2024 Annex Art Exhibits
Impressions of Nature, A Multi-Media Fine Art Exhibition
Thursday, September 26, 2024 – Sunday, October 20, 2024
Opening reception: Sunday, October 6 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Gallery Hours: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
About the Exhibit
Women Sharing Art, Inc. has been a long-time friend of the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, and this year is a celebration of their 7th multi-media exhibition. WSA is thrilled to present this autumn show entitled Impressions of Nature.
Women Sharing Art, Inc. offers support to its members, helping them pursue and promote their artistic passions. The 36 members of the organization are multi-talented women who possess a common bond as women artists sharing and exploring their artistic energies.
Together, the group is one large family that collectively expresses a multitude of artforms: mosaics, fused and stained glass, jewelry, textiles, pottery, photography, mixed media, and more.
This must-see exhibit, inspired by the beauty and diversity of nature, offers a captivating multimedia experience. It’s perfect for art lovers, nature enthusiasts, and those with a curiosity for the unexpected. The show immerses visitors in a dynamic celebration of the natural world, encouraging them to see familiar environments in new and imaginative ways.
“Showcasing the work of our members is always a proud moment for me. I never tire of the preparations for a show, of which there are many,” states Sue Miller, founder and President of Women Sharing Art. “It’s astonishing how, in the 17 years since our beginning, we’ve grown to be a consistently professional art presence on Long Island”.
Upcoming Exhibits
From Nature, with Love Norma Malinverno – Solo Show
Thursday, October 31, 2024 – Sunday, November 24, 2024
Opening reception: Sunday, November 3 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Gallery Hours: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
About the Artist
Norma Malinverno is a Brazilian-born artist and retired art educator who has called Long Island home since 1996.
Her international career spans three continents. She taught art at the American school of Rio de Janeiro for six years and the Singapore American School for four years before settling in the United States. For two decades, until her retirement in 2018, Norma shared her passion for art with middle school students in the East Meadow School District.
Throughout her life, Norma has explored various artistic media, including oils, pastels, watercolors, graphite, and mixed media. Her academic pursuits led her to Adelphi University, where she earned a master’s degree with a focus on printmaking. During this time, she honed her skills in woodcuts, etchings, monotypes, linoleum cuts, and solar plate prints.
Nature serves as a recurring theme in Nora’s work, with trees taking center stage in many of her pieces. Her portfolio also includes captivating depictions of the Brazilian rainforest and Long Island landscapes. Additionally, she finds joy in creating portraits and still-life compositions, showcasing her versatility as an artist.
Norma’s artwork has been displayed in galleries and exhibitions in all the countries she has called home. On Long Island her art has been featured in several venues, including Adelphi University, Garden City Huntington Arts Council, Huntington Phoenix Gallery, Bellport East End Arts Council, Riverhead Conklin House, Babylon Islip Arts Council, Islip Currently, Norma is presenting a solo exhibition at Bayard Cutting Arboretum in the Annex Gallery of the Manor House.
Entitled “From Nature With Love” this exhibit showcases her deep connection to nature and explores the interplay between natural elements and artistic expression. Her eclectic artwork derives from the exploration of various media.
Past Exhibits
Lori Horowitz, “Rooted in Humanity” – Thursday, April 4 – Sunday, April 28, 2024
Dimensional Abstraction A solo exhibit by Khurshid Saleem – Thursday, May 9, 2024 – Sunday, June 2, 2024
Impressions: The Artists Eye, The National League of American Pen Women – Monday, June 10, 2024 – Monday, July 8, 2024
Bayard Cutting Arboretum and Beyond, A Solo Exhibit by Holly Gordon – Monday, June 10, 2024 – Monday, July 8, 2024
Meet our Gallery Coordinator, Mireille Belajonas
“As an artist I have always found nature to be my greatest inspiration. Nature is life, in all aspects. Even when we don’t always know it on a conscious level, when we are outside amongst the trees and plants, we become calmer and our health and well-being get a boost. Similar effects on our mental and physical health happen when we look at an image that represents nature. Artists have found many ways to express their vision of nature, it can be photorealistic or abstract and everything in between. As your new curator I hope to bring many interesting artists to the Bayard Cutting Arboretum for everyone to enjoy. My special thanks go out to Victoria Beckert who has paved the path for me and I’m excited to Follow in her footsteps and go on this new journey with all of you.”
Mireille was born in Belgium and graduated as a goldsmith in Antwerp. Since 2000 she has lived in the USA and had her artwork shown in various libraries on Long Island as well as at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, The Reboli Center, ICA, and Moca. She is on the board of Women Sharing Art, a non-profit organization with a mission to bring together women artists and provide opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and community engagement. Together with her husband she owns and operates “Mirabela Studio of Music and Arts” in Port Jefferson where she has her artwork and collection of artisan greeting cards available for purchase.
For more information about upcoming exhibitions you can reach out to Mireille via email at mireillebelajonas@gmail.com or by phone (631)-603-9847.