LOUISA, VA – The Louisa Arts Center has announced the upcoming gallery exhibit, Expressions in Pastels, hosted by the MidAtlantic Pastel Society (MAPS). The exhibit will be the annual judged show for MAPS, featuring works from regional artists.

MAPS is a non-profit organization that promotes the understanding and appreciation of pastels as a fine art medium. The society includes both beginner and professional artists, with over 100 members. MAPS is affiliated with the International Association of Pastel Societies, which connects pastel societies from the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, and China.

This year’s show will be judged by Colette Odya Smith, a painter, educator, and juror with nearly 30 years of experience working in soft pastels. Her work has been featured in publications such as American Artist, The Artist’s Magazine, Pastel Journal, and Pratique des Arts.

The opening reception for Expressions in Pastels will take place on Friday, September 27, from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Purcell Gallery. The exhibit will run through Friday, November 22. The gallery is open to the public free of charge during box office hours, Tuesday through Friday, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, and one hour before each performance in the Cooke-Haley Theater.

About Louisa Arts Center:
Located at 212 Fredericksburg Avenue, the Louisa Arts Center offers year-round visual art exhibits, classes, and live performances aimed at enhancing the community’s appreciation of the arts.

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