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DATES

Sep 18, 2024
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

LOCATION

Newport Performing Arts Center

777 W. Olive Street, Newport, OR 97365

Olive Street Gallery

777 West Olive Street, Newport, OR, USA

COST

FREE

Moods of Fantasy
Michael Somerscales

Opening Reception: 
September 18, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00pm
Olive Street Gallery, Newport
(777 W Olive St)

A collection of large-scale, fantastically abstract acrylic/oil paintings.

“We don’t create a fantasy world to escape reality. We create it to be able to stay.”  – Lynda Barry

Michael Somerscale’s paintings include initial applications of oil paint followed by layers of acrylic paint. He uses bold and vibrant color combinations, layering of paint, and has a playful execution of lines that guide us through the work. Somerscales incorporates segments and shapes where the eye can rest before continuing the visual journey through his paintings. The fantasies in his subconscious mind beckon the viewer into a new dimension, where they are invited to arrive at their own interpretation and mood.

Exhibit runs September 13 – November 24, 2024
Gallery open Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm


Michael Somerscales was born in England, and immigrated to America at age 20. He received his B of A at UC Berkeley and Masters of Fine Art degree from Stanford University where he studied under Frank Lobdell and Nathan Oliveira. His one man shows include Boody Fine Arts, St. Louis, MO, Village Galleries in Maui, HI, Quincy University, IL and Providence Hospital, Portland, OR. For further information on his Art, visit his website www.somerscales.us

Newport Performing Arts Center

777 W. Olive Street, Newport, OR 97365 - Get Directions

Olive Street Gallery

777 West Olive Street, Newport, OR, USA - Get Directions