Artist Harry Underwood delves into folk art and beyond in new exhibition 'Outdoor Worship'

Harry Underwood's solo exhibition "Outdoor Worship" will be on display at Waddi Gallery in Inman Park through Oct. 29. (Photo Credit: Harry Underwood / VINSONart)

Although the work of Nashville-based artist Harry Underwood is often labeled as “folk art” or “outsider art,” that description really just taps the surface.

Underwood creates a dream world of retro figures engaging in seemingly joyful and nostalgic activities, yet sometimes his works also contain a hint of sadness.

The artist’s latest exhibition, “Outdoor Worship,” is currently on view at Inman Park’s Waddi Gallery, and Underwood joined “City Lights” senior producer Kim Drobes via Zoom to talk about the work on view.