“Transitions” is an exhibition featuring paintings based on familiar and new places, changes and new work. The paintings are an exploration of the past and present, representing the artist’s transition beyond the studio. The serene pastel local scenes are vibrant and full of mood and light as they capture a moment in time. Enjoy a walk through her eyes as you study these forays into the country side and city streets.
Three Rivers Gallery features an opening reception for “Transitions: Artwork by Mary Monk” on Saturday, April 13th from 6-9pm. This exhibit will be on display through May 7th.
Monk’s primary medium is pastel and she is mostly known for her country/urban landscapes. No matter the subject, mood and light are always the true focus of her paintings. Her choices of color and subject matter are heavily influenced by growing up in the city and moving to the country to raise her family. The transition of urban to country sparked an infinite pool of inspiration for the artist. The majority of her paintings are local scenes done en plein air. For the viewer, this translation of a scene filtered through her memories and life experiences invoke a sense of peace and tranquility or some familiar connection to their own past.
