Exhibits

From the savannas of Kenya and the "Great Migration", jaguar in Brazil, polar bear in the Arctic Circle, to walking amongst grizzlies in Alaska, Steve Upton has photographed wildlife non-stop. Somewhere along that journey, photography stopped being about camera settings and gadgets and evolved into a form of story telling. In essence, (says Upton) mission shifted from a pursuit of technical expertise to one of capturing the world's most awesome and beautiful creatures in their environments and bringing their stories home. Maintaining habitats is the only way populations can escape extinction but his comes in direct contrast with the development pressures of an ever expanding world. "Hopefully, my photography can stimulate conversations about the value of co-existence and just how to accomplish this noble cause." --from artist statement

A compass rose if a circle showing the cardinal directions indicated on a map. Deerfield Elementary School fourth graders used careful measurements and compass tools to create their unique artistic designs. Displayed upstairs through June 15. Be sure to leave your comment in our comment book.

Artist Statement – Kathy Lowry I derive my inspiration from nature and the beautiful area we live in. I paint primarily outdoors on location (en plein air), to spend time in nature and to observe the best light and color. A Landscape Architect by trade, I have no formal art background. I learn through occasional workshops and by painting wherever I go.

PORTRAITS IN OIL BY JANNA ESSIG

PLEXUS Acyclic Painitngs by Deborra Stewart-Pettengill

Acrylic paintings by Tess Rock.

Paintings by Deerfield Elementary School First Grade Students, inspired by folk artist Heather Galler.

Macrame Wall Hangings by Louise Mahoney