January FOBL Showcase Artist

January FOBL Showcase Artist
Nick Depalma
Assemblage

Artist Bio:

Nick DePalma sees his art form, assemblage, closely related to his work as professional architect. Assemblage, also referred to as “found object art”, utilizes natural or man-made materials to create unique works.

“I believe that interpretation of my work is dependent on the viewer’s ability to suspend notions regarding the original purpose or identity of objects used,” Nick says.

Nick has dedicated 15 years to producing his sculptures. He studied studio art while attending Vanderbilt University. After graduation, Nick revisited his childhood fascination with construction and studied architecture at the University of Tennessee. During his 36 year architectural career, he worked on high profile projects such as additions to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center and renovations to the State Capital.

In 2013, Nick was as an “Artist in Residence”, a program sponsored by the Arts Council of Williamson County, working with teachers and students. He has held exhibitions at many Nashville locations, including the Nashville International Airport and Tennessee Governor’s Mansion.

To see more of his work, visit nickdepalma.com.

Presented by The Friends of The Brentwood Library:

Each month, The Brentwood Library hosts two local artists on the Friends of the Brentwood Library (FOBL) Gallery Wall and Showcase Display. The next time you pay us a visit, take a few extra moments to pause and savor these artists' creations.

December FOBL Showcase Artist

November FOBL Showcase Artist:

M. C. Sparks
Arts & Crafts Exhibit

Artist Bio:

M. C.'s collection includes a variety of arts and crafts. She playfully states her collection theme is, "Careful...if you start arts and crafts, no telling where you will end up."

M. C. Sparks has an A. A. degree, and has been active in the arts and crafts world for 30 years. She has been involved in all types of arts and crafts, from sculpting, water color, and oil painting, to jewelry crafting, card making, altered arts and soap making.

Each month, The Brentwood Library hosts two local artists on the Friends of the Brentwood Library (FOBL) Gallery Wall and Showcase Display. The next time you pay us a visit, take a few extra moments to pause and savor these artists' creations.

November FOBL Showcase Artist

November FOBL Showcase Artist:

Don Rounsavill
Routed Bowl & Gifts 

Each month, The Brentwood Library hosts two local artists on the Friends of the Brentwood Library (FOBL) Gallery Wall and Showcase Display. The next time you pay us a visit, take a few extra moments to pause and savor these artists' creations. 

 

Artist Bio:

Don has been woodworking all his life. After retirement, he was inspired to make routed bowls. He makes his own designs and templates and occasionally teaches classes. His tools include a table saw, drill press, router, band saw, and a sander.

 

Don follows a simple process. First, he decides what wood he's going to use. Then, he makes a template, attaches it to the wood, drills out the center, and routes out to the template. He finishes off his creation with a band saw to shape, sander to smooth out the rough spots, and completes it by applying the finish.