The Kittery Art Association presents “Au Naturel: Still Life and the Nude,” on view from Sept. 18 to Oct. 19.
This exhibition explores the timeless interplay between the human form and everyday objects through classic genres of art. The nude is celebrated and examined alongside the still life. “Au Naturel” highlights the juxtaposition between the human form and the quiet elegance and innate dignity often found in ordinary objects.
An opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 21.
Also on view are works by Spotlight Artist Amy Vander Els.
Amy Vander Els studied Studio art and art education in college, earning both a BA and an MEd in K-12 Art Education from the University of New Hampshire. Her teaching career brought her overseas to international schools in Italy, Hungary and the Cayman Islands. She returned to New England in 2014 and now designs jewelry, creates artwork and teaches encaustic workshops out of her mill studio on Water Street in Amesbury, Massachusetts.
Her award-winning artwork has been featured in solo, invitational and juried exhibitions and is represented in private collections in the U.S. and abroad. Her jewelry can be found in boutiques, galleries and gift shops throughout New England. Els is treasurer of the Amesbury Cultural Council and a member of the Newburyport Art Association and the Kittery Art Association.
The Kittery Art Association is at 2 Walker St., Kittery. Learn more at www.kitteryartassociation.org, or call 207-451-9384 or email info@kitteryartassociation.org for more information.
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