Artists: Nancy Swickard, Jan McCune, Karen Hayden , Jean McCauley
Project Title: We Fly, Altogether!
Location: Northwest corner of Riverside & New York (at First Presbyterian Church)
Project Statement: The four sides of this box-mural depict the interplay between Ball State and the community of. Muncie. Because it is. also on the property of the First Presbyterian Church, it also introduces the symbolism of the Spirit. The story of all four panels together is intended to show that we are all working together to brighten our community.
– The first large section contains the dove of peace descending with an. olive branch, with a watchful eye of Love looking over and giving direction.
– The smaller second panel contains the cardinal of BSU carrying a. book of knowledge for all to see. The background of these two sections suggest an ongoing flow of timelessness.
– The third panel shows the traditional symbol of BSU, a dancing Beneficence, overjoyed at what BSY has become. It is fitting that she is depicted as an angel with a double entendre meaning of spiritual involvement.
– The last panel is a representation of the buildings of BSU, depicted also with First Pres. among them as a symbol of the commitment we. share to making our village grande and productive.
Artists Bios:
Nancy Swickard – Currently an art teacher at West View Elementary in MCS, 24 years. MS degree in painting, BSU. Completed many murals/displays annually for West View. Completed various commissioned projects, Ball Corp. and First Pres. 3 times Teacher of the Year, West View. Numerous Grants awarded for special projects.
Jan McCune – Retired art teacher, Marion High School, 12 years. MS Painting, BSU. Metalsmith with own business, Sun Valley Studio, for 11 years. Represented by Gordy’s in Muncie, the Paradigm gallery in Ft. Wayne, and Indiana Artisan in French Lick and Carmel, IN.
Karen Hayden – Retired art teacher, New Castle, CSC, 39 years. BS, Visual Arts & MA, Secondary Ed, BSU. Instructed advanced ‘Challenge’ students, many Student Awards, grants for special projects, including 2 large ceramic tile murals installed at Bundy Auditorium, New Castle High/Middle School.
Jean McCauley – Two community murals – city of Muncie & BSU for 100th Anniversary Celebration. Emens Auditorium 50th Anniversary Violin painting. Gallery Shows throughout Central Indiana with awards. Part President of the Muncie Art Students’ League, & longtime member of the Muncie Artists Guild Board of Directors.