For me it’s always bitter-sweet when an art show ends. The Visual Impressions exhibit at Ryan James Fine Arts was an eclectic show with 23 individual artists, working in a variety of media and subject matter. I was lucky enough to have one of my pieces accepted after appearing before a panel to defend my intent and practice in creating a body of work. I was happy, even anxious to stand before the panel of 5 artists and industry experts to talk about my passion in creating these paintings.
Ryan James works very hard to keep his gallery vibrant and firmly engaged in the community and the reception was testament to that. It was a large crowd, with people actively seeking me out to ask questions about the work and my process. I wish all receptions were as lively and vibrant as that. And so, as the show draws to a close I’m very happy to have been a part of it and very sad to see it go.
