Local artist Bob Farrell takes recycling to a whole new level with his one of a kind found art objects and creations. Bob has been known to make art from discarded wire, old cereal boxes and pieces of old tire, just to name a few things. He rarely let's anything go to waste. The drip paper or drop cloth used to protect his floor or table while making one piece will itself become an integral part of a later piece. Bob's art is imaginative and eclectic and ranges from the absurd to the sublime. I always find something I love when I visit one of Bob's shows and sometimes, when I've got a bit of cash to spare, I like to bring something home. I enjoy supporting Bob's work for two reasons; because he is a local artist and because, for his raw materials, he has elected to use that which other people often overlook or even throw away. Bob is an example of someone who is living his passion and making a difference for the better in our community. We could all learn a lesson from him.
We can localize more than just our food. If you've got to decorate your home why not make your decorating local too? A great way to start is by supporting local artists. Look up your local art association, check out the small independent galleries in your area and.....If you would like to see more of Bob's work, learn about his shows, and how to support local art, please visit Bob's FaceBook Page or check out what Bob and the other BAA artist are doing at the BAA Page.
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