Spotlight on the Arts
CAMP Rehoboth Puts Art at the Heart of the Community
CAMP Rehoboth is continuing to unveil its season of visual arts that shines a light on the talents of our community. Read on to learn about upcoming exhibitions you won’t want to miss! ▼
FEST ART 2023!
April 21 to May 25, 2023
Artists’ Reception: April 28,
3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
FEST ART 2023! is open at CAMP Rehoboth! Held in conjunction with CAMP Rehoboth’s Women’s FEST, this juried exhibition celebrates women in the arts and is CAMP Rehoboth’s largest community arts exhibition of the year.
Juror Roberta Tucci, a Delaware artist and teacher, was the juror for the exhibition. Over 100 artworks were entered for consideration, and she had the daunting task of selecting the art that comprises the exhibition.
Roberta chose 44 artworks by 44 artists and commented that this is “such a great group of artworks!” She was also inclusive of all mediums and new forms of art. FEST ART 2023! contains oil and acrylic paintings, photography, assemblage, ceramics, fabric art, stained glass, and digital art. It also includes the first non-fungible token (NFT) art to be exhibited at CAMP Rehoboth.
Artists are from throughout Delaware, as well as Maryland, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Wisconsin. And this year, FEST ART has gone global with artists from Japan and Venezuela exhibiting.
The exhibiting artists include Edward Alban, Karen Abato, AGUILAR, Nancy Allen, Helen E. Barnett, Daniel Bartasavich, Carol Dandrade, Rebecca Davidson, Sharrill Dittmann, Geri Dibiase, Jane Duffy, Ash Dunlap, Logan Farro, Kiara Florez, Susan Frey, JuneRose “JR” Futcher, Missy Gentile, Mary Gilligan, Taylor Gordon, Dee Gray, Helebo, Donna Hitchens, Laura Jednorski, Theresa Kehrer, Crystal Kilby, Jane Knaus, Mademoiselle l’eau, Wendy Labofish, Amy B. Nestor, Sara Lynn Paulish, Bev Pasquarella, Lorraine Quinn, Allyson Rice, Kim Schuler, Stained Glass by Yona, R. Stiles, Bea Stryjewski, Takibi, Theresa Taylor, Willow Troise, Sabina Troncone, Von Dickens Ulsa, Kathy Waterson, and Rita Woodward.
Attend the reception on April 28 from 3 to 5 p.m. to celebrate these talented artists! ▼
Mask Hysteria—New Works
by Murray Archibald
June 3 to 30, 2023
Opening Reception: June 3, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
While others were at home working on jigsaw puzzles, Murray Archibald was busy creating art. Mask Hysteria is Murray’s 21st solo exhibition, and CAMP Rehoboth is honored to host it.
This exhibition is comprised of three series, collections that each encapsulate a different aspect of this complex and challenging period.
Conceived in the early days of the COVID pandemic, the work was begun at a time when masks were standard attire. The first small paintings in LOCK DOWN 2020 focus only on the eyes. All we could see in those early days was the eyes. As the George Floyd protests spread around the world, the work expanded to become an exploration of all that is hidden from view.
The InterACTION Series explores relationships—with each other and with the world around us—and the viral nature of life and communication in the social media age.
Murray’s favorite themes continue to resonate in his new work. The HeartSCAPE Series plays with stories. Filled with transparent images and patterns, the heart of each “story” emerges from a chaotic and textured background.
Plan to attend the June 3 opening reception to see this thought-provoking new art from Murray, congratulate him on this latest exhibition, and see many friends too!
Murray Archibald is an artist and co-founder of CAMP Rehoboth (along with longtime CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director, co-founder, and husband Steve Elkins). He has served the organization and aided the community in many ways since its creation in 1991. In 2013 Murray and Steve were awarded the Order of the First State by Governor Jack Markell.
Art has the power to bring us together, break down barriers, and highlight our shared humanity. We hope you will participate as an exhibitor or patron. Watch Letters from CAMP Rehoboth, emails, and social media for updates on CAMP Rehoboth’s visual arts. ▼
Image above: Red Vase by Murray Archibald.
CAMP Rehoboth highlights our community’s unique history and culture, and serves to further diversity, equity, and inclusion by building unity and understanding. Exhibits may be viewed Monday-Friday (10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.). You may view and purchase the art on the CAMP Rehoboth website under the “SHOP” heading.