Gary Freeman presents Patterns in Bloom at the Museum of East Texas this fall. Exhibit opens to the public on August 19. Closing reception on October 18 from 3 to 5 p.m. All are welcome!

Gary Freeman's work

The Museum of East Texas is thrilled to bring Patterns in Bloom, an exhibit featuring works by Gary Freeman, to our main gallery this fall. Gary Freeman is a Nacogdoches artist. Special thanks to Denise Davis for imagining and curating this exhibit for the Museum of East Texas.

work by Gary Freeman

Gary Freeman

Biography

Gary Freeman is a self-taught artist based in East Texas who fuses meticulous craftsmanship with creative style. His background in cabinet building, printing, and sign construction provides a unique foundation for his current artistic pursuits. Gary is driven with a desire to explore new materials and techniques to elevate his craft. He brings a lifetime of experience and observation to his art, creating pieces that are both visually mesmerizing and deeply personal.

Artist Statement

"My art journey is about discovering beauty in the everyday. The familiar patterns and textures that often go unnoticed but have their own stories to tell. My work tends to be a combination of subtle textures and colors with bold patterns.

I’m drawn to the design elements that we are exposed to in things such as wallpaper in a childhood home or the color and piecework of a handmade quilt, all coming together to create something unique yet deeply familiar.

My hope is that with each piece the viewer has a chance to pause, look closer, and find the beauty in the objects that surround us every day."