ONE NIGHT ONLY | Saturday, August 2, 6-9pm

POP UP SHOW | ON THE BRICKS

BARB SISTAK BAUR, Metal Artist

Barb's artistic journey has been via a circuitous route and this is often reflected in her artwork. She began studying drawing on her own from books, working on them late at night while raising her family. She later began more formal instruction with valued instructors and mentors at Columbia College in Missouri.

Barb uses unique materials to explore her parallel lines of inquiry: flags, abstraction, and Route 66… and not necessarily in that order. “My husband and I operate an online business from Mundelein, IL, serving collectors of old vintage license plates,” says Barb. “We have tens of thousands of old license plates in our business space, which is also home to my studio, and also where I source much of my art material.” Her themes and materials have clear connections to each other.

“Nothing says ‘America’ quite like the automobile, so license plates are apt for commentary on our country,” says Barb. “I create my American flag pieces in response to the disruptive conflicts between our political parties. And, old US Route 66 conjures the travel ideal of adventure, freedom and exploration. Often rusty and worn, my works nostalgically peer back at those days gone by.”

Her abstract sculptural works bring pieces together to form a cohesive composition, creating a sense of calm and restorative peace. Some form 3-D cubes, others are layered to create more linear shapes.

We are excited to welcome Barb to the Blue Moon in this special POP UP SHOW — ONE NIGHT ONLY at the Blue Moon!