Bacon shares passion for art with Troy Elementary students

Artist Dr. Art Bacon paints a Troy Elementary School student during a live art demonstration sponsored by Troy University's International Art Center.

Artist Dr. Art Bacon paints a Troy Elementary School student during a live art demonstration sponsored by Troy University's International Art Center.

It starts with a few brush stokes, brown swoops on a bright white canvas. As artist Dr. Art Bacon leans over to peer at his subject—a young girl seated on a stool—a classroom full of fourth-graders leans forward to watch him.

Soon, the swoops and swishes of brown paint form the familiar face of one…

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Bacon talks life, art during TROY Gallery Talk

Dr. Art Bacon, a scientist, artist and civil rights activist, talked about his life and work Tuesday at Troy University.

Dr. Art Bacon, a scientist, artist and civil rights activist, talked about his life and work Tuesday at Troy University.

Dr. Art Bacon has worn a lot of hats in his 80 years — scientist, researcher, student, educator, civil rights activist.

But as he addressed a crowded room of observers in Troy University’s International Arts Center on Tuesday, he focused on the role that makes him happiest.

“For 40 years I had essentially a dual…

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Renowned artist Bacon to discuss exhibit at TROY

Dr. Art Bacon will discuss his new exhibit at the International Arts Center on Feb. 27.

Dr. Art Bacon will discuss his new exhibit at the International Arts Center on Feb. 27.

Renowned painter, scientist, educator and civil rights activist Dr. Art Bacon will discuss his new exhibit at Troy University’s International Arts Center on Feb. 27.

Bacon’s Gallery Talk takes place from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in the center, which will display his work through April 23.

Bacon will discuss his art and inspiration, followed…

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