Why Abstract: The Art of Imagination

Why Abstract: The Art of Imagination 

Paintings, mixed media, sculpture, photography and digital art by 23 New England artists

April 21 – May 30, 2016

The Cultural Center Gallery

6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gallery hours, Thurs-Sun, 12:00-4:00 PM

Meet the Artists Reception: Saturday, April 23, 4:00-6:00 PM

Artist Talks: Sunday, May 1, 2-4 pm and Sunday, May 22, 2-4 pm

Closing Celebration and award presentation: Friday, May 27, 4-6 PM

ABSTRACT ART EXHIBIT FEATURES 23 NEW ENGLAND ARTISTS

Gloucester MA, March 4, 2016—On Thursday, April 21, 2016, the Rocky Neck Art Colony opens the doors on “Why Abstract: The Art of Imagination” an invitational exhibition of abstract art curated by artist Matt Cegelis of Rockport. Featuring paintings, mixed media, photography and digital art by 23 artists, the exhibition examines why the artists choose abstraction as an expressive practice. Elements of mystery, imagination, discovery and more are also explored in artist statements and public discourse with the artists.

“Why Abstract” is on view April 21–May 30, 2016 at the Cultural Center Gallery at 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester during gallery hours, Thursday-Sunday 12:00-4:00 PM each week. The public is invited to a reception for artists and friends on Saturday, April 23, 4:00-6:00 PM.Additional public events during the exhibition include two Artist Talks on Sunday, May 1, 3:00-4:00 PM, and Sunday, May 22, 3:00-4:00 PM, and a Closing Celebration with a “Viewer’s Choice” award presentation on Friday, May 27, 4:00-6:00 PM.