Places of Beauty at the Dutot

The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery in Delaware Water Gap, PA held an Artists’ Reception for their exhibition titled, “Here and There: Beautiful Places We Live Near, Beautiful Places We Have Visited” featuring the work of Gordon and Jean Perry along with that of Norbert Scanlon on Friday September 27th. With nearly 100 pieces displayed throughout the modest sized gallery, one can’t help but to be impressed by the enormity of the exhibit. The beautiful landscape images and the array of colors they encompass further impressed the numerous gathering of art lovers who came to experience an exhibit that lived up to its title more than adequately.

The images created by Gordon and Jean Perry along with Norbert Scanlon varied in their locations and the medium in which they were created including those of watercolor, acrylic, oil, and photography. Many conversations evolved not only around the vivid beauty of the images but of the memories they inspired within those who have visited the sites depicted within each frame. While some of the sites included those located in distant surroundings such as the European Continent, most were of areas depicted were located within the United States particularly around the Pocono region of PA.

In either case, the entirety of the work allowed the viewer to travel with their mind to a world full of places whether they were part of one’s life journey or of a place where they would like to visit before their journey ends. The exhibition made the road a beautiful one through the considerable talents of the artists who paved it with their undeniable love for the subjects they shared through the exhibit. You’ll find more photographs taken during the Reception in The Dutot 2013 Gallery at www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151703218890421.1073741837.636000420&type=1.

Gordon Perry recently retired from the teaching of various undergraduate and graduate level biology courses at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, NJ. His background in science allows him to utilize the methods it employs to enhance his creative approach in the art of photography. Mr. Perry has won numerous awards for his talents and has been published in several magazines, calendars, and books.  Mr. Perry believes that serious photography is an art form that temporarily removes one from the everyday world and provides inner peace.

Jean Marie Perry is an Art teacher, professional artist, and art historian who teaches students from the primary to the tertiary level of education the inner beauty one can discover through the arts. While Ms. Perry finds her inspiration in the work created by the American Impressionists of the early 20th century, her creative renderings does more than reflect their approach by transcending them through her considerable talents. Ms. Perry is a member of the Pocono Arts Council, the Palmerton Photo Club, and the Warren County Arts as well as an assortment of historical, nature and animal organizations and art museums. She believes that art comes from the heart and there is something in art for everyone. You can learn more about Gordon and Jean Perry by contacting them at jpgmobeel@epix.net for more information.

Norbert Scanlan grew up in Ebensburg, PA and was surrounded by farms and sensational landscapes which provided the visual drama that is captured in his work. Mr. Scanlan studied at the School of Arts and Architecture on the campus of Penn State University and developed a passion for travel as reflected by the variety of subjects he captures through his talents. As a retired teacher, Mr. Scanlan continues to work with young adults by encouraging them to explore their creative talents while recognizing and appreciating the amazing natural beauty that surrounds us everyday and everywhere. You can learn more about Norbert Scanlan and his creative world by exploring his Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/BRUSH-N-PAINT/536441353067454.

The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery originated as a brick school house built c. 1850 by Antoine Dutot who founded the town of Dutotsville before it was renamed to Delaware Water Gap, PA. In addition to the exhibitions presented at the gallery, the museum offers tours and educational opportunities for those who would like to learn more about the area. The current exhibition titled, “Here and There: Beautiful Places We Live Near Beautiful Places We Have Visited” featuring the work of Gordon and Jean Perry along with that of Norbert Scanlon will be on display at the gallery until October 13th. The gallery’s final exhibition for 2013 will be their “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” exhibit featuring the work of Allen Higbee and will take place on October 19th and 20th. Please Explore The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/DutotMuseumAndGallery?fref=ts for more information.