MAGNOLIA – Gary Baseman, a renowned artist, designer and animator, will appear for the opening of an exhibition of his selected works at Southern Arkansas University’s Brinson Fine Art Gallery on Tuesday, March 9. A reception will begin at 4 p.m. in the gallery, and a lecture will follow at 7 p.m. in Foundation Hall of the Donald W. Reynolds Campus and Community Center. The lecture is open to the public.
During his talk, Baseman will offer insight into his creative process. Besides his vast catalog of paintings, sculpture and drawings which are exhibited worldwide, he is widely known for his Disney animated feature “Teacher’s Pet” as well as his work on the board game “Cranium.”
Baseman’s appearance at SAU is co-sponsored by Magnolia Arts and the University’s Artist in Residence fund. His exhibition will continue on display in the Brinson Fine Art Gallery through March 31. For more information on the exhibit or lecture, contact Dan May, assistant professor of art and design, at (870) 235-4242.
