"An Exhibition in Four Acts" and "All the World's a Stage" at LAA

The Lyme Art Association invites you to its historic galleries for the return of An Exhibition in Four Acts, which showcases the assorted styles of its talented artists. Each juried show looks at the world through a different lens. Whether it is dawn’s gentle glow, midday’s intense brilliance, a sunset’s warm hues, or ethereal moonlight, Phases of Light celebrates the beauty of light. Member artists delve into the interplay between shadow and light to capture the essence of illumination. Rock of Ages examines the geological beauty of the earth, focusing on the rocks and stones that define the foundation of a landscape. Stillness: A Still Life is an introspection into the world of still life. The painter Giorgio Morandi states that “[t]o achieve understanding it is necessary not to see many things, but to look hard at what you do see.” In moments of chaos, the quiet beauty of art can function as a temporary pause for both artists and viewers. And lastly, Strictly Abstract focuses on the abstractions of life and nonobjective art making.

Running concurrently is All the World’s a Stage. Shakespeare’s famous quote from As You Like It is the inspiration for this exhibition, which focuses on places outside of familiar New England. Lyme Art Association member artists visually interpreted this travel-themed show with landscape and still life artworks. All shows are on view March 1 – April 11. Opening Reception for the both shows is Sunday, March 3 from 2 – 4 pm.

About the Lyme Art Association: Founded in 1914 by the American Impressionists, the Lyme Art Association continues the tradition of exhibiting and selling representational artwork by its members and invited artists, as well as offering art instruction, lectures, and other public programs to the community. The Lyme Art Association is located at 90 Lyme Street in Old Lyme, CT, in an iconic 1921 building designed by renowned architect Charles Adams Platt and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Admission is free with contributions appreciated. Gallery Hours are Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm, or by appointment. For more info, visit www.lymeartassociation.org or call (860) 434-7802.