Rick Paulus: Call Me Ishmael — A Calligrapher Considers Moby-Dick
Gallery Openings
Rick Paulus: Call Me Ishmael — A Calligrapher Considers Moby-Dick
Opening: August 22, 2026
Dates: August 22, 2026 – September 27, 2026
Sponsor: Cotuit Center for the Arts
Artist Rick Paulus explores Herman Melville's themes through calligraphic interpretations, examining race, class, capitalism, sexuality, and immigration alongside maritime imagery. The exhibition reflects Paulus's artistic response to living near New Bedford and revisiting Melville quotations with fresh eyes. Opening Reception: August 22, 3:00–5:00 PM.