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Farmington Valley Arts Center News - March 12, 2024

Arts and Entertainment

March 14, 2024

From: Farmington Valley Arts Center

Explore unique designs and outstanding craftsmanship of local artists and artisans

Fresh Picks: Missing Green?
Embrace the upcoming spring's essence with art and accessories in green hues.

Featured artists: Lois Matson (crossbody bag), Marsha Lodge (clutch), Monica Hewryk (clock), Barbara Hocker (card), Pia Sjolin (scarf), Charlene Li (platter), Heather Torre (earrings)

NEW in the Gallery

Step into spring with Grace Epstein's delightful ceramic collection, adorned with whimsical daisies, now blooming in the gallery.

Amy Casazza's newest collection of endearing animal portraits radiate warmth and joy, sure to delight animal lovers everywhere.

Current Exhibits
On View until March 30th

The Mad Hatters
Tea Party
3rd annual FVAC Ceramics Exhibition

Weaving Narratives
Lois Matson, Marsha Lodge, Patricia Jones

Both exhibitions are free and open to the public and on view until March 30th, during our regular business hours:

Monday through Friday, 10 AM - 4 PM and Saturday, 12 - 4 PM

Meet our Artists/Instructors

Melissa Meredith is a professional printmaker/painter with a studio at the Farmington Valley Art Center in Avon, CT. She is represented in both private and corporate collections. (Studio 7B)

Sue Berg is a builder of functional and fine art objects using reclaimed wood. Fascinated by buildings and historic mechanical, wooden structures of all kinds, her work is architectural in nature. (Studio 6A)

Sharon Dvora believes that creativity is inherently accessible to each of us. She has 20 years of experience as an art educator, sharing her passion for creativity, art, and design with students of all ages. (Studio 10B)

Our guest artist - Phoebe Katzin has been designing and constructing costumes for modern dance companies for 30 years. She started doing stained glass work about 12 years ago to keep her creative thoughts going, just not at her sewing machine.

DREZNER GALLERY CALL FOR ARTISTS!

Lost & Found

OPEN CALL!

Artists are invited to submit work that tells a story about something lost, found, forgotten or remembered; items, ideas, memories, opportunities ... Interpretations of the theme may be created in any medium, and found object assemblage/collage pieces are encouraged.

Details and submission form HERE 

Enjoy an evening of art-making in a fun and engaging way surrounded by the creative environment of Fisher Gift Gallery!

Vivid Vistas: Mixed Media Explorations with Deborah Velasquez
Friday, May 3, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Food as Art: A Clean Food Cooking Class with Terry Walters
Friday, May 10, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Birds of Spring: Painting on Wood with Amy Casazza
Friday, June 7, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Bee in a Blossom: Watercolor Workshop with Julie Phillipps
Friday, June 14, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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