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Castoffs to Critters
Robert Justin, a popular New Jersey primitive and
self-taught
visionary, opens a solo show entitled "Man at Work" at the
WPA Gallery of the Arts Council of Princeton with a reception, Friday,
January 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. His whimsical artworks made of recycled
materials are enjoyed by viewers of all ages. The show also kicks
off Justin’s January hands-on workshops for schoolchildren.
"As a boy I roamed the town dump seeking the scraps of society
which I made into toys," says Justin. "Today my workshop is
in the midst of a junk/scrapyard flea market where unusual reusables
abound. Treasures are chosen because of their unusual texture, shape,
or where numbers and the mystery they exude when combined together
and reborn," says Justin.
"I was reborn myself when I made my first critter in 1993. I had
never intended to create art or effigy, but to give form and substance
to the many visions I have always seen in things. Children have always
seen the essence and personality in my critters.They know all objects
have another life awaiting the magic of discovery. I anxiously await
participating through my critters in the beginning of their
journey."
Witherspoon
Street, 609-924-8777. Opening reception for Robert Justin’s solo show
"Man at Work." Show runs to January 30. Free. Friday,
January
4, 6 to 8 p.m.
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