Gallery 308 to Exhibit "The World of Fiber Art" in May

Throughout the month of May, Gallery 308 will present "The World of Fiber Art," works by Muncie fiber artist Martin George in conjunction with the Indianapolis fiber arts group known as INfiber.

Martin will also give a public presentation on the status of fiber art in today's art world on May 17 at 7 p.m. at the Gallery with his presentation of The World of Fiber Art. The Gallery is located at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie, adjacent to Jack's Camera Shop. Admission is free. Light refreshments will be provided.

With his formal background in Interior Design, Martin has been involved in fiber art since 1996, and has been a member of the INfiber group since 2004 as well as a member of the Indianapolis Quilt Guild and other national quilting organizations.

Martin will present a brief history on fiber art, and provide the audience with an overview on the status of fiber art in today's art world. One goal of this presentation is to begin a dialogue about "What Art Is" and can fiber art be categorized as art, or should it be considered a craft. Can art and craft be separated? Open discussion will be encouraged. The artist's goal is for participants to leave with some facts, but still be motivated to find out more.

Gallery 308 is a nonprofit community-supported art gallery located at 308 East Main in Muncie, adjacent to Jack's Camera Shop. For information about exhibits and volunteer opportunities, contact the Gallery at 765-289-8575.