BEAU
October 27, 1998 – June 1, 2010
Beloved companion.
Godspeed
June 8, 2010
March 23, 2010
Spring ArtWalk Exhibition | The Churchill Gallery welcomes new artists!
April 10, 2010
Gallery Reception 3 – 7 pm
Introducing Morgan Coleman, Randy Eckard, Peter Fiore, Katharine Ann Hartley, Duy Huynh, Leo Osborne and Stephen Perrault!
Newburyport’s first ArtWalk of the year, held on Saturday, April 10 drew many hundreds of art lovers to enjoy exhibitions in the 15 participating galleries. Though cool and breezy, the weather was beautiful with welcome sunshine and a cloudless sky. Our collection resonated deeply with guests, the work of our new artists drawing particular accolades.
Morgan Coleman‘s timeless landscapes recall the bucolic Dutch paintings of the 17th and 18th centuries. His beautifully composed and rendered landscapes – woodlands, pastures and marshes, beneath voluminous skies, are bathed in a distinct, but understated play of light.
Summer Rain, by Morgan Coleman, oil on canvas, 20" x 30"
The iconic architectural landscapes of watercolorist Randy Eckard capture the essence of his native New England. Using not only traditional washes, Randy adeptly layers color through glazing and dry brush – moving between dry and wet to a achieve a variety of complementary thick and thin surfaces.
Two Pair, by Randy Eckard, watercolor on paper, 15" x 21"
Peter Fiore’s landscapes are unmistakably contemporary. Working with a bold and confident hand, Peter focuses on the everyday beauty that is often taken for granted. His true subject is light itself, and how it defines and endlessly changes the landscape around us.
Meadow, Late Day, by Peter Fiore, oil on canvas, 48" x 60"
Katherine Ann Hartley works exclusively in the genre of still life. A student of David Leffel’s at the Art Student’s League in New York City in the early 1990’s, Ann returned to her family home on the Cape where she has worked for the past 25 years. Her paintings depict familiar objects and serve to remind us of the beautiful harmonies that can be evoked by simple groupings of everyday things.
Old Silver with Pear, K. Ann Hartley, oil on board, 12" x 24"
Vietnamese born Duy Huynh’s (pronounced Yee Wun) poetic and contemplative paintings symbolically reflect geographical and cultural displacement. Drawing inspiration from a variety of storytellers … Duy creates his own narratives of the human condition. His work creates a mood for the viewer to explore and a journey upon which to embark.
Dreaming Under the Moth Moon, by Duy Huynh, acrylic on wood panel, 24" x 24"
Massachusetts native Leo Osborne now works out of his “Milkwood Studio” in the Pacific Northwest. While exploring many mediums including bronze, Leo has worked extensively with gold leaf with the technique “acrylusion;” the fusion of acrylic paint over gold leaf panels in creating exquisite floral and avian works.
Two Rising, by Leo Osborne, goldleaf on panel, 26.5" x 19"
The beauty of simplicity of Stephen Perrault’s paintings brings the freedom necessary in a search for what lies beneath and above the human person. Although his spaces reflect the precision, order and calm of the artist, ultimately Stephen’s art mirrors the spiritual journey as the observer yearns for meaning through the unseen mystery.
Natural Rhythm, by Stephen Perrault, acrylic on linen, 40" x 36"
The Spring ArtWalk exhibition runs through May 9, 2010. We look forward to seeing you!
January 31, 2010
The Churchill Gallery welcomes Stephen Perrault!
The centered Self, acrylic on linen, 40" x 30"
We are delighted to announce that painter Stephen Perrault has joined the gallery’s roster of outstanding national talent.
Vastly more complex than his present title of “artist” suggests, Stephen has a background in art, philosophy, theology and psychology. For ten years, working as a psychotherapist, he shared the lives of many, including the incarcerated. For thirteen years he lived in the context of seminary and religious life. Both these ways of life provided the artist with the opportunity to experience environments of architecture with light and darkness, containment and expansion.
Stephen recalls, “One day I was walking up a stairwell and noticed incredible light being cast on a wall from a window. I was so inspired to capture that light that I painted the walls of the stairwell blue and put a yellow stripe splashing in where the sunshine had seized a defining shape on the wall.” He soon found himself doing a lot of painting. At age 30, he realized he no longer felt a religious calling and left the sheltered walls of the monastery. Moving to inner city Chicago, Stephen pursued a graduate degree in psychology, continued his counseling work and began to spend more time painting.
Stephen is now a full time artist. His paintings are free from distractions and exhibit a purposeful pursuit of the minimum. The beauty of simplicity brings the freedom necessary in a search for what lies beneath and above the human person. Although his spaces reflect the precision, order and calm of the artist, ultimately Stephen’s art mirrors the spiritual journey as the observer yearns for meaning through the unseen mystery.
The recipient of many prestigious awards, Stephen has been profiled in numerous national publications including Southwest Art, American Art Collector, Watercolor Magic and Art and Antiques. His work hangs in private and corporate collections both at home and abroad.
January 2, 2010
New Beginnings…
With the Holiday season now behind us, the calm and tempered pace of January is particularly welcome. Our galleries, beautiful and tranquil, provide an inviting arena in which to experience Fine Art.
Please stop in. Enjoy our artwork. Draw inspiration and find renewal as the new year and the new decade beckons.
We look forward to seeing you!
Secrets for Spring, by Shannon Richardson, oil on canvas, 20" x 24"
November 21, 2009
The Churchill Gallery| Holiday Exhibition | Opening November 27th
Our Holiday show, opening Friday, November 27th, features new works gallery-wide. We are also delighted to introduce four new talents to our roster of artists;
Steven Lee Adams
Robin Braun
Scott E. Hill
Kent Lovelace
Please join us for Newburyport’s traditional Invitation Nights, on Fridays – December 4th and 11th, from 6 – 9 pm – always memorable evenings of hospitality, festivity and good cheer! Enjoy our Holiday show with our three beautiful galleries brimming with inspiring work!
October 3, 2009
The Churchill Gallery: Fall ArtWalk Exhibition | Featuring SHANNON RICHARDSON in her first one-person show with The Churchill Gallery!
What The Red Bird Said to Me, oil on canvas, 20" x 16"
SHANNON RICHARDSON
MOVING MEMORIES
10.24.09 – 11.22.09
Preview Reception
Friday, October 23,
5 – 7 pm
Artist’s Talk | 6 pm
ArtWalk Reception
Saturday, October 24,
3 – 7 pm
Stellar painter SHANNON RICHARDSON travels from Oregon this month for her first one-person show at The Churchill Gallery. Shannon joined the gallery’s roster of national talents in May of 2007. Her evocative works drew an immediate and almost reverential response from our clientele.
Shannon’s exceptional story-filled life has enabled her to create works of depth and intensity that are rare for one so young. Her work acknowledges the severity of life, while portraying the undeniable poignancy of the human condition. Though inspired from real life experiences, her dream-like paintings transcend the literal. The works reflect a blurring of the boundaries between memory and reality. Visual fairy tales, they are often intertwined with an element of the fantastic, which serves to further infuse the works with a sense of romance and reverie. Her paintings, though informed by deeply intimate perspectives, resonate with universal themes. They serve as templates through which the viewer’s relatedness in the world can be acknowledged and experienced. The common ground is shared emotion.
In 2006, Shannon received the distinction of being named by Southwest Art Magazine as one of “21 artists under the age of 31 to collect now.” Shannon has spent the past year preparing for this long-awaited exhibition, and she has not disappointed! Entitled Moving Memories, the evocative collection is now available for preview on our website: http://www.thechurchillgallery.com/richardson/richardson.html
In honor of this special occasion, the gallery will host two receptions for the artist, on both Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24. Shannon’s “Artist Talk,” at 6 pm on Friday evening is sure to be fascinating.
Please join us in welcoming Shannon to New England and in celebrating her remarkably artistry!
September 8, 2009
The Churchill Gallery | Artist Profile Series | Dan Schultz
At the Gate, oil on linen, 30" x 22"
The lyrical paintings of Colorado artist Dan Schultz are characterized by their adept classical rendering, often featuring a figure in a bucolic landscape. Dan’s masterful use of light in his compositions infuse them with a sense of vitality and immediacy.
“My interest in making artwork that portrays people stems from my intrigue with people’s ability to create connections between each other. I have long enjoyed creating images of people whether it is a portrait, a child or a woman in a tranquil landscape. I believe that people can easily relate on a personal level to images of other people. And it seems like everyone can relate to an image of a landscape that reminds them of a favorite place. When I work outdoors — standing at my easel with the landscape before me — I feel a connection to the scene that I’m painting. And each time, I feel like I see more beauty in the world than I did the time before.”
Dan’s art has gained national recognition in a variety of subjects and media. Southwest Art Magazine featured his work in its September, 2004, “21 Under 31” article. He holds memberships in the American Impressionist Society, Oil Painters of America, the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters, and was selected as a Top 100 finalist in the 2001 Arts for the Parks national competition. He has participated in extensive gallery and museum exhibitions and has also received numerous awards for his plein air and studio paintings.
The Churchill Gallery has enjoyed the privilege of showing Dan’s remarkable work since the fall of 2007.
July 22, 2009
A New England Portrait – an exhibition of new architectural lanlscapes by Peter Batchelder
A New England Portrait
An exhibition of new architectural landscapes by
PETER BATCHELDER
August 8 – September 7, 2009
Artist’s Reception
Saturday, August 8, 2009
3 – 7 pm
The subjects of Peter’s evocative paintings are inspired by memories of places discovered during a lifetime living in and exploring rural New England. Drawn to the ageless quality of the region’s iconic architecture, Peter’s timeless work captures the character, aura & sense of history of his beloved subject matter. He pushes the boundaries of color & design, often contrasting the simple geometry of any old structure against the smooth lines of the surrounding landscape.
Writes Peter, “I am fascinated on many levels when coming across a barn or seaside cottage. From an artist’s perspective I am interested in the nature of the architecture, how it sits within its landscape, color and light. From a personal perspective, I find myself often curious about the story of the building: who built it and why; the many people who have lived or worked in the building; how the landscape may have changed around the structure over the course of years. I find that the curiosity I have about the building intertwines with the creative process in my interpretation of the architecture and landscape in one image.”
Peter joined The Churchill Gallery’s roster of artists in the spring of 2008, and has rapidly developed a base of ardent collectors. His paintings hang in private and corporate collections nationwide.
This show is not to be missed! Previews welcome!
Hay Loft, oil on canvas, 24" x 36"
June 16, 2009
COLOR SENSATIONS – An exhibition of recent work by Copley Master Robert Scott Jackson.
June 27 – July 19, 2009
Artist’s Reception: Saturday, June 27th, 3 – 7 pm
The remarkable artistry of Newburyport native Robert Scott Jackson is the focus of the gallery’s 2nd ArtWalk show of the season. The exhibition, Color Sensations, opens on Saturday, June 27th with an Artist’s Reception from 3 – 7 pm.
The Churchill Gallery has had the privilege of representing Newburyport native Robert Scott Jackson for almost a quarter of a century. A graduate of Boston’s Vesper George School of Art, Scott has been wowing collectors for decades with his virtuoso technique, first in pastels and now exclusively in oils. His unforgettable landscapes are characterized by a dramatic & often unconventional use of color, and by his brilliant rendering.
Scott holds memberships in many professional associations, including the Copley Society of Boston, where he has achieved the honored distinction of “Copley Master.” His paintings hang in private and corporate collections nationwide.
This exhibition runs through July 19th. Previews welcome!
The Cliffs of Moher, oil on canvas, 30" x 45"
May 20, 2009
The Churchill Gallery: Now Showing | New Works by Rodney Wood
The Maestro, oil on panel, 24" x 18"
The paintings of New Mexican artist Rodney Wood can prove simultaneously beguiling and provocative. His dramatic works, both figurative and still life are sometimes described as Symbolic/Magic Realism or Emotional Realism. They provide the viewer an unexpected opportunity to discover something about himself or the world around him.
“My paintings seek to explore human emotion. Simply put, they are paintings about feelings.”
Rodney’s remarkable anthropomorphic series fascinates with its unlikely juxtapositions. In Paramour, an elegant zebra waits patiently on a Victorian sofa. The Hedonists depict three flamingoes bathing in a claw-footed tub & in The Maestro, an aristocratic lion sits proudly atop a grand piano.
Fascinated by mythology, the cross-cultural role of symbols and by metaphor, Rodney also draws upon his rich dream life in his creative process. With a remarkable technique that recalls that of the great Flemish Masters, Rodney has created a collection which is at once, timeless and cutting edge.
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