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July 10, 2025

Chestertown Spy

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6 Arts Notes

“Variations 2.0: 1 Photograph, 16 Paintings” Opens on July 14 at The Trippe Gallery

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The Trippe Gallery will be opening a particularly unique exhibition on July 14. “ Variations 2.0: 1 Photograph, 16 Paintings” will feature the work of 16 gallery artists. Following on the heels of the success of this exhibition in 2022, the idea for the exhibition developed from gallery owner and fine art photographer Nanny Trippe’s post on social media of a photograph of the high tide, sky full of clouds and Tred Avon River after a significant storm. Gallery artist Cynthia Rosen commented it would make a great painting. It spawned a call to the gallery plein air painters, current competitors and alumnae Plein Air Easton artists, to paint their variation of the photograph. No guidance, no rules, paint at will. This year’s show will be even more exciting than last years! The resulting 16 paintings show an incredible diversity of interpretation, style and vision. Some are quite realistic, some impressionistic, one a nocturne, one abstract, several have other features added.

The sixteen artists participating in the exercise are Olena Babak, Jill Basham, Beth Bathe, Zufar Bikbov, David Csont, David Diaz, Stephen Griffin, Stephen Haynes, Charlie Hunter, Len Mizerek, Elise Phillips, Crista Pisano, Cynthia Rosen, John Brandon Sills, Nancy Tankersley, and Mary Veiga. Each of these 16 artists has an individual style quite unlike the others.

In addition to the Variations exhibition, there will be a conversation with 2022 Grand Prize Winner Charlie Hunter about his work en plain air. The Trippe Gallery represents 24 artists who are current or alumna Plein Air Easton participants all year.

This is an exhibition not to be missed for its intriguing theme and variety of artistic styles! There will be an opening reception meet and greet with the artists from 5-8pm on July 14. During the reception, visitors will have an opportunity to vote for their favorite painting as well as test their knowledge of Plein Air Easton artists by matching the artist to the correct painting! The winner will receive a gift certificate to the gallery. The Trippe Gallery is located at 23 N Harrison St in the heart of historic Easton. For more information, please call 410-310-8727 or visit the website thetrippegallery.com.

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It’s Almost Time for Local Color 2023

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Leader Of The Pack by Carol McClees

Mark your calendar!!! This year’s dates for the popular Local Color Art Show and Sale AND Free Demonstrations are July 20 through July 23.  Working Artists Forum (WAF), with the patronage and support of Plein Air Easton (PAE) Competition and Arts Festival, is pleased to sponsor this well-known annual art exhibit during Plein Air Easton.   The public is invited to this free art show, opening reception and demonstrations.

The artists in this year’s show are Sandy Alanko, Jane Anderson, Leah Bell, Carol Cowie, Freeman Dodsworth, Carol Frost, Nancy Galvin, Jill Glassman, Doris Glovier, Shirley Hales, Kathleen Harvey, Patti Lucas Hopkins, Betty Huang, Roberta Ingram, Barbara Kern-Bush, Kathy Kopec, Pat Lang, Maryellyn Lynott, Mary Ellen Mabe, Carol McClees, Deborah McFarlin, Michael McSorley, Carol Meers, Karen Merkin, Amanda Milliner, Diane DuBois Mullaly, Betty Papson, David Pelligrini, Chris Rapa, Diane Rappisi, Jose Ramirez, Jim Rehak,  Lesley Schless, Annie Singer, Georgette Toews, Walter Urbanek,  Ronald Walker, Barbara Watson, Maureen Wheatley, Deborah Wolfe, Lori Yates, Barbara Zuehlke.

The juror for the show was Zufar Bikbov, second-place winner of Plein Air Easton 2022, a full-time artist and art teacher since 2017, who teaches painting in the studio and online at www.russera.com.  His art can be seen at https://www.zufar.com. WAF was very pleased to have Zufar jury this year’s Local Color artists.

This year’s judge is Charlie Hunter, 2022 Grand Prize winner at Plein Air.  Hunter’s work examines the pressures of modern urban and suburban culture upon small-town and agricultural communities. His work is in multiple collections and museums and can be seen at https://www.hunter-studio.com

Judging will take place prior to the opening on July 20th.  The public is invited to attend the show and the opening ceremony and award presentation held at Christ Church, 111 S. Harrison St., Easton.  The doors will open at Noon on July 20th with the reception.

HOURS FOR ART SHOW & SALE:

  • Thursday July 20, 12 – 6 pm
  • Friday July 21, 10 – 6 pm
  • Saturday July 22, 10 – 6 pm
  • Sunday July 23, 12 – 4 pm

There will be FREE demonstrations throughout the weekend.  All demonstrations will take place at Christ Church on the 2nd floor.

The Free Painting Demonstration Schedule is:

Thursday – 7/20/23 – Charlie Hunter 1:00 – 3:00, Christ Church, PAE ‘22 Grand Prize winner

Thursday – 7/20/23 – Zufar Bikbov 3:30 – 5:30, Christ Church, Second Place PAE ’22 winner

Friday – 7/21/23 – Mick McAndrews 1:00 – 3:00, Christ Church, Third Place PAE ’22 winner

Friday – 7/21/23 – Neal Hughes 3:30 -5:30, Christ Church, Artist’s Choice PAE ’22 winner

For more information on Local Color and the Working Artists Forum, visit www.WorkingArtistsForum.com; and for PAE Information, visit  www.pleinaireaston.com

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Zoetrope, Watercolors by Katherine Binder, on View at Adkins Arboretum

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For Katherine Binder, art is a process that helps her understand the nature of the world around her. Stunning watercolors of birds of prey, rabbits and plants paired with human organs fill her show, Zoetrope (Wheel of Life/Life Turning), on view at Adkins Arboretum through Sept. 1. There will be a reception to meet the artist on Sat., July 15 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Binder’s art is deeply influenced by her practice as an acupuncturist and prosthetist and her interest in traditional Taoist medicine. As beautifully descriptive as natural history paintings and as inspiring as images in illuminated manuscripts and Tibetan Buddhist tangka paintings, each of Binder’s works offers a compelling narrative that explores the relationships between plants, birds, animals and the human body.

The show’s title, Zoetrope, comes from the Greek words zoe (life) and tropos (turning) and refers to a 19th-century optical toy in which slits in a spinning cylinder reveal a series of pictures painted on the inner surface, giving an impression of continuous motion. One of Binder’s paintings, also titled “Zoetrope,” shows a zoetrope with the life cycle of a dandelion flower painted on the inside.

“If it were animated, the viewer would be watching the dandelion grow, bloom, wither, die and grow again and again,” Binder explained.

There’s a curious magic in her paintings that stems from her extensive research into scientific illustrations and field studies, as well as myths and archetypes. With precision and flair, she deftly conjures the characteristics, interrelationships and life energy of each of her subjects, often highlighting them with gold paint to emphasize their sacred nature.

Katherine Binder, “Hawthorn Berry Heart,” watercolor, gold paint over graphite underdrawing on paper, 24″ x 18″ unframed.

In her work as an acupuncturist and prosthetist, as well as in her art, Binder draws on Taoist medicine’s complex system of correspondences between the human body and the natural world. The correspondences between plants and individual human organs are the subject of her “Yin Organs Herbal Series,” in which she links the shape and color of the human heart with the red berries of the hawthorn and the liver with reishi mushrooms growing on a tree stump.

Myths and fables also factor into Binder’s work. A snake may symbolize the life force or rebirth, while rabbits may call to mind good luck and intuition. Her art-making process, like her work as an acupuncturist, is based on channeling energy. Working in a meditative state, she allows ideas to flow through her onto the paper.

“I have powerful muses,” she said. “They are not the slight sweet ones that you see gently whispering into the ears of an artist. My muses are muscle-bound brutes who startle me awake, pull me out of bed, drag me down the stairs and seat me at my art table.”

During the year after her father’s passing, Binder was unable to paint. It was only when she learned that a Eurasian eagle-owl she knew from visiting the Central Park Zoo had escaped that her muses began to return. As she followed the bird’s story, she found herself painting him with a scrap of a broken tether still wrapped around one leg. From there, she began painting other raptors—screech owls, a barred owl, a red-tailed hawk and, finally, influenced by a recurring dream, a peregrine falcon flying free. With the gentle humor found throughout her work, she calls these paintings her “Rapture Series.”

Throughout this show, Binder invokes the visceral qualities of each organ, plant, bird or animal while setting them humming with symbolism and a sense of life cycles and interconnection.

“When I look at the body of work created for this exhibit,” Binder said, “I see my life—the griefs and joys that were the catalyst for each piece. The bitter sweetness of life is the zoetrope, the wheel of life. All of it, even the weeds, are precious, sacred and exquisite.”

This show is part of Adkins Arboretum’s ongoing exhibition series of work on natural themes by regional artists. It is on view through Sept. 1 at the Arboretum Visitor’s Center located at 12610 Eveland Road near Tuckahoe State Park in Ridgely. Contact the Arboretum at 410-634-2847, ext. 100 or [email protected] for gallery hours.

A 400-acre native garden and preserve, Adkins Arboretum provides exceptional experiences in nature to promote environmental stewardship.

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New Art Exhibit Showcases Regional African American Artists “Inner Interpretations”

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Heron Point of Chestertown, an Acts Retirement-Life Community in Chestertown, Maryland, is hosting an exciting art exhibition featuring regional African American artists. The exhibit “Inner Interpretations” will be on display at the retirement community from July 1 – August 31.

Meet the artists on Sunday, July 9 from 1-3 p.m. at Heron Point of Chestertown in a reception at 501 E. Campus Ave. Chestertown, MD 21620.  Works on display include various media such as oils, watercolors, prints and mixed media. The display is sponsored by the community’s Art Interest Group and Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

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Barbara Parker Performs on The Mainstay’s Outdoor Stage

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Barbara Parker

On Friday, July 21, The Mainstay in Rock Hall, Maryland welcomes one of its favorite local performers to its outdoor stage (weather permitting). Singer songwriter Barbara Parker, originally from Seattle and now a long-time resident of Kent County, has written songs, sung, and accompanied herself on guitar since she was a young girl. But for a number of years, she stepped back from music, deferring to her career in the advertising industry. An invitation to perform at a local Open Mic night about 10 years ago jumpstarted her return to performing. Since then, she has appeared solo and with musical backup at some of the Mid-Atlantic’s best-loved stages and listening rooms.

Parker’s original music comes from an understanding of her own and other’s emotions, and wistfulness for what lies beyond the horizon. Her stage presence summons memories of the grand folk dames of classic coffeehouses, and the giant female stars of old-time country such as Patsy Cline. But she is equally capable of assigning her signature voice to the iconic tunes of her favorite performers, including John Hyatt, Joni Mitchell, Bonnie Raitt, Carly Simon, and James Taylor. She will be accompanied on the program by Joe Holt on piano, Stu Gray on guitar, Sam Moore on percussion, and Elbert Hicks on bass guitar.

In addition to her music, she is also a highly regarded painter. Her work, typically embodying bold colors and patterns from the landscape of Chesapeake country, can be viewed in a number of local businesses frequently visited by the public.

Showtime for the live concert event is 8 pm. Tickets are $20 in advance of the show and can be purchased online at mainstayrockhall.org. Phone reservations are accepted by calling (410) 639-9133 (tickets reserved by phone are $25 when paid at the door). The Mainstay is located at 5753 N Main Street in Rock Hall, Maryland. Its regular calendar of local, regional, and nationally touring artists features a live performance every week of the year (February through December) in a variety of music genres.

The programs of the Mainstay are supported with funds from the Maryland State Arts Council and the Kent Cultural Alliance.

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Painting in the Moment

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Red Maple on Charles Street, oil, 12×12 by N. Thomas

On First Friday, July 7th, and throughout the month of July, The Artists’ Gallery in Chestertown will feature paintings in oil by Nancy R. Thomas in her new show, “Painting in the Moment.” Painting from life requires moment by moment decision making as the light is constantly changing. The artist has to commit at some point to the pattern of the shadows and what is important enough to include or be edited out. These decisions must be made in the heat of the moment, according to Thomas. It is the immediacy of plein air painting that she thoroughly enjoys! The show includes new work from recent Plein Air Festivals as well as studio paintings from life.

Nancy came to the Eastern Shore in 1994 from Alexandria, Virginia, where she pursued dual careers of dancing and painting for over two decades. Her painting classes were taken at The Torpedo Factory, The Corcoran School of Art, A Project Study Tour of Italy and Northern Virginia Community College, where she earned an Associate’s Degree in Fine Art in 1990. Thomas is a signature member of the Baltimore Watercolor Society and a member of Oil Painters of America and The Working Artists Forum. She has been a Partner in The Artists’ Gallery since 2010.

Thomas juried into the Working Artists’ Forum in 1996 where she held the position of President for three years (2006-2009.) Nancy has co-chaired and juried into the Local Color Show, held each year in conjunction with Plein Air Easton, for 17 years. She juried into Plein Air Easton in 2018. One of her exhibition pieces was purchased by The Avalon Foundation for a permanent collection featuring agricultural scenes on the Eastern Shore.

Thomas finds the light of the Eastern Shore to be captivating and enjoys capturing the waterways, dramatic skies, the farm fields and farmhouses on canvas. She paints with The Plein Air Painters of the Chesapeake Bay and is one of 28 artists juried into Paint Ellicott City 2023.

The public is invited to visit The Artists’ Gallery for an opening reception on First Friday, July 7th from 5 to 8 p.m. for light refreshments and to meet the artist. The Artists’ Gallery is located at 239 High Street in Chestertown and is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 12:30-4:30 p.m. For more information about The Artists’ Gallery and Nancy’s new show, please visit www.theartistsgalleryctown.com or call the gallery at 410-778-2425. For more information on the artist, Nancy’s website may be seen at www.nancyrthomas.com.

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Authors & Oysters: Jospeh Koper

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The Bookplate is continuing their Authors & Oysters event series at The Retriever Bar on Wednesday, July 5th at 6pm. All are invited to The Retriever to welcome author Joseph Koper as he discusses his book, The Isaiah Fountain Case.

Koper’s book is the first modern detailed account of the mostly-forgotten story that outraged Talbot County, Maryland a century ago. The Isaiah Fountain Case tells the story of a sensational rape case that convulsed Talbot County and made national headlines early in the 20th century. The story of Isaiah Fountain is told through court documents and hundreds of contemporaneous newspaper articles. Koper’s book documents dubious investigative and judicial actions and raises questions about Isaiah Fountain’s guilt and the Jim Crow legal system that convicted him.

“This rigorous account clearly shows that Isaiah Fountain suffered a fate he didn’t deserve.” -Kirkus Reviews

“The story of Isaiah Fountain is a must read, particularly for anyone seeking to learn more about America’s difficult past. This century-old story was new to me and I am grateful to Joe Koper for this magnificent book.” – Paul Brandus, Dow Jones/MarketWatch and USA Today columnist and White House correspondent, West Wing Reports

“A well-researched tragic story.” – John R. Wennersten, historian and professor emeritus of environmental history, University of Maryland-Eastern Shore

Joe Koper is a “come-here” to Talbot County, Maryland, where he retired with his wife, Jackie, following service in the U.S. Army and a career spent largely in human resources management.

A graduate of Gannon College and George Washington University, Koper has become fascinated with the long and rich history of the county and the Eastern Shore. The Isaiah Fountain Case is his first book.

For more event details contact The Bookplate at 410-778-4167 or [email protected]. This event is free and open to the public and reservations are not required. The next Authors & Oysters event is scheduled for 7/19 with author Gerald Sweeney. All events are held in the back room of The Retriever, located at 337 ½ High Street in Chestertown, Maryland. 

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Mid-Atlantic Symphony Ushers in its New Season “Exploring the Classical Landscape”

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The Mid-Atlantic Symphony is excited to announce that both single and season tickets for its highly anticipated upcoming concert season are now available for purchase. Classical music enthusiasts and fans of orchestral performances are invited to secure their seats in advance for a sensational series of concerts showcasing world-class musicians and captivating compositions.

With an unwavering commitment to artistic excellence, the Mid-Atlantic Symphony continues to captivate audiences with its performances and innovative programming. The 2023-2024 Masterworks season promises to be no exception, as the orchestra presents a diverse repertoire that combines beloved masterpieces with important contemporary works.

The season also includes the MSO Ensemble Series, featuring the exceptional talents of MSO musicians. Delve into the enchanting world of chamber music, where intimate performances and exquisite artistry create profound musical connections between the audience and MSO musicians.

From the stirring melodies of Beethoven to the rich harmonies of Tchaikovsky, this season offers a splendid array of classical treasures. The Mid-Atlantic Symphony, under the leadership of Grammy award-winning Music Director Michael Repper, will enchant listeners with a series of unforgettable performances held at venues throughout the Delmarva Peninsula.

An exciting addition to the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Season will be the reimagined Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition. This world class competition brings together exceptional young talent from around the world to showcase their mastery of the concerto repertoire. Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 24th, as the Todd Performing Arts Center in Wye Mills, MD, becomes the stage for this remarkable event. The Mid-Atlantic Symphony’s full orchestra will accompany the three finalists, providing an exciting backdrop for their awe-inspiring performances. The Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition represents a celebration of talent and the power of music to transcend borders. As the Mid-Atlantic Symphony proudly supports emerging musicians, this competition serves as a platform for them to shine on a grand stage alongside a world-class orchestra right here on the DelMarVa Peninsula

“The Mid-Atlantic Symphony is proud to present our upcoming season, a celebration of the beauty and power of live classical music performance,” said Jeffrey Parker, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Mid-Atlantic Symphony. “We invite music enthusiasts to join us on this remarkable journey as we bring together renowned musicians, extraordinary compositions, a new and unique Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition, and the incredible talent of our orchestra. By securing tickets, patrons will ensure an unforgettable musical experience.”

To purchase both single and season tickets, visit www.midatlanticsymphony.org or contact the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Box Office at 1-888-846-8600. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the Mid-Atlantic Symphony’s extraordinary season, an experience that promises to inspire, delight, and captivate audiences of all ages.

ABOUT THE MID-ATLANTIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is the only professional symphony orchestra serving southern Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore with a full season of programs. The MSO is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council; the Talbot County Arts Council; the Worcester County Arts Council; the Sussex County, DE Council; and the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, Inc.

PODCASTS

Podcasts for the season preview, for each concert, and for special MSO events are available on the MSO Website at midatlanticsymphony.org. Podcasts are posted on the site approximately 7 to 10 days before a concert or event.

MORE INFORMATION

For additional information about the 2023-2024 season, or to order tickets, please visit www.midatlanticsymphony.org. Tickets may be ordered by telephone at 888-846-8600.

A complete schedule of the 2023-2024 season’s Masterworks and Ensembles programs, venues, times, and other information is available at www.midatlanticsymphony.org.

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Studio B Art Gallery Celebrates Artists’ Participation During Plein Air Easton 2023

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Studio B Art Gallery is thrilled to announce that six of its exceptionally talented artists are participating in this year’s Plein Air Easton, July 14-23. With the festivities fast approaching, the gallery extends its best wishes to our participating artists as they prepare for the 2023 event.

The gallery would like to highlight the following accomplishments:

  • Master Jove Wang is the esteemed judge for Plein Air Easton 2023.

  • Five gallery artists were juried into this year’s competition: Hiu Lai Chong, Bernard Dellario, Qiang Huang, Charles Newman, and Daniel Robbins

“Oxford Dock” by Bernard Dellario 12″ x 12″ Oil

These artists have consistently demonstrated their exceptional talent, capturing the beauty of the world around them through their unique artistic perspectives. Plein Air Easton is a prestigious event that attracts artists from around the world, and the inclusion of these Studio B artists is a testament to their dedication and artistic prowess.

“We are thrilled to celebrate our artists as they prepare for Plein Air Easton,” Studio B Art Gallery owner Betty Huang said. “Their exceptional talent and dedication continue to elevate the reputation of Studio B as a premier destination for world-class art in downtown Easton, Maryland.”

Studio B will hold a special reception for Master Jove Wang on Friday, July 14, at Studio B Art Gallery from 5-8 p.m. The reception will be a celebration of Jove’s selection to be judge of Plein Air Easton 2023 and also serve as a welcome to artists participating in the upcoming “Master Jove Wang Plein Air Workshop.” The workshop is presented by Studio B and takes place in Easton on July 16-18 as competitors in Plein Air Easton are just starting to create their competition artwork.

“The reception is a great way for everybody to meet Jove before the competition kicks-off and our workshop is a wonderful opportunity to learn from a master artist at the top of his field,” Betty said.

“Coolingswood Street Fair” by Charles Newman 12″x16″ Oil

Visitors to Studio B Art Gallery are invited to experience the works of these artists and immerse themselves in the beauty of plein air paintings throughout July. The gallery will hold special hours and exhibits during Plein Air Easton 2023, including chances to meet some of the artists participating in the event.. Information will be posted online at www.studiobartgallery.com and on Facebook and Instagram @StudioBArtGallery in the days leading up to the event.

Studio B Art Gallery is located at 7 B Goldsborough Street in historic downtown Easton, Maryland. The gallery represents nationally and internationally known painters Hiu Lai Chong, Bernard Dellario, Ken DeWaard, Betty Huang, Qiang Huang, Charles Newman, Daniel Robbins, Master Jove Wang, and sculptor Rick Casali.

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It’s Time for Local Color

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Each year the Working Artists Forum (WAF), under the auspices of the annual Plein Air Easton (PAE) Competition and Arts Festival, sponsors the well-known annual art exhibit and sale Local Color during Plein Air Easton.

This year’s dates for this beautiful, well-attended show are July 20 through July 23, 2023, when participating artists will be offering their original two-dimensional art for sale.

Painting by Carol McClees

Zufar Bikbov, juror, was the second-place winner of Plein Air Easton 2022. He became a full-time artist and art teacher in 2017, and teaches painting in the studio and online at www.russera.com.  His art can be seen at https://www.zufar.com. WAF was very pleased to have Zufar jury this year’s Local Color artists.

The artists, who are either members of WAF or reside in the Delmarva area, in this year’s show are Sandy Alanko, Jane Anderson, Leah Bell, Carol Cowie, Freeman Dodsworth, Carol Frost, Nancy Galvin, Jill Glassman, Shirley Hales, Kathleen Harvey, Patti Lucas Hopkins, Betty Huang, Roberta Ingram, Barbara Kern-Bush, Kathy Kopec, Pat Lang, Mary Ellen Lynott, Mary Ellen Mabe, Carol McClees, Deborah McFarlin, Michael McSorley, Carol Meers, Karen Merkin, Amanda Milliner,  Diane DuBois Mullaly, Betty Papson, David Pelligrini, Chris Rapa, Diane Rappisi, Anne Reder,  Jose Ramirez, Jim Rehak,  Lesley Schless, Annie Singer, Georgette Toews, Walter Urbanek,  Ronald Walker, Barbara Watson, Maureen Wheatley, Deborah Wolfe, Lori Yates, Barbara Zuehlke.

Judging will take place prior to the opening on July 20th.  The judge for this year’s Local Color show is Charlie Hunter, 2022 Grand Prize winner at Plein Air.  Hunter’s work examines the pressures of modern urban and suburban culture upon small-town and agricultural communities. His work is in multiple collections and museums and can be seen at https://www.hunter-studio.com

The public is invited to attend the show and the opening ceremony and award presentation held at Christ Church, 111 S. Harrison St., Easton.  The doors open at Noon on July 20th.  There will be FREE demonstrations throughout the weekend.

HOURS FOR ART SHOW & SALE:

  • Thursday July 20, 12 – 6 pm
  • Friday July 21, 10 – 6 pm
  • Saturday July 22, 10 – 6 pm
  • Sunday July 23, 12 – 4 pm

Free Painting Demonstration Schedule

The Working Artists Forum is again offering four, free to the public, painting demonstrations during their annual Local Color Art Show & Sale.

All demonstrations will take place at Christ Church, 2nd floor:

Thursday – 7/20/23 – Charlie Hunter 1:00 – 3:00, Christ Church, PAE ‘22 Grand Prize winner

Thursday – 7/20/23 – Zufar Bikbov 3:30 – 5:30, Christ Church, Second Place PAE ’22 winner

Friday – 7/21/23 – Mick McAndrews 1:00 – 3:00, Christ Church, Third Place PAE ’22 winner

Friday – 7/21/23 – Neal Hughes 3:30 -5:30, Christ Church, Artist’s Choice PAE ’22 winner

For more information on Local Color and the Working Artists Forum, visit www.WorkingArtistsForum.com; and for PAE Information, visit  www.pleinaireaston.com

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