ArtWalk Wraps Up on Nov. 5 with Something Special for Everyone

NEWBURYPORT, Mass. - Oct. 24, 2016 - PRLog -- Art and beautiful gifts can be found throughout the Cultural District of Newburyport at the fourth and final ArtWalk of 2016 on Saturday, November 5th  from 11-6 p.m. The historic seaport becomes a treasure map for locals and visitors who pick up a free brochure/map and follow the self-guided Newburyport ArtWalk tour to 20+ participating galleries and partner locations.

The public is invited to take part in ArtWalk's free events, browse a variety of artwork in traditional and contemporary styles, shop, dine, and soak in all scenery the Port City has to offer. A free brochure/map of all venues is available at participating galleries, the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, the passageway between State and Inn Street and at ArtWalk Partners' locations.

Among the special activities planned for November's ArtWalk are:

* Connor Summers Gallery: Connor Summers Gallery is featuring equestrian themed artwork by gallery owner Cathy Connor, including a new series of greeting cards. The gallery will also be showing work by Janice Updike, Marcia Hermann, Gordon Pryzbyla, Michael Updike, and Cathy Connor. Light refreshments will be served. 48 Market Street, Newburyport

* Sweethaven Gallery: "Three Photographers – Three Journeys" is on display from Nov. 2 – Nov. 27. George Disario, Bobby Schatz and Frank Siteman first met in Rockport, Maine and this is the first time in their 30 + year friendship that their work has hung side by side. Meet the artists and hear their stories and enjoy light refreshments at the opening reception during ArtWalk from 1–6 p.m. 25L Inn Street, Newburyport

* Indigo Artist Studio/Alan Bull Studio: "10" is number to celebrate at Indigo Artist Studio this November. Studio artist Mary Arthur Pollak will feature new and revisited monotypes exhibited over the last 10 years at Indigo.  In addition, "10 Trucks," a preview of Alan Bull's oils, acrylics and miniature watercolors that will be exhibited at the Salisbury Public Library in November, will also be showcased.  To celebrate this fabulous decade, a 10%  discount will be given on all art during the November ArtWalk. Party fare will be served.  53 Middle St., Newburyport.

* Valerie's Gallery: Meet two of our artists, fine art photographer Joan Kocak and potter Erin Moran, at the November ArtWalk from 1-5 p.m. Erin Moran makes her vibrant, colorful pottery using her hands (not wheel thrown). Joan Kocak is a former graphic designer who is enchanted with all forms of photography – analog, digital, toy cameras, and alternative process. Stop by to speak with these inspired  artisans. 26 State Street, Newburyport

* Spirit of Newburyport: In celebration of his business's tenth anniversary, artist/photographer John William Brown is featuring a new holiday design, "Inn Street Christmas," retrieved from his archives and first photographed in 2006. Other featured exhibits will include mural depictions of his Newburyport Harbor series of the past ten years. 32 Water Street, Newburyport

* Sisters We Three: This artisan shop offers an eclectic mix of fine art and handmade items including jewelry, accessories, paintings, photography, pottery, mixed media, and fiber art by over two hundred artisans from Newburyport and throughout New England.  57 Pleasant Street, Newburyport

* 36 Liberty Street Studios: Guest artist Sam Kimball is returning to showcase his paintings along with the ethereal artwork of E. Tobin Eckian on the first floor. Upstairs on the second floor, Portrait and Fine Art Photography by Kiki Larouge is excited to welcome back Saya Studio Handbag Design with her the one-of-a-kind beautiful bags and the exquisite jewelry hand crafted by Seana Cullinan  of Portland, Maine. Bubbles served. 36 Liberty Street, Newburyport

* Firehouse Center for the Arts: Celebrate the infinite and eternal in the simplicity of natural objects at Dimitri Serdukoff's photography exhibit "…time to cast stones…" on view at the Institution for Savings Art Gallery at the historic Firehouse Center for the Arts from 12 October – 6 November 2016. Market Square, Newburyport

* Newburyport Art Association: The Fall Members Juried Show Part II is on display from Nov. 4-19. There will be an opening reception and awards ceremony on Saturday night during ArtWalk, which is  free and open to the public. The show features works in acrylic, fine craft, mixed media, pastel, and photography. Jurors are Paula Estey of Paula Estey Gallery and Sandra Lepore of Lepore Fine Arts, both of Newburyport MA. Tilton Wealth Management is the sponsor of the NAA Fall exhibition season. 65 Water Street, Newburyport

* Paula Estey Gallery (PEG):  "H O M E Show, An Invitational" explores the definition of home from a shelter, a refuge, to the place of you lay your heart. It runs from November 4th to December 21 with an opening party from 6-8 p.m. on November 11th. 3 Harris Street, Newburyport

About ArtWalk

The 2016 Newburyport ArtWalk events take place on four Saturdays this year. They are free and open to the public. A collaborative of galleries offer special exhibitions, artist demos, lectures, tours, and visual art, all within easy walking distance. Local restaurants, cafes and coffee shops also display original art on a rotating basis. ArtWalk 2016 participants include: 36 Liberty St. Studios, Alan Bull Paintings, Connor Summers Gallery, Firehouse Center for the Arts, Indigo Artist Studio, Newburyport Art Association, Paula Estey Gallery, Sisters We Three, Somerby's Landing Sculpture Park, Spirit of Newburyport, Studio 5, Sweethaven Gallery, and Valerie's Gallery. ArtWalk partner businesses include: 17 State Street Cafe, Atomic Cafe Coffee Roasters, Commune Cafe (formerly Caffe di Siena), Plum Island Coffee Roasters, Chococoa Baking Company & Cafe, the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, Middle Street Foods, and The Tannery Marketplace. Follow along on http://artwalknewburyport.blogspot.com and www.facebook.com/newburyportartwalk to stay informed of the latest activities.