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Durham: "A Tapestry of Diversity"
Moore was born in Durham to an art teacher mother who preferred her children find more lucrative careers. As a young man, Moore was drawn to architecture classes at NC State University and NC Central University. While never getting a formal degree, he became a student of buildings and history. By the age of 35, he left his mother’s early musings behind and began painting for a living. Now, at age 57, he says, "I had to follow my gift." In addition to painting, Moore is a collector of art and antiques, and also recycles old materials into artwork and refurbished furniture. "A Tapestry of Diversity" features 25 pieces in a variety of media, reflecting the artist’s diverse talent and interests. Artwork varies from large 4 ‘by 4’ oils and acrylics to collectibles and memorabilia. During this same period, visitors can see Moore paint a mural on a wall adjacent to the exhibit, a project commissioned by American Tobacco and expected to take 6-8 weeks. The exhibit includes: Historical city scenes, many in pencil, and one recent work featuring Raleigh in 1941 using acrylic, watercolor, pencil, pastel, and gouache. Moore utilizes photographs, historical documents, his own memory, and his knowledge of facades and architectural textures in recreating the North Carolina cityscapes of the early 20th century. Portraits, featuring Moore’s collection of people on benches, and groupings of North Carolinians, some in oil and others in pencil. Even the frames are special, made of old German clapboard retrieved from a building being torn down on Clarendon Street in Durham. Memorabilia and collectibles of ordinary life in North Carolina in the early 20th century, including a 1920’s tin type photograph. The exhibit also includes a St. Joseph’s AME Church program signed by Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1958. The exhibit will be on display Feb. 21st through April 30th in the lobby of the Strickland Building. Exhibit Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9am to 6pm For more information about the exhibit, contact the American Tobacco Management Office at 919-433-1566. For additional information about the artist, please go to http://www.aaronmichaelmooreiii.com Download PDF file here.
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