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“Art in the Eye of a Needle” January 28, 2010 – March 27, 2010 Following the success of his three-year European tour and appearance on America’s ‘The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien,’ and the garnering the front page of the September 30, 2009 Wall Street Journal, the Atlanta Art Gallery will be the home to the work of the celebrated micro-sculptor, Willard Wigan, MBE. Willard makes the smallest works of art on the planet. His work, which has only recently been released for sale in America, has been described as ‘The Eighth Wonder of the World.’ The exhibit will run from January 28 – March 27, 2010. This is an exhibition not to be missed. Wigan will be exhibiting up to 15 new pieces of micro-sculptures released into the American market with which to mesmerize the people of Atlanta. The works, which are small enough to fit in the eye of a needle, will include Charlie Chaplin on the end of an eyelash, The Simpsons on a pinhead, Harry Potter & Friends and Mahlia Jackson within the eye of a needle. The sculptured pieces are housed in cases incorporating microscope lenses focused on the work. An appreciation of the size of the work is only achieved by viewing ‘in the flesh’. Bill Dixon, gallery owner, states, "This is a must-see exhibit featuring work that pushes the limits of creativity and innovation by an artist who refused to accept the opinions of those who would have him settle for less. Wigan's work is utterly unique and a special opportunity for the people of Atlanta to witness first-hand the meeting of art and science.".”
Regular Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM And By Appointment Contact: Bill Dixon, Director Atlanta Art Gallery |
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