A glorious Adirondack day, floating on a mirror smooth Nicks lake, surrounded by majestic clouds in every direction, above and below. in the Geodesic canoe I built.
Paul W. Pearce - Artist's Statement
I have escaped to the Adirondacks for most of my life. I have hiked trails and climbed mountains but it is on the water I find solace and peace. As a combat veteran I am exhausted by the state of our country and the world. At night I paddle on the still water, lay down on the bottom of the canoe and watch the stars. This Summer there were clusters of sunny, still days which were uncharacteristic and exceptional for the Adirondacks. It was as if I was given a gift of perfect weather to show me it I can find peace and everything can be good..
View Art Center in Old Forge NY seeks works of all media focusing on the Sky. The sky has long captivated human imagination—a boundless expanse filled with mystery, beauty, and untold stories. In this juried exhibition, Denizens of the Sky, artists from diverse backgrounds and all mediums explore the ethereal realm above us, drawing inspiration from its ever-changing moods, its vast ecosystems, and the wonders the sky harbors. This call is open to all media, including installation and sound. Our goal is to challenge viewers to think about how we value the sky. Works of art might consider the sky from a global point of view, a regional perspective, a cultural perspective, environmental perspective or with a specific focus on the Adirondacks.