In the Gallery: A Lifetime of Art
September 6 – October 7, 2023
Reception Friday, September 29
All are invited to the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center Gallery to see the exhibit “A Lifetime of Art” featuring the paintings of two regional artists, Boyd Sharp and George Gloege.
This must-see show is on display September 6 through October 7, 2023, with a reception planned for Friday, September 29, 2023 from 4-6pm.
This show is a tribute to two painters who spent a lifetime expressing themselves through art. Their styles and subjects are quite different but the joy of painting and dedication to their art is evident in this show.
Boyd Sharp was born in 1938 and grew up in an artistic family where his entertainment was drawing and coloring. Boyd is mostly a self-taught artist with a wide range of interests in his subjects. The paintings in this show range from landscapes to portraits, and Native American dancers to abstracts.
Boyd garnered national attention with his painting “Don’t Tread on Me,” which he created after seeing the news about the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. This painting was made into posters that helped raise money for New York City Fire Departments. The original painting along with his somber painting “Silence” which depicts the Twin Towers are both part of the exhibit at the New York Mills Cultural Center. Signed prints of “Don’t Tread on Me” are also available for sale at the Center. Boyd continues to paint in his home studio in Osage, MN.
George Gloege’s paintings are a retrospective of his art spanning 50 years. George’s daughter Kristen recently described his art and life:
“George Gloege (born March 5, 1937, died December 19, 2021), along with his wife Lee, was a canoe outfitter on the Crow Wing River, a self-taught artist, a conservationist, a history scholar, and a life-long athlete. Between 1970 and 2021, George created hundreds of paintings – oils, acrylics, and watercolors – most of them signed and titled but none dated, and he honed an artistic style marked by playful and imaginative expression, frequent use of vivid colors, and a scholarly approach. George painted for the sheer love of the artistic process.”
Visitors to the gallery will want to take their time viewing the varied subjects and styles by these two artists. The common thread between Boyd and George is their interest in life, the expression of their work, and their lifetime dedication to their painting. This is truly an inspirational show for all to enjoy.
At the reception on Friday, September 29, Boyd will be on hand to discuss his work and George’s family will also be present to speak about George’s art. The reception will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. and is free to attend and open to all. Artist talks will begin at 5 pm. Refreshments will be available.
Gallery Hours:
The Gallery is always free to see and open to all. Gallery Hours are:
- Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Thursdays 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Fridays 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Closed Sundays/Mondays/Tuesdays
- Available for private tours, contact cheryl@kulcher.org
Call 218-385-3339 or email cheryl@kulcher.org with any questions or to schedule a private gallery viewing.
