Free Little Art Gallery, v2.1
Being an engineer is quite simple. There are three basic rules:
Learn from your mistakes.
Don’t repeat the same mistake.
Don’t fear making mistakes.
With these principles in mind, the Free Little Art Gallery is trying something new. Initially conceived as a 'depot' for public art exchange with an unlocked box, the concept faced repeated abuse and disheartening outcomes.
So now, we're introducing a rotating exhibit space for the public. We will curate the exhibit with invited artists and print 'minis' of their creations. Every four to five weeks, we'll refresh the gallery with new art.
Our first featured artist for the Free Little Art Gallery is Ray Cook.
Ray Cook was a renaissance man with a wide range of interests, including art, handcrafts, and long-distance running. He was a licensed pilot and had a long career as an Air Traffic Controller.
Ray pursued art and painting at State Fair Community College after retirement, focusing on one of his lifelong favorite subjects: barns.
His straightforward and unpretentious watercolor paintings showcase his practice of perspective and definition, favoring a unique and distinctive color palette.
Ray passed away in 2023 at the age of 87. His light continues to shine through his art and his creative legacy.
