“Gathering Grains and Grooves” by Ben Calvert

Ben is a printmaker with a passion for nature and the interpretation of what is familiar. His art is created by carving images into wood, inking the wood, burnishing paper by hand onto the inked block, then pulling up the paper to reveal the print. Ben states “pulling that first print off the block is pure joy. The excitement multiplies when there are multiple blocks for each color involved. Each successive color is a layer that informs the mystery and appeal of the final image.”

Besides the creation, Ben also takes much pleasure in the interpretations of his work and sharing the process with others. Ben will be at the gallery on Saturdays to answer questions. If you would like to try your hand at printmaking, the artist will be offering a mini workshop during his exhibit for a nominal fee. Details will be announced on the Addison Center for the Arts facebook and web pages.

The exhibit will continue through Saturday, September 23rd. The Addison Center for the Arts is located at 213 N. Lombard Road, Door #4, Addison, IL. The gallery is open Wednesday – Saturday 1- 4pm.