Art-focused tours and special events
by galleries in the city of Newburyport, Massachusetts
* Bridge Gallery,
113 Merrimac Street
The Bridge Gallery will host members of the C Flat Recorder Ensemble who will play Renaissance and other music during the ArtWalk.
The current highlighted shows are: "Boats, Boats, Boats" and "Frank Winters: Digital Photography". In addition, the gallery features a variety of work in watercolor, oil, pastel and acrylic by member artists.
* Chameleon
18 Liberty Street - www.chameleonarts.com
be featuring new paintings by Donna Baldassari and new sculpture by Lindley Briggs. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Saturday, August 23rd, from 5-7p.m. In conjunction with Chameleon's Artwalk, visit the Grog at 13 Middle Street to see work by Key West artist Scott Gruppe…an exciting artist with Newburyport connections.
* Child At Heart Gallery
48 Inn Street
www.ChildAtHeartArtGallery.com
* The Churchill Gallery
6 Inn Street - www.thechurchillgallery.com
The Churchill Gallery features Juxtapositions, an exhibition of vibrant new works in multi-media by Krista Harris and Jeanie Tomanek. New works by all artists. Gallery Reception Saturday from 3:00-7:00 PM. 6 Inn Street.
www.thechurchillgallery.com or T.
978-462-9891.
* Connor Summers Gallery
48 Market Street - www.connorsummers.com
A collection of fine art by contemporary and listed artists housed in an 1812 Federalist building. Museum quality framing services available on premises. * Ferry Wharf Gallery & Artist's Studio
. Pleas call 978-462-9196 for more information
1R Water Street www.ferrywharf.com
In Concert with the August 23rd Art Walk theme of Art & Music, Ferry Wharf Gallery will feature Art with a Musical Theme. Ferry Wharf Gallery presents The Art of Music With Paul The gallery is dedicated to the principle that observing the creative process enhances the experience, visitors are invited to watch painters as they work and teach, as well as enjoy an exceptional display of original paintings, etchings, giclees and prints. * Indigo Art Studio
Neverette, artist and John Tavano, artist and classical guitarist from 4 to 7 pm.
Ferry Wharf Gallery is located at 1R Water St. in Newburyport and is open daily 12-5 except Tuesdays. Tel# 978-462-2740,
53 Middle Street, Newburyport
www.indigostudio.com
Indigo Artist Studio presents guest artist, Melynn Allen, for the August 23rd ArtWalk. Melynn will exhibit her fine tuned functional clay works. Also on exhibit are a selection of paintings and monotypes by studio artists, Mary Arthur Pollak and Lillian
Coolidge. Available too are original art cards, small works, and giclee prints.We hope that you will join us at 53 Middle St. anytime from 11am-7pm to enjoy a noteworthy array of art and pottery accompanied by really jazzy snacks, wine and music.
Indigo Artist Studio is a working studio for artists, Mary Arthur Pollak and Lillian M. Cololidge. The studio features monotypes, mixed media, and oils and is open for Newburyport ArtWalks and by appointment or by chance. In addition to works in progress, a monotype press, and visiting the artists, the studio is an eclectic mix of style including tin ceilings and strange angles. We welcome guests at any time and are usually available with a phone call if we are not working at the studio
* Firehouse Center
Market Square - www.firehouse.org
For more info, call (978) 462-7336
Reception for the Artist will be held during the ArtWalk. Recorded
Jazz music will provide the background.
Cover Art - 'Summer Day Newburyport', by Stephen LaPierre
* Lepore Fine Arts
58 Merrimac Street - www.leporefinearts.com
American and European paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries in a gallery overlooking Newburyport’s historic waterfront.
Feature;
SAMUEL ISHAM
American (1855 – 1914)
Samuel Isham wore many hats as art historian, critic, lawyer, artist and author. His book, A History of American Paintings, was one of the first major histories of American art. First published in 1905, the work, referenced by students and scholars alike, offered an interesting, straightforward and intellectual account of the subject.
“The Philosopher’s Walk,” most likely executed in the 1880’s in
* Newburyport Art Association 65 Water St - www.newburyportart.org
The Newburyport Art Association presents "The Fall Members' Juried Show" - Part I, August 22nd to September 14th in NAA's Sargent and Hartson Galleries. The media on exhibit will include: Traditional and Digital Photography, Sculpture, Printmaking, Fine Crafts and Mixed Media. All of the artwork is for sale. Lynda Hartigan, Chief Curator of the Peabody Essex Museum in Peabody, MA, is the juror for this show. Awards will be presented at an opening reception, Saturday, August 23rd, 7-9pm, which is free and open to the public. Photography by artist member, David Whitney,will be Featured in NAA's Laura Coombs Hills Gallery August 20th to September 3rd. * Somerby's Landing Sculpture Park, - Waterfront Park www.artfluence.com/somerby.html * Off The Wall Gallery,
57 Pleasant Street - www.offthewallnewburyport.com
refreshments.
* Spirit of Newburyport Gallery -
49 Water Street