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Arts & Life

DEMO Gallery Hosts Installation That 'Branches Out'

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Rachel Otwell

Published November 7, 2013 at 12:11 PM CST

Benjamin Gardner has a fitting last name. The Illinois native, Iowa art professor, and abstract artist is also an urban gardener who draws inspiration for his work from the natural world. On Friday, The DEMO Project gallery in Springfield (1732 N. 4th St.) will welcome Gardner for an opening and reception of his installation, Evensong 15 (caudex). Gardner recently joined us to talk about his work and inspirations:

CLICK HERE for more information about Friday's opening and reception, and information about how to see the exhibit through the end of the month.