A Cosmic Journey: Lee Albert Hill’s Artistic Exploration of the Nasadiya Sukta

Meadows Gallery Exhibit

An exhibition of art by Lee Albert Hill is on view in the Meadows Gallery. Photo by Orion Baker.

By HANNA BARRON/Contributor

The University of Texas at Tyler’s special guest artist is Lee Albert Hill. His work consists of architectural and abstract visual impressions.

“Scythian in Four Sections,” acrylic and mixed media on canvas by Lee Albert Hill, is on view in the Meadows Gallery. Photo by Orion Baker.

 “As both an architect and artist working in a busy architecture firm, I’m focused on modern design,” Hill said.

An exhibition of his art titled “Cosmic Hymn – Not the Non-Existent” is on view in the Meadows Gallery through Oct. 18.

The exhibition is centered in the name “Nasadiya Sukta,” a hymn that represents the origin of the universe and the nature of creation.

Hill spoke about his work during a reception in the gallery on Sept. 19 that was attended by students, staff and community members.

 “My life is my art,” Hill said.

Lee Albert Hill’s art reflects his training as an architect. Photo by Orion Baker.

His life in architecture and painting has been a guide to his art.

“It’s natural for my painting work to explore abstract principle,” Lee said during the gallery talk.

His art has been acquired by multiple businesses, including hotels, airlines and architectural firms.

The reception concluded with Hill thanking those in attendance for their interest and support and people touring the exhibit.

MORE ABOUT THE MEADOWS GALLERY

The Meadows Gallery is located within the R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center Tyler and features rotating exhibitions.

The show schedule includes nationally known guest-artist exhibitions, the Annual International Exhibition, faculty curated exhibitions, MFA thesis exhibitions, and a student-juried exhibition each summer. The Annual International Exhibition takes place each January and is juried by an invited guest artist, historian or critic.