Sam Middleton Gallery Talk & Multimedia Experience with Dr. Julie McGee

Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2024 for two events with renowned art historian, Dr. Julie McGee, who will explore the life and work of Sam Middleton.

Gallery Talk (11 AM – 12:00PM) | Multimedia Experience (1:30PM – 3:30PM)

The events are FREE, but an RSVP is required.

Gallery Talk (June 15, 2024 – 11 am-12 pm)

Join art historian Dr. Julie McGee for an immersive gallery talk on Sam Middleton’s works, exploring the profound connections between place, music, and identity. Discover how Middleton’s unique perspective shapes his art, as Dr. McGee unravels the layers of meaning in his masterpieces. Experience the transformative power of art as you delve into Middleton’s world with Dr. McGee, gaining a deeper appreciation for the beauty of cultural interconnectedness.

Multimedia Experience (June 15, 2024 – 1:30pm – 3:30pm)

Dive into an interdisciplinary exploration of Sam Middleton’s life and art with art historian Dr. Julie McGee. This interactive presentation combines sound, film images, and scholarly analysis to offer a rich understanding of Middleton’s work within the context of 20th-century art movements. Experience visual narratives of Middleton’s artistic evolution, expert commentary, and sensory stimuli that bring his world to life. Join Dr. McGee for a transformative journey into the legacy of this visionary artist.

Sam Middleton was a pioneering mixed-media artist whose vibrant creations were influenced by the rhythms of Harlem jazz during his early life and the landscapes of Europe’s Low Countries where he later settled. An exhibition of his work, Rhythm of Resilience: The Artistry of Sam Middleton, is currently on view at Hammonds House Museum, 503 Peoples Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310.

*The cover art featured is “Newport, 1992” by Sam Middleton.