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The Washington Fine Arts Society is offering a cure for seasonal doldrums caused by bare trees, brown grass and gray snow.
Their first annual Winter Art Exhibit is on display through the end of February at the main library at Five Points.
Local artists of all ages were invited to bring in their two- and three-dimensional artwork. The exhibit includes paintings, photography, sculptures, woodwork, drawings, jewelry and even a couple of story books written and illustrated by a young Washington boy.
Mary Penn, who cofounded the society in 2007, said the idea was born three years ago when the society had its first art exhibit in conjunction with the grand opening of Five Points.
“We had a huge response then,” Penn said.
This time, Penn and Sara Wait, who helped organize the exhibit, had about 40 people submit artwork.
Artists had to indicate whether they are amateurs, semi-professionals, professionals or youths. Penn said anyone creative was welcome to submit their artwork.
“Some of the amateur works are fabulous,” said Penn.
Some of the artists have indicated suggested prices to buy their artwork and there is a box for offers. Artists will contact the buyers if they wish to accept the offer.
In addition to fostering the art scene in Washington, Penn said the exhibit has also been good for the society’s membership.
“We have 10 new members just from the show.”
The society meets once a month. Its next meeting will be 6:30 p.m. March 2 at 300 Muller Road.
The art will be on display at the main library at Five Points through the end of February.
“It’s a chance for people to come and see beauty in the yuck of winter,” Penn said.
The Washington Fine Arts Society is offering a cure for seasonal doldrums caused by bare trees, brown grass and gray snow.
Their first annual Winter Art Exhibit is on display through the end of February at the main library at Five Points.
Local artists of all ages were invited to bring in their two- and three-dimensional artwork. The exhibit includes paintings, photography, sculptures, woodwork, drawings, jewelry and even a couple of story books written and illustrated by a young Washington boy.
Mary Penn, who cofounded the society in 2007, said the idea was born three years ago when the society had its first art exhibit in conjunction with the grand opening of Five Points.
“We had a huge response then,” Penn said.
This time, Penn and Sara Wait, who helped organize the exhibit, had about 40 people submit artwork.
Artists had to indicate whether they are amateurs, semi-professionals, professionals or youths. Penn said anyone creative was welcome to submit their artwork.
“Some of the amateur works are fabulous,” said Penn.
Some of the artists have indicated suggested prices to buy their artwork and there is a box for offers. Artists will contact the buyers if they wish to accept the offer.
In addition to fostering the art scene in Washington, Penn said the exhibit has also been good for the society’s membership.
“We have 10 new members just from the show.”
The society meets once a month. Its next meeting will be 6:30 p.m. March 2 at 300 Muller Road.
The art will be on display at the main library at Five Points through the end of February.
“It’s a chance for people to come and see beauty in the yuck of winter,” Penn said.
