02 Apr Reception for “Beyond Vision: Beauty in Reality and Imagination” Showcase by Casey Williams
At Noblesville Creates on 8th, Stephenson House
107 S 8th St, Noblesville, IN 46060
Free
J.C. Seig / jseig@noblesvillecreates.org
Meet Casey at her free public reception during Noblesville Creates' Welcome to Fairyville event on Saturday, April 26!
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Artist Casey Williams was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan but grew up under the sun-drenched skies of Pompano Beach, Florida. Her childhood was one spent in the great outdoors, the lush greenery and sandy shores serving as an expansive playground where her creative spirit first ignited. It was at the tender age of four or five that Williams found herself irresistibly drawn to the world of art.
Casey hails from a family rich in creativity. Her father was musically inclined, a talented singer and instrumentalist who skillfully played the guitar and banjo. Her mother was a crafty seamstress, an amazing cook, and a gifted writer. Casey’s artistic education began in high school art classes, where she honed her skills and explored various mediums. Post-high school, Casey embarked on a journey as a freelance artist. She painted on anything and everything—from clothing to murals—but eventually felt the pull of a more traditional career path. The security of a corporate job lured her away for some time, but come 2020, she made a pivotal decision to embrace art full-time once more.
Nature serves as the core inspiration for Casey's work. She has a profound desire to capture fleeting moments and crystallize them into timeless beauty through her art. Her creative process begins with raw emotion, which she then channels into choosing subjects and compositions that best convey her feelings. Patience and experimentation have been the bedrock of her technique, blending a broad array of subjects linked by bold colors and skillful use of light that make her work distinctly unique.
Beyond Vision is more than an exhibition—it’s an invitation to connect with the beauty in the natural world and beyond, to find magic in the real and imaginary alike. With a rich color palette and striking compositions, the works convey emotions that go beyond the surface, encouraging viewers to not only see but feel the subjects. From the quiet elegance of a fox in a meadow to the mysterious beauty of a mythical seahorse, each painting tells a story that transcends the ordinary.
Each piece is a study in contrasts, blending realism with dreamlike elements that evoke wonder and curiosity. Animals are depicted with soulful expressions, landscapes with serene allure, and fantastical creatures with an ethereal quality, showcasing the artist’s unique ability to capture life both as it is and as it could be in the depths of the imagination.
See the full exhibit, Beyond Vision: Beauty in Reality and Imagination, in the Stephenson House Gallery at the Noblesville Creates campus from April 4-26. Visitors can expect to find a variety of images from landscapes, wildlife, and more. The full campus is open for exploration Wednesday-Friday, 12-5 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m.