EXETER — Two popular Seacoast artists will open solo shows at the Seacoast Artist Association gallery in April
Artwork by gallery artists Annie Brown and Christine Blomquist, both of Brentwood, are highly sought after, so these two Body of Work shows in April will be a boon for collectors.
Both shows celebrate the spring season. These shows open on Wednesday, April 3, and run thorough Sunday, April 28.
“My favorite time of year is approaching,” says Blomquist about her show ‘New Beginnings.’
“What’s not to love about spring and the splendor of warm weather, bright colors, sweet smells, and new beginnings? Each day a new experience, watching spring flowers emerge from the newly uncovered earth or the sight of birds returning to their summer home,” she said. “Miracles of birth happening all around us, even the green grasses are a welcome sight.
Blomquist’s images are painted with wool and various fibers to create dimension, texture, and color. A barbed needle is used instead of a paint brush and a colorful variety of dyed wool, silk, and other materials in place of paint.
“Over the years I have tried different mediums and different ways to use each medium,” says Blomquist. Ten years ago, I became acquainted with this unique form of fiber art. It’s a process that allows me to experiment and achieve different effects. The possibilities are endless with fibers.”
Annie Brown returns to her trademark nature photography for her show “The Wildlife of Swasey Park.”
She often says that painting is closest to her heart, but photography is closest to her soul.
“I have travelled to many locations throughout New England in search of wildlife to photograph. Yet I always find my way back to Swasey Park in Exeter,” she said. “An abundance of wildlife calls this beautiful place home.”
Join the artists for a reception on “Second Friday,” April 12, 5 to 7 p.m.
Music will be provided by folk/country/blues musician Jerry Short, and refreshments served. The Seacoast Artist Association is located at 130 Water St. Parking is free. 4
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