Artist, educator, and family man David Menard is inspired by the imagery
of pop culture and the visual world that we experience everyday. His
exhilarating art works tap into our collective cultural memory, our
shared histories and influences based on images from popular media.
On Friday, June 6th, new works by David Menard will open in the Kortman Gallery in an exhibition titled “Flavor Country.”
“My art reflects a fascination with drawing, painting and printmaking. I
consider myself a member of a growing community of artists working in
the graphics medium,” said Menard. There are more printmakers, graphic
artists and craftsman sharing ideas and techniques than ever before.
Current technologies make for interesting art objects, communication,
and visualization, providing artists with an incredible array of
expressive possibilities.”
“David’s work combines
elements of graphic design, printmaking, and drawing that results in
colorful, sometimes chaotic images that are both thought provoking and
exciting and always entertaining. says Doc Slafkosky, gallerist for the
Kortman Gallery.
Recently, Menard has been working with
Rockford artists Javier Jimenez, Jarrod Hennis, Gregg Lang, and Corey
Hagberg under the name “Fatherless.” They were featured in an
international group exhibition at Somerset House in London.
“We collaborate on one of a kind silk screen images in a style we call "Rust Belt Power Pop," says Menard.
Menard is a professor of art at Rockford University and, as stated in
his biography, “enjoys loud music, the smell of ink and the company of
his wife, artist Molly Carter, and their two beautiful boys.”
The Menard exhibition, “Flavor Country” will be will be on display
through July 30th.The June 6th opening reception will be from 5:30 to
9pm. This First Friday opening will feature music from DJ’s DAS &
Edward Klutch until midnight or later.The Kortman Gallery is located
upstairs at J. R. Kortman Center for Design, 107 North Main Street. For
further information call 815/968-0123 or visit www.jrkortman.com.
What:
Flavor Country,” an exhibition of works by David Menard opening
reception, Friday , June 6th, 5:30 to 9:00pm. This First Friday opening
will feature music from DJ’s DAS & Edward Klutch until midnight or
later.
When: The exhibition runs through July 30th. Gallery & Store open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 6pm.
Where: Kortman Gallery, upstairs at J. R. Kortman Center for Design,
107 North Main Street, Downtown Rockford
Admission: Free and open to the public
