Luna Stage to Hold Exhibition Of Carrie Emma's Paintings
Luna Stage will feature the acrylic paintings and other artwork by Montclair visual artist Carrie Emma in its Gallery starting Thursday, February 14, with an Opening Celebration on Sunday, February 17, from 5-7 pm. The exhibition will be displayed until Sunday, March 3, culminating in the auctioning off of a new large-format painting at the Luna Dinner Series fundraising event that evening.
Carrie Emma is an English-born artist who creates art in multiple media using fabric, papier-mache, canvas, and rocks. Often made from found objects or recycled materials, her work is "alive with color and energy," writes Liz Donovan in Morris/Essex Health & Life.
"I love color, texture, patterns. I'm constantly inspired by nature. I literally can't walk my dog without finding something beautiful that captures my attention and I have to stop and take a picture. I'm happiest working in my studio, music blaring, sun on my back, and my hands covered in paint, glue, or sequins!" says Carrie.
Carrie graduated from the prestigious central Saint Martins School of Art and Design in London, England, with a degree in fashion and print, and was a senior print artist for a designer in New York City for many years. In addition to creating her own artwork, Carrie shares her talents inspiring local children in after school programs. For more information on her work visit www.carrieemma.com.
The Luna Gallery will be open one hour prior to performances of Roan @ the Gates: Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 3pm through February 24, as well as by appointment with the Luna Stage office. The exhibition will also be on display during the Luna Dinner Series event on Sunday, March 3 from 6-9pm, when Carrie's newest large-scale acrylic painting will be auctioned off. The March 3 benefit is being presented in conjunction with The United Tastes of America (formerly Syria Supper Club). For details and reservations about the Luna Dinner Series, please visit www.LunaStage.org/Dinner.
About Luna Stage
Luna Stage develops and produces vibrant plays about local and global experiences. Luna brings communities together for artistic events that spark conversations and create understanding and change. Firmly rooted in New Jersey's Valley Arts District-a crossroads of cultures-the Company celebrates the diverse voices that surround us. As producer, educator, and innovator, Luna Stage is dedicated to eliminating barriers to participation and nurturing the next generation of audiences and artists.
Luna's classes for children and adults, and its developmental programs for early career artists, inspire community members to nurture their own creativity and vision.
Luna Stage has contributed to the development of over 80 new works for the stage, earning a reputation for artistic excellence. Some of those plays have gone on to productions in New York City and beyond. Luna's unique approach to producing, as well as the work itself, fosters an environment of inclusivity, understanding, and infinite possibility.
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