Peak Between the Trees II- HISTORIC from the collection of Art in Roanoke

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Peak Between the Trees II- HISTORIC

Steel and oil based paint

"Peak Between the Trees II" by Mark Krucke is a representative of two birch trees. He wanted to “generate the feeling one feels when venturing out into nature, specifically the mountains; the feelling of a mysterious silent beauty that encompasses life.” This sculpture was featured in the third Art in Roanoke temporary exhibition from 2015-2016.

About the artist:
Originally from Ohio, sculptor Mark Krucke has been a resident of North Carolina for about fourteen years and received his bachelor’s degree in studio art from the University of North Carolina in Wilmington. Krucke’s sculptures have been included in juried exhibitions throughout the Eastern United States. His awards included Best in Show for the Salmagundi XIV exhibition in Rocky Mount, and First Place in the Mayfaire Outdoor Sculpture Project, both in 2010. In 2011 he focused exclusively on Outdoor Public Sculpture to Create 4 large scale pieces that are on display across the United States. His work initially focused on figures but has since evolved into pieces influenced by nature and its relationship with man.

In the temporary exhibition, Art in Roanoke from 2015 to 2016, artists were asked to blend nature with the urban for the theme “The Natural City.” The show was held in the then newly renovated Elmwood Park for about 18 months. The show was held in the then newly renovated Elmwood Park for about 18 months.

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