BELLOWS FALLS-The Rockingham Arts and Museum Project (RAMP) is hosting an exhibit of watercolors created by local artist Brad Dunbar at Project Space 9 in Bellows Falls. The work captures still lifes, landscapes, and birds. The exhibit will run through Dec. 31.
Dunbar, a native Vermonter, was raised in Springfield. His education in the public school system introduced him to ceramics and sketching and, in college, he was introduced to charcoal drawing.
While raising a family and running a business, he did not have time for artwork, but he always enjoyed nature, gardening, and being outside. In the 1970s he was able to study with Les Sheehan in Saxtons River, and after retirement, he has had more time to explore watercolors. He says he has "always preferred the appearance of watercolor and the relationship between paper and pigment."
The Project 9 Gallery space is a public gallery in the lobby of the Exner Block at 9 Canal St. The building was renovated and opened in 2000 to provide affordable housing with a preference given to artists. It includes six retail storefronts.
Project Space 9 is wheelchair accessible; call in advance to make arrangements. For more information, contact RAMP at 802-463-3252 or ramp@sover.net.
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