Abacoa & Alton Neighbors - February 2022

F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 2 | Abacoa &Alton N E I G H B O R S 31 CHARITY SPOTLIGHT painted, hyper-realistic porcelain sculptures. This art depicts 3D items of everyday Americana, including utilitarian art objects such as paint cans, tubes, brushes, pencils, and other artist tools that have seized the attention of collectors, and have been installed in public and corporate spaces. The exhibition will also include a Pop Art Jewelry Show & Sale featuring Warhol-inspired necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, and broaches created by artists from across the country. In addition, James Thurman’s Paper Alchemy show of patented Thurmanite art made of handcrafted material created entirely of layered recycled paper and eco-resin is used in jewelry and home accessories. For more information visit, lighthousearts.org/warhol/. 9TH ANNUAL PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL (March 27 - April 2, 2022) The 9th Annual Plein Air Festival is known to be the premier Plein Air Festival in the Southeastern United States. The artists, who paint “en plein air” or outdoors are carefully selected from all over the country to participate in this week- long festival. The festival kicks off with a Paint Out Competition at the beautiful Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens on March 27. March 28 - March 31 the artists paint in picturesque locations throughout Palm Beach and Martin Counties competing against one another for cash and prizes. A Collector’s Party takes place on April 1 with the festival ending on April 2 with an art sale and live painting event. Art enthusiasts have the opportunity to learn and collect from the most highly regarded plein air artists in the country. A list of the participating artists and a full schedule of events can be found at lighthousearts.org/ pleinairfestival2022/. About Lighthouse ArtCenter: Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery & School of Art, located in Tequesta, FL, is a 501c(3) not-for-profit founded in 1964 by eight artists and Christopher Norton. The ArtCenter is dedicated to the visual arts whose mission is to inspire, engage and connect our community through a vibrant school of art, unique exhibitions and diverse special events. The center has grown into a three-building campus consisting of a Gallery & 2D Studio, 3D Studio, and a Jewelry & Textile Studio. Supported by memberships, tuition, grants, and donations, Lighthouse ArtCenter serves over 20,000 visitors, 3000 students, 45 faculty members, 400 summer art campers, and a comprehensive outreach program to benefit under-served populations. For more information visit https:// www.lighthousearts.org. YOUR WELL-CRAFTED HOME DESERVES A WELL-CRAFTED MORTGAGE. “29 years of Service with Integrity!” Steven Maione President Office: (561) 775.2724 Cell: (561) 262-5626 2560 RCA Blvd. Ste 114, PBG, FL steve@archmortgage.com www.archmortgage.com NMLS 334279-184989     FREE      