“The Retiree” by Karen Mark

COURTESY |  Karen Mark

 

Artworks of Hillsdale, a nonprofit group, will host “An Afternoon of Art,” at Rough Draft May 4 from 12-4 p.m, featuring art by local artists.

The group, located in Studio 42 which shares a space with Rough Draft, intends to promote local artistry in the community and economically support mixed media artists by hosting events that feature their work. 

“We’re looking forward to showing the community the talented artists that live and work here,” board member and local artist Karen Mark said. “We want to educate the community about what we do, and to attract artists to participate in our weekly drawing sessions and to join our organization.”

“An Afternoon of Art” is sponsored by Woman’s Life Chapter 747 and County National Bank.

Mark said the event will feature fine art pieces using different media, including oils, colored pencil, acrylic, and mixed. 

There will be realism, impressionism, and abstract art,” Mark said. “In other words, we’ll display things that appeal to all.”

According to Mark, all the work shown at “An Afternoon of Art” will be available for purchase. In addition, many of the artists will be accepting commissions at the event.

Kim Farnham, also a board member of Artworks, is one of the artists participating inthe event. Farnham said the pieces she will showcase each took around 25 hours of focused work. 

“I’m a realistic colored pencil artist, attempting to create lifelike work by carefully layering and blending colors,” Farnham said. “The result is artwork that looks almost photographic, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty in every detail.”

Farnham said she is excited to see the work of other local artists, and hopes to gain inspiration from those working with different media.

“Each artist brings a unique perspective and approach, shaped by their chosen medium,” Farnham said. “This presents a valuable learning opportunity to observe artistic techniques, explore unfamiliar materials, and gain insight into how others solve artistic challenges.”

Farnham said she is happy to explain her creative process to any guests who attend.

“It’s set in a very welcoming venue,” she said. “Guests are invited to relax and enjoy a beverage or a snack while browsing an inspiring collection of artwork from some of the area’s finest creatives.”