Presented by the Art League of the Chathams, the exhibition features the work of five artists who have painted together for years: PJ Aduskevicz, Susan Darienzo, Rita Riekstins Feeney, Nancy Kingman and Debora Thedinga. Their work shares a foundation in plein air painting, created outdoors directly from observation and natural light, while reflecting each artist's individual approach. The show's title points to a central theme of the medium: how sunlight, weather and shadow continuously transform a familiar view.
Works from the exhibit are available for sale, and additional artwork by Art League members is on display in the adjoining Exhibit Hall.
The Lundt-Glover Gallery is free, open to the public and accessible to visitors with disabilities. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Art League presents several shows each year at the municipal building, pairing featured exhibitions in the Lundt-Glover Gallery with member work in the building's strolling-gallery spaces.
The exhibit is part of the Art League's broader effort to support artists and arts education in the community. The nonprofit welcomes artists, families, patrons and supporters through its membership programs and is developing a Youth League through its Family Membership program to encourage young people to participate in exhibitions and creative activities.
The Art League also awards the annual $1,000 Rosemary Howlett Art Scholarship to a Chatham High School senior planning to continue an education in the visual arts. This year's recipient, Nina Belford, will attend Pratt Munson College of Art and Design this fall to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
“Shadows and Light: A Plein Air Group Show” remains on view through November 30. For information about the exhibit, Art League membership or future programs, visit artleagueofthechathams.org.