Word Art

“Word Art” is a biennial Gallery tradition since 2003.  Writers and artists collaborate to explore the synergy between the visual and written arts. Visual artists create a work of art that is inspired by prose or poetry, while writers create new work in response to visual art. Text appears next to the art or is directly incorporated as words or letters into prints, paintings, fiber, drawings, photographs or sculpture.  On Saturday, March 22^nd there will be a reception with refreshments from 6-8pm. On Saturday, April 5 from 7 to 10 pm authors will read aloud their writing as viewers contemplate art that it reflected or inspired. 

In the Upstairs Gallery are two shows. In “Artifact of Process” Renée and Patrick Hughes offer a duet of abstraction. Renée’s work captures a spirit of exploration and spontaneity, with swirling lines and organic forms that suggest movement and energy. The use of color is engaging, creating a sense of depth and layering that gives the works a lively, three-dimensional feeling.  Subtle textures and patterns draw attention to the details and nuances, allowing each observer to engage with the work on a personal level.

In the Spotlight Gallery is an exhibit by Peggy Stosz entitled, “Nature, Three Ways.” Her oil and watercolor paintings express the power of nature upon the soul to both calm and invigorate. She conveys powerful sensory experiences through the use of light, shadow and color . Her work has been in several Connecticut juried shows including the West Hartford Art League, Ridgefield Guild of Artists, Farmington Valley Art Association, as well as the South County Art Association and Wilford Art Association in Rhode Island.