By Liz Mitchell
The spring art show and competition is coming in March to
Franklin Square Gallery in Southport. What a treat with some amazing paintings and pottery plus opportunities to meet many talented regional artists.
Cathy Johnson’s owl in charcoal is shown here. She is one of the many local exhibitors who will be part of this event. She will also be displaying her work at Airlie Gardens, March 13 celebrating Green Day, and will exhibit at the Cape Fear Wildlife Expo in Wilmington, March 20 and 21. She shows regularly in the
Ricky Evans Gallery in Southport.
Cathy lives in Bolivia and uses charcoal, graphite, wood and acrylics to create her artwork. She is self-taught, although she has studied at UNC-Wilmington. Her special interest is nature with emphasis on the fascinating coastal birds of prey and wildlife.
Members of the Associated Artists of Southport, and non-members, participate in the month-long event. Cash prizes are awarded for the winning work judged by Pam Toll and Traudi Thornton, both of whom are internationally recognized professional artists.
The non-profit membership organization’s gallery is located in a beautiful 1904 building which was originally a school, then the City Hall — a community building and a library. Workshops and classes are frequently offered here. The gallery will be open for the March show, Monday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Admission is free. All work exhibited in this show is for sale.