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Show dates are Feb. 4th- 28th, 2025

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Western Hills by Kathy Paskey
Trees by Dena Amend

The Emerald Art Center presents

“For the Love of Painting” by the

Plein Air Painters of Lane County. PPLC are showing a combination of their plein air paintings plus work that has been done in their studios. Their preference is to work outdoors, however, many of them are daunted by weather and resort to painting landscapes from photos. They are also artists who enjoy painting subjects other than landscapes. This show represents the wide range of talents in their group.

Also showing are Featured EAC Members: Kristi Moomey and Sarah Bloom Kinser.

 

Kristi Moomey is showing: "Slice of Life: A Journey Through Art and Time". Her latest series, Slice of Life, is a testament to this journey. Drawing inspiration from the rings of a tree, Kristi uses resin to craft visual cross-sections of life itself. Each ring tells a story—of growth and abundance, drought and fire, resilience and rebirth. It’s a powerful metaphor for the human experience, a reminder that life’s seasons, whether joyful or challenging, leave their marks on us, shaping who we are.

"If we could take a slice from our heart or journal," Kristi reflects, "what would it reveal? Would it show years of joy, the scars of hardship, or the quiet courage it takes to rebuild?" Just like a tree’s rings, our lives are layered, with each season leaving behind its indelible story.

Through her resin paintings, Kristi seeks to celebrate this beauty and struggle. But more than that, she hopes to inspire courage in others. She invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys and to embrace the bravery required to dream big, rebuild after loss, and step out in faith. “Life is a masterpiece in progress,” Kristi says, “layered with trials, triumphs, and the promise of new growth.”

Slice of Life is more than art—it’s an invitation to connect, to honor life’s complexity, and to see beauty in the scars. With each piece, Kristi shares not only her craft but her heart, reminding us all that life, like resin, is best appreciated one luminous layer at a time.

Sarah Bloom Kinser is showing "Celebration of Oregon". Up-cycler, "Dreamer", creator of her own sunshine, Sarah is showcasing a selection of her acrylic landscapes depicting Oregon- its Oregon's birthday this month! 

When she is not in her studio, Sarah brings her art to Archery Elk Camp in September and enjoys painting on her boat along local rivers during the spring and summer months.

In her professional endeavors, Sarah offers Mobile Paint and Maker Parties across Lane County and neighboring cities, collaborating with venues like the Emerald Art Center. Interested individuals can find her classes scheduled every first Sunday and Last Thursday of the month.

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Sarah Bloom Kinser #2
Kristi Moomey #1
Thomas Kinkade Print

Plus select artwork from the Emerald Art Center's Collection will be shown and for sale.

 

And New Work from members of the Emerald Art Center.

Gallery Admission:
Suggested Donation
$3 per person
$5 per family

500 Main Street, Springfield, OR 97477
541-726-8595

 

Tuesday through Saturday

Gallery Hours 11am - 4pm  

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