Each month, the library offers a new art exhibit for patrons to browse, in our hallway and on the east and west walls of our Meeting Room. Drop in any time during opening hours to see the work of artists in our community. If you are a local artist wishing to exhibit, please see the guidelines below:
This Month in the Gallery:
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Maura Gianakos and Nicholas Carlino
Showing in the Library’s Meeting Room from January 2nd – 31st
Nichols’s Carlino will be exhibiting with Maura Gianakos. The exhibit is titled “A duo Exhibit, A little bit of everything.” The medium used is oils and the works depict landscapes, still lifes and a few paintings in the style of famous painters such as Crane, Wyeth and Hopper. Nicholas’s exhibit will include his “ tribute series” to a few master painters. Maura’s will Include her splendid still life large paintings. The exhibit includes “A little bit of everything .”
Maura is a dedicated and passionate artist with a distinctive flair for working in oils and watercolors, although she holds a special preference for oils. A graduate of Paier College of Art, Maura’s journey into the world of painting began over 20 years ago as a hobby. Over the years, this hobby has blossomed into a profound element of her life.
Maura’s artistic focus lies primarily in still lifes and florals, where she captures the delicate beauty and intricate details of her subjects with a keen and sensitive eye. Each piece she creates is a testament to her love for the natural world and her ability to convey its essence through her chosen mediums. In addition to her work as an artist, Maura also has a successful career in graphic design, where she has been recognized with numerous awards. This dual expertise allows her to bring a unique blend of precision, creativity, and aesthetic sensibility to both her graphic design projects and her canvas.
Art has always been more than just a profession for Maura; it is a true passion that fuels her soul and provides an avenue for self-expression. As Picasso once said, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” Her paintings are characterized by their rich tones, careful composition, and the emotional resonance they evoke. Through her work, Maura invites viewers to see the world through her eyes and to appreciate the subtleties and beauty in everyday life. All paintings are for sale. Contact Maura at maurag1126@gmail.com for pricing and more information.
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The Country School
Showing January 2nd-31st in the Hallway Gallery
K-Grade 8 students worked with a broad range of materials, ranging from graphite, markers, soft pastels, acrylics, inks, collage, watercolor, and more to create a diverse selection of artwork. Along with considering various media, students explored a variety of artists to inspire this art.
The Country School is an independent day school serving Preschool through Grade 8. It is located in Madison, CT. It offers a comprehensive visual arts program with students completing extensive 2D and 3D artwork during their time at the school.
Artist wishing to exhibit?
Artists interested in exhibiting their work are invited to submit a proposal. Prior to scheduling a show, we also ask exhibitors to sign a hold harmless and to submit some additional details about the exhibit so that we can post the information on our website. Priority will be given to local and Connecticut artists and we request that all exhibits be appropriate for family viewing.
Exhibitor checklist:
- Submit proposal
- After a librarian confirms your exhibit date, upload a brief description of your exhibit and a representative photo. Please use jpg, gif, png, or webp formats and do not exceed 1MB in file size for your image.
- Download and sign the hold harmless. We must be in possession of both the exhibit description and the hold harmless before your exhibit begins. The hold harmless may be uploaded if you can scan the signed copy; otherwise you can drop it off at the reference desk in advance of your exhibit.