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Akron Soul Train’s October artist in residence Michelle Droll speaks about her artistic practice.
Join Akron Soul Train fellow Michelle Droll at the Akron Art Museum for an artist talk. This is an exciting opportunity to gain some insights into Michelle’s artistic practice! She will explain the unique role of ‘chance narrative’ in her fantastical landscapes.
Michelle Droll moved to Akron from upstate New York in 1995 with her husband as newlyweds. After working as an architect for some years, she decided to go to art school to help fulfill her more creative side. After graduating from the Cleveland Institute of Art with a BFA and Kent State University with an MFA, she was employed by Dominion Energy in 2006, where she is currently a Senior Business Analyst. Her work has been exhibited throughout Northeast Ohio, including at SPACES Gallery, MOCA Cleveland, and in 2011-12, a solo show at the Akron Art Museum. Michelle will be an Akron Soul Train fellow from October 1-30, 2017.
As a response to the environment, Droll’s work transforms recycled and unwanted materials into 3D ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
Free Admission
LOCATION
1 South High, Akron, OH 44308
PARKING INFO
Members park free in the deck adjacent to the library
Park across from museum entrance on High Street
Fully handicap accessible
Standard strollers welcome in most areas