Art Exhibits Archive

Abstract Imagery by Chuck Guest, August 4–30, Gallery, Opening Reception, Monday, August 3, 7:00 pm: Chuck Guest often sits for hours studying the ever changing ocean and sky with its incredible beauty near his second home in Beachmont, MA. He enjoys the bold, contrasting colors and dynamics that they offer. His paintings recreate those feelings or impressions on canvas. He makes his own stretchers from wood reclaimed in Vermont where he primarily resides and stretches all of the canvasses for his work.

An award winning artist, Chuck Guest is a member of the Winthrop Art Association. His love for the ocean and sky are reflected in the bold style and colors of his paintings.

Paintings from Life by Jean Smith, August 4-30, Main Hall, Opening Reception, Wednesday, August 5, 7:00 pm: Returning to her artwork after a twenty-five year hiatus, Jean Smith started making block prints and paintings. Now she paints and draws almost daily. She has experimented with oil, watercolor, gouache and egg tempera paints, but currently enjoys the bright colors that she gets with acrylics. A graduate of Massachusetts College of Art, Ms. Smith has participated in several group shows and won the Juror’s Award from the Concord Art Association in 2012.

Teen Gallery and Second Floor Display Cases: A Snapshot of Newton South Arts. On view through fall 2015, the show includes a variety of work from Newton South High School Students.

Atrium Case 1: Highlighting Mayor Warren's Summer Reading Challenge for Kids (Every Hero Has a Story) and Teens (Unmask). Info: newtonfreelibrary.net.

Atrium Case 2: The display will feature former Girl Scouts who became inspiring women who have made the world a better place. Info: newtongs@gmail.com or 617-671-1223.

Three Main Hall Cases: Learn about the American Red cross which exists to provide compassionate care to people in need. Their network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world, through five key service area: Disaster Relief, Support to American Military Families, Lifesaving Blood Services, Health and Safety Services and International Relief. Info: www.redcross.org.