Upcoming Shows

  • Copley Society of Art, Small Works Show A-Z, ongoing, 158 Newbury St., Boston, MA
  • OKW Fine Clothing and Gallery, USEA group show, Feb. 19th-Apr. 7th, 631 Tremont St., Boston, MA
  • Boston Public Library, South End Branch, solo show, month of April 2010, Boston, MA
  • Maresella Galleries, Spring Exhibition, group show, Opening reception: Apr. 9th, 2010, Cazenovia, NY
  • Salon International 2010, Juried International Show, April 10-April 30th, 2010, Greenhouse Gallery, San Antonio, TX
  • Copley Society of Art, Fresh Paint 2010, Sat., May 8th, 158 Newbury St., Boston, MA
  • J.P. Licks, solo show, month of June 2010, Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Addison Art Gallery, The Intrigue of Still Lifes group show, Opening Reception: Sat., July 10th, Orleans, MA
  • Addison Art Gallery, Copley Artists at Addison, Opening reception: Sat., Aug. 14th, Orleans, MA
  • Addison Art Gallery, Holiday Collector’s Show, Dec. 2010 TBD, Orleans, MA
  • 14th Annual Boston International Fine Arts Show, Nov. 18th-21st., 539 Tremont St., Boston, MA
  • Francesca Anderson Fine Art/Portraits North, 27th annual Almost Miniatures Show, Dec.-Jan. 2011, 56 Adams St., Lexington, MA

 

 

Bio

I've always been drawn to detail and it's been the realist painters who have been the source of my inspiration, from the Dutch Masters to contemporary realist painters such as Stone Roberts, Scott Pryor, Scott Fraser, and Gregory Gillespie. Though I prefer not to label myself a Still Life painter still lives figure predominantly in my work.

Self Portrait

I work from a studio in my house selecting objects of personal interest. I try to create a narrative from the chosen objects that will elevate and give new meaning to their ordinariness. Symbolism plays strongly in my work. My paintings are the result of combining photographic references, direct observation, and imagination. I strive to create a sense of mystery or humor from seemingly disparate objects. Inanimate objects take on an anthropomorphic quality. I like to create tension with precariously balanced objects suggesting the potential for motion or change. Often their is an implicit smirk or wink I'm trying to convey to my audience.

I was raised in the Adirondacks of Upstate New York where my family helped nurture a keen appreciation for nature. As a child, drawing seemed as natural and necessary as breathing. Hopefully I will continue to do both for a long time to come.

I studied under Robert Sullins and received my B.A. in studio art from S.U.N.Y. at Oswego. In December 2007 I was invited to become a member of the Addison Art Gallery in Orleans, MA. I've been a member of The Copley Society of art since the fall of 2004 and received my Copley Artist designation in May 2006. I'm also a member of Oil Painters of America (2008), The Cape Cod Art Association, The United South End Artists, and an associate member of The Guild of Boston Artists. I've participated in the Jamaica Plain Artist's Association since 2004.

 

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Education

1978 B.A. Studio Art S.U.N.Y. at Oswego, New York.

Professional Affiliations

Addison Art Gallery, Orleans, MA
The Guild of Boston Artists, Boston, MA
Oil Painters of America
Cape Cod Art Association, Barnstable, MA
Copley Society of Art, Boston, MA
United South End Artists, Boston, MA
Maresella Galleries, Cazenovia, NY.
Jamaica Plain Artist Association, Jamaica Plain, MA
International Guild of Realism

Solo Exhibitions

2010 Boston Public Library, Month of April, Boston, MA J.P. Licks Gallery, Month of June, Jamaica Plain, MA

2009 Dover Public Library, Month of Aril, Dover, MA

2008 Newton Free Library, Newton, MA

2007 Ameriprise gallery-opening reception for South End Open Studios, Boston, MA
Jame's Gate, Jamaica Plain, MA
Bentley College- the Vitale, Caturano & Company Art Gallery, Waltham, MA

2006 Francesca's gallery/cafe- 564 Tremont St., Boston, MA
Ameriprise gallery- opening reception for South End Open Studios, Boston, MA

2005 Ameriprise gallery- opening reception for South End Open Studios, Boston, MA
J.P. Licks Gallery- J.P. Centre/South Main Streets, First Thursdays, J.P., MA

Awards/Articles

2009 Artists' Magazine 27th Annual Art Competition Finalist, Wildlife category Upstream People Gallery International Art Competition - 5 Special Recognition Awards
2008 Published work in American Art Collector Magazine
2007 Artist of the Month for June- American Artist Magazine website
Jamaica Plain Gazette
2006 Copley Society of art: awarded Copley Artist (C.A.) designation
Mass. Audubon Society, Outrage: Juried Exhibition-Best in Show

Juried Exhibitions

2010 Salon International 2010, San Antonio, TX

2009 Oil Painters of America Eastern Regional Show, Jacksonville, FL Copley Society of art, Patron's Choice Show, Boston, MA Laumeister Fine Art Competition, Bennington Center For the Arts, Bennington, VT Upstream People Gallery, Online International Competition, Omaha, NE

2008 Oil Painters of America: Eastern Regional Exhibition, Nashville, TN
Copley Society of art: Summer Members' Show: Quench, Boston, MA
Cambridge Art Association: Northeast Prize Show, Cambridge, MA

2007 Copley Society of art: Fall Members' Show: Equinox, Boston, MA
The Guild of Boston Artists: First Annual Juried Show, Boston, MA
Copley Society of art: Copley Edge, St. Botolph Club, Boston, MA
Arsenal Center for the Arts, Outside/Inside, Watertown, MA
Copley Society of art: Patron's Choice Show: Encounter New England

2006 Copley Society of art: Members' summer Juried Show, Prime Time, Boston, MA
Harvard Club Invitational Exhibition: Emerging Visions, Boston, MA
Ethos Juried Show: Portraits of Aging in the Community, Roslindale, MA
Copley Society of art, Patron's Choice Show: On the Waterfront, Boston, MA
Mass. Audubon Society, Outrage Art Exhibit, Acton, MA

2005 Copley Society of art: New Members' Show
Copley Society of art: Spring Members' Show: A Juried Exhibition
Copley Society of art: Fall Members' Show: A Juried Exhibition
Trinity Inspires: A Juried Art Exhibition and Auction, Trinity Church, Boston, MA

2004 Jamaica Plain Open Studios Juried Show, Forsyth Chapel, Jamaica Plain, MA

2003 Jamaica Plain Open Studios Juried Show, Forsyth Chapel, Jamaica Plain, MA