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“I take my inspiration from color, light, movement and the abstract within shapes. I will never tire of the amazing beauty around here. My husband and I take what we call meanders, poking down a road, going over another hill and waiting a few more moments for the change in light.” ~ Janet Jaworski

For the months of June and July The Village Gallery welcomes Janet Jaworski, oil painter. Please join us for Janet’s opening reception on Saturday, June 10th, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. The Gallery is located at 300 Hodges Street, Oriental.

Janet was born and raised in central New England were the mountains and rocks form the landscape. Discouraged from becoming a fine artist, she eventually worked as a graphic designer for local newspapers. For over 30 years, Janet worked as a professional graphic designer and art director in the building material, furniture, and financial industries … but her painterly streak kept calling.

Janet returned to the Worcester Art Museum—where she had studied in her early 20’s—and focused on her painting. She became a Corporator at the Museum, where she participated in classes and workshops, creating a foundation in art that she continues to build upon.

Janet now pursues her love of art in North Carolina, quite a way from New England. Many of her paintings are from photos taken by her husband of this stunning region. Challenging herself to paint and paint, the results are bigger, smaller, looser, and more colorful canvases.

Thank you to everyone who attended our 9th annual Black Velvet Event and to all the artists ands volunteers who donated their time and talent to make the afternoon so special.

~ Judy Wayland, Director

The Gallery is located at 300 Hodges Street in Oriental, NC . The gallery’s display changes frequently with different artists and works presented.