Artists & designers range widely in their willingness to share creative control. Some people thrive by sharing the idea-making process & using parameters as guides, while others are at their best when given the freedom to explore their own ideas. If you work with creatives & you wish to better understand your colleagues, or you’re an artist trying to figure out how to develop your professional ambitions, knowing who wants or needs creative control is key. Yet this topic is often avoided, incorrectly inferred, or completely overlooked altogether. This article is part of a mini-series, in which I suggest a few ways to get the greatest result for creatives & art supporters. Read on for more.
“Absolute: Privilege” (detail): Oil on reclaimed cherry in an 1800’s Victorian molded frame. 17″ x 15 1/4″.
by Daric Gill
I’m very pleased to announce that I will have 3 paintings on display at the Mansfield Art Center from January 24 – February 28, 2021. In Between Everywhere is an exhibition designed to highlight and showcase the works of 42 central Ohio artists. This collection of artists originated in central Ohio, but has now spanned out across the country. The included artists produce artwork in a variety of mediums and styles chosen for consistency of vision and quality of work.
Visiting the Exhibition Works will be on display from January 24 – February 28. The space is open 10am – 5pm T-F and 10am – 4pm on weekends. Please note that due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, all guests will be required to wear a mask and maintain social distancing. They have hand sanitizer for your convenience and masks available by donation. Please visit this Facebook event page to find more information.
New Robotics Art & International Paintings To Show at Columbus Museum of Art
by Daric Gill
“Absolute: Thread” at the Columbus Museum of Art
It is my great pleasure to announce the long-awaited opening of Greater Columbus, an exhibition featuring works by myself and a small group of outstanding artists based in central Ohio. The exhibition represents a wonderful partnership between the Columbus Museum of Art and the Greater Columbus Arts Council. This is my second exhibition at the museum representing this generous award by the Arts Council. To say that I’m grateful is an understatement. Last year’s museum exhibition in conjunction with a 3-month artist residency in Dresden, Germany are among my most pleasurable achievements as an artist.
“The Circadian Machine” on display at the Columbus Museum of Art
A jury of distinguished arts professionals working outside the region awarded Individual Artist Fellowships to Molly Jo Burke & Nathan Gorgen, Nick Larsen, Laura Larson, and Christopher Burk. Greater Columbus features their work alongside myselfand Chaz O’Neil, who were selected for additional residencies in Dresden, Germany as part of the Arts Council’s Artist Exchange Program.
I have selected 5 pieces for the exhibit including the special debut of an interactive light and sound sculpture. Additionally, there are 3 paintings made during my residency in Germany and another larger painting with international ties to Cuba.
A reception has not been planned for the foreseeable future. However, the exhibition is open for in-person experience and we are actively adding new virtual programs for the public. The museum, art council, and I welcome each one of you to visit and support artwork that is culturally viable and globally relevant. Please enjoy the image gallery below and the in-person exhibition if you can.
Can’t make it? No problem. Here are links to my featured artwork & their stories: “The Circadian Machine” – New Interactive Light + Sound Sculpture Shifts Time “Absolute: Thread” – Strings Soft Notes On Antique German Violin “Absolute: Connection” – Painting Points to Our Shared Bonds “Absolute: Elevation” – Finds Reverence In Shared Reflections From Germany “Absolute: Triumph“ – Extending More Connections From Columbus To Cuba
EXHIBITION DATES November 6, 2020 – April 25, 2021
How I Built It: Spaceship Or Interactive Light + Sound Sculpture? New Piece To Glow At Columbus Museum of Art
by Daric Gill
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“The Circadian Machine”
“The Circadian Machine” is a fully mirrored geometric pod that can sense motion, displays undulating lights and sound, tells time, and alters its actions based on each day’s sunlight cycle. In late 2019, I set off on the most ambitious challenge in my portfolio. To do this I spent the next 10 months sketching concepts, writing 50+ pages of codes, learning new CAD software, designing custom circuit boards, composing music, and blending together all the areas in my artist utility belt. As the late winter and early spring of 2020 unfolded I dug deep into my soul, hunkered down in my home, and worked from sun up to sun down on this single project. As the summer turns to autumn, I’m emerging with what I think is my finest sculpture yet. It is truly the single most challenging and accomplished work I’ve ever made–and all during a global shutdown. I’m so grateful that you’ve taken the time to land on this page. Please check out the video, browse the gallery, and share.
Daric Gill 
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