Art in the County
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Artist Spotlight Judy Kent is a self-taught landscape painter and nature photographer, inspired by the beauty of this earth, in particular, the diversity of flora, fauna and landscape in the County. She began painting in 2002 as an activity to engage her mother, Dorothy, who had been a painter, but was suffering from dementia. Judy has continued painting, primarily landscape in a variety of media. She is also an accomplished nature photographer. A founding member of Arts ...on Main Gallery, Judy has had two solo exhibitions at Portabella Bistro, guest artist at The Local Store, Merrill Inn, Waupoos Winery, and Gallery 121 in Belleville. She is a regular participant in The County Collection. Arabesque, Acrylic, 24" x 18" View the work online only until July 4th at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts

Artist Spotlight Judy Kent is a self-taught landscape painter and nature photographer, inspired by the beauty of this earth, in particular, the diversity of flora, fauna and landscape in the County. She began painting in 2002 as an activity to engage her mother, Dorothy, who had been a painter, but was suffering from dementia. Judy has continued painting, primarily landscape in a variety of media. She is also an accomplished nature photographer. A founding member of Arts ...on Main Gallery, Judy has had two solo exhibitions at Portabella Bistro, guest artist at The Local Store, Merrill Inn, Waupoos Winery, and Gallery 121 in Belleville. She is a regular participant in The County Collection. Arabesque, Acrylic, 24" x 18" View the work online only until July 4th at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts

Artist Spotlight J. Douglas Thompson paints in acrylic depicting the atmospheric effects of light and water in all its forms and how they affect the broader landscape. His paintings are also personal metaphoric expressions of light filled hope in juxtaposition to the sometimes dark challenges of life. Doug has exhibited at Art Expo, New York, TIAF (Toronto International Art Fair), CBC Building- Toronto, and with many galleries representing his work. ... Still Waters, Red, Opus 1, Acrylic on gallery depth canvas, 40" x 40" View the work online only until July 4th at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts

Artist Spotlight J. Douglas Thompson paints in acrylic depicting the atmospheric effects of light and water in all its forms and how they affect the broader landscape. His paintings are also personal metaphoric expressions of light filled hope in juxtaposition to the sometimes dark challenges of life. Doug has exhibited at Art Expo, New York, TIAF (Toronto International Art Fair), CBC Building- Toronto, and with many galleries representing his work. ... Still Waters, Red, Opus 1, Acrylic on gallery depth canvas, 40" x 40" View the work online only until July 4th at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts

Artist Spotlight Joanna McFarland's non-objective work is inspired and informed by music, especially Jazz, Blues, and classical guitar. She takes liberties with her paint and is free in her choice of colour, shape, and form in response to sound. Following in the footsteps of 20th Century abstract expressionists, Joanna feels an affinity with contemporary non-objective painters such as Kazuo Shiraga, Saburo Murakami, and Lila Lewis Irving. Black and Blue, Acrylic with resi...n on birch panel, 40 x 30 View the work online only until July 4th at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts

Artist Spotlight Joanna McFarland's non-objective work is inspired and informed by music, especially Jazz, Blues, and classical guitar. She takes liberties with her paint and is free in her choice of colour, shape, and form in response to sound. Following in the footsteps of 20th Century abstract expressionists, Joanna feels an affinity with contemporary non-objective painters such as Kazuo Shiraga, Saburo Murakami, and Lila Lewis Irving. Black and Blue, Acrylic with resi...n on birch panel, 40 x 30 View the work online only until July 4th at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts

The 28th Annual Art in the County closes on July 4. This is your last chance to see the largest collection of work by Prince Edward County artists. This year’s jurors selected 98 works of art by 63 artists. A wide range of media is featured, including watercolour, pastels, oil, acrylic, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fibre art, wood, ceramics and more. Online only at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts ... @visitthecounty @pecchamber @experiencepicton

The 28th Annual Art in the County closes on July 4. This is your last chance to see the largest collection of work by Prince Edward County artists. This year’s jurors selected 98 works of art by 63 artists. A wide range of media is featured, including watercolour, pastels, oil, acrylic, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fibre art, wood, ceramics and more. Online only at www.artinthecounty.com/exhibition. #countyarts ... @visitthecounty @pecchamber @experiencepicton

This oil painting, titled Evening Walk, is by Mia Lane Art. Mia graduated from Sheridan College in Graphic Design-Illustration and then worked as a graphic designer for a conservation organization. She has been a full time fine artist since 1984. Mia's art work has raised funds for numerous charities, particularly conservation groups such as DU and the OFAH; her work was included in an exhibition of Canadian art in Japan in conjunction with the opening of the new Canadian Co...nsulate; and her work has been featured on Canadian Postage stamps and Provincial conservation stamps. With a flair for story telling, humour and imagination, Mia creates imagery rich in symbolism and metaphors. Evening Walk is available for purchase. See 100 works by 76 County artists during the online exhibition until July 31st at www.artinthecounty.com. #CountyArts #VisitPEC #CanadianArt

This oil on canvas piece, titled Softly Pink, is by Penelope Patrick. Having been painting for a decade, Penelope has learned from wonderful teachers, inspiring artists and very talented models. She began working with chalk pastels creating life drawings then moved to painting with oils and now acrylics, sometimes incorporating charcoal. It is important that her paintings reflect how she feels about the subject matter and that people connect in a personal way with the paintin...g. Softly Pink is available for purchase. See 100 works by 76 County artists during the online exhibition until July 31st at www.artinthecounty.com. #CountyArts #VisitPEC #CanadianArt

This oil on canvas painting, titled Black River Willows, is by Daniel Fobert. Daniel is a Graphic Designer, an alumni of Sheridan College Oakville, and former owner of a Display Graphics Company that produced gallery graphics and screen printing for clients that included ROM, AGO, and Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art. Today, he is retired and living in PEC pursuing his interests in oil painting, life drawing and photography. Daniel’sexhibitions include numerous group shows in T...oronto and Belleville. His self-portrait appeared on the cover of the 2019-20 winter edition of Quinte Arts Council’s Umbrella Magazine. His work is held in private collections in Canada and the US. See 100 works by 76 County artists during the online exhibition until July 31st at www.artinthecounty.com. #CountyArts #VisitPEC #CanadianArt

This oil and cold wax painting, titled Walk with Me, is by Barb Högenauer. Barb attempts to interpret the natural world through her paintings, creating work that evokes an emotional impact. She primarily uses acrylic paints, but also works with oil and cold wax medium. Barb’s formal education includes a Bachelor of Art degree from York University. Her painting knowledge is derived from a combination of formal training, attending workshops with noted artists, extensive self-gu...ided study, regular studio work and interaction with other artists. Her work has been shown in juried shows throughout Ontario. Walk with Me is available for purchase. See 100 works by 76 County artists during the online exhibition until July 31st at www.artinthecounty.com. #CountyArts #VisitPEC #CanadianArt Prince Edward 's County Studio

This mixed media piece, titled Hidden Gems, is by Renee Hiltz. Renee has developed her artistic skills over many years using various media and diverse styles. Employing vibrant colours and shapes, Hiltz interprets the human form and landscape in unique ways continuing to evolve as an abstract artist. Since moving to Prince Edward County, Hiltz has also created paintings inspired by local nature and the surrounding landscape. Her work has been exhibited in group and juried sho...ws across Ontario. Hidden Gems is available for purchase. See 100 works by 76 County artists during the online exhibition until July 31st at www.artinthecounty.com. #CountyArts #VisitPEC #CanadianArt