Sister Maria Nace, Poetry Reading & Watercolor Demonstration

As apart of our "Art in the Afternoon" series, Sister Maria Nace joined us on Sunday August 22nd to read excerpts from her book "Poet with a Brush" along with an insightful watercolor demonstration. Join us next Sunday the 29th for a demonstration from contemprary Impressionist Catherine Elliott.

Potter Jane Strauss Novick joins LBGE

Come by to see a new collection of pottery by Jane Strauss Novick. She hopes everyone loves her 'pots', but we have more than pots... serving sets including trays with dip bowls, platters, bowls, vases, and a selection of soap dishes in a variety of colors and patterns. Very reasonably priced from $12-50.

Thanks Pam!

As part of our Art in the Afternoon series, Pam Carlson led a painting demonstration while working on a canvas featuring summer hydrangeas from Essex's Main Street. We had a great turn-out with art-lovers and art-makers. Please join us next Sunday August 22nd for poetry and watercolors with Sister Maria Joseph Nace.

"White on White - The Connecticut River Museum"

Louis Guarnaccia

As part of his current exhibition at LBGE, "The Essence of Essex", Louis Guarnaccia painted a striking scene of the Connecticut River Musem and the Mary E. Last night, a fire at the museum damaged the third floor of the building - thankfully no museum pieces were destroyed, though conservation work is necessary to combat smoke damage. Crews are working away as we speak - and the museum director hopes to re-open soon.

Coming Soon!

Art in the Afternoon

A Series of Artist Demonstrations at Left Bank Gallery Essex

LBGE is hosting a series of artist-led demonstrations during the month of August. Meet area artists and enjoy informative discussions about their techniques and subjects. All events are free and open to the public.
Invite your friends!

PAM CARLSON

Sunday, August 15th from Noon-2pm.

Artist and Essex resident, Pam Carlson, will set up her easel to paint a series of beautiful hydrangeas. Carlson specialized in painting animals of Connecticut farms and barnyards. Her subjects include chickens, cows, sheep and most recently swans on the Connecticut River. Carlson majored in Fine Art and Education and worked in commercial art before becoming an art teacher. She now paints full time; and her work is widely collected and exhibited. View a collection of her work at LBGE.

MARIA JOSEPH NACE, SP

Sunday, August 22nd from Noon-2pm

Inspired by nature and faith, Maria Joseph Nace, will describe the art and poetry featured in her book, Poet with a Brush. Nace is a Sister of Providence of Holyoke, MA. She currently teaches at Baypath College and the Elms Colle. She exhibits her work throughout New England and has published poetry for over 30 years. The profit's from Nace's sales benefit the Sisters of Providence. A selcetion of watercolors and copies of her book are now available at LBGE.

CATHERINE M. ELLIOTT

Sunday, August 29th from Noon-2pm

Contemporary Impressionist, Catherine M. Elliott, will paint outside the gallery en plein aire. Elliott's canvases depict familiar New England landscapes and emply painterly techniques similar to the Impressionist masters, often highlighting the distinctive color and light of the Connecticut shoreline. Elliott's paintings are alive with the beauty of the natural world. An accomplished and prolific painter, Elliott's work is collected and exhibited widely. She is a member of the Lyme Art Association and the Pleine Aire Painters Society. View a new selection of work is now available at LBGE.

Meet the Artist: Ellen Babin at LBGE

Landscape painter, Ellen Babin, is hosting a reception at LBGE!

Saturday, July 24th from 4-7pm.

Originally from Connecticut, Ellen now resides in Cape Cod, MA. She specializes in acrylics, her paintings convey a deep appreciation for the shorelines and marshlands of New England. Her work is noted for its saturated color, serene settings, and vibrant blue skies and coastal waters.

A selection of her work is now view at LBGE, but join us on Saturday, July 24th from 4-7 to meet the artist and view a collection of new paintings.

All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served.

August 2010 Feature Exhibition

The Essence of Essex

A One Man Exhibition by

LOUIS GUARNACCIA

LBGE presents a one man exhibition featuring new work by internationally renowned artist Louis Guarnaccia. Specializing in seascapes and landscapes, Guarnaccia's recent show focuses on scenes in and around the Connecticut River Valley, including Essex's Main Street, the Griswold Inn, the Connecticut River Museum, and the Goodspeed Opera House among other familiar locales.

Louid Guarnaccia - 19 Main Street, Essex - Oil - 9 x 12 inches

Louis Guarnaccia - Foxboro Point, Essex - Oil - 12 x 24 inches

Louis Guarnaccia - Selden Creek - Oil - 20 x 24 inches

Join us for the Artist's Reception
Friday, August 6th from 5 - 7 pm