The Elegance of Pastel
The 616 Studio Gallery is honored to present the artwork of pastel artists Marcy Brack and Donna Whitford Housel featured from MARCH 7 through JUNE 28, 2020 with a meet-the-artists opening reception on Saturday, March 7th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Join us for the fun and see these talented artists' latest compositions while enjoying some light refreshments and good company.
Located at 616 Washington Street in Cumberland, MD 21502, The Studio at 616 is home to Balance Essential Wellness which offers wellness art programs, group and private yoga modalities, reike, and therapeutic massage.
Following the opening reception, the exhibition, the gallery will be open on Sunday from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, every Monday from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, and by Private Appointment. For private appointment: call/message/text 410-967-9112.
Artist Statements:
Marcy Brack: Working in a variety of art mediums allow me to capture the essence of the image. Soft pastels render the bright odors and contrast while oil pastels allow the softness and details of the subject to show. Western Maryland landscapes capture my attention to paint the softness the atmosphere and the lovely hues of blue and green. I like painting landscapes that bring you into the moment of a misty morning, evening sunset, stormy clouds or dancing shadows in the woods. When paining animal themed subject, I capture their spirit through their eyes. As a yoga instructors, I allow myself to be present, grounded in my environment, translating my spirit into my artwork.
Donna Whitford Housel: Over the years I have gone through many changes - my age, my lifestyle, my faith, and lastly my art. My mediums remain the same: pastel, colored pencil, and drawing. One thing emerges though and that is my love of the pastel medium. Another constant has been my love of nature. I have always lived in a rural area surrounded by nature and have spent a great deal of time focusing on the animal kingdom, enjoy the challenge of capturing any creature in its natural habitat. Painting plein air landscapes is also a passion.
As time has passed, I began to want more - more than creating my art and exhibiting the works when possible, I want my work to jump to a new level. One goal has always been, as far back as memory serves, to become an associate member of the Pastel Society of America. This dream was fulfilled in 2018. My next goal is to apply for full membership to that organization as a signature member. This membership, along with studying with several nationally known pastel artists, has helped my art to evolve into a more loose and colorful expression. My overall goal is for my art to bring joy to my viewers.
Donna's website can be seen at www.DonnaHouselArt.com
Following the opening reception, the exhibition, the gallery will be open on Sunday from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, every Monday from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, and by Private Appointment. For private appointment: call/message/text 410-967-9112.
Artist Statements:
Marcy Brack: Working in a variety of art mediums allow me to capture the essence of the image. Soft pastels render the bright odors and contrast while oil pastels allow the softness and details of the subject to show. Western Maryland landscapes capture my attention to paint the softness the atmosphere and the lovely hues of blue and green. I like painting landscapes that bring you into the moment of a misty morning, evening sunset, stormy clouds or dancing shadows in the woods. When paining animal themed subject, I capture their spirit through their eyes. As a yoga instructors, I allow myself to be present, grounded in my environment, translating my spirit into my artwork.
Donna Whitford Housel: Over the years I have gone through many changes - my age, my lifestyle, my faith, and lastly my art. My mediums remain the same: pastel, colored pencil, and drawing. One thing emerges though and that is my love of the pastel medium. Another constant has been my love of nature. I have always lived in a rural area surrounded by nature and have spent a great deal of time focusing on the animal kingdom, enjoy the challenge of capturing any creature in its natural habitat. Painting plein air landscapes is also a passion.
As time has passed, I began to want more - more than creating my art and exhibiting the works when possible, I want my work to jump to a new level. One goal has always been, as far back as memory serves, to become an associate member of the Pastel Society of America. This dream was fulfilled in 2018. My next goal is to apply for full membership to that organization as a signature member. This membership, along with studying with several nationally known pastel artists, has helped my art to evolve into a more loose and colorful expression. My overall goal is for my art to bring joy to my viewers.
Donna's website can be seen at www.DonnaHouselArt.com