Art can appear in many forms, as will be the case during the Chilton County Arts Council’s July exhibit.

The exhibit will be called “Another Man’s Treasure” and will include pieces of art that have been created using material that has been found, recycled or repurposed.

Rebecca Watts is the exhibition chairwoman and came up with the idea after working with this form of art for many years.

“Before I throw something out, I consider if that item still has a purpose,” Watts said. “If I throw something away, you know that there is no more need.”

The exhibit sends the message that art does not cater to a certain viewpoint and can take many shapes and sizes.

According to Arts Council President Sue Anne Hoyt, contemporary artists have become concerned with sustainability in the world, and their artwork reflects that belief.

“We’ve been trying to make the Arts Council more prominent,” Watts said.

Ocie DeVaughn is another local artist that specializes in refurbished artwork, which includes making sculptures out of old nails that he finds.

“It takes away some of the ‘fine’ art and adds a bit of fun,” Hoyt said. “It’s alright to use materials that do not look as pristine.”

According to Hoyt, though the style of art has become more popular in recent years, the idea of using household items dates back to Picasso.

“It is an idea that has been around, but now more artists are beginning to explore the possibilities,” Hoyt said. “It’s all about looking at things in a different way.”

Entering a piece of art in the exhibit is free and open to the public, and all age groups are welcomed to participate.

It takes a unique view of the world to give a new life to what the majority of people view as simply garbage.

Hoyt believes that children should be able to gravitate to the exhibit and offer up some interesting perspectives that most adults would not have considered.

The exhibit will be displayed at the Rose Gallery from July 6-27 with a meet and greet with the artists scheduled for July 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“Our challenge is to encourage their creativity, and to give a little guidance but let them do what they love,” Hoyt said.