Gallery Exhibit: A Retrospective of Artist Malcolm Perkins

(1956-1998) was a 1975 graduate of Rushville Consolidated High School, encouraged in his art by teacher Melvin Gray. Malcolm was the managing director and artist-in-residence of the Oddities and Originals Art Studio in Homer during the 1980s. He preferred abstract expressionism, believing, “Painting is an expression of pure brilliance in color.” Malcolm Perkins

Carol Jenkins-Davis Park, 409 N. Fort Wayne Road, is the new home of his partner metal sculptures. Entitled “Joyous Journey of Life,” the sculptures have recently been installed through the united effort of Rush County organizations. His His sister, Amelia B. Perkins, donates his sculptures as a living tribute to her brother. .Read more

The exhibit of paintings in mixed media and photography will continue through June 7th.