Palm Room In Stuart Features “Art In Isolation” An Exhibition of The Martin Artisans Guild. Opening Reception Wednesday, September 2 Includes 2D and 3D artworks
The Martin Artisans Guild announces the “Summer Salon” in the Palm Room. The public is welcome to the Opening Reception on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Over 10 member-artists will display their art, sculpture, glass, and ceramics, as well as wearable art. The Rickie Report shares the details, some sneak peeks, and an introduction to some of the artists. Masks will be available and Phase 2 distancing guidelines will be followed. This exhibit will be available through October 31, 2020. All artwork is for sale.
M E E T T H E A R T I S T S:
JANE BALDRIDGE
MALLO BISSET
My artwork celebrates the things that make me happy. While my subject matter does vary, I am greatly influenced by my love of color, animals, and nature. I have always lived close to the sea, so water and the color blue seem to be a part of me and often make it onto my canvas. When I get an idea for a painting and I can’t stop thinking about it, I know it’s time to get to work. Often it’s these obsessive moments that lead to the best work. The most rewarding feeling is seeing a smile on the face of someone viewing my work and nothing compares to the satisfaction of having someone bring home a piece of my work. Hopefully, my artwork makes you happy too!
CHARLIE COTE
Cheryl Cote’ (pronounced “koh-TAY”) is a prolific, contemporary artist who lost her right eye to cancer when she was only six months old. In 2010, Cheryl also lost a significant portion of central vision in her remaining eye to a condition known as retinal edema. This condition prevents Cheryl from driving and reading written text requires a magnifying glass. Cheryl is currently under the care of a well-known retinal oncologist in Miami. She has appointments every three weeks to undergo extensive diagnostics and have an injection into her eye to preserve her vision. Despite Cheryl’s visual impairment she recently found a way to return to her passion for art. Cheryl hopes her artwork will bring joy to those who view it and that it encourages others struggling to overcome their own challenges in life.
LAURA KAY DARVILL
Jewelry often defines the personality and style of a person. Jewelry By Whiticar offers you many options to explore your own “look.”. What do you like to wear? Are you more conservative, or do you walk on the wild side? When you look at different selections, what catches your eye? Laura Kay is a native Floridian. She grew up in Stuart, Florida, in a boating family. Majoring in mathematics led to a career of teaching high school math. After retiring, she became interested in learning sign language, and she interpreted at the Treasure Coast Deaf Church. A traveling adventure led to an interest in designing and making jewelry. Recently she discovered sailing (growing up was all about power boats) and is a member of two sailing clubs!! There are just not enough hours in the day!!
JAMES J. DEMARTIS
DOT GALFOND
CAROL KEPP
ANGELA KROGEN
” Hanging Out” by Angela Krogen
Art is an expression of our beings! It has always been a hidden talent since childhood, as I watched my family members display this gift as architects, graphic designers and decorators.I am inspired to paint flowers and landscape themes, as I learn about viewing colors and how beautifully light reflects upon nature creating shapes and movement.My desire in artis to convey a sense of joy through this meaningful expression of nature. It is a tool of communication with amessage that will bring a sense of balance and alignment to the viewer.Colors in art bring a sense of well being. Whether used inRealism or Impressionistic, they are tools to impart beauty and bring about vibrations of good mood and stability.
LYNN MORGAN
BILLIE JO THOMPSON
“Mable” by Billie Jo Thompson
Billie is an award winning artist who was born and educated in Canada. Billie earned a diploma in fine arts at Central Technical College in Toronto majoring in 3-D. She studied at Emily Carr University in Vancouver. While raising a family, Billie continued to paint and participated in many solo and group shows and garnered a number of awards. Billie, an accomplished mural artist, also completed a number of commissions for both corporate and private clients. In 2010 Billie became a paint coordinator in the film industry, creating the wonderful scenic worlds of notable films including “The Magicians”, “Big Eyes”, “Continuum”, “The Confirmation” and many others. Billie also painted commissioned pieces featured in two Tim Burton films, “Big Eyes” and “Miss Peregrines Home for peculiar Children”. Billie currently splits her time between Vancouver Canada and Jensen Beach, FL. Billie’s current inspiration is the spirit of the ocean, the skies and the natural beauty of the tropics.
CANDY WALSH
For more information about this exhibit, other events, or membership:
The Martin Artisans Guild
A FLORIDA 501(c)3 NON-PROFIT
The Martin Artisans Guild was created to nurture the production of Fine Art and Craft, increase awareness of local art, facilitate development and networking among Working Artists and create marketing venues for our members.·
- To promote Martin County, Florida as a center of art.
- To provide opportunity for artists to exhibit original work to the public.
- To develop a sense of shared community and support among artists.
- To foster the concept that success for one artist benefits all artists.
- To present Artists’ Open Studios as a venue for purchasing art.
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