GEAG OPENS NEW EXHIBIT

The Gateway East Artists Guild announces the opening of the Best of The Gateway East Artists Guild show at the Edwardsville Arts Center (EAC). The exhibit runs from now through July 9, 2021 and features artwork from Guild members who range from nationally known to local artists of note.

The varied assortment of artwork includes oil, acrylic, watercolor and gouache paintings to photography, pastels to pencil and more. The following artists were honored for their submissions: 3rd Honorable Mention, Sharon Campese, Gilded Lady (top left); 2nd Honorable Mention, Mike Anderson, Napoleon in Rags (top right); 1st Honorable Mention, Charlotte Johnson; Third Place, Christina MacMorran; Second Place, Agatha Klym, Summer Jewels (bottom left); First Place, Jay Burgmann, Open Road (on page 5); Best in Show, Ron Vivod, Prisoner (bottom right).

Everyone is encouraged to visit the EAC to see this collection of impressive works. Until the EAC gallery resumes regular walk-in hours, they are asking that visitors schedule time slots to visit. Available hours will be on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m. You can schedule an appointment time by visiting their website at edwardsvilleartscenter.com. They are allowing up to 10 visitors at a time. Masks will be required for all visitors and hand sanitizer will be available as well. Note: please call or

check the web site for possible updates.

The GEAG is an organization for art enthusiasts with ALL levels of skill; from nationally recognized artists to those who are just beginning. GEAG is a non-profit group that promotes the visual arts in the Metro-East community. Please visit the website for more information at www.GEAG.net.

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