 Hill's work showcases some essential themes: his love of family and
his deep religious faith. His three-dimensional painting entitled
"The Hope" is his interpretation of the crucifixion, while his
daughters Alexis and Nikkita are the subjects of two works, "Girl in
the Field" and "My Daughter and the Tree." He has included in the
show a cane he carved for his father.At his studio in Beason,
Hill shares his love of art with anyone who has a desire to learn.
"I can teach anyone to draw in five minutes," he said. He especially
likes to teach children, counting his grandkids as some of his most
avid students.
Whether completing a huge mural like the one he did for the
former Einstein's CoffeeHouse, which took 360 hours to complete, or
a small, simple painting like "Flower in Vase," Hill shows his love
of texture and form.
He does painting, carving and woodwork, makes toys, and does an
occasional sculpture. Some of his cartoons are also on display.
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Hill's multifaceted talent will remain on display at the Lincoln
Art Institute, 112 S. McLean St., through April 13. Contact Moses
Pinkerton at 217-651-8355 for times when the exhibit is open.
Upcoming events at the Lincoln Art Institute include a Lincoln
High School art show on May 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. Media for that show
will include woodworking, metals, art and textiles. Contact Lincoln
High School teacher Jason Hoffman at 309-287-3744 for more
information.
[By
CURT FOX] |
