Old Windows A Unique Canvas At Farmington Art Exhibit

FARMINGTON/BERLIN, CT — Spring is often a time when homeowners decide to fix up their home, perhaps by replacing their windows.

So, what becomes of the old windows?

One Berlin artist has an idea, and the fruits of his labor are on display this month at the Farmington Library's Barney site, 71 Main St., through May 30.

Berlin artist Eddie Hall said he is excited to share an exhibition titled "Reframed" at the Barney Library, which opened his exhibit on April 21, and it will be up through May 30.

This show features 23 artworks created over the last three years — paintings on reclaimed house windows.

"These works are the result of experimentation with glass painting techniques and the work in the show combines rigid hard-edge painting with themes of architectural abstraction and design," wrote the library in an announcement.

"The result is a body of work exhibiting bold colors that delves into the interplay between matte painted surfaces and glass."

Hall is a self-taught abstract artist based in Berlin, known for creating vibrant, geometric works using recycled windows as his canvas.

Halls's goal is to exhibit his work at every library with a gallery in Connecticut.

He started with his local library in Berlin earlier this year and by early next year will have shown in six town libraries throughout Connecticut.

“Libraries serve as important spaces in our communities where everyone has equal access to information. I found after my first library show, I really loved that so many people were seeing my work that would not normally find themselves in an art gallery or museum," Hall said in a statement.

"It was really fulfilling to know that my work may be serving as a backdrop for a town meeting, a children’s storytime, or a local club. Connecticut has so many towns and libraries, it will take me years to chip away at them, and I can only hope to keep working at this long enough to get close.”

There will be a special event during the exhibition on May 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. that is open to the public.

"The Shape of Words" — a poetry workshop and readings hosted by Kelly Fowler and including a reception for this exhibit with a brief artist discussion from Hall.

Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.

Regular hours for the library are Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The artwork will be located in the Hoppin Gallery upstairs.

For more information and images of artwork featured in the show, visit this link.