French traditions in the fine arts are deep and rich, and painting, sculpture, music, dance, architecture, photography, and film all flourish under state support. Painting and sculpture In painting there was a long tradition from the Middle Ages and Renaissance that, while perhaps not matching those of Italy or the Low Countries, produced a number…

It was a perfect day for Connecticut River Artisan Group members, seen during a plein air paintout at the Galloping Clouds (AKA Cow Palace) farm in Colebrook.  #placement_606516_0_i{width:100%;margin:0 auto;} For more information about CRAG and additional en plein air events, go to connecticutriverartisans.com, their Facebook page or call (603) 237-9302. (COURTESY PHOTO) #placement_663318_0_i{width:100%;margin:0 auto;}

The Woodlands Arts Council (TWAC) Board of Directors is proud to welcome four new members who bring fresh insights and valuable skills to the impact-making organization. Celebrating 20 years of Making Art Matter in Montgomery County, TWAC is exceptionally grateful for the board members renewing their commitment to the arts and those stepping away after…

COLEBROOK — Local photographer and artist, Elizabeth (Bette) Guerin, is October’s Artist of the Month at Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook. Describing her inspiration for the exhibit theme, Guerin said, “Monadnock Mountain (also called Mount Monadnock) in Lemington, Vt., can be seen almost everywhere from locations around Colebrook. At its highest point, the mountain…

Double exhibitions have become a specialty well mastered at The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) and the latest examples produce one of the most fascinating engagements with art history in a fresh perspective that resonates effectively with contemporary visitors.  Blue Grass, Green Skies: American Impressionism and Realism from the Los Angeles County Museum of…

In the painting used as a poster image and logo for Carolyn Hubbs’s exhibition Abstracted, a vibrant swirl of gestures in a palette of happy hues goes by the telling title “Tree Creating Itself.” Deconstructed visions of nature and an abstracting nature meet here and get along very well. In a way, the title and…

Art Elements gallery has come alive with vibrant colors thanks to a pair of artists on display through year’s end. “Contours of Energy” features the work of oil painter Suzanne Vaughn and fused glass artist Vicki Green. The exhibit was launched Oct. 22, with an artist reception slated for 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 9…

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – North Adams visual arts teacher Kyle Strack is teaching his students how to design a logo for their products.  What You Need To Know A North Adams art teacher recieved an award The award is from the nonprofit Arts|Learning It recognizes teachers who advocate for arts in their school and community…

AMINAH BRENDA LYNN ROBINSON, “Dad’s Journey,” 1995 (watercolor, graphite, pen, ink, and fabric, on watercolor paper, 11 x 15 inches). | © Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson Trust. Courtesy of the Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson Trust, Columbus Museum of Art, and Fort Gansevoort, New York THE AMINAH BRENDA LYNN ROBINSON ESTATE is now exclusively represented in…