Skip to main contentSacred Science: The Works of Boots Quimby and Andrew Wilson
The Pittsboro Gallery of Arts is pleased to present the works of Painter Boots Quimby and Mixed Media Artist Andrew Wilson in a Featured Artist Show that will be on display from Tuesday, Aug. 4 until Sunday, Sep. 6. There will be a reception on Friday, Aug. 21 from 5-8 p.m.
Boots Quimby’s acrylic paintings have been evolving. Much as she moved from a career in molecular genetics to the life of an artist, her work has transitioned from representational pieces to more intuitive, spiritual works. Quimby writes, “Each painting begins with an abstract geometric foundation inspired by patterns, symmetry and the order found in nature. From there, the image gradually reveals itself.”
These vividly colorful paintings combine images that are sometimes surprising, but Quimby’s sincere quest for a greater understanding of the universe is represented in these combinations. She writes, “Human anatomy, botanical forms, celestial bodies and geometric structures function as a visual language bridging science and spirituality. For me, painting is a disciplined act of listening—an attempt to make visible what lies beneath the surface of the seen world, where science, spirituality, and mystery meet.”
Andrew Wilson uses locally sourced wood to create sculptures, high-voltage wood-burned wall art, and delicately balanced mobiles. He sees the beauty in each piece of wood, incorporating its grain pattern and shape into the images and sculptures he creates. This thoughtful approach to his medium encourages viewers to notice the wonder of this natural material as well. For this show, Wilson selected some of his painted silver sculptures to accompany Quimby’s paintings. Wilson writes, “I like to simplify the color of the wood, highlighting the unique texture.” The resulting sculptures are contemporary but familiar, rustic but elevated.
The Pittsboro Gallery of Arts is pleased to present the works of Painter Boots Quimby and Mixed Media Artist Andrew Wilson in a Featured Artist Show that will be on display from Tuesday, Aug. 4 until Sunday, Sep. 6. There will be a reception on Friday, Aug. 21 from 5-8 p.m.
Boots Quimby’s acrylic paintings have been evolving. Much as she moved from a career in molecular genetics to the life of an artist, her work has transitioned from representational pieces to more intuitive, spiritual works. Quimby writes, “Each painting begins with an abstract geometric foundation inspired by patterns, symmetry and the order found in nature. From there, the image gradually reveals itself.”
These vividly colorful paintings combine images that are sometimes surprising, but Quimby’s sincere quest for a greater understanding of the universe is represented in these combinations. She writes, “Human anatomy, botanical forms, celestial bodies and geometric structures function as a visual language bridging science and spirituality. For me, painting is a disciplined act of listening—an attempt to make visible what lies beneath the surface of the seen world, where science, spirituality, and mystery meet.”
Andrew Wilson uses locally sourced wood to create sculptures, high-voltage wood-burned wall art, and delicately balanced mobiles. He sees the beauty in each piece of wood, incorporating its grain pattern and shape into the images and sculptures he creates. This thoughtful approach to his medium encourages viewers to notice the wonder of this natural material as well. For this show, Wilson selected some of his painted silver sculptures to accompany Quimby’s paintings. Wilson writes, “I like to simplify the color of the wood, highlighting the unique texture.” The resulting sculptures are contemporary but familiar, rustic but elevated.
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