Sculptor Ben Watts to Exhibit at William Carey University

Hattiesburg, MS, September 16, 2009 - An opening reception for sculptor Ben Watts will be held Thursday, October 1 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the Sarah Ellen Gillespie Museum where his work will be exhibited  Oct. 1 through 30.

The exhibit will feature western themes, animals and historic figures. He has works installed throughout the state including a life size Coach Dobie Holden at Pearl River Community College, a golden eagle at the University of Southern Mississippi Ogletree Alumni House, a life size John Wesley at Millsaps College, and a piece for Bass Pro Shops. Watts’ website, wwwbenwattssculpture.com, features photos of his work.

The public is invited to the reception and exhibit admission free. The Sarah Gillespie Museum is open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. and by special appointment. For more information call 601-318-6148 or 601-318-6592.      



“The Kick,” a gypsum/polymer sculpture by artist Ben Watts, is pictured here. The polymer gives a rich marble look to the piece. An opening reception for sculptor Ben Watts will be held Thursday, October 1 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the Sarah Ellen Gillespie Museum where his work will be exhibited Oct. 1 through 30.