Painter Patrick to Showcase "Heartland" at Gordy's

If Muncie held a "Most Recognized Artist" contest, Alan Patrick would certainly be a favorite candidate. His depictions of the wooded areas around Delaware County have graced local calendars and note cards, but more importantly, numerous public, private and museum collections around the country.

Known for his masterful brushwork of serene colors, Patrick provides viewers with a moment of calm - a beautiful walk in the woods, by a stream, under the cover of birch and elm, where one can almost hear the leaves crunch underfoot. Titled, "Heartland," the show delivers the sometimes forgotten soul of Indiana's countryside.

A gifted potter, Patrick ran the successful, "Bethel Pike Pottery" near Albany for several decades before retiring the wheel and kiln in lieu of the brush and canvas in 2006. Many of the pots the former art teacher created were glazed with intricate floral designs, a signature of its multi-talented creator.

Gordy Fine Art & Framing will be exhibiting new oil paintings by Patrick during the month of September at their downtown gallery. A reception for the artist will be held during the traditional First Thursday art event on September 4, 2008 from 5 to 8 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.

"Alan is always a big draw as an exhibitor," gallery owner Brian Gordy offers. "His exceptional landscape paintings are some of the finest created in this era of Muncie art." Gordy expects many visitors throughout the month. "Collectors have a great interest in the works of Alan Patrick, and we're happy to oblige their appetites for his work."

Gordy Fine Art and Framing is located at 224 East Main Street, next to Civic Theater. The exhibit may also be seen during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30, Saturday, 9 to 3, or by appointment. For more information, call 284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.

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