ART EXHIBITIONS

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CASSANDRA JAMES at Laguna Gloria's Gatehouse Gallery, 3809 West 35th Street, Austin, TX
     This former teacher at AMOA School of Art will display some of her stunning oil paintings and her personal sketchbooks beginning Sunday November 15th, with a preview reception from 6-8 p.m.. The Gatehouse Gallery's hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. It's best to park outside the grounds and walk to the Gatehouse just inside the entrance to your left.
     It is wonderful to have Cassandra and her husband Mark Bierner back in Austin. Charles and I have painted with Cassandra in Tuscany, North Carolina, and of course here in central Texas. I can assure you will be delighted with her work.
     Quote by John Singer Sargent: "Sketch everything and keep your curiousity fresh."  Cassandra's sketch books will demonstrate that!

KEVA RICHARDSON at The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Austin
     The church features the work of artist-members in the administration building. The current exhibition, PAINTINGS AND DRAWINGS by KEVA RICHARDSON, can be seen and enjoyed M-F from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and on Sunday. The church is located on the corner of Windsor Road and Exposition Blvd.
    
    

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