February 9 through March 10, 2013
A lively and diverse exhibition of original works by Berkshire County high school art students celebrating the region’s talented youth will be on view.
Istvan Banyai: Stranger in a Strange Land
Distinguished Illustrator Series
March 9, 2013 through May 5, 2013
An innovative Hungarian-born artist whose illustrations have been sought after by clients throughout the world, Istvan Banyai made his mark as an award-winning artist in the United States, and has been creating persuasive, elegant artworks for publishers and corporations for more than thirty years.
Heroes and Villains: The Comic Book Art of Alex Ross
November 10, 2012 through February 24, 2013
One of the greatest artists in the field of comic books, Alex Ross has revitalized classic superheroes into works of fine art with his brilliant use of watercolor. Just as Andy Warhol elevated soup can labels into multi-million dollar artworks, Ross has transformed comic books. By building on the foundation of the great artists who came before him― Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, John Romita, Neal Adams, George Perez, and others―Ross’ paintings have revolutionized the comic book industry and transcended the newsstand origins of his profession.
All in the Rockwell Family: The Art of Mary-Amy Cross
December 1, 2012 through February 3, 2013
It is said that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, and for artist Mary-Amy Cross―the talented second-cousin of legendary American illustrator Norman Rockwell―the idiom certainly rings true.
Norman Rockwell: Home for the Holidays
November 16, 2012 through January 21, 2013
During the holiday season, Norman Rockwell’s anxiously awaited illustrations brought good cheer to millions of Americans who encountered his images on the covers and pages of their favorite magazines, and on holiday cards that brought the spirit of the holidays home. His memorable, enduring images, which reflected the best in us, are on view in this special holiday installation of original artworks and objects. Original drawings for Hallmark cards, paintings inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic story, A Christmas Carol, a point-of-purchase Coca-Cola Santa, and costumes and props featured in Rockwell’s artwork will be on view.
