CITY HALL HOSTS ART EXHIBITS IN JUNE
Posted: June 10th, 2011 3:26 PM
- Shadow boxes, mixed media, and jewelry art on display -
The Beaverton Arts Commission (BAC) is hosting new exhibits throughout June at City Hall (4755 SW Griffith Drive) featuring works by talented local artists. The works of art will grace the first, second, and third floor corridors.
"What a great showcase of local talent we have this month," said Mayor Denny Doyle. "Passion for the arts is alive and well in Beaverton. We are so honored to be able to share this tremendous work with visitors to City Hall."
During the month of June, Harriet Kaufman Levi, Lana Nelson, Warren Kennaugh, and Cynthia Rozanc will display their works throughout City Hall in the following locations:
First Floor Lobby: Harriet Kaufman Levi
Kaufman Levi unveils her "art in boxes" and other experimental work. She is inspired by her early theatrical design experience and uses it to create acrylic paintings inside hand-made, wooden shadow boxes - many of which incorporate three dimensional elements. Kaufman Levi also works in monotypes and acrylic abstracts. For more information, visit www.artistliszt.com/harrietlevi.
Second Floor Lobby: Lana Nelson
Nelson began painting after a demanding career in public transportation. Her art experience has been enriched by talented instructors and guidance from other artists in the aspects of drawing, color theory and composition. Her paintings of Oregon and Washington landscapes were all started outdoors and finished in her studio.
Third Floor Corridor: Warren Kennaugh
Kennaugh is an accomplished and well-traveled artist, having spent a great deal of his life creating art in England, Massachusetts, California, and now Oregon. His successful career in sign painting and display art has influenced him to present immediate and simple messages with his works. Kennaugh views art as a vessel to depict the deep need of expressing one's moods, personality, and passion to others. Art is not just the result, but the process. His art includes a compilation of abstract and geometric works, while using a stunningly vivid color palette.
Third Floor Pedestals: Cynthia Rozanc
Rozanc's passion for art was inherited from family: a grandma who knew needlework inside and out, an aunt who excelled as a seamstress, a father who designed and built houses, a cousin who mastered interior design, and a brother who teaches graphics communication to budding artists. She completed the BFA program at the Cleveland Institute of Art, studying sculpture and fiber. Rozanc's display is a series of handmade jewelry and textiles, which combines her love for three dimensional works with her talents for creating and assembling functional art.
Beaverton City Hall is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All art works are for sale. If you are interested in seeing more art collections, the Beaverton Arts Commission also has revolving art exhibits at Providence St. Vincent Hospital (9205 Southwest Barnes Road), Cedar Hills Recreation Center (11640 SW Park Way), and the Artisan Salon (4430 SW Lombard Avenue). For more information, please contact Elaine Orcutt at (503) 526-2299 or eorcutt@beavertonoregon.gov.
ABOUT THE BEAVERTON ARTS COMMISSION
The BAC contributes significantly to the quality of life in Beaverton by presenting artistic and cultural events, which celebrate community values and helps connect residents to their artistic and cultural heritage. The BAC presents annual events such as Last Tuesdays, an summer celebration of music, and food, as well as the Visual Arts Showcase and Ten Tiny Dances. In addition, the BAC leads public art projects, including Beaverton's mural program. For more information about the Beaverton Arts Commission, visit www.beavertonarts.org or call (503) 526-2288 or the event information line at (503) 526-2379. Get to know Art at www.beavertonarts.org or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beavertonarts.org.
ABOUT BEAVERTON
Beaverton was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Pacific Northwest for three consecutive years, as one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities. Beaverton also enjoys one of the most diverse populations among Oregon cities. For more information, please visit www.beavertonoregon.gov.
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