Barbara Bean and guest artist Rita Erskine combine to create a new and interesting art exhibit.  Something Old, Something New includes mixed media works by Barbara Bean that add re-purposed “Something Old” fabric to her vibrant paintings.  Barbara’s long-time friend Rita Erskine adds to “Something New” with nature  photographs – some of which can be re-arranged creatively on magnetic bases.

By working in many media simultaneously, Barbara continues to find stimulation and awareness of the connections from one work to another regardless of its dimension or content.  Rita draws her photography inspiration from Eliot Porter.  Her focus is the abstract details that are hidden from initial view; she sees her work as the intersection of abstraction and natural beauty.

Come meet the artists at the reception on Friday, July 14, from 5 to 7 pm.  The show runs from July 3 to July 28.