Gene Kangas

Former/First Director, Finnish Heritage Museum, Fairport OH & Co-Owner w/Linda Kangas, Creekside Art Gallery, Concord OH

Gene Kangas is an accomplished artist and co-owner of Creekside Art Gallery LLC, alongside his wife Linda Kangas.1 2 He is a Professor Emeritus of Art with a long-standing career in the field.1

Professional Background

Gene Kangas has had a multifaceted career in the art world:

Academic Career: He served as a Professor of Art, eventually achieving the status of Professor Emeritus.1
Gallery Ownership: Together with Linda Kangas, he co-owns Creekside Art Gallery LLC in Concord, Ohio.2 5
Museum Leadership: Gene was the Former/First Director of the Finnish Heritage Museum in Fairport, Ohio.2 4

Artistic Pursuits

As an artist, Gene Kangas has a diverse portfolio:

His work includes various series such as "Owl - Series 1" and "POV - Series 1".3
He creates portraits, mixed media pieces, landscapes, and wood-turned sculptures.3
Gene and Linda have studied and collected folk art and Americana for over five decades, which likely influences their gallery's focus.1

Art Market Presence

Gene Kangas's artwork has been recognized in the art market:

His work has been offered at auction multiple times.6
Realized prices for his pieces have ranged from $50 upwards, indicating a presence in the collectible art market.6

Gene Kangas was born in 1944, making him an established figure in the American art scene.6 His LinkedIn profile, under the username gene-kangas-ba6aa7, reflects his current roles and past experiences in the art world.2 4