Exploring the Galleries

Saturday November 1st was a perfect day to explore numerous galleries throughout Monroe county as the uncommonly cold weather left the area so venturing outdoors as it is accustomed to many during this time of year can resume. The galleries lending themselves to be explored included The Artspace Gallery* and The Starbucks Coffeehouse both in Stroudsburg, PA along with The Shawnee Gallery* in Shawnee on Delaware, PA. All three had something special to offer individually and as a wonderful contribution to the artistic nature of the area.

The Artspace Gallery* held an Opening Reception featuring the work of Tattoo artist Myke Maldonado* of Dreamland Creations (www.dreamlandcreations.net). The pieces included several new fine art creations influenced by the beautiful natural surroundings of the Pocono Mountains along with many intricate framed works often seen on the human canvas. Will Daskal* and Don Manza were among the attendees whose work could be seen during the exhibition as well alongside those of Irene Bartz, Doug Gilbert*, Jim Hannan, Helen Heeren*, Will Michael, Lenore Fiore-Mills*, and Greg Waltzer*. The Exhibition continues until November 30th. Please Explore The Artspace Gallery* Website at www.artspacegallery.net for more information.

The Starbucks Coffeehouse held an Opening Reception featuring the works of Chris Frantz* of The Stroudsburg Art Alliance* (www.myspace.com/sbgartalliance) and Sue B. Dynamo (www.suebdynamo.com) in an exhibition entitled, “Paintings/Visions.” The works were varied in their styles uncommon to those usually seen throughout the area which added to their relevance. They can be seen along the walls leading to Starbuck’s restrooms making a trip there even more worthwhile. Photo Artist MJ McCauley* (www.myspace.com/mjmccauleyda) was among those who attended the reception. The Exhibition continues until November 30th. Please Explore The Chris Frantz* Website at www.ChrisFrantz.com for more information.

The Shawnee Gallery* held an Opening Reception for an exhibition entitled, “Riv 6: The Delaware River, A Big Picture” which is the 6th annual show conceived in 2002 by photographic Artist Rod Cameron* celebrating all the scenic and environmental meaning Delaware River has offer. The show features over 45 of the region’s most distinguished visual artists from both sides of the river representing the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Nearly 80 work in a variety of mediums and styles were presented making the entire experience a delight for the senses. Works Included those by Will Daskal*, Marcia Flammonde*, Ka-son* (www.myspace.com/theartofkason), and many others. The Best of Show Award was presented to Bill Hobbs* for his work entitled, “The Delaware river Valley from Mt. Mohican.” Artist Cenia* (www.myspace.com/crespowulf), Artist, Author, and Instructor Alex Castro* (www.alexandercastro.net), Christine Griffen* of The Shawnee Gallery*, and Arline M. Smeltz* were among those who attended the reception. The next event at the Shawnee Gallery* for The “Riv 6: The Delaware River, A Big Picture” exhibition will be The “Riv 6 Poetry Reading” on Saturday November 15th beginning at 5pm. The Exhibition continues until December 7th. Please Explore The Shawnee Gallery* Website at www.theshawneegallery.com for more information.

You’ll find numerous photographs at The Forwardian Arts Society Exploring the Galleries Gallery at myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

(*) denotes members of The Forwardian Arts Society in good standing and are considered Our Good Friends.