While we may often think of art as a means to convey our message to the viewer, as artists, we are also looking within ourselves to find that expression, emotion, joy, or pain that emerges onto our chosen canvases, or through our lenses. Salem Arts Association asked their artist members to take a deep dive within, and to really explore their own inner world. They asked them to let the art tell their stories, perhaps even betray their secrets, and let go of those things they’ve pushed down and held on to so tightly. Art should be cathartic.
I was pleased when my painting, Musing, was juried into the exhibit. Musing is painted in black acrylic paint on white illustration board and framed to 11″ x 14″. It is done in the Op Art style of Bridget Riley whose work I admired while growing up and forming my own style. The undulating lines, intersecting, streaming, remind me of the winding places my thoughts go when I am pondering.
The Opening reception on Friday, June 28, 2024 is free and open to the public. Come and enjoy the rooms full of original artwork in the galleries of our wonderful antique headquarters. While you are there, do not forget to visit the wonderful Gallery Shop on the first floor to treasure hunt through the multitude of exquisite one of a kind art made by the members of Salem Arts Association. My matted prints are in the bins for you to find, as well as my smaller paintings and children’s coloring book about Salem, MA — Salem: Which City? You will also find work by many other artists: jewelry, blown glass, ceramics, textiles, photos, paintings, drawings, etc.
- Reception: Friday, June 28, 2024, 6:00-8:00 PM
- Exhibition Dates: June 29 – July 27, 2024
Open Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Salem Arts Association Galleries, 159 Derby Street, Salem MA 01970
Contact gallery@salemarts.org with questions.
- Reception: Friday, June 28, 2024, 6:00-8:00 PM
- Exhibition Dates: June 29 – July 27, 2024
Open Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Salem Arts Association Galleries, 159 Derby Street, Salem MA 01970
Contact gallery@salemarts.org with questions.