A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC), “Abstraction,” is now on view until April 9, 2022. This all media exhibition features over one hundred pieces of artwork by RAC Exhibiting Members with a larger degree of independence from visual references.
Winners were announced by the judge, Paul Efstathiou, Director of Contemporary Art at Hollis Taggart in Chelsea, NYC and Southport, CT: Hu Lindsay Award for Best in Mixed Media: Bevi Bullwinkel of Fairfield for “Composition 3,” 1st Place: Susan McHale of Greenwich for “Universe” (Collage), 2nd Place: Lisa Berger of Newtown for “Holding On” (Mixed Media), 3rd Place: Lauren Hunt of Norwalk for “Magenta” (Mixed Media) and Honorable Mention: Robert Sachs, “Waiting on Washington Street, Norwalk” (Photography).
Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 5 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. The Chair for the exhibition is Michael Brennecke and the Co-chair is David Lindsay.
RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For over 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton, CT. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a studio for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Visit rowaytonarts.org and follow @rowaytonarts.