Gallery One artists to explore Touchy Feely theme with show until May 3
Gallery One in Ocean View has announced the April theme, Touchy Feely, with a show open to the public through May 3.
The artistic creative process generally begins with an idea. It may be a feeling, an emotional response, or just the delight and feel of a texture. Nature is always an artist’s muse. Artist Jeanne Mueller says, “The original touchy feely is Mother Nature. I love the texture of the trees, the grass - both lawn and ornamental, flowers and even the things I can’t touch, like the clouds.
The various textures of nature are wonderful to see and to feel.” Mueller’s oil “Nice Day for a Kayak Ride” describes a perfect day on the water. “Textures,” a watercolor by Sonia Hunt, depicts a rocky stream with contrasting textures and colors. Lesley McCaskill’s watercolor “Spring Rain” abstracts the effects of rain and the woven, delicate sticks of a bird's nest on a leafless tree.
"Under the Palms,” a watercolor by Cheryl Wisbrock, envisions someone lying under tropical palm trees. "It seems as if I can reach and touch the rustling fronds. Their textures create a soothing lullaby as they dance in the warm breeze,” she says.
“Breaking Surf,” an acrylic by artist Dale Sheldon, visualizes "The many layers of water reflecting different textures - some smooth and glasslike, others showing great turbulence. Breaking waves and the contrasting shoreline of pebbles and shells form a delight of light, color, texture and movement."
The endless textures of animals are another of artists' favorite subjects. “What better example of texture than this pig who was more than happy to pose. He was particularly happy with his hairstyle and his clean, smooth nose,” says Laura Hickman of her pastel “Study in Texture.” Pat Riordan’s acrylic “Bunny” captures the softness of its fur contrasting with the delicate flowers.
The popular Artisan Room features exciting textiles, handblown glass, pottery, glass jewelry and wood pieces by local artists.
Gallery One is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week and is always staffed by one of the artists. Gallery One is at 32 Atlantic Ave., Ocean View, 302-537-5055, www.galleryonede.com.
