Aldridge Gardens to hold sports art exhibit

Daniel A. Moore is known for his beautiful paintings that showcase some of football’s greatest moments. Now his work will be on exhibit at Aldridge Gardens from July 8-Sept. 3. A Meet the Artist Reception will be held Thursday, July 11 from 5-7 p.m.

No single image represents Coach Paul W. “Bear” Bryant’s defensive philosophy better than a historic play against Penn State in the 1979 Sugar Bowl. With fourth-and-goal inside the Alabama one-yard line, Mike Guman was stopped cold by linebacker Barry Krauss and the swarming Crimson Tide defense. The effort preserved the 14-7 victory for Alabama and clinched its tenth national title, the fifth under Coach Bryant. “The Goal Line Stand” was the artist’s first of many popular Alabama football paintings.

Aldridge Art Gallery is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Check for gallery closings due to private events at aldridgegardens.com.