Tuly Fodo at the Art Center

Tuly Fodo was almost 30 years old when she picked up her first camera and discovered the art of photography. The camera originally belonged to her former husband, who lost interest in shooting pictures. So Tuly decided to make his camera hers and found an instrument that totally changed her approach to life. Tuly's photography talent is to find that moment in the life of her subjects that never returns. Then, through her eye and lens, catches it so that we, the viewers can experience it forever.

Born in Brooklyn,NY, she moved to Los Angeles where she entered a two-year photography program. Then went to Detroit, where she earned a degree in social work at Northern Michigan University. After a stay in Santa Fe's art colony, Tuly now enjoys living a wonderful and productive artist's life in Blue Ridge. She just walks through towns and on her path finds her subjects. That's the way Tuly lives and works.

On Saturday, February 16, The Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association opens an exhibit of Tuly Fodo's unique photography with a reception from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the Main Gallery of the Art Center on West Main.

Tuly calls her exhibit "Diversity and Connection" A Leap Towards Humanity. When visitors enter the Gallery and look at the walls, they won't find her photos hanging there. Tuly will arrange her works on the floor in front of the historic judges bench. Pillows and chairs will be there, so the viewer can sit on the photos, closer to the scene and will become an intricate part of the "installation." Tuly asks visitors to bring a small photo of themselves, which she'll hang on a special display rack for all to enjoy.

This is the BRMAA's first exhibit of it's kind and visitors will have a whole new art experience. Tuly Fodo will be there

during the reception to answer questions and to offer some delicious things to eat and drink. The public is invited and admission is free.

For more information call the Art Center: 706-632-2144.