The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens is pleased to announce a new exhibit of works by Lisa DeLoria Weinblatt. The show, on view until December 30th, opened with an artists’ reception on Saturday, November 14th.

About the Artist

Lisa Deloria Weinblatt is a figurative painter whose imagery is informed through personal experience, memory and direct observation. The paintings comprising SCHOOL LUNCH present images concerning the nature and passions of relationships. This series is a pictorial essay of contemporary student life, in real educational settings. Contemporary cross-cultural issues and their emotional attitudes are explored in the shared experience of school lunch. SCHOOL LUNCH is generated from direct observation, drawing on location, afternoons in the lunchrooms of High Schools, University and College campuses.

Each individual, as well as those in group interactions, in Ms. Weinblatt’s paintings is drawn in the moment. Everyone in these paintings is an actual person. The SCHOOL LUNCH paintings seek to promote discussion and understanding of one another, while encouraging tolerance and acceptance.

SCHOOL LUNCH underlines perceptions which affirm cultural identity, brings together ideas espousing contemporary social justice, gender and political concerns while encouraging a belief in the quality of human spirit. The artist’s objectives include continuing to forge a bridge connecting a multi-cultural society with achievement through cooperation and acceptance.

Dennis Wepman, Curator of the Karpeles Museum”, NY states “This artist incorporates a dynamic narrative in the paintings, implicit of the energy and tension of real-life encounters…”.

The doors are open most Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. The artist will be on-site Saturdays from 11am – 2 pm. Email ahead if you plan to visit: [email protected]

About The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens

The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens is there for everyone to enjoy. Its Mission is simple: To create a gathering place in Washington that invites friends and neighbors to relax, learn, play and share all that our community offers. As the literal and figurative role as the town square; it is a place that welcomes artists, musicians, actors, dancers and audiences of all ages. It is home to outdoor movies, farmers markets, children’s arts and crafts, holiday celebrations, tributes to town volunteers, art exhibits, and much more. Learn more about our ongoing community programs and events calendar or how to make a donation at thejudyblackparkandgardens.org

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Washington Depot, CT 06794
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