October 20th – November 24th, 2002
Reception: October 27^th, 1- 3:30 PM

This exhibit consists of 23 works – paintings, etchings and lithographs, or prints created with a combination of techniques. The works are a celebration of the creative spirit that consistently redefines itself in rare individuals like Barnet.  To continue to grow, to reinvent oneself, and to create new and exciting works in one's ninth decade is an extraordinary testament to the inquiring mind of an artist whose reputation is secure.  

Artist and Grandchild, 1990 Oil on Canvas 49 1/2" diameter
	Then and Now, 1989-90 Oil on canvas 53 1/4" x 45"

Born in Beverly, Massachusetts, in 1911, Will Barnet is a New Englander by birth and by temperament.  Barnet is universally respected as an innovative painter and printmaker. From the social-realism of the 30's, to abstract works of the 40's and 50's, to the figurative works of the last four decades, he has remained truthful to the elegance of his vision.

His works explore human relationships, primarily that of family.  The pared down, elegant portraits, at home or in the landscape, reveal that which is familiar and timeless.

	Blue Robe, 1971 Aquatint
The Studio, 1991 Oil on Canvas 47 1/2" x 40"

This exhibition primarily concentrates on portraiture from the 1970's through the 1990's: paintings, etchings, aquatints and serigraphs of family and friends. To indicate the continuity of Barnet's vision, two works that were created in the 1940's have also been included

	The Rattle" 1984 Oil on Canvas 48 1/2" x 31 1/2"
Striped Socks, 1946 Etching and drypoint AP/20 8 1/8" x 11 1/4"

Annual Gallery Fundraiser Speaker, Will Barnet - Friday, November 1^st

Will Barnet will speak at the annual Gallery fundraiser series “Looking at Contemporary Art” to be held on November 1st.  (Reservations are required. Please phone for information.)

Madame Butterfly, 1980 Color lithograph with serigraph 72/300 17 1/2" x 33 1/2"

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