The Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, has announced its latest exhibit, "The Lancaster County Art Quilt Project." The exhibit will be on display from Saturday, May 1, to Thursday, June 3. There will be an opening reception on Sunday, May 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. where attendees can meet many of the artists exhibiting their works. Judged awards will be announced at that time. The reception is free and open to the public.
For this exhibit, participants were asked to create artwork representing their favorite subjects and locations in Lancaster County. There are works representing all areas of the county, with a range of mediums and styles. Many artists chose local landmarks such as the Hans Herr House, Pinnacle Overlook, and Root's Market.
The exhibit features a large number of professional award-winning artists, as well as those pursuing art as a hobby. A few of the artists participating are Carol Herr, LCAA president Carol Dale, Susan Bloomfield, Dot Stepenaski, Judy W. Smith and Karen Frattali.
In addition to the adult show in the LCAA's Kauffman Gallery, the Steinmetz Gallery will feature a "Children's Art Quilt" and a "Teen's Art Quilt." Children age 6 and older and teens were invited to submit works for these shows.
Numerous awards will be given. The judge for the show is plein air artist Marita Hines. Those attending the exhibit will have the opportunity to vote for People's Choice Awards. There will also be a Purchase Award for the town or township that is represented by the most pieces of artwork.
Artwork can be viewed in person at the galleries or at http://www.lcaaonline.org or the "Lancaster County Art Association" Facebook page. Community members may purchase pieces of artwork, which are 5 by 7 inches in size and include an 8-by-10-inch acid-free mat. Proceeds will benefit the LCAA's general fund and help the organization recoup funds lost during the past year due to the pandemic.
The LCAA is open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. For details, call the LCAA at 717-687-7061.
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