Kenton Yoder discovered painting at age 56, after working in the model toy industry, dabbling in stained glass design, and designing Origamic architecture. He started painting in the abstract style, which is considered one of the most challenging genres in which to paint meaningful work, but he continues to enjoy the challenge.
After painting for six years, he is beginning to find his path, which is exploring textures and colors and their relationships with different moods. So far, he has resisted his own efforts to develop a signature style that would be instantly recognizable.
Kenton has received numerous awards and has been invited to show his work at several solo and group exhibitions. His artwork was featured at Arts on Main Gallery in Elkhart, Indiana, which represented him early in his career. His work was shown in the GMoA Member Show in 2020. He exhibits in local shows near New Paris, where he lives, and sells his paintings on www.gingkostudio.net and Etsy.
Yoder says,
“It is my goal as an artist to create art that becomes a valued part of the owner’s life and serves as a touchpoint for them, whether it is a reminder of the past or a symbol of future possibilities.”
Lisa F. Pelo is the owner/operator and glass artist at Hot Blown Glass, Ltd. in Clayton, Indiana. The shop provides classes, private lessons, studio rentals, workshops, and open studios. The Hot Glass Mobile Hot Shop also provides demonstrations at various off-site venues and events. Lisa sees glass making as a continuing journey, following and creating as hot glass leads.
Lisa has had glass in her life for over 30 years and she is also the executive director of Glass Arts Indiana, Inc., which is a non-profit promoting glass artists and their studios in Indiana as well as promoting and educating the public about glass artists and the value of their fine art skill and craft.
Lisa’s motivation as an artist is best said by her words:
“Creating the beauty of the simple line of any sculptural form.”
She creates blown and solid sculpture glass, cast glass, slumped and fused glass, and various other mediums. Lisa’s glass work can be seen on Facebook at Hot Blown Glass, Ltd. and on Instagram @hotblownglass.
Join us at the Garrett Museum of Art, located at 100 S. Randolph Street in Garrett, on THURSDAY, September 17, 2020, from 5PM – 8PM to celebrate the opening of our next show featuring artwork by Kenton Yoder and Lisa Pelo. The artists will be giving a talk about their work at 6:30PM.
The Opening Reception is free, open to the public, and all ages are welcome. The show will run from September 17, 2020 through October 11, 2020.
Artist Spotlight
Willow by Greg Adams is being shown in our Artist Spotlight area of the museum. Greg is an Indiana Artisan, which is a juried group of the highest level of artists in the state. He constructs handmade willow rustic furniture, constructed exclusively by him, from locally gathered willow, using designs he has perfected over the years. His items are one of a kind and he can craft commission pieces also.
Adams focuses on items which utilize recycled wood, leather, and fabric. He started out as a young person interested in simple basket making out of slender saplings he collected. He graduated to more intricate baskets and then grapevine wreaths. His journey to making rustic furniture happened soon after. Greg comments aptly, “ I was off to the races!!”
Greg’s studio/shop, Handmade Willow Rustic Furniture, is in Lapel, Indiana and available for purchase there as well as in IN Artisan Gallery and Gifts in Carmel, Indiana. He is proud to say his items are handmade in America.
A Note About COVID-19:
We will have hand sanitizer available in various locations throughout the museum. We will not have snacks and drinks available during the Opening Reception. Please remember to practice social distancing to keep yourself and other guests safe and healthy while viewing the artwork on display.
A kind reminder: per Governor Holcomb’s order, face masks are required at this time to help combat the spread of COVID-19. You must wear a face mask to enter the museum and view the exhibition. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Regular Museum Hours:
Friday 5PM – 8PM
Saturday 4PM – 7PM
Sunday 1PM – 4PM
Private tours are available Monday through Thursday by appointment only. Please call 260-704-5400 to schedule yours today.