For the past 35 years, Walt Stricklin has worked as a photo-journalist. He has received many awards, including being a finalist for the 1982 Pulitzer Prize for Feature Photography. Since 1998, he has been a director of photography for The Birmingham News.

“In 2008, I realized it had been too long since I had shot pictures just to satisfy myself. I wanted something different, something challenging and something with which I could connect artistically. Also, finding a way to go outside the traditional 35mm frame had always intrigued me.”

“My ‘scapes’ are two-dimensional sculptures that are preconceived, digitally handcrafted and not stitched or blended by a computer program. I am not looking for perfection in their assembly. I leave the imperfections to celebrate both my humanity and the enjoyment of discovery.”

Shown Left: See Rock City

photograph, 40 " x 14"

Artist's Statement:
“Composite panoramic landscapes are my visual sculptures. I want them to be a blend of reality and my interpretation of a given situation. They are meant to celebrate the common characteristics of people and places and how they fit together.”

Arts at the Airport receives funding for the visual arts from the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) and the Tennessee Arts Commission (TAC). The Flying Solo Exhibition Series is funded under an agreement with the Tennessee Arts Commission and the State of Tennessee. For more information about Arts at the Airport, please call (615) 275-1614 or send email to arts@nashintl.com.