Fahrenheit 180: A Group Encaustic Exhibition
February 27, 2010
—April 10, 2010
Fahrenheit 180: A Group Encaustic Exhibition
The Ann Street Gallery is pleased to present a new exhibition, Fahrenheit 180 : A Group Encaustic Exhibition , with an Artist Reception on Saturday, April 10 from 6:00-9:00 pm . (Read a review here.)
In this exhibition, fifteen contemporary artists from across the country and abroad explore the ancient tradition of encaustic painting. Works exhibited range from abstract designs to more complex figurative paintings. Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, involves using heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added and then applied to a variety of surfaces. Early examples of encaustic art date back to Egyptian Fayum mummy portraits in 100-300 AD, and later in the 20th Century, artists like Jasper Johns and Robert Rauschenberg embraced the medium. More recently, encaustic arts has seen resurgence in popularity among contemporary artists as this event exemplifies.
The artists featured in the exhibit include:
Grimanesa Amoros
Willow Bader
Francisco Benitez
Joy Broom
Kathryn Dettwiller
Sisavanh Houghton
Nash Hyon
Marilyn Jolly
Laura Moriarty
Catherine Nash
Martha Pfanschmidt
Don Porcella
Cindy Stockton-Moore
Kathleen Thompson
Janise Yntema
Those interested in the ancient medium of encaustic art should not miss this exhibit, which runs through Saturday, March 27.
The Ann Street Gallery is a nonprofit gallery located at 104 Ann Street in the City of Newburgh, specializing in contemporary emerging and established artists. Gallery hours are Thursday through Saturday, 11 AM-5 PM, or by appointment.
For more information visit www.annstreetgallery.org .
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