Kevin Pullen
When I received an invitation from my friend, Natasha Williams, to meet Kevin Pullen I did not know what to expect! I could say it was a “dark and stormy night” which it turned out to be, but the trip to the north end of the island to view the sculpture of this amazing artist turned out to be well worth the trip.
Kevin’s gift is beyond words. When I asked him about his training he jokingly said his kindergarten teacher put a ball of clay dough in his hands and the rest is history. I think he probably was born with this talent and now shares it with us all in his soon to be cast bust of local Maestro Luis Haza, music director of Coastal Symphony of Georgia. He captured the passion of Maestro to the point that I can envision the conductor’s arms moving with the music, bringing the musicians together to create the one magical voice their instruments create. What a special gift this piece is and one that will be treasured forever.
While spending time with Kevin I saw more of his work like this wonderful piece depicting the famous artist, Pablo Picasso.
And this, his first work that dates back to the 1960’s, of Martin Luther King captures the peaceful essence of one of the greatest men in history.
Kevin has a special interest in the Civil War. I did not know the history behind this sculpture of the youngest ranking NCO to serve in army history, John Lincoln Clem. This young man followed the 22nd Michigan regiment of the Union Army at the age of nine. He served as regiment mascot and drummer boy before receiving his rank and spent his life as a career office, retiring on the eve of the United State’s entry into World War I with the rank of Major General. You can read more about this brave young soldier here: http://www.civilwar.org/education/history/biographies/john-clem.html
You’ll find Kevin Pullen teaching at the Golden Isles Career Academy in their media department on weekdays. He inspires his students, his family and his friends with his positive attitude and loving nature. And speaking of nature, this piece of “Eve” is beautifully done and I believe that’s one of my favorites, Keith Richards of Rolling Stones fame, just behind her. I’m happy to add Kevin to my list of new friends and look forward to watching his work grow!
All photographs of Kevin Pullen’s work are copyrighted and remain his property.
One Response
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Ann Payne Price Says:
Such talent! Enjoyed.
