Step into a vibrant celebration of harvest and abundance with "Cornucopia," an art exhibit that captures the essence of the richness and transition of the fall season. This immersive exhibition transforms the gallery into a bountiful showcase of autumn’s most cherished elements, where the cornucopia—symbolizing nature’s generous harvest—takes center stage. Members of Canton Artists’ Guild have created paintings, drawings, graphic arts, sculpture, ceramics, fiber/beadwork and photography to reflect the season’s splendor and timeless allure.
On the second floor are “Still Here,” a solo show of paintings by Sarah Regan and a group show entitled, “Seen and Imagined.” Sarah Regan received a B.A. in Art History from the University of Connecticut and a B.S. in Art Education from Central Connecticut State University. She teaches art in West Hartford. Regan creates paintings of joy and playfulness through the balance of vibrants colors and everyday subject matter. Her still lifes and portraits were created before and following her recent experience of childbirth, and she sees them as “a love letter to my old self; a reflection of who I was, what I didn’t know, how proud I am and ultimately a reminder that I’m still here.”
“Seen & Imagined” is an exhibit by a group artists who meet and work together weekly. They have exhibited together and independently in shows throughout New England. Among the most noticeable stylistic differences in this group is the extent of their investigation of abstraction. For some, their subjects clearly refer to the natural environment. Others suggest nature, or transform their first perceptions into something dramatically different. The artists also vary in their materials and methods of execution. Delicate watercolor washes contrast with heavy impasto rendering.
The group consists of six artists. Co-founder Estrid Eklof trained as a professional classical pianist. While performing as a pianist, she took breaks to explore her enthusiasm for watercolor, which she studied at the Old Lyme Academy of Fine Art.
Ann Finholt received her MFA in painting from The University of Iowa. She sees her artistic approach as an investigation of structure, color, light, gesture, and surface in her paintings.
Walter Kendra has devoted more than 60 years to creating work that speaks to his passion for architecture, landscape and nature. "All of my work is abstracted from nature, and there is an echo of representation in them, yet they transcend that. I always like my work to transcend, not mimic color or form."
Lisa Tellier has a degree in art history from the University of Hartford and an MLA from Wesleyan University. Most recently she has been working with collage and has found that its properties have brought new insights and boldness to her paintings of the natural world.
Josa Weatherwax earned her BA degree from Rutgers University and studied at the University of Salamanca, Spain as well as the Hartford Art School. Her work includes abstractions based on traditional landscapes exploiting contrasts in scale, energetic brushwork, and moody color palettes.
Margaret Wilson has degrees in art therapy from Pratt Institute and studio art from Skidmore College. Her aim is to create a spontaneous expression of inner energies where gesture, color and form all tousle for attention to activate the surface.
The reception for the three shows is Saturday, September 7th from 6:00-8:00 pm and will include free refreshments. The public is warmly invited.

The Gallery on the Green has three spacious galleries and an outdoor sculpture garden. The gallery is located near the intersection of Dowd Avenue and Route 44 at 5 Canton Green Road in Canton.  Hours are Friday – Sunday, 1-5 pm. The main floor gallery is handicapped accessible.