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Sperlak celebrates Fourth of July with new exhbit at Gilt Complex

By COURTNEY McCANN At the Shore, (609) 272-7219

Published: Jul 03, 2008

Art lovers looking for something to do between the morning Independence Day parades and the evening fireworks can stop by the Gilt Complex art gallery in Avalon for local artist Stan Sperlak's solo exhibition, which opens Friday, July 4.

Sperlak, a Cape May Court House native, works in pastels on various grounds, and is most noted for his boldly colorful paintings done on location throughout the Mid-Atlantic. His solo exhibition, an annual event at the Gilt Complex gallery, is comprised mainly of studio paintings derived from his outdoor studies and focuses on boats, beach scenes and seascapes.

An opening reception for Sperlak's exhibit is set for 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 5. Refreshments will be provided and a painting by Robert Henri will be auctioned off to benefit the Sunshine Foundation, which grants children with terminal illnesses a wish of their choice.

The Gilt Complex gallery is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free. Call 609-967-1100 or visit www.giltcomplex.com. More

Jun 26, 2008

• Take a 'Journey Through Impressionism' at Ocean Galleries exhibit in Stone Harbor

Starting this weekend, Ocean Galleries in Stone Harbor presents "Journey Through Impressionism," a show featuring artwork by more than 17 master artists, including Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Mary Cassatt, Paul Cezanne, Edouard Manet and others. The show will be on display Friday, June 27 through July 6.

Jun 19, 2008

• WheatonArts celebrates Indian art

WheatonArts presents "Living Traditions Portrayed: Indian Folk Arts and Crafts,"a collection folk paintings, carving and inlay work, weaving and embroidery, beading and pottery and clay sculptures. Works like "Saravati," the Goddess of Learning - an ivory carving collection of Narendra Amin, and "Three Monkeys, ceramic and unglazed, will be displayed.

Jun 12, 2008

• Payne shows love of sea in Cape May

Inspired by her love of the sea and saltwater fish of the Atlantic Coast, local artist and teacher Janet Payne shows off her block prints in the Truckesess Welcome Center at the Nature Center of Cape May through June 30.

Jun 05, 2008

• Area artists assemble for 'Rooftops' exhibit in O.C.

A neighborhood you have lived in all your life can look entirely different when viewed from above. This is the idea behind the Ocean City Arts Center's latest exhibit, "Rooftops." The exhibit, showcasing local artists' interpretation of the views from their rooftops, will be on display through June 27.