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Troy, Alabama, is not the first place that comes to mind as a source of great art. It’s probably not even the thousandth place. But it is the birthplace of Fred Nall Hollis, an internationally acclaimed and celebrated artist who works under the moniker Nall. In his large-scale mixed media collages and paintings, often featuring his own print work, Nall tackles the most difficult topics in art: death, religion, politics, sexuality, gender, and more. Truly an artist with a multicultural focus, the subject matter of Nall's work originates in his own story, shared in Nall at TROY. After attending the University of Alabama during the turbulent 1960s, Nall boldly ventured to Europe and developed relationships with some of the West’s most influential figures, including Salvador Dali, James Baldwin, Prince Albert of Monaco, and Ringo Starr. His career blossomed in Europe, but Nall began to feel a longing for his hometown of Troy and artists with which he might find a close kinship. Nall at TROY is an exploration of the artist’s homecoming, his promotion of Alabama artists, and his establishing of unique relationships with students and faculty at Troy University. Nall’s contributions to the town, such as the creation of an international art center and the Nall Museum, have caused the community to have a great affinity for the artist. Nall at TROY is an opportunity for the city of Troy and its excellent university to share one of Alabama’s best-kept secrets with the world.

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This impressive book provides a great way for people to learn about the internationally important artist named Nall and his work, as well as what Troy University is doing to promote the arts. Nall at Troy is a significant contribution to the literature about Nall, which gorgeously showcases the breadth of his talent. -- Dr. Manuel H. Johnson, collector If they ever do an autopsy on Nall, they will find he is not human. He is a primal force of nature, more observant and alive than anyone I've ever met. This book captures the very essence of an Alabama boy turned international icon. -- Bruce Larsen, fine artist Nall at Troy is a beautifully designed book that reflects the unique vision and creativity and peripatetic life of the artist Nall. Significantly, it documents the artist's epic journey in art and life, starting in Alabama and culminating in his return to Troy--a fitting echo of the Homeric tales and Troy's ancient namesake in classical antiquity. Nall's relationship with Troy, including most especially Troy University, is celebrated and honored with the publication of this important book. -- Deborah Velders, director, Mobile Museum of Art Nall is a surrealist, a fantasist, an alchemist, and a genius among us. -- Tommy McPherson, former director, Mobile Museum of Art Nall's environment, the many places he has lived and traveled, and his Alabama roots have had a significant effect on his work. Nall at Troy: An Internationally Regarded Alabama Artist Comes Home captures the very essence of his journey, his art, and his profound impact on so many people. -- Pamela Bryan, owner, Octavia Art Gallery

Nall's environment, the many places he has lived and traveled, and his Alabama roots have had a significant effect on his work. Nall at Troy: An Internationally Regarded Alabama Artist Comes Home captures the very essence of his journey, his art, and his profound impact on so many people. -- Pamela Bryan, owner, Octavia Art Gallery Nall is a surrealist, a fantasist, an alchemist, and a genius among us. -- Tommy McPherson, former director, Mobile Museum of Art Nall at Troy is a beautifully designed book that reflects the unique vision and creativity and peripatetic life of the artist Nall. Significantly, it documents the artist's epic journey in art and life, starting in Alabama and culminating in his return to Troy--a fitting echo of the Homeric tales and Troy's ancient namesake in classical antiquity. Nall's relationship with Troy, including most especially Troy University, is celebrated and honored with the publication of this important book. -- Deborah Velders, director, Mobile Museum of Art

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A Southern American artist with an international following, NALL has a unique style that has captivated the attention of the world. The gifted artist grew up in Troy, Alabama and began drawing arts and crafts at his family’s city park at just four years old. Nall received a degree in art, political science and psychology at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

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