Vol. 16, No. 3 March 2012 - Carolina Arts

Hillsborough Gallery of Artscontinued from Page 40with landscape. Those who admire herwork often refer to it as “soul work,” “artyou can feel in your gut,” and “dreamscapes.”Reinhold says she takes her inspirationfrom her own emotions and paraphrasesa quote from writer Alice Walker: “If youdelve deeply enough into yourself, you arebound to rise up in other people.”“The creative process is like meditationfor me,” Reinhold says. “If I stay awayfrom it too long, I lose my center. Paintinggives me a place to work through the emotionalexperiences in my life.”“When I’m photographing the landscape,I look for scenes that are primaevaland spiritual,” says Eric Saunders. “Abstractnature scenes or scenes combininghuman artifact and nature always interestme.”A pianist, Saunders says he’s inspiredby classical music and the visual arts. Arecurring theme in his photography is lightbeing reflected on water, the source of life.“Taking pride in what I do and the desireto create something unique continuallymotivates me,” Saunders adds.In thinking about the primaeval theme,Lynn Wartski reflected on the origins ofher own art. “I have always been intriguedby human faces and forms,” she says.“Two- and three- dimensional representationswere among my earliest artisticexpressions and are something I returnto, and challenge myself with, time andagain.”Wartski says she loves to experimentThe NC Museum of Natural Sciencesin Raleigh, NC, will present exhibit, NorthAmerican Endangered Turtle Series, featuringchildren’s book illustrations by BobPalmatier on view in the Museum’s NatureArt Gallery, from Mar. 2 through Apr.7, 2012. A reception and book signing willbe held on Mar. 2, from 6:30-8:30pm.Looking for a way to get children interestedin reading? North Carolina authorand illustrator Bob Palmatier believes thatsitting with young children and reading tothem at a young age has “everything to dowith them developing a lifelong love forreading.” He uses this belief to inspire theillustrations in his children’s books aboutNorth American endangered turtle species.The North Carolina Museum of NaturalSciences will sell copies of Stormy’sReturn and The Tiny Turtle of the Marshin the Museum store, and the Nature ArtGallery will showcase some of Palmatier’soriginal drawings. All exhibited art willalso be for sale.A retired schoolteacher and fieldresearcher, Palmatier has two decades ofexperience observing native species ofturtles. This experience is obvious in thescientifically accurate and engaging storieshe tells in a straightforward manner.The drawings are scientifically accurate,yet will grab children’s attention with theirbright colors and playful nature. Childrenfrom kindergarten to fifth grade will enjoythese books, layered with themes anddetails that provide new insight upon eachread. “The road to a life-long interest inWork by Lynn Wartskiwith different media. “Copper has beenmy primary medium, but I have incorporatedglass, other metals, concrete, andfound objects into my work,” she explains.“Stylistically my work has becomemore Steampunk in flavor.”Wartski says she may follow a themeor idea for a period of time and let it runits course. “This may yield one piece, aseries, or an entire year’s worth of exploration,”she adds.Owned and operated by 22 local artists,the Hillsborough Gallery of Artsrepresents established artists exhibitingcontemporary fine art and fine craft. Thegallery’s offerings include painting, sculpture,ceramics, photography, fiber, jewelry,glass, metal, mosaics, encaustic, enamel,watercolor and wood.For further information check our NCCommercial Gallery listings, call the galleryat 919/732-5001 or visit(www.hillsboroughgallery.com).North Carolina Museum ofNatural Sciences in Raleigh, NC,Features Works by Bob Palmatiernatural history and conservation advocacysometimes begins with a children’s bookabout the lives of wild animals,” Palmatiersaid.Palmatier’s books follow this model,especially the second in the series, TheTiny Turtle of the Marsh. This book introducesyoung readers to plants and animalsof a tidal salt marsh, and explains the dangersthat they face. Palmatier’s first book,Stormy’s Return, opens students’ eyes tothe connections between man and nature.Students are drawn into the story of theplucky little turtle and his determination.Each book also contains an extensive illustratedglossary which details more than50 native plants and animals. Palmatiercontinues to work on his next book, LittleTess the Turtle and the Mystery of theMangrove Keys, coming out in December2012.The Nature Art Gallery is located onthe mezzanine of the Museum Store.The North Carolina Museum ofNatural Sciences documents and interpretsnatural history of the state of NorthCarolina through exhibits, research,collections, publications and educationalprogramming. The Museum is an agencyof the NC Department of Environmentand Natural Resources, Dee Freeman,Secretary.For further information check ourNC Institutional Gallery listings, call thegallery at 919/733-7450, ext. 360 or visit(www.naturalsciences.org/store/nature_gallery.html).ArtSource Fine Art Gallery inRaleigh, NC, Features Works byBrian Hibbard and Scott HarrisArtSource Fine Art Gallery in Raleigh,NC, will present the exhibit, Resonance,featuring works by Brian Hibbard andScott Harris, on view from Mar. 9 throughApr. 7, 2012. A reception will be held onMar. 9, from 7-9pm.Resonance brings together two modernartists who love experimenting with painting,surface and sculpture. Both Hibbardand Harris step away from the traditionalcanvas and paint on a large scale to helpthe viewer “step into” an intriguing experience.continued above on next column to the rightGallery C in Raleigh, NC, OffersWorks by Diane Patton & Dave WertzGallery C in Raleigh, NC, is presentingthe exhibit, Two from Virginia: DianePatton and Dave Wertz, featuring abstractpaintings and metal sculpture, on viewthrough Mar. 21, 2012. A reception will beheld on Mar. 2, from 6-9pm.A view of paintings by Diane Patton andsculptures by Dave WertzDiane Patton is an Abstract Expressionistpainter. A seasoned professional, Patton’swork is informed by years of experienceTable of ContentsHarris’s unique paintings on aluminumgive the audience a warm inviting sceneon a cold, industrial surface; whereas Hibbard’sportrayal of ancient and traditionalimages on wood give his work a moreharmonious style. Both artists’ expressionisticapproaches establish a balance ofreality and creative freedom.For further information check our NCCommercial Gallery listings, call thegallery at 919/787-9533 or visit (www.artsource-raleigh.com).painting in a variety of mediums. She buildsher paintings using layer over layer ofopaque and transparent paint. The paintingswander freely, inviting organic formsand shapes. Patton presents 16 new works,ranging in size from 12 x 12 inches to 40 x60 inches.Dave Wertz is a sculptor working in threedimensional fine art and functional pieces.All his work is hand fabricated using variouscombinations of forging and welding.Wertz enjoys an international reputationand has received many private and publiccommissions. Wertz presents 12 new piecesincluding small pedestal sculptures, functionaltables, and large sculptures of horses.Patton and Wertz are friends, neighbors, andcollaborative enthusiasts of each other’swork.For further info check our NC CommercialGallery listings, call the gallery at919/828-3165 or visit (www.galleryc.net).ENO Gallery in Hillsborough, NC,Features Works by Donna PolsenoENO Gallery in Hillsborough, NC, ispresenting the exhibit, Metaphors of Containment,featuring a solo exhibition ofceramic vessels by Virginia artist, DonnaPolseno on view in the lower gallerythrough Apr. 22, 2012.Polseno was born in Connecticut,where she grew up fascinated by herfather’s work as a painter and illustrator.When she went off to The Kansas City ArtInstitute it was to become a painter likehim, until the chance exposure to ceramicslead her into the pottery shop where KenFerguson and Victor Babu were teaching.The great creativity, passion and energy ofthat place and time lead to a lifetime commitmentto clay.Polseno went on the receive herM.A.T. from the Rhode Island Schoolcontinued on Page 43Carolina Arts, March 2012 - Page 41