More about immersive art exhibits

Immersive art exhibits are an exceptional new way of learning about various famous artists. I have been very fortunate to visit two of these this year. Just last week, I visited the Van Gogh exhibition at the Fort Wayne with two of my daughters. It was mesmerizing.

Van Gogh was a self-taught artist who struggled for recognition in the early days of the impressionist movement. Prior to the rise of artwork of the impressionists, traditional art was precise, normally painted indoors, and produced work in which the subjects were wealthy upper-class patrons. of the ceiling. We heard music begin to play synchronized with the scenes that were now illuminating the space all around us (even the floor) with lights and scenes of Van Gogh’s masterpieces.

Van Gogh not only struggled to get his work accepted but he dealt with mental problems. He spent a good part of his later years in a mental institution where he produced some of his best works. Today, this artist, who sold only one painting during his entire life, would be shocked to see the prices being paid for his work in current auctions. His beautiful art is now far more appreciated than the more staid, proper work of the typical artists of the time preceding Van Gogh.

The event at the Coliseum will fascinate you as much as the Monet thrilled those of us, who were privileged to see that immersive project recently in Indianapolis. We entered the Coliseum in anticipation, and we were not disappointed.

I very much encourage you to obtain tickets and go visit this stellar presentation about Van Gogh. You will learn much about him and his life along with developing a deeper appreciation for his breathtaking and excellent work.

Vincent van Gogh signed many of his paintings with a simple “Vincent” because he identified a great deal with poverty and the lower classes. He was a Dutch painter, born Vincent Willem van Gogh.

He became fabulously popular, beginning with the period only 10 years after his death. He was compared by critics, who said he was the greatest artist after Rembrandt and some even thought his work to be among the greatest of the post impressionists.

He sold only one painting during his life, but in the century after his death, he became perhaps the most recognized painter of all time. As we entered the exhibit, we walked between high suspended black drapery halls with also suspended picture frames.

We spent the rest of our time enthralled with this moving tribute to the work of Vincent Van Gogh. It was amazing. You really need to go see it. It is unlike anything you have ever seen in the world of art.

“Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” is through Aug. 10. There is a charge of $8 for parking, plus a ticket fee. For more information, call (260) 4829502 or go to www.memorialcoliseum.com/event-calendar/eventdetails?EventID=25714.

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Then we noticed behind each frame was a lighted piece that showed either a quote from Van Gogh or something depicting information about him. So we began learning about this artist as we proceeded through the darkened halls.

In a short walk, we arrived at a turn and a guide showed us the sign that said, “Gogh this way” and pointed us through the humorous direction to a huge open expanse that reached to the top

• Lakeland Art Center and Gallery: The current juried show of local artwork runs through July 22. Gallery hours are from 11:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and admission is free. Gallery is located at 302 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. For more information, email lakelandartassociation@ gmail.com.

• Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery: Artist Sam Hoffman will be bringing his delightful artwork to the Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery, beginning July 6. Warsaw City Hall is located at 102 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw; gallery is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Admission is free.

To exhibit at Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery, contact Darla McCammon, curator, at (574) 5274044 (leave a message) or send an email to mcdar7@gmail.com.

Play bingo in Mentone July 20 for chance at a jackpot

The Bell Aircraft Museum in Mentone will be hosting a bingo game Thursday, July 20.

A guaranteed jackpot of $500 will be given away. Food will be available at the event. The cost is $15.

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., with early bird play starting at 5:30 p.m. and regular rounds at 6 p.m.

The Bell Aircraft Museum is located at 210 S. Oak St.