In the Gallery

Art has always been a source of enjoyment for me, whether using it to express my emotions, record a specific moment or scene, focus a thought, or just to pass the time. I receive much satisfaction from starting with a blank paper and ending with a pleasing combination of color and form.

I like to work in several mediums, but colored pencil is my favorite. It can mimic the look of other mediums while retaining the control a pencil affords. I use primarily Prismacolor pencils. They are wax based with rich, vibrant colors that blend and layer well, allowing for smooth, even coverage.

I consider the majority of my work ‘paintings’ rather than ‘drawings’. These pieces have no visible paper and are thoroughly saturated with color. This is a slow process of building up layer after layer of different colors to achieve character and dimension. My subject matter varies, but most of my pieces are still lifes or portraiture. Two pieces, ‘Grandma’s Silver’ and ‘Dreaming’ have been published in two colored pencil periodicals.

I am a self-taught artist, and although I have created pieces of art for most of my life, the thought of showing and selling my work is relatively new. My friends and family have been very supportive and encouraging as I’ve ventured into this new territory.

Gallery hours are from 10am to 6pm Monday through Friday and 10am to 4pm Saturday. Free and open to the public!

Gallery Lounge is open the 1st & 3rd Friday of every month from 5-8pm for art, live music, wine, beer, charcuteries, and uncorked conversations!

View the 2017 Gallery Schedule here.

Coming Up

Kent Kelly - Swimming Pool Series

October 2-31, 2017

Reception: October 8 | 1-3pm

Mezzanine Gallery

A second gallery located upstairs of the Art Center features larger artwork for sale and from our Private Collection.

Currently on Display

Large Artwork for Sale by:

Douglas Rutzen

Cecile Houel

Tim Laffey

Jill Kramer

Full Bloom: Pieces from our Private Collection

Mini Gallery

A small space between the Artists Market and Gallery.

featuring Don Weiss - Photography