Marc Duquette had a drawing chosen as a finalist in the 2016 Art Renewal Center International Salon. This is the most prestigious realist art competition in the Americas. There were over 3,000 entries by 1,300+ artists. “I am honored to have my work recognized next to some of the best in the business.” Awards and prizes will be announced in November. For more information on the ARC go to artrenewal.org.
Straw Hat Springville Center for the ArtsApril 18-June 2 Reception: Saturday, May 5th, 5:30-8:30 pm.37 North Buffalo St., Springville716.592.9038http://springvillearts.orgmerlinocreations.biz716.870.5543
Kathleen McDonnell’s pastel painting, “Peace” was accepted for the Pastel Painters of Maine’s 12th International Juried Exhibition, “Pastels Only” to be held at Heartwood College of Art, Kennebunk, Maine from June 17 to July 16, 2011. The opening reception is June 17th from 5-7 PM. Kathleen was also selected to exhibit in the “Pastels by Invitation, A Significant Exhibition of Exceptional Artwork . The Exhibition will be held at the Creative Arts Center in Chatham, MA on August 1st to September 2nd. The opening reception is on Saturday, August 6th from 6-8 PM. www.pastelsbyinvitation.com
Paula Sćiuk is working with the Burchfield Penney on a four part series: Reworking Sense to premier in April.
Marc Duquette’s, “Letting Go”, accepted into Chicago exhibition – Quest for the Modern Figure.
Gary L. Wolfe’s painting selected for Gallerium Art Exhibitions “Emotions 2021”.
Gerald Mead will receive the Arts Services Initiative (ASI) of Western New York’s “Unsung Hero Award” at its second annual Spark Cultural Awards celebration on May 20 at the Hotel @ the Lafayette. http://www.asiwny.org/cultural-awards/ The award recognizes Mead for his contributions to the cultural community of Western New York for almost 30 years, including his 18-year tenure as a former curator at the Burchfield Penney Art Center. ASI promotes the cultural sector’s vital role in economic development and the community through capacity building, collaboration, and advocacy. The Spark Awards honor and celebrate “those who ignite arts and culture.”
