Join us for a reception and new exhibition including work by a diversity of contemporary artists highlighting the dune shacks, and works by dune dwellers William S. Fitts and Joyce Johnson. Exhibition August 22 through September 1, we hope you don't miss it!
During the opening reception for Truro Treasures 2023, Addison Art Gallery and Truro Center for the Arts will present artists painting en plein air at beautiful Edgewood Farms. It is suggested that you arrive early (sunset will be at about 7:00). Carpooling is strongly advised. Plein air, French for “open air,” is used to describe paintings created outdoors. In Italian, the term would be alfresco. In the 1870s, the growth of plein air painting flourished with the introduction of paints … Read More
Join neighbors and friends and meet the artists at the Addison Art Gallery reception from 3:00 to 5:00, all part of Celebrate Our Waters 2023.
Everyone is invited to make the most of the holiday weekend at a Sunday afternoon toast to autumn and exploration of the latest exhibition while enjoying music by the fabulous Fred Fried. The gallery rooms are now abounding with new works and this gathering offers a casual way to join artists and friends in discovering the freshest paintings by many of the Cape’s most sought-after artists.
In her latest work, Andrea Petitto incorporates charcoal drawings and vigorous and colorful brush work with digital painting. For decades, Petitto has excelled in developing skill with brushes, sticks, palette knives, and digital applications. Now she is combining these techniques to create new compositions. “Using the unique capabilities of digital painting in conjunction with my own drawing and painting techniques results in a fresh look, an extension of my traditional painting style.” —Andrea Petitto These compelling works are expertly printed … Read More
In the course of eight decades, Stephanie Foster has been a photographer with two solo shows at the Cape Cod Museum of Art, author of two books, award-winning humor columnist, dune shack dweller, journalist, world traveler, nature lover, Channel 4 gift consultant, Playboy Bunny, Boston model, and flower farmer. Come meet this true Renaissance woman and review an array of her photography, books, lavender products, Kitty Weed, and flowers. Music by the fabulous Natalia Bonfini! Join the wonderful members of … Read More
We hope you can join us for an art show and reception to benefit the Cape Cod Foster Closet. We'll toast to this most worthy organization, see award-winning artists and painting instructor Maryalice Eizenberg demonstrate oil painting, and enjoy the song stylings of the ever-popular Sarah Burrill. Children frequently enter the foster care system with no belongings, or with a trash bag containing just a few clothing items. Babies often arrive with no diapers, bottles, or formula. This is a … Read More
Join authors, artists, friends and neighbors for a celebration of Cape creators and the abundance of gifts they offer at a benefit for the Homeless Prevention Council (HPC). CEO Hadley Luddy said, "HPC is thrilled to partner with Addison Art Gallery and grateful for their support as we see unprecedented community need.” Ten authors will be on hand and 30 titles ranging from mystery, art and memoir to history, nature and architecture will be available. Jeannette de Beauvoir is a … Read More
Master artist Paul Schulenburg and Wellfleet oysterman Richard Blakeley to Welcome the Public If you haven’t yet had an opportunity to meet Paul Schulenburg or Richard Blakeley, men who have mastered intriguing, distinctive career paths, now’s your chance. Paul Schulenburg and members of the Schulenburg Studio Figure Painting Group will begin painting Wellfleet oysterman Richard Blakeley at 3:00 at WPH. Painting will continue through the start of the reception (a great time to meet with artists and to learn more … Read More
Painting Demonstrations. Live Music. Theater Groups. Book Signings. Some who aren’t on the Cape in the winter wonder what happens here after the aromas of suntan lotion and fried clams have dissipated. Those lucky enough to be here in the quieter months know it is a time of exploration, socializing and productivity. The public is invited to join authors, artists, performers, friends and neighbors at the Addison Art Gallery in celebrating Cape creators and discovering the results of recent inspirations … Read More
Master artist and teacher Jonathan McPhillips will demonstrate oil painting at the Addison Art Gallery from 4:00 to 5:00. Orleans Art Week Opening Reception 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Join friends, old and new, at a reception replete with painters, writers, live music and libations. The featured exhibition includes works by some of the Cape’s most sought-after artists along plein air pieces created that day. Respected painter and instructor Maryalice Eizenberg with demonstrate oil painting, and master pastelist Amy Sanders will … Read More
While open to photographers of all skill levels, the Cape Cod Viewfinders gallery shows are juried and usually present an array of award-worthy works by photographers recognized throughout the region and beyond. Music for the opening reception will be provided by internationally recognized composer and arranger Jim Skinger, a professional classical and jazz guitarist. He will be joined by Vicki Goldsmith, an accomplished flutist. Their magical programs embrace music from the 18th century Baroque of J.S. Bach to the exciting … Read More
Paul Schulenburg and members of the Schulenburg Studio Figure Painting Group will begin painting a specially chosen model at 3:30 and continue through the start of the reception (a great time to meet with artists and to learn more about their work) at 5:00. Long before the onset of photography, portraits served to capture a person’s likeness. As well, portraits conveyed power, familial ties, virtue, or other aspects of the subject. Today, portraits continue to portray far more of a … Read More
Helen Addison is sponsoring a special reception for the Friends of the Cape Cod National Seashore as her birthday gathering. No presents, donations to the Friends encouraged. “Living on Cape Cod, I am reminded daily of the gifts afforded by the Seashore. It is an honor to introduce people to the work done by the Friends.” While there is not a fee to attend, guests will be treated to the song stylings of popular musician Sarah Burrill, libations, and nibbles … Read More
Cape Cod’s naturally spectacular environment and cultural community continuously draw people from across the globe. As John Taylor Williams wrote, this was true over 100 years ago as well. “Beginning around 1910, those dedicated to radical political reform, a new exploration of personal relationships free from Victorian strictures, and a search for the new ‘American’ voice in writing, painting, architecture, and theater congregated . . .” —The Shores of Bohemia, A Cape Cod Story, 1910-1960 Honoring this history and celebrating … Read More