Poet's Houses Special Exhibition

Poets’ Houses is presented as part of our Poetry Month celebration, and is a collaboration between ceramic artist Karen Antrim and pastelist Frank Galante.  The exhibition consists of works that explore 2D and 3D compositional strategies, constructing a visual expression of the world that inspired some of the English language’s most treasured poetry.  The images and objects in this exhibit are the distillation of readings, photos and visits to the poets’ houses, far and wide, in England and America.

The Artists in their own words:

Frank Galante…..Though I enjoy painting in oils, pastel is my preferred medium, and landscape and still life painting are my preferred subjects.  Structures in my landscapes have always functioned as compositional elements, with an emphasis on rhythm and harmony. Though these are indeed somewhat accurate renderings of poets’ houses, their primary value to me are as works of art. I leave it up to the viewer to attach their own narratives to my images if indeed, narratives are necessary.  Let the work speak for itself, as it is my firm belief that Art picks up where words leave off and all that is needed is a love of beauty.

Karen Antrim.….As a 3-dimensional ceramic sculptor, the Poet House exhibit has presented me with uniquely artistic and appealing challenges. Traveling extensively throughout the world and being attracted to the antiquities, I have naturally gravitated to the historic districts and rural settings where I find inspiration in the early homes and buildings, thus resulting in an ideal opportunity to express my artistic vision for this exhibit.

Poets’ Houses will be on display in our Fisher Room gallery beginning March 28th.
An artists’ talk is scheduled for April 27th, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, admission is free.