CALENDAR 2010

Ongoing - 2010 - Exhibit of small paintings at the Black Goose Cafe in Tiverton, RI. A nice grouping of new, small paintings that perfectly fit the confines of this wonderful coffee shop by the water. The Cafe is a new addition to the town and is attracting a devoted following of fans who appreciate a great cup of Joe, something to eat, friendly neighbors stopping by and an incredible water view. It's great for me because I live just up the street and can take advantage of their hospitality whenever I want.....stop by, you'll love it! Paintings on exhibit through the year.

June 25- September 12, 2010 - SUMMER EXHIBIT at the Central Village Art Gallery, 770 Main Road, Westport, MA. The Opening Reception is Friday, June 25, from 5 to 8 pm, and features the work of 16 artists. Participating artists include Don Cadoret, Christine Bean, Barbara Chadwick, Phyliss Dobby Adams, Kris Donovan, Wayne Fuerst, Trish Hurley, Jane O'Hara, Sue Prideaux, Karen Raus, Thom Scott, Janice Sexton, Nancy Shand, Debra Valeri, Patricia Walsh and Denise Zompa.
July 3/4 through Oct. 11, 2010 - Little Compton Historical Society Special Exhibition - Preview party on July 3, followed by an exhibit through to Oct. 11. Paintings by Sakonnet area artists illustrating The History of Little Compton, Part 1, by Janet Lisle, will be unveiled at the same time the book is released to the public. Book signing and art show all in one! Dates are tentative, so contact me for more information.
Last summer over 10,000 art lovers discovered
the original South Coast Open Studio Tour...

August 21-22, 2010 -
Annual South Coast Open Studio Tour in August - This annual studio tour of over 65 artists living and working in South Coast region of Rhode Island and Massachusetts attracts fans from all over the East Coast and beyond. Sponsored by South Coast Artists, Inc., a non-profit 501 c3 organization, the SCA Tour is quickly turning into a must-visit event in New England. Doors open from 11 am to 5 pm, both Saturday and Sunday. The tour is sponsored by many local and regional businesses, including WGBH in Boston, Phoenix newspapers in Boston and Providence, East Bay Publications, Lees, Partners, RISCA, Westport and Sakonnet Wineries, Sam Adams Brewing, Crowley's Fine Art, and laFrance Hospitality Corporation. Please contact me for more information about staying in the area and particulars about the tour itself. Please visit our organization's website at www.southcoastartists.org
Hand-painted pins are one of the special things
made during the Autumn and Holiday seasons
December 4-5, 2010 - The 17th Annual Holiday Studio Open House at our home studio in Tiverton, Rhode Island. Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. New paintings, special pins (see above), boxes and other gifts, refreshments and good stories shared in a festive atmosphere. This is an event not to be missed as Johanna and I really get into decorating for the holidays. It's the perfect backdrop for art.