August Issue 2000
Hendersonville, NC, Galleries Feature Work of Jean Hough
Two new art galleries in historic downtown Hendersonville, NC, have named local artist, Jean Hough as Artist of the Month for August. An exhibit of her original paintings is on display in the galleries located one block off Main Street in downtown Hendersonville. The galleries are a cooperative venture featuring the original works of 20 local artists.
Hough is a realist who paints beautiful pastoral
landscapes. She excels as a skilled draftsman, and she applies
paint with meticulous attention to detail. Her method of blending
color achieves the ultimate in rich and vibrant tones. Throughout
this exhibit, Hough's paintings demonstrate her passionate love
of nature and her deep concern for the environment. Her lyrical
scenes convey a sense of peace and serenity, while delivering
a strong message which draws the viewer into the artist's world.
Hough's subject matter is identifiable and familiar, and her paintings
evoke in the viewer the desire to interact with nature and to
preserve its essence. An outstanding example of Hough's work is
a painting of a peaceful meadow where cows graze in harmony with
the natural world. Another work of Hough's, entitled Quiet
Time, depicts a lone fisherman and his dog in a canoe, floating
on the still surface of a mountain lake, nearly enveloped by the
thick early morning mist. Hough's work also includes precise,
delicate renderings of flowers and birds.
Hough is a graduate of the State University of New York. Following her career in the biological sciences, she sought to express her feelings about the threat to the environment and its diversity of plants and animals. Hough turned to art for fulfillment developing a keen eye and an abundance of artistic talent. She has painted in oils for over 20 years. Hough's works have been exhibited in numerous juried shows, and her works grace private collections throughout the United States. A painting of hers was recently chosen by the American Red Cross of Oklahoma to be reproduced as a promotional poster.
Other works on display by gallery artists are executed in a multitude of styles, techniques and media. Featured are original oil paintings, watercolor and acrylic paintings, prints, sculpture, pottery, photography, weavings and reclaimed treasures. Live demonstrations by gallery artists are offered frequently in the studios.
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Gallery listings or call the galleries at 828/687-1024 or e-mail
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