Art-focused tours and special events
by galleries in the city of Newburyport, Massachusetts
* Bridge Gallery,
113 Merrimac Street
Our windows and much of our wall space will feature artwork on the "Floral Abundance - Flowers and Gardens" theme to coincide with the garden tours and the Art Walk.
Our "Second Sunday Series" will feature award-winning Artist Marjet Lesk demonstrating oil painting of a floral still-life. The demonstration is at Bridge Gallery, 113 Merrimac St., Newburyport on June 8 and will begin at 2:00pm.
Our Artist-of-the-Month Series features pastel Artist Kim Henry. Her show is titled "Kaleidoscope". A reception for the Artist will be held on Saturday June 14, 5-7pm.
A Gallery reception will also be held on the night of the Art Walk with music being provided by guitarist Donna Ricci.
* Chameleon
18 Liberty Street - www.chameleonarts.com
* Child At Heart Gallery
48 Inn Street
www.ChildAtHeartArtGallery.com
Child at Heart Gallery features the expressive original art pieces that are created for children's picture books. Over 30 different author /illustrators are represented with their books, prints or original art at the Gallery. A participating gallery for both Dr. Seuss and Harry Potter limited edition releases, the Child at Heart is also the exclusive gallery for Ed Emberley. The art available spans the fun of Amelia Bedialia, the intensity of Trina Schart Hyman, to the enduring soft watercolors of Jane Dyer or engaging David McPhail. Looking for the perfect baby gift or an outstanding piece of art for home or office, the gallery is for the child within everyone's heart.
Swinging with flowers and butterflies or reading stretched out in the pedals of an iris, the wondereous paintings of Irena Roman will be featured at Child at Heart Gallery, 48 Inn St. Newburyport for the Saturday, June 28 Newburyport ArtWalk, 3 to 7 pm. Illustration teacher at the Mass College of Art, she leads her class through the production of the Say Good Night to Illiteracy book art. 978-462-5554, www.ChildatHeartGallery.com
* The Churchill Gallery
6 Inn Street - www.thechurchillgallery.com
Our
Summer Artwalk, Newburyport's second of four this year, will feature
new work by gallery artists. We are delighted to welcome four
exceptional new artists to our roster: Peter Batchelder, Logan Hagege,
Laura Litwa Holden and Shoshannah White. Reception June 28, from 3 to 7
pm
* Connor Summers Gallery
48 Market Street - www.connorsummers.com
"Flora and Fauna" exhibit at the Connor Summers Gallery at 48 Market Street behind St. Paul's Church in Newburyport. Pleas call 978-462-9196 for more information. * Ferry Wharf Gallery & Artist's Studio
1R Water Street www.ferrywharf.com
Join us for the Newburyport ArtWalk on June 28th. Our featured artist for the event will be Newburyport Photographer Karen Lynch. Lynch's photographs combine conventional techniques with contemporary technology resulting in a captivating collection of images. Lynch's vibrant photographic images aare then printed on watercolor paper or artist canvas and presented as fine paintings.See www.karenlynchphotos.com for more information. The gallery is dedicated to the principle that observing the creative process enhances the experience, visitors are invited to watch painters as they work and teach, as well as enjoy an exceptional display of original paintings, etchings, giclees and prints. * Indigo Art Studio Indigo Artist studio artists, Mary Pollak and Lillian Coolidge, are
Ferry Wharf Gallery is located at 1R Water St. in Newburyport and is open daily 12-5 except Tuesdays. Tel# 978-462-2740,
53 Middle Street, Newburyport
www.indigostudio.com
planning a colorful showing of monotypes and paintings referencing nature and landscape. A range of work on canvas and paper will be
exhibited. The Studio/gallery will be open from 11-7 pm, Saturday,
June 28. An array of garden delights will be on hand for visual and
edible enjoyment. Join us!
Indigo Artist Studio is a working studio for artists, Mary Arthur Pollak and Lillian M. Cololidge. The studio features monotypes, mixed media, and oils and is open for Newburyport ArtWalks and by appointment or by chance. In addition to works in progress, a monotype press, and visiting the artists, the studio is an eclectic mix of style including tin ceilings and strange angles. We welcome guests at any time and are usually available with a phone call if we are not working at the studio.
* Firehouse Center
Market Square - www.firehouse.org
For more info, call (978) 462-7336
Cover Art - 'Summer Day Newburyport', by Stephen LaPierre
* Lepore Fine Arts
58 Merrimac Street - www.leporefinearts.com
American and European paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries in a gallery overlooking Newburyport’s historic waterfront.
Feature;
SAMUEL ISHAM
American (1855 – 1914)
Samuel Isham wore many hats as art historian, critic, lawyer, artist and author. His book, A History of American Paintings, was one of the first major histories of American art. First published in 1905, the work, referenced by students and scholars alike, offered an interesting, straightforward and intellectual account of the subject.
“The Philosopher’s Walk,” most likely executed in the 1880’s in
* Newburyport Art Association 65 Water St - www.newburyportart.org
The Newburyport Art Association Presents “Through Our Eyes”, NAA Photo Interest Group show and sale in the Sargent and Hartson Galleries, June 25th- July 9th , Reception June 28th, 7-9pm; and Featured in the Laura Coombs Hills Gallery, “Seductions”, botanical & Landscape Photographs by Paul Osborne & Catherine Davis, June 24th-July 9th, reception- June 27th, 7-9pm.
* Somerby's Landing Sculpture Park, - Waterfront Park www.artfluence.com/somerby.html * Off The Wall Gallery,
57 Pleasant Street - www.offthewallnewburyport.com
* Spirit of Newburyport Gallery - 49 Water Street
Contemporary Newburyport designs by Jon-William Brown exhibited in a 1729 setting. Featured exhibit for the June 28th ArtWalk will be a debut sample of Jon's latest designs entitled 'Gardens of Newburyport'
See web site for more details.
www.spiritofnewburyport.com * Valerie's Gallery,
12 State Street - www.valeriesgalleries.com
* The Walsingham Gallery, Offers a
distinctive collection of original art and sculpture. The
next ArtWalk event will be June 28 with a theme of Art and Garden;
August 23 with a theme of Art and Music to include live musical
performances; and October 25 with a theme of Art and Harvest.
47 Merrimac Street - www.thewalsinghamgallery.com
Galleries
are open year round and offer a brochure with map that shows a
convenient walking tour of all gallery locations in town. The map may
be downloaded from our website as well as picked up at galleries, the
Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, and various restaurants and inns. Look
for more details on all upcoming special events at www.newburyportartwalk.com
