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PAINTED LADIES 2 ART EXHIBIT 2023

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PAINTED LADIES 2 ART EXHIBIT: 6 women artists
OPENING RECEPTION: July 8, 2021   /   12:00 - 2:00 PM

ON EXHIBIT: July 8 - July 28
​A month-long exhibit dedicated to 6 very talented G53 artists: Bonnie Potter, Rita Sarris, Ellen Zimitravich, Jane St. Onge, Joanne Nassar and Nola Eddy.

Stay tuned for more details!
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BONNIE POTTER: the master at work in her studio!
ABOUT BONNIE POTTER . . .
Bonnie Potter is an award-winning painter who shows extensively across New England. Originally a native of Maine, that state’s natural beauty strongly influences Ms. Potter’s paintings. Her love of art and nature combine to create harmonious settings that provide a resting place for the viewer.

“My passion for painting has brought me great joy and fulfillment. As I have extended my boundaries of knowledge and skill in the arts, I have found a deep sense of fulfillment. I take great pride in my accomplishments and pleasure in bringing beauty to the canvas,” Bonnie says.

Bonnie studied extensively with Bruce Raven and attended Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. Many of her paintings hang in private collections from New Jersey to Main.  She's also painted numerous commissioned works for clients. Her subject matter covers a broad-spectrum including landscapes, still life and portraits.

Ms. Potter has competed in local and national shows, winning numerous awards locally, including best in oils as well as pastel awards. On the national level, she has won awards for her pastel works and exhibited in galleries throughout Connecticut. Ms. Potter previously sat on the Board of the Connecticut Pastel Society. She is currently a member and instructor at Gallery 53.
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RITA SARRIS, artist & arts administrator extraordinaire!
ABOUT RITA SARRIS . . . 
​Rita Sarris is an outstanding fine artist as well as arts administrator. Rita studied oil painting with Bruce Raven and Pastels with David Cain and Mally DeSomma. She is currently a member of Gallery 53, Cheshire Art League, and the Watertown Art League where she served as treasurer in the past. Her art has been exhibited in shows at Goldsmiths in Cheshire, Waterbury Hospital, Cheshire Academy, at The Orchards, in Watertown and at Gallery 53. 

Additionally, Rita was director of Gallery 53 from February 2006 to December 2019. As Director she oversaw both the business and artistic administration of Gallery 53. Rita was responsible for scheduling art classes, workshops, and demonstrations. She coordinated exhibits, supervised volunteers, and arranged monthly art shows. Previously Rita was owner and office manager for Sarris Real Estate in Cheshire where she oversaw every aspect of the business. She studied business law, economics, and accounting at Quinnipiac University. As Director of Gallery 53 Sarris combined both her business skills and her love of art.