Opening March 10 Lyme Art Association to Present Annual “Colors of Spring” Member Exhibition Featuring Works By Elected Artists And Special Workshop Programs.
The Lyme Art Association, at 90 Lyme Street, Old Lyme Connecticut, will present a special exhibition entitled “Colors of Spring” showcasing works by its member artists. An opening night reception is planned for Friday, March 10 from 6-8 pm and is free to the public. Nearly 300 works of art will be exhibited and for sale. The exhibition will be on view through April 22.
“As winter begins to fade, artists feel renewed and inspired,” states Bob Potter , Executive Director of the Lyme Art Association. “This juried exhibition of representational art features works in oil, pastel, watercolor, and sculpture and promises something special for every art lover.”
“The exhibition will feature works by the Association’s Elected artists in three galleries. Many of this esteemed group of award winning artists includes artists who work professionally and exhibit in leading galleries in New England,” adds Mr. Potter. “The Lyme Art Association was established by members of the Old Lyme Art Colony more than 100 years ago and the Elected Artists represent our link to these founding members.”
Also on view will be a special exhibition of small works by Associate Artists in the Goodman Gallery of the Lyme Art Association. “This juried ‘show within a show’ presents a very selective group of small works, predominately in oil, that promises to be an exciting exhibition for artists and visitors,” states Kathy Simmons, Chairperson for the “Colors of Spring” exhibition.
In conjunction with the “Colors of Spring” exhibition, the Lyme Art Association will also hold a number of special events and workshops open to its members and the public. These include:
Interior Designer Showcase Night (March 16, 5-8pm ): Area Interior Designers are invited to view the exhibition and enjoy wine and cheese at this “meet the artists” evening.
The Atelier Drawing: The Path to Perfection (Mondays, February 27- March 20, 6-9pm ): Diane Aeschliman, Instructor. Students will spend four sessions exploring the structure of the head and developing a finished drawing of the head in light.
Portrait & Figure: Painting from Casts (Saturday & Sunday, March 4-5, 9am-4pm ): Karen Winslow, Instructor. Learn to paint the portrait or figure by painting from casts, the traditional method used in ateliers for centuries. A great foundation for painting live models.
Picture Making Workshop (Saturday & Sunday, March 25 & 26, 9-4pm ): John Kilroy Instructor. A unique workshop combining demos and lectures, analyzing pictures, design and composition, use of digital cameras and computers as tools for artists.
Alla Prima Painting—Loosen Up! (Saturday & Sunday, April 4 -5, 9-4pm ): Karen Winslow, Instructor. Learn the secrets of alla prima painting, the most spontaneous and challenging form of painting from life. Classes include still life and outdoor landscape painting.
Watercolor: Simple, Fast and Focused, (Wednesday-Saturday, April 19-22, 9:30-4pm ): Mel Stabin, Instructor. Students receive daily demonstrations with step-by-step instructions in painting landscapes and people in landscapes in a loose, representational style.
Publicity Contact: Ms. Karen Lipeika ; email: klipeika@cshore.com.
LYME ART ASSOCIATION
90 Lyme Street, P. O. Box 222, Old Lyme, Connecticut 06371
Phone: 860-434-7802 | Fax: 860-434-7461|
Email: info@lymeartassociation.org
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10-5, Sundays, 1-5, Closed Mondays