Artist Spotlight: Francis Hines

Artist Spotlight: Francis Hines

September 24, 2021 2 Comments

Francis Hines lived in Connecticut for periods of time, even working as chief commercial artist at the iconic G. Fox & Co in Hartford during its prime. However, Hines was a New York artist through and through.  It’s where he summoned his energy and creative spirit. He was extremely prolific and although recognized at times for his work, he was not after the fame or glory.

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Artist Spotlight: Paul Baldassini

Artist Spotlight: Paul Baldassini

May 13, 2021 1 Comment

Welcome to the gorgeous paintings of Paul Baldassini, where flowers are larger than life and the colors demand your attention.  Paul is a local personality and a longtime customer at Wholesale Frame Co., living and working in Middletown, CT. He graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art, Boston and is represented by Addison Art Gallery, Orleans, MA. 

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Museum Spotlight: Mattatuck Museum

Museum Spotlight: Mattatuck Museum

March 09, 2021 1 Comment

There is so much engaging content out there right now, that I want to take some time to review and think about all the new ways we can interact with art from the comforts of home.

But as it turns out, there are some other ways to feed that craving and make a connection. Many museums have stretched the very notion of what on-line content can provide in connecting with their patrons.

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Artist Spotlight: Bob Noreika

Artist Spotlight: Bob Noreika

October 23, 2018

Artist spotlight review of Bob Noreika's watercolor painting "Cruising".

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