Current Exhibition, March, 2025 "Quite a Stretch - Exploring New Mediums"
Featured Artists: Jane Rollins and Jenny Thompson
and, in the United in Community Gallery:
Westerly Senior Center Adult Painting Class
March 5 — 30
Opening Reception: Friday, March 7th, 5-8pm
Gallery Hours in March:
Wednesday — Saturday, 11am - 7pm
Sundays 1-5 pm
In 1980, Jane Rollins took a calligraphy class to wind down from the pressure of her Special Education career. She became mesmerized by the meditative practice of the letterforms, which combined a fascination for ancient history and love of words and letters. Four years later she left the field of special education and began her own business as a professional freelance calligrapher.
Recently, Rollins' work has combined the gestural lines with traditional letter forms. She enjoys experimenting with unconventional lettering tools and mediums which allow for more freedom of expression while creating layers of texture and complexity.
Her artwork has appeared in various international juried publications and she has exhibited throughout the New England area. In 2018 her work was accepted for publication in the annual Letter Arts Review. She is a founding member of the West Bay Open Studios and a member and past president of Masscribes. She is a member of Wickford Art Association and the Warwick Center of the Arts.
See her ACGOW Artist's Page and Website HERE.
Jenny Thompson creates acrylic landscapes and seascapes that capture the beauty of nature and invite viewers into moments of inspiration and serenity. Her work is rooted in a deep love for the natural world, which she expresses through soft palettes and emotive brushstrokes that create a sense of connection and positivity. Jenny infuses each piece with her signature style while enjoying the creative process of tailoring her work to reflect personal stories and cherished memories.
See her ACGOW Artist's Page HERE.
A Selection of Artists' Works You'll See in March
Thank You to Our March Sponsors!
John J. Gentile, Jr., Esq.
A born and raised Rhode Islander with over 40 years real estate experience
148 Main Street
Westerly, RI 02891
401-596-3693
62 High Street
Westerly, RI 02891
Upcoming ACGOW Exhibitions, 2025
April 3 - April 27
Annual Regional Exhibition
Opening Night - Friday Aril 4th 5:00-8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - Regional Show
April 30 - June 1
"Local Color - Ciao Italia"
Opening Night - Friday May 2nd 5:00-8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - Stonington Plein Air Painters
June 4 - June 29
"Birds, Bees, & Bloom"
Opening Night - Friday June 6th 5:00-8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - South Eastern Connecticut Life Drawing Group
July 2 - July 27
"Diptychs & Triptychs"
Opening Night - Wednesday July 2nd 5:00-8:00pm
In our Community Gallery - Art It forward & ACGOW Art Students
Art From Community Projects or Art Heist
July 30 - August 31
"Shade of Blue"
Opening Night - Friday August 1st 5:00-8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - Art Heist Artwork
September 4 - September 28
"Imagine Peace"
Opening Night - Friday September 5th 5:00 - 8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - Olean Center Art Group
October 1 - October 26
All Members Exhibit
Opening Night - Friday October 3rd 5:00 - 8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - All Members Artwork
October 29 - November 30
"Small Treasures - Holiday Gift Show"
Opening Night - Friday November 7th 5:00 - 8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - Holiday Show
December 3 - December 23
"The Joy of Giving - Annual Holiday Show"
Opening Night - Wednesday December 3rd 5:00 - 8:00pm
In Our Community Gallery - Holiday show