My cousin Benny Carter was truly one of a kind. Binford Taylor (Benny) Carter Jr. died unexpectedly February 2, 2014, at his home near Mayodan, N.C
In his obituary in the Greenboro News & Record they noted “Benny began painting in 1991 after he was laid off from his job. He soon made a name for himself in the national and international art world. His paintings, decorative birdhouses, clocks, totems, metal sculptures and other works are what some people call outsider art or folk art. Benny preferred the term self-taught artist. His works ranged from finely detailed miniatures to large yard-art pieces. He often used found objects in his art. A favorite theme was the New York City skyline and waterfront, often with the Statue of Liberty. He also depicted Biblical stories and farm scenes. A number of his works include the words “Buy Art.””
Here’s one of his works called “Center of the Universe”
His art was a testament to the idea that, in life, you have to follow your own vision. And always pay attention to details!
This one is titled “Big Apple”.
For more on his work visit
http://alumnus.caltech.edu/~dacrotty/benny.html
http://www.rubylane.com/item/824871-58/Benny-Carter-Oil-Board-Noahs
God spede Benny, may ye rest in peace.
the analogfuture 