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Updated 4/25/2022

Flyleaf Gallery

  • Maine

    ME

Institution/Business Type: Artist / Creative (Individual)

My vibrant BiblioQuilt series was created using old, discarded books that were salvaged from basements, barns and attics. They’re not made of cloth. I repurpose every part of those books —the covers, the pages, the spines—breathing new life into my materials with the addition of dyes, inks, and acrylics. My ultimate goal is to work with underserved public libraries/schools throughout New England – producing customized work (at no cost to them) that can be used to brighten up their public spaces and generate funds for new books/supplies (via print/poster sales). I will work closely with local stakeholders on the content and design of those pieces (students, board members, parents, library patrons, etc.), so the final product reflects the aesthetics and values of each community.

After earning a B.A. in Art from Northwestern University and an M.A. in Biomedical Communications from the University of Texas, I spent 15 years producing award-winning biomedical illustrations, with an emphasis on traditional media like pen-and-ink, carbon dust, and watercolor. Eventually, I switched to strategic planning, marketing, and business development for the healthcare sector. At this stage of my career, I am thrilled to be getting back to my roots as a maker of fine art. My mixed media work is a celebration of books, booklovers, and public libraries. The online gallery that I launched (www.flyleafgallery.com) features original works, limited-edition (giclee) prints, and posters. All pieces are suitable for fundraisers, commemorative events, and public spaces. I’m also available for commissioned work.

Community engagement will continue to be a high priority for future projects. Examples of under-resourced community partners include: an inner-city, public library that provides programs and services benefiting immigrants, refugees, and/or political asylum seekers…or a rural elementary school that is governed by that state’s Indian Education System. To be clear: I want to collaborate with those partners in designing narrative/figurative BiblioQuilts that are culturally appropriate – not culturally appropriated. In addition, I envision the team using old, beat-up books collected and donated by the target community – giving the work an extra-personal touch. Students, parents, library patrons, and/or other interested parties can be part of those book drives (with my input/guidance).

Find Me

Larry Clifford
Job Title: Owner-Artist
Address:
56 Sunset Avenue
Hampden, ME 04444

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About

Overview

Institution/Business Type:

Artist / Creative (Individual)

Legal Status:

Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship

Year Founded:

2022

Overview

Institution/Business Type:

Artist / Creative (Individual)

Legal Status:

Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship

Year Founded:

2022

Disciplines

Primary Discipline:

Visual/Crafts - Mixed Media

Additional Disciplines:

  • Visual/Crafts - General

Activities and Services

Activities and Services:

  • Arts for Social Change / Creative Activism
  • Arts and Health
  • Creation of a Work of Art (Including Commissions)
  • Public Art Projects (In Free, Public Spaces)

Communities

Populations Engaged:

  • General Public

Languages Available:

  • English

Geographic Reach:

  • National

Media Gallery

Patchword Quilt
Geese Take Cover
Open Books
Heads or Tails
Biblio-Blues
Spinal Columns I
Spinal Columns II
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