LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Art Guild (LAG) is taking its “Bring the Good” show at the Albion Cultural Exchange (ACE) to the next level with an opportunity to meet two of the show’s contributing artists and learn more about their beautiful works.
The show, which opened with a reception last Friday, will feature the “Meet the Lynnfield Art Guild artists” over the next four Friday nights starting Jan. 28, with watercolorist Jane Booras and photographer Greg Pronevitz. They will present what they are calling the “how, what, when and where” about their works of art through demonstration and conversation.
“I am hoping that there will be some people interested in doing portraits and will share with them how I go about my process starting from square one to a finished product,” said Booras, a Lynnfield resident. “It’s very hard to get to the finish line, but it’s definitely worth a try. I learned the hard way, the school of hard knocks. I should have taken a class but I am hoping to help with some of the techniques I have mastered over the years.”
Booras said that capturing the emotions in a child’s face and telling the child’s story through her paintings brings her much joy. She recently completed a show titled, “Children of the World — 100 Faces of Humanity,” which represented her portrait paintings of children from more than 96 countries. The show was held in Peabody in 2018.
Booras is bringing her art closer to home. During Friday’s session, her portrait demonstration will feature a portrait she made of her youngest granddaughter.
“I would love to share with you some of the knowledge I have acquired, from pure perseverance and experimentation,” Booras said. “My journey into portraits has been both arduous and gratifying; I challenge any of you to take the plunge into this wonderful world of art.”
Pronevitz has been serious about photography since 2006, specializing in natural scenes and subjects. One of his goals is capturing unique scenes and views that stand out from the everyday look. Pronevitz said that this often means visiting the same venues repeatedly because nature, light, and weather always change to provide opportunities to capture the unique. He also enjoys macro or close-up photography to see the smallest details. Images of his work are posted on his Facebook page and also on his website: https://www.gregpimages.com.
Additional summer-/spring-themed pieces of his work have been added to those already in the show. Pronevitz will discuss his techniques and subjects with visitors to the exhibit.
Artists scheduled for succeeding Friday nights are as follows: Friday, Feb. 4, watercolorist Bill Deveney and mixed-media artist Kendall Inglese; Friday, Feb. 11, acrylic artist Donna Barnes and photographer Mary Lynch; and Friday, Feb. 18, pastel artist Mary Connor and fiber artist Beverly Cook.
In addition to the Friday night shows, ACE and LAG are teaming together to offer private-tour experiences by arrangement, designed for individuals and small groups that prefer a more private opportunity to view the artwork. Email [email protected] for details and to coordinate times. For more information about LAG visit www.lynnfieldarts.org and check out “Lynnfield Arts” on the Guild’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
LAG promises the show is guaranteed to lift viewers’ spirits in these dark winter months.
The “Bring the Good” exhibit includes more than 60 pieces created by LAG artists, showcasing art and photography that focus on positive vibes, color and the good that people have in their lives today.
“The Lynnfield Art Guild team is excited to bring their energy and works to the Albion Arts district and downtown Wakefield for this high-energy show,” said Beth Aronson, a featured artist.
Other featured artists include Abenaim, Mark Bankoff, Yvonne Blacker, Louise Conti, Mary Connor, Shaila Desai, Sheila Falco, Joyce Fukasawa, Maya Jacob, Mary Kelly, Pam Krinsky, Jayne Leland, Ann Leskiw, Sandra Lockard, Ann Mullen, Lorraine O’Brien, Patricia O’Connor, Louise Pelegrino, Deb Reese, Hedy Sanni, Frank Tomasello and Maryann Trudeau.
Booras said she’s been a serious painter for about 20 years. Prior to that, she dabbled in photography. While portraits are her “passion,” she is trying to master the art of landscapes.
“You wouldn’t think so, but it’s just another process altogether,” she said. “I have difficulty with trees and backgrounds, landscapes need to be much looser and not as tight, so I am trying to break out of my box, but I am learning. Portraits are still my favorite, but who knows? Maybe I can learn something from Greg, too.”
