Permanent Installations
Animals and Creatures
Fantastical animals and mythological creatures populate many spaces in Proof. Randy,
a satyr sculpted by Larry Shank, presides at the bar, while
David Mach's Golden Rhino stands at attention facing the kitchen, his
textured hide made from wooden safety matches. The use of unexpected materials also
animates the work of Johnston Foster, whose Zebra Trophy combines
strips of leather with wire and broom-handle brushes. Human attributes are evident
in Beth Cavener Stichter's graceful hanging goats, and in Michael
Comb's hand carved Alpha Male buck, suggestively clad in zippered black
leather.
Art in Proof Bar
Featured in the bar are portraits of local leaders and luminaries, one series by
Louisville painter Shayne Hull, another by painter and photographer
Laura Lee Brown. In all of these works, viewers may recognize a
vision of themselves, in reality, in desire, or in dreams.
Exhibited Works
- Larry Shank, Randy, 2005. Bronze.
- David Mach, Golden Rhino, 2004. Wooden safety machines.
- Johnston Foster, Zebra Trophy, 2005. Mixed media, including
leather, wire, and broom handles.
- Beth Cavener Stichter, Spanish Feral Meat Goats, 2002.
Stoneware, terra sigillata, hemp rope, and hooks.
- Michael Combs, Alpha Male, 2005. Linden wood, leather,
rubber cladding, and zipper.
- Zilla Leutenegger, Tete-A-Tete, 2005. Mixed media, tempra
paint, DVD projection.
- Shayne Hull, 100 Portraits Series, 2006.