Shaping up to be a good show

Enjoy a pleasant abstraction at the new exhibit, “Color, Texture, Passion” featuring the abstract work of local artist Victoria Biedron. The exhibit runs from Wednesday, Feb. 7 through March 31 at the Olive Street Gallery inside the Newport Performing Arts Center.

An opening reception will take place on Wednesday from 5:30 to 7 pm. Light refreshments and wine will be served.

Biedron creates her “heartfelt abstracts” using a combination of materials and techniques: acrylics, oil pastels, charcoal, paper and scraping implements that help her to create unique and interesting textures.

“I love using acrylics for my abstracts because of its flexibility and ability to be layered, scraped and drawn on," she said. "Painting is a never-ending journey of self-expression and style discovery."

Relying on experimentation and introspection, Biedron transfers deep emotions and expressions from within to the canvas or other material, including birch board, providing an evocative experience for the viewer.

“We’re excited to present Victoria’s work in our Olive Street Gallery,” said Chasse Davidson, director of the Newport Visual Arts Center. “With her trademark palette that incorporates vibrant turquoise, teals and purples, she creates abstract work that is deeply stirring. Bold, intense compositions with textures that add depth, interest and intrigue.” 

Exhibits at Olive Street Gallery can be viewed from 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Friday, at 777 W Olive Street. For more information, go to coastarts.org or call 541-265-2787.