When Robert Van Meter died unexpectedly in early December, the gallery decided it was imperative that a show be mounted to honor him and his work. Not only were Van Meter’s turned pieces of the highest quality, the range was enormous including everything from stunning turned “art” bowls to practical nut crackers and rolling pins to “just-for-fun” pieces, such as a “mosquito house,” reflecting Van Meter’s droll sense of humor. Taken as a whole, the work demonstrates a quality found in all truly great artists: a need to keep trying new things.
As his son Barry put it, “Once he mastered something, it was time to move on.” More than a dozen objects will be on display during the show’s two week run, on loan from the family and members of the Apple Valley Wood-Turners, which Van Meter helped launch. One of the members, Mark Zimmerman, who shows and sells his work through the Fire House Gallery, will curate the show. Attend the opening Friday, March 22nd from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and you’ll not only see this wood-turner’s amazing work, you’ll also meet another well-known and much loved member of our community, Val Van Meter, Winchester Star reporter and the late artist’s wife. (taken from the Fire House Gallery and Shop's website!)
Here are some photos of this lovely event:
As his son Barry put it, “Once he mastered something, it was time to move on.” More than a dozen objects will be on display during the show’s two week run, on loan from the family and members of the Apple Valley Wood-Turners, which Van Meter helped launch. One of the members, Mark Zimmerman, who shows and sells his work through the Fire House Gallery, will curate the show. Attend the opening Friday, March 22nd from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and you’ll not only see this wood-turner’s amazing work, you’ll also meet another well-known and much loved member of our community, Val Van Meter, Winchester Star reporter and the late artist’s wife. (taken from the Fire House Gallery and Shop's website!)
Here are some photos of this lovely event:
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