Theron Kingston’s art will never last. The ice plant where Theron Kingston worked in the 1990s also employed an ice sculptor who was willing to teach Kingston providing he bought his own rather expensive tools. Afraid to make the large investment, he passed on the opportunity. Later, a different sculptor again asked Kingston if he wanted to learn saying, “Grab a tool. If you … [Read more...]
Hogle Zoo’s Painting Elephants
The artist applies bold colors in sweeping strokes across the canvas. She pauses for a snack or to change colors and makes excited, gurgling happy noises as she paints. Christie is 29 year old African elephant and has been painting over five years as part of the enrichment activities offered to the elephants at Hogle Zoo. The activities are offered each day to keep them … [Read more...]