Gordy Fine Art and Framing

MUNCIE – Gordy Fine Art to Exhibit Annual Print Show of BSU Professors, Students

Sarojini and David Johnson are printmaking professors in the Ball State Department of Art.  Tom Minkler was a printmaking professor there years ago, and the Johnson’s credit him with helping them secure positions in the past. Minkler also taught Brian and Genny Gordy, owners of the gallery that will exhibit his work for the month of February, alongside the Johnson’s and select BSU art students.

“Our students look forward to this exhibit every year,” notes Sarojini. “We are fortunate to have really strong printmaking students again.”  Woodcuts and etchings will fill the gallery wall and some tabletops, as well, since print books will also be on display. “Threatening and Invasive Creatures,” by Sarojini, is a beautiful accordion-style piece carrying a dark message in colorful intaglio prints.  One of David’s books, similar in format and titled, “Annual County Fair,” offers traditional cows, sheep, and chickens in bright, almost dream-like colors.

The majority of the Minkler prints, in comparison, are in the traditional black-white format with metal frames. Bold and compelling, a series from 1964 depicts portraits of social stereotypes. “Land Lady, “Student,” and “Solicitor,” join “Buffoon,” and “Sentry,” wrapped  and in the print bins in the gallery.  Minkler was known for his own art prints as well as for the prints he prepared for other artists at the renowned Landfall Press in Chicago. As a Master Printer, Minkler helped print work by famous artists, such as Jim Dine, Olenburg and Christo.

Feb 3rd - 29th.  Opening Reception 5-8pm.