We are thrilled to present our upcoming exhibits at the Kittery Art Association. En Plein Air and Travels and Trails will be on view at the KAA from July 11th through August 11th with an Opening Reception on Friday, July 12th from 5-7pm. Free and open to the public, light refreshments will be provided.
En Plein Air: En Plein Air is a French expression that translates to “in the open air,” and refers to painting or drawing outdoors. Whether our artists are seasoned adventurers in working in nature, or are just beginning their journey, we are excited to bring you our annual En Plein Air exhibit.
Travels and Trails: Travel the world and back again – It’s art on the move. Whether artists seek inspiration from adventures abroad or find their muse in their own backyard. All Member Exhibition featuring works by Spotlight Artist Jeanne Maguire.
Jeanne Maguire: I am an abstract painter based in Kittery, Maine. My work explores themes of authenticity, spirituality, and humanity’s connection to nature through expressive brushwork and an intuitive painting process. By abstracting elements from the New England landscape that inspires me, I aim to create works that are emotionally resonant and evoke a sense of the sublime.
My process is very organic and in-the-moment. I build up layers of paint, scraping some areas away while allowing others to remain, creating a dynamic surface with depth and movement. Paint is allowed to drip, flow, and merge in unplanned ways. This spontaneous method taps into my subconscious and unlocks personal symbology from my own psyche and emotions.
Ultimately, my goal is to communicate universal truths about the human condition and our spiritual relationship to the natural world. My paintings serve as a gateway for viewers to access their own introspection and find their own personal meaning within the abstract forms and gestures.