Gallery 10 will honor local artist Ted Smith as its November Artist of the Month. For years Ted painted local and distant scenes in impressionistic and realistic styles, a few of which will be in his show. Recently, Ted expanded his creative talent into exploring abstract paintings. Using vivid color in a variety of media has provided him an outlet for greater self-expression.
Mr. Smith has been painting for the better part of his 79 years beginning with scenes from his Monterey Bay birthplace. Painting is "in his blood" as his grandfather, an accomplished artist, was his first mentor. Upon retiring from teaching, Ted has been influenced by studying under painter Howard Rees and participating in workshops with Barbara Neches, Lynn Slade and Jeannie Vodden. He shows with the Art in Public Places Program and has won numerous awards at the Amador County Fair Art Show. For Ted, facing a blank canvas "is always a challenge" and finishing a painting that satisfies him emotionally is a great experience.
Ted's studio serves as his painting space as well as the storing of found objects and artistic supplies he enjoys collecting. It also functions for his expert framing business of more than 30 years.
Gallery 10 invites you to meet with one of Sutter Creek's local characters at a reception in his honor on Saturday, November 1, between 2 and 5 pm. Appetizers, wine and/or punch will be served.
For more information call the gallery at 209-267-0203 or visit the website at gallery10suttercreek.com. Hours are 11 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Monday. The gallery is located at 15 Eureka Street, just off Main and next to Susan's Place.
PHOTOS:
1. "Sun Spot"
3. "Fjord Village"
4. "Autumn Walk"
5. Ted Smith "en plein air"
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