PAINTINGS BY SARAH LUTZ AND RICHARD BAKER Jean-George Vongerichten, a New York celebrity restaurateur, describes “amuse-bouche” as the “best way for a great chef to express his or her big ideas in little bites.” It is a fitting thematic for the work of two remarkably talented painters — Richard Baker and Sarah Lutz — in their collaborative site-specific show this August in The Gallery at Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill. This departure into installation as a form of expression comes from Baker’s exploration of the genre with “Holiday” this past February at New York’s Tibor De Nagy Gallery. “An artist friend said to me during a visit, ‘Your studio is the art.’ So, I re-created elements of it within the gallery,” Baker said. This visitor’s keen observation, along with “Against Interpretation,” an essay by Susan Sontag and Jacques Tati’s film, “Monsieur Hulot’s … [Read more...] about Amuse-Bouche
July/August 2014
Coastal Route 1
Although visitors may not make pilgrimages to Route 1 like they do to Route 66, the East Coast thoroughfare does make for an attractive summer road trip. The coastal stretches of Route 1 in Maine are particularly appealing. Freeport, Brunswick and Bath are all within 18 miles of one another, and they boast a mix of historic atmosphere and modern flair, with eclectic boutiques, fine restaurants and, of course, a diverse art scene. Freeport is a popular tourist destination for its charming historic architecture and plethora of outlet stores, not to mention L.L. Bean, a mecca for the outdoorsy. But, there is more to the town than shopping opportunities. Start your journey early to take advantage of the irresistible offerings at Frosty’s Donuts (45 Main St.). Adjacent to Frosty’s is the Freeport Historical Society, which presents fascinating exhibits about the town’s … [Read more...] about Coastal Route 1
Welcome
Welcome to our July/August issue; while it took longer than usual for temperatures to reach the level that causes New Englanders to abandon their spring (and in some cases, winter) clothing, as June took hold, crowds started to fill the streets of summer resort and vacation locations throughout the region. We received wonderful feedback on our May/June issue’s extended wanderlust presentations; you’ll find the second half of our New England art road trip suggestions in the pages ahead: Jamie Thompson runs down the galleries along Maine’s Coastal Route 1 in Freeport, Brunswick and Bath; J. Fatima Martins introduces you to Northern Connecticut’s not-so “Quiet Corner,” while further south, Kristin Nord visits the state’s midcoastal region; and Alexandra Tursi gives you a series of reasons to spend a good part of August in Vermont’s Mad River Valley.” It’s … [Read more...] about Welcome