Cantrell Gallery to Host “Stop the Presses!”, an exhibit of art by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Staff

 

The talented employees of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette return to Cantrell Gallery for the latest edition of “Stop the Presses!” – the art of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.  This is a show you will not want to miss.  We have hosted this group exhibit many times in the past, but it’s been about 6 years since the most recent. We are excited to have this group back. There is much more talent than just what you see in the paper each day!

The show and sale of art by employees of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette will open with a reception on Friday, July 8; 6 – 8:00 pm. Mark your calendar now. Refreshments will be served.  The public is invited.  Come meet the artists!

Exhibiting in the show will be some familiar names from the pages of the newspaper including: John Deering who is editorial cartoonist and creator of the nationally syndicated comics “Zack Hill” and “Strange Brew”; Cary Jenkins, Bridal editor and accomplished photographer; Benjamin Krain, photographer, who has won numerous awards for his photography and has shown at the Arkansas Arts Center’s Delta Exhibtion; John Sykes Jr., chief photographer, specializes in computer art/photography; Celia Storey, editor of Monday Style section which is focused on fitness and health and is a potter; Ron Wolfe, award-winning features writer and works in watercolor & illustration; Nikki Dawes, graphic artist, works in a number of visual mediums including acrylic and digital art; Kirk Montgomery, assistant managing editor for graphics and design, paints in acrylic and oil.

“Stop the Presses!” will continue through September 3 during gallery hours, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Saturday.  Note: Cantrell Gallery will be closed from July 15 at 2:00 – July 18 at 10:00 am.

Please feel free to contact Cindy Scott-Huisman at Cantrell Gallery if you have any further questions, or if you would like an image of a piece that will be in this exhibit.