A very important part of an artists work is to be shown not only to its viewers but the location as well, to enhance the artists work that they have laboured so hard over. The students of the VC landscape class got to show their work to their friends, family and members of the community at the Blanchard Community library in Santa Paula in a special reception held on Nov 12.
Ventura College Art Instructor Dorothy Orr pressed the importance of the artists being able to show their work in such a manner.
“Presentation is an important part of the package,” said Orr. “They get to see that here.”
Attendees were able to observe the art produced by members of Ventura College’s Landscape Painting, Water Color Painting, and Ink Technique classes. At the time of the reception, pieces produced during class were shown as well as additional pieces. Guests were also able to meet the artists.
Orr went on to explain that the location of the exhibit was chosen when the program was at the Ventura College East Campus in Santa Paula.
“I decided to continue it here because it is a well lit place during the day that is open to the public,” said Orr.
Artists were able to enjoy the work of classmates and mingle amongst the crowd of approximately 70 guests. Tristan Richter, a 19-year-old Studio Arts Major, is taking three art classes in his second semester at Ventura College.
“We actually go to a different place each week,” said Richter. “When I come to class, it’s a challenge.”
Others commented on the bond formed between the classes. One such person is Mason Sexton, a 21-year-old Art Major.
“It’s more like a family. They’ve really been able to grow together,” said Sexton.
Sexton also commented on his over all sentiments about the evening and the support shown by others.
“Especially with something like this, I think we enjoy it and find a lot of fulfillment in it,” said Sexton.
The exhibit for the Ventura College Landscape artists will remain open to the public at the Blanchard Community Library in Santa Paula through Dec. 29.
