An exhibit titled “Girls on Art: A Passion for Pastels” will be held at the Jaffrey Civic Center opening Monday, May 23.
The exhibit will feature artists Karen Israel, Maryann Mullett, and Pam Short.
Israel, a nationally recognized award-winning painter, holds Master Pastelist status in the Pastel Society of America and the International Association of Pastel Societies, and a Signature Member and President of the Connecticut Pastel Society. Her work can be found in many private and public collections in the United States and Canada.
Mullett, a Dublin resident, initially worked in graphic arts and illustration, switching to pastel painting six years ago. Her inspiration comes from nature, whether it be close-up views of flora, luminous berries and vegetables, or birds and animals. She has won numerous awards for her paintings and has been published in national magazines.
Short is “drawn to light, shadows and atmosphere” and is inspired by “almost everything from the mountains to the ocean, farm to the city, snow to sand, pets and more.”
A gallery reception will be held on Friday, May 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. with music provided by Scott Mullett on saxophone and Draa Hobb on guitar.
The exhibit will run through June 25 in the upstairs Cunningham Gallery.
For more information, contact the center at 532-6527 or info@jaffreyciviccenter.com, or visit www.jaffreyciviccenter.com.