by Artist and founding board member of the Arlington Museum of Art Bill Barter passed away on July 24.
Barter, 93, was a fixture in the art community in the Fort Worth area.
He worked at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and the Arlington Museum of Art. He participated actively in the Fort Worth Art Collective as well.
After accepting a position at an aerospace business in the 1960s, Barter eventually joined Lockheed Martin, which brought him to Arlington.
In addition to taking painting classes in every area where he lived, he started visiting local galleries and museums and attending any gatherings of artists.
He was a founding member of the Arlington Museum of Art in the 1980s. Barter was a regular volunteer and twice held the position of museum president.
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After buying a piece by the seasoned artist at a museum gala in the early 2000s, Chris Hightower, the current president of the Arlington Museum of Art, got to know Barter.
I visited him and heard his stories about his first display and other things, and I remained friends with him throughout the years, Hightower said. He is simply a wonderful friend and museum patron.
The museum has expanded and relocated. At first, Hightower was concerned that the modifications would annoy old museum patrons, but Barter soon threw his backing behind the group, he said.
“It was very meaningful to me,” Hightower added.
Barter frequently contributed to the Fort Worth Art Collective, an exhibition-collaborating group of artists, in addition to his work with the Arlington Museum of Art.
According to Bernardo Vallarino, the collective’s lead coordinator, Barter’s enthusiasm and work ethic served as an example for the group.
According to Vallarino, he was an excellent mentor on the meaning of being an artist.
Prior to entering hospice a few weeks ago, Barter worked on his artwork. According to Vallarino, it was evidence of his passion for art.
He was the oldest member, but what was noteworthy about him was that he took part in practically every show, Vallarino recalled.
The collective’s exhibition at the Arlington Museum of Art features Barter’s final piece. According to Hightower, organizers wanted to make sure Barter was included because they were aware of his health issues.
Hightower stated that we wished to keep honoring him. For a very long time, he has been an essential part of the museum.
The N Game, which is pronounced “the end game,” is the title of the barter’s painting in the exhibit. According to Vallarino, the moniker was a logical progression of his sense of humor.
To memorialize Barter, a wreath will be positioned in front of the work, according to Vallarino.
Vallarino claimed that his ability to create, have a sense of belonging, and have something to look forward to kept him alive. His ability to create also enabled him to deal with the challenges of aging in a more constructive manner.
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