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April’s event features photographer David Day

 

TRYON—A unique initiative to spark creativity in the community has taken root at Tryon Painters and Sculptors. 

Once a month, on a Tuesday at 6 p.m., the local art gallery at 78 N Trade Street will host a free event to inspire creativity among attendees. This month’s offering featured TPS member and photographer David Day, who led an engaging discussion about the relationship between art and science.

Jeff Dale, a Tryon Painters and Sculptors board member, shared the inspiration behind this initiative. 

“The idea for this event series was my wife’s idea—Elizabeth Jenkins Dale,” he explained. “We noticed that Tuesday nights in Tryon were pretty sleepy, and we wanted to create opportunities for people to come through the gallery door. Since we aren’t open on Tuesdays, we thought hosting these varied events could engage the community—whether it’s an artist talking about their work, a musician performing, or a lecture guest.”

David Day’s talk, titled “Art and Science… Different, Complimentary, or the Same?” prompted attendees to reflect on the intricate relationship between the two fields. During the session, Day invited the audience to explore the evolution of art and science, pondering questions about their common roots and current trajectories in our increasingly complex world.

“Last month, the artist spoke about the left and right brains, which naturally leads to considering how science and art play together to create the world we see,” he noted. 

A former outcomes research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry, Day transitioned to creating abstract art using intentional camera movement after retiring in 2014. With a history in photography, particularly focusing on lighthouses and historical landmarks in New England, his work has garnered international recognition and numerous awards.

Drawing from his background in pharmacy and long-standing passion for photography, Day reinforced the idea that creativity thrives at the intersection of these two disciplines.

For those interested in participating or learning about future events, visit tryonpaintersandsculptors.com.