Andre Ferrella

1953 Born Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A.

Discover the Spirit and Mystery of Artist Andre Ferrella

The Elmhurst Art Museum will host Andre Ferrella: Artist of the Spirit, a spectacular exhibition of mystery and discovery from September 30, 2006 through January 7, 2007. An internationally celebrated multi-media artist, painter, and photographer, Andre Ferrella emphasizes thoughtful consideration of our place in the universe while producing imaginative, luminous images. His art ranges from the beauty of nature and its relationship with light to using a variety of artistic methods that include physically painting with light on photographic film and the manipulation of the human figure to represent harmony in the universe. His work explores the realm of microorganisms and draws a line of similarity to stars and galaxies within the cosmos. Ferrellas portfolio includes works such as The Living Pictures, Soul Portraits, and Spirit Boxes. Artwork from all three series will be on display at the Elmhurst Art Museum during the fall of 2006.

Mr. Ferrella transforms photographic negatives into The Living Pictures offering the viewer the opportunity to see life and growth with the natural decay process. The microscopic org...