A Watery SOHO

The SOHO in the BURG Gallery in Stroudsburg, PA held an Artists’ Reception on Saturday August 3rd for their exhibition titled, “The Water Show” featuring the work of area artists whose work flowed through the spacious gallery depicting images and concepts relating to the exhibit’s aquatic theme. An overall beauty and elegance rippled throughout the venue washing its wonders upon the shores of imagination for those who had eagerly cast away the anchors of a landlocked existence to experience the buoyancy that awaited them within its walls.

Verbal communiqués shared between the many who came to the event swam from one topic to another as their excited words were inspired by the works being shown. One might have easily drowned while being immersed by the creative surroundings if not for the life giving air embedded in the work and the atmosphere of the gallery itself. It was a joy to be adrift in such an environment while viewing the creative endeavors displayed upon the wall’s horizons inspiring those who would write about the reception to devise one aquatic metaphor after another.

But, metaphors aside, the exhibit was an example of the creative energies that can be found in the Monroe County, PA area known regionally as “The Poconos.” While most simply celebrated the beauty found in the refreshing essence of water or depicted scenes and objects associated with the liquid, other artists and photographers chose to explore the depths of the theme by allowing insights to emerge from the subconscious so they could be recognized internally by those who experienced the work. The combination of aesthetic and philosophical aspects of the theme led it to be a well rounded show which made it an enjoyable enhancement to all who entered the gallery.

In addition to the visually stunning work that was shown, Chef Guarino Cortese of Chef II Go masterfully created a cuisine purposely reflecting the work found throughout the gallery which was prepared on site. His culinary creations never fails to enhance the experience of an Artists’ Reception held at The SOHO in the Burg Gallery and this occasion proved to be consistent with all previous ones. The delicious morsels of shell fish and other watery delights were dove into by the many who sought to enjoy its refreshing effects on their palates.

Music for the event was performed by JT Carter who formed the Legendary vocal group known as “The Crests” in 1958. Their classic doo-wop songs include “Sixteen Candles.” Mr. Carter and the group were inducted into The Rock-n-Roll Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2004. The performance Mr. Carter shared during the Artists’ Reception brought a joy to those of us who remember those bygone days as well as those who simply enjoyed hearing him sing. You can learn more about JT Carter by exploring his Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/JT-Carter/169896053141877.

 In addition to the art, music, and food enjoyed at the reception, The Monroe County Conservation District in Stroudsburg, PA displayed a fully furnished and decorated dollhouse donated to the group by The Monroe County Master Builders Association. “The Lake House” was remodeled, furnished, and decorated by Sharon Carey with the assistance of Cherie Morris. The Monroe County Conservation District offered Raffle Tickets to those attending the Artists’ Reception who would like to support The Monroe County Conservation District’s The Kettle Creek Environmental Fund which provides for The Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) for the structure. Tickets can be purchased at various location until November. The drawing will take place Thursday December 12th.  Please Explore The Monroe County Conservation District Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/Monroe-County-Conservation-Districts-Environmental-Education-Center/136678029730752 for more information about the group and how to purchase your raffle Ticket.

The Water Show Exhibition featuring the work of area artists will continue to be on display at The SOHO in the BURG Gallery in Stroudsburg, PA until September 16th. The next exhibition presented at the Gallery is yet to be announced. You’ll find more photographs taken during the August 3rd Artists’ Reception for The Water Show Exhibition in The Stroudsburg Art District 2013 Gallery at www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151420282390421.539464.636000420&type=3.

The SOHO in the BURG Gallery is an extension of the Backstreet Studio and Art Gallerie which opened its doors to the public in April of 2012. The space is owned by Andrea Robbins Rimberg who has become well known for her creativity as many of her pieces were and continues to be presented in prestigious museums throughout the United States. She is also know for her undying dedication to the arts which she utilizes her exuberant energies to promote at every opportunity. Among her many positions serving in organizations and groups relating to the arts, she is the former president of the Pocono Arts Council and currently is the Arts and Photography Director of The Forwardian Arts Society literary and Art magazine titled, “Forwardian.” You can learn more about SOHO in the BURG, Ms. Rimberg, and all their creative endeavors by exploring their Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/BackstreetStudioAndArtGallerie.