Join the Lexington Art League May 26th from 6-9pm for the Spring CSA Launch Party + Closing Reception of Robert Tharsing, A Retrospective curated by Lina Tharsing
Robert Tharsing (1943–2015) created hundreds of paintings and sculptures over his lifetime, not to mention thousands of other art objects, as small as jewelry and as large as a house in Nova Scotia. This retrospective is a survey of Tharsing’s art career, though the legacy of Tharsing’s work extends beyond the scope of his gallery exhibitions, private collections, and catalogs. A 300 page, color catalogue has been published in partnership with Institute 193 to commemorate this exhibition with generous underwriting support in honor of Ann Tower by an anonymous friend.
“My father was a compulsive maker. His peers said they admired his dedication, but for him, it wasn’t work ethic as much as drive—he was driven to make, almost as though he was possessed by an energy outside of himself.”
--from the foreword by Lina Tharsing
Robert Tharsing (1943–2015) created hundreds of paintings and sculptures over his lifetime, not to mention thousands of other art objects, as small as jewelry and as large as a house in Nova Scotia. This retrospective is a survey of Tharsing’s art career, though the legacy of Tharsing’s work extends beyond the scope of his gallery exhibitions, private collections, and catalogs. A 300 page, color catalogue has been published in partnership with Institute 193 to commemorate this exhibition with generous underwriting support in honor of Ann Tower by an anonymous friend.
“My father was a compulsive maker. His peers said they admired his dedication, but for him, it wasn’t work ethic as much as drive—he was driven to make, almost as though he was possessed by an energy outside of himself.”
--from the foreword by Lina Tharsing
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LAL Exhibition Dates
April 28, 2017 Special Donor Preview 6-7pm Fourth Friday Opening 7-9pm Free to LAL members/$5 for non-members and students Food/drinks provided by Sweet LiLu's Music by The Swells May 26, 2017 6-9pm CSA Launch Party + Closing Reception of Robert Tharsing, A Retrospective June 7th 6-9pm BYOS (scissors) Collage Event for Artists Free to members, $10 non-members |
Exhibition Catalog
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A very special thank you to the following individuals for their generous contributions in helping to make
Robert Tharsing, A Retrospective possible:
Tim and Lynda Mellin
Dr. David and Beverly Hufford
Dan and Wendy Rowland
Frank Close
Dr. James Albisetti and Jane Phillips
Dr. Robert and Erika Toon
Robert Tharsing, A Retrospective possible:
Tim and Lynda Mellin
Dr. David and Beverly Hufford
Dan and Wendy Rowland
Frank Close
Dr. James Albisetti and Jane Phillips
Dr. Robert and Erika Toon
CIRCA 1957
June 23rd, 7-11pm
The Loudoun House
Founded in 1957, the Lexington Art League celebrates our 60th birthday this summer with CIRCA, 1957 - a vintage circus experience and the return of LAL’s ever popular Referse Raffle. CIRCA, 1957 will feature performances by Sora Contemporary Circus, Alma Gitana, fire breathers, and much more! Passed cocktails, cash bar, and tasty treats provided by Sweet LiLu's.
Admission allows you access to the live auction portion of the evening. Guests can also purchase tickets to participate in the Reverse Raffle, allowing you a chance to take home a piece of art displayed throughout the Loudoun House galleries when your number is drawn.
All proceeds from CIRCA, 1957 help to preserve LAL’s innovative and groundbreaking work synonymous with its programming.
Individual Admission (includes live auction) - $45
Individual Admission + Reverse Raffle ticket - $145
Tickets are available now online here or by calling (859) 254-7024. All are welcome!
Individual Admission + Reverse Raffle ticket - $145
Tickets are available now online here or by calling (859) 254-7024. All are welcome!
Fundraising Campaign
Castlewood Downs : Public Art Initiative
Big Max, John Henry, St. Petersburg Florida : photo by Suncoast Hullabaloo
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Lexington Art League has launched a fundraising campaign to support a new creative place-making, public sculpture initiative, presented in partnership with LFUCG Parks and Recreations, which will create an interactive green space in one of Lexington’s most culturally and economically diverse communities. The program will begin in July 2017 with an exhibition of sculptures originating from a national call to artists. It will be juried by the internationally acclaimed sculptor and Lexington native, John Henry. Thanks to the Bluegrass Community Foundation matching grant, your contribution will be matched 2-1. More About Castlewood Downs |
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