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Don Stewart received his BS degree in Biology and Art at Birmingham-Southern College in 1981, paying his way with a nightclub act as a comic ventriloquist. Initially he enrolled in art classes as a respite from the rigors of premedical studies. Soon, however, he was exposed to the process of composite imagery, and began exploring techniques in ballpoint drawing. Don continued to pursue artistic interests as a hobby during medical training at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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After receiving his M.D. in 1985, Dr. Stewart moved north to Minnesota, to complete an internship in surgery at the Mayo Clinic. The lifestyle of a surgical resident proved, however, to be at odds with his creative side. By year's end, Don opted to discontinue his medical studies, after accepting awards for both short fiction and poetry, and publishing his first two composite drawings. He has since worked as a graphic artist, writer, and creative consultant through his company, DS Art.
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The Aldridge Garden's "Art in the Gardens" Art Show was a great success. We really enjoyed meeting so may new people and receiving such wonderful comments and ideas for new photographic projects. I'd also like to thank all of Hanging Around Hoover's customers that were able to make the event. It really meant a lot to us that you were able to attend.
Michael
Fall Open House was a great success
Amy Reese - Reuben Halpern
candle sticks
Amanda Traywick - Shelia Horne Pottery Bowl
Marian & John Lewis - Mixon Photography framed Lily.
All artwork on this website is under copyright by Hanging Around Hoover - Any use of images found on this site is expressly forbidden.
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I am a self taught Gourd Artist who has many years of experience in painting and carving. I love gourds because they are a part of nature, I also grow my own.
My art is a combination of wood burning, carving, painting and coiling.
Gourds are wonderful canvasses to work on.
My gourds have won many ribbons at gourd shows, and are in many private collections throughout USA. I am a member of the Alabama and American Gourd Society.
When you pick up one of my gourds you will feel and see the care, love and patience that went into making a unique piece of art.
Peggy Mayo
Hanging Around Hoover
has just received a variety of one-of-a-kind, uniquely handwoven
baskets from Africa.
Items include: Ghana Bolga Basket
Swazi Lutindzi Baskets
Zulu llala Palm Baskets
and Zulu Wire Baskets
All items are Fair Trade approved.
Reuben Halpern's Studio
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Picture Framing, Photo restoration
Portrait Photography, and so much more.
Let Michael put his 23 year of framing experience and 3 National framing awards to work for you.
Hanging Around Hoover
Michael Mixon
