Poss to show at R.H. Ballard
Virginia artist Mark Poss exhibits his new landscape paintings at R.H. Ballard Gallery this month and next in a one-person show in the Washington gallery, which has showed Poss’ individual works over the last two years.
A reception for the artist from 4 to 7 this Saturday (May 24) marks the opening of the exhibit, which runs through June 15. The public’s welcome at the reception, where there will be wine from Gadino Cellars and light fare available.
Poss’ landscapes evoke a romantic and atmospheric rendering of the region and beyond. Through his vision, a nostalgic yet contemporary mood is evoked. Also included in the show are three abstract pieces from his Potomac series, consisting of aerial views of the Potomac region in three color versions.
“The reason I paint is pretty simple,” Poss says. “I love the process of aesthetic contemplation. I find the process continually enhances the appreciation of life. Looking at a painting frees the mind from conventional concerns and making a painting is form of aesthetic calisthenics. It keeps the aesthetic skills in tune and grows the ability to appreciate and enjoy.”
His influences span the natural to the manmade world, while traditional influences include 17th-century Dutch, and 19th-century painters both French (Corot in particular) and American (think George Inness). Poss has exhibited throughout the East Coast and is included in numerous private and corporate collections. The exhibition includes 14 oil paintings up to 36-by-48 inches. For more, call 540-675-1411 or visit rhballard.com. The gallery is open 10 to 6 daily.