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On Exhibit: “Sumner’s Abecedary for the Advanced Reader” Prints by Sumner Roberts
Thursday, January 29 – Friday, February 27
Sumner Robert’s exhibit of original, alphabet-inspired prints, titled “Sumner’s Abecedary for the Advanced Reader” will be on display in the Picker Room Gallery during the month of February.* The Public is invited to the exhibit reception to view the works, meet the artist, and learn about his process on Saturday, February 21, 3:00 – 4:00 PM.
“The Abecedary is an artistic rabbit hole I fell into and which took me three years to worm my way through. I made three rules for myself: I had to progress in alphabetical order, make no decisions or sketching more than three letters in advance, and keep the images simple. I stuck to the first two.
“What kept me going was the fun of learning about words, selecting and practicing appropriate letterforms, and the challenge of creating a meaningful image within the constraints of color block printing.” — Sumner Roberts
Having been a farmer and farrier for many years, Sumner Roberts finally held on to the wrong horse for too long and damaged his back. Looking for something else to do with a similar level of beauty and craftsmanship but with less heavy lifting, he happened to visit a printmaking studio and immediately knew where he wanted to be.
* The Picker Room is also used for programs, events, and private meetings. Check the calendar and call the library to ensure the Picker Room is open for viewing.