Dennis Nechvatal (American, b. 1948), Garden Edge, 2009, acrylic on panel, 36 x 24 in. Image courtesy of Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee
The Chazen Museum of Art is hosting a preview reception for the exhibition “Dennis Nechvatal Landscapes” from 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, August 6th. The reception will feature music by Green Means Go, refreshments, and a cash bar. The event is free and open to the public.
Nechvatal lives and works in Madison. According to the Chazen Museum of Art website, “Using a primitive stylistic language developed over 30 years of painting, Nechvatal infuses what he calls “verve” into his landscapes. Inspired by the Native American belief that the earth is a living being and we are responsible as its stewards to protect it, Nechvatal paints as a contemplative spiritual act and aspires to create works that will invoke an ideal communal vision of the natural world.”
“Dennis Nechvatal Landscapes” runs through October 3rd in the Mayer Gallery at the Chazen Museum of Art, 800 University Avenue, where admission is always free.
