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A Life of Curiosity & Expression

Works by William Benson

(An Artist Remembered)

Virtually Hanging
Now ➜ March 8

THE EXHIBIT

Professor Emeritus William “Bill” Benson is fondly remembered by many as a man of enduring curiosity who had a special talent for finding commonalities and connections between concepts and people. In this exhibit, he provides us with diversity and curiosity, and within this variety a certain unity emits, calling the viewer to find the connections. As you observe each piece of his art, you may discover things that connect such as bridges, trees, and water.

Bill Benson’s passion was landscapes and nature as a subject matter, however, his curiosity also led him to explore a variety of subjects. His media specialty was printmaking, with emphasis on the technique of intaglio, but his adventurous nature led him to explore other printmaking techniques like aquatint, monoprint, lithography, serigraphy, and relief printing. He also explored painting techniques and media including watercolor, gouache, oil, and acrylic. He dabbled in collage, photography, and the rule of thirds capturing interesting vistas and visual points of interest. Later in his art career, Benson participated in University of Iowa “Foil Imaging” workshops over numerous summers.

During his thirty-year teaching career at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, Benson’s roles spanned printmaking, design, art education classes, advisor, and published author. His artwork has been displayed at various university galleries and museums around the United States, and may be found in many private homes.

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ARTIST’S STATEMENT

“What a critical time in our culture for affirming our bedrock values and for the arts to flourish! All levels of our institutions of learning need more than ever a nurturing of intellectual courage, creativity, empathy (social and emotional) and critical insight alongside public service. ” – William Benson

THE ART

(Click the images for a closer look.)

"Yuga Interlock"
"Architype Blue"
"Western Landscape"
"View of the Valley"
"Trillium Traverse"
"Transitions"
"The Circle"
"Texture Color 2"
"Summer Garden"
"Self Portrait"
"Sand and Sea"
"River View"
"Ponte Vecchio"
"Old Town View"
"Of Water Earth and Sky 1"
"Movement"
"Layers of Solitude"
"Late March"
"Jensen Farm"
"Immanence"
"High Village 1"
"Heritage"
"Habitat"
"Habitat Estate 1"
"Generic Continuum"
"Gemutlichkeit"
"First Green"
"Dairy State Landscape"
"City Edge Afternoon"
"Canberra"
"Campus Vistas"
"Blue Window"

Virtual Art Shows

Because of COVID-19, all in-person library programs and events, including art exhibits, had to be canceled. But we wanted to continue to showcase great regional art, so our shows have gone virtual! You’ll be able to view artwork from the safety and comfort of your own home.

Upcoming Shows

Wisconsin ArtsWest 42 - March 21 thru May 25 - Virtual Exhibit

Past Shows

Up North (Robert Barfknecht) • Nov/Dec 2020
Imagine Your Story • Oct 2020
ArtsWest 41 • Aug/Sept 2020

If you need a sign language interpreter or other special accommodations, please notify Information & Reference (715-839-5004, librarian@eauclaire.lib.wi.us) at least 48 hours before the program.

Hours

The library is currently closed as we move to a temporary facility at 2725 Mall Drive, allowing for a construction project starting in May.

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