Join us o Saturday, Oct. 1 for the opening of our 8th Annual Exhibit of Original Watercolor Paintings created by members of The Watercolor Artists of Oyster Bay.
The opening reception and award celebration will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at The Haybarn -Planting Fields Arboretum (1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay).
The exhibit runs from Oct. 1 through Nov. 15 and is free and open to visitors daily,
The exhibit is curated by Roberta Erlagen, Artist and Instructor.
“I am so very proud of the artists who continue to grow and explore the medium of watercolor in a wide variety of styles, Erlagen said. “This year, for the first time, our group mounted an exhibit and silent auction of Sunflower paintings, the national symbol of Ukraine. The artists donated their framed paintings and prints to be auctioned. These beautiful images are also available for purchase online. The money raised was donated to benefit the people of Ukraine who are suffering so.”
This year, the exhibit will be judged by Howard Rose, a popular and recognized artist, author and teacher. Rose has given several workshops to the class and has provided his vast knowledge and experience in composition and color to the group. His expertise is nationally recognized and respected.
The reception includes awarding of prizes, light refreshments, wine and musical performance by “Elemental Quartet: Original artwork and giclee prints and cards will be available for purchase. In addition, an original, hand-made Sunflower quilt created by Pat Siciliano, one of our artists, will be raffled. Proceed will go to our Ukraine Fundraising program.
Why not spend a lovely afternoon strolling through the lush Plant Fields Arboretum grounds and Greenhouses and visit the exhibit at the Haybarn? Parking fees are waived with an invitation and there is no cost to attend the Exhibit and Reception.
Many thanks to Vincent Simeone, Executive Director of Planting Fields for his generosity and time in making this event possible.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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