Morro Bay Art Association presenting, ‘Lighting the Way’ exhibit
Exhibit opens June 30
–The Morro Bay Art Association will present a special art exhibit, “Lighting the Way,” featuring the work of fine art instructors, Jason Mayr, Kathy Miller and Diana Manseau. This exhibit is a diverse collection of fine art paintings in a variety of artistic mediums.
Oil painting by Jason Mayr.
Jason Mayr has been a professional artist and teacher for over fifteen years. He began his career as an impressionistic painter and later pivoted to the chiaroscuro style of the old masters. Today, Mayr’s primary focus is on understanding how to manipulate paint to capture light and shadow. The result is deep variations of color in subtle gradations that create dramatic effects. Mayr imparts his knowledge to students who wish to learn to paint in the classic styles of Rembrandt and Leffel.
Watercolor by Kathy Miller.
Award-winning artist, Kathy Miller is a signature member of The Central Coast Watercolor Society. Although Miller attended Bakersfield College and several workshops, she considers herself primarily self-taught. She instructs watercolor classes and has been exhibiting her watercolor paintings for over twenty years. Her loose style provides a unique vehicle of interpretation with a nature inspired color palette.
Pastel painting by Diana Manseau, “Sleepy Head.”
Diana Manseau has over 35 years of experience teaching fine arts in all media. She has taught at U.C.L.A., community colleges, and museum programs throughout California. Her work has been exhibited in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Nonesuch Fine Arts located in Santa Monica and Cuesta College.
“Lighting the Way” will be on display from June 30 through August 8. The Morro Bay Art Association is located at 835 Main St. The opening reception will be Friday, July 8, 5 p.m.- 8 p.m., a part of “Art Walk Morro Bay.” This event is free and open to the public. For more information about attending adult or children’s art classes, contact Art Center Morro Bay at (805) 772-2504. The gallery is open from 12 – 4 p.m. daily.
