Indianapolis Museum of Art

http://www.imamuseum.org/

Karen Walker, Do-Ho Suh, Tim Hawkinson, Maya Ying Lin

Picasso, Warhol, Hopper, Benton, Cezanne, Cranus the elder

I just wanted to say what a delightful discovery the IMA was to me, it’s totally free with a GREAT collection.  I was amazed at the depth and breadth of the collection and the artists represented.  Certainly worth a trip to check out.

I had limited time to explore but completely enjoyed the collection and the beautiful space it was shown in. 

The above image was taken outside the main entrance while we waited for the museum to open.

Photo by Austin White, http://austin.barenakedfamily.com/ Used with permission

Through our recent road trip and a DVD I borrowed, I  found out about a three men that have inspired me to continue attempting to make art and find a place of service and blessing to others in it.

Leonard Knight’s Salvation Mountain, in Niland CA, Horace Burgess’ tree house in Crossville, TN and H. Harrison Mayes’ roadsigns everywhere, are striking examples to me of how faith informs our lives, including making art.  From what I have read, all three were motivated by their faith and devotion and never tried to make more out of their actions than they did their faith.  No business, no catchy marketing, just living as they felt led.  No explanation and no fanfare.

Some can see it as odd or ecentric, misguided or benign, but I have been blessed justing knowing these men have it in their hearts to obey God and try with their lives to see others come to know that love and salvation offered to us through His Son.

Stirred in my own attempts and blessed by these works, I just wanted to share them with you.

Also check out Austin White’s site.  They were gracious and open to me using his photo.  And they personally have met Leonard and confirmed he is just an amazing person.