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CLAREMONT — The art of Jamie Townsend will be exhibited in the Claremont Opera House John D. Bennett Gallery from Dec. 7 through Jan. 4. The show may be viewed at the Claremont Opera House. Stop by the business office for access to the gallery on the fifth floor during business hours.
An opening reception will be held Friday, Dec. 7, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Townsend has been painting large splashes of color for over 20 years. He found his first color in his native Vermont. Sunsets and foliage were soon followed by tropical pastels as he attended the Ringling School of Art in Florida. He found common ground with abstract expressionism while he was studying. This movement has a power and an honesty that appeal to him. His paintings can incorporate subjects such as buildings or figures, but they always compete with his interest in negative space. In the last 10 years he has also worked in sculpture and murals. The murals are important because they provide the size and the public outreach for which Townshend strives. He splits his time between Europe and the United States and enjoys how the different cultures and landscapes affect his art. In addition, he teaches private classes giving adults a chance to view art as more of a process that can reveal layers of expression. Please follow him on Facebook and Instagram to see past and future creations.
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