Hospital auxiliary announces Artist of the Month

TORRINGTON — Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Auxiliary is featuring the artwork of Cheryl Bartley now through early November in the hospital’s main lobby hallway, 540 Litchfield St., Torrington. The public is invited to view and buy the works during regular visiting hours as part of the Auxiliary’s ongoing “Artist of the Month” program. A portion of the proceeds from sales of the artwork support the CHH Auxiliary and Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.

Folk art painter, Bartley’s artistic talent was apparent from an early age when she produced her first works of art as a means of communication. Raised by a French Canadian speaking family, she relied on a paintbrush and a box of paint to express herself to her English speaking friends. Her early love of expressing herself with her art resulted in working for over 45 years as a professional artist, she said.

According to the statement, Bartley unleashes her imagination and creativity from her “Folk Art Spirit” studio in Winsted, CT. Her preferred medium is acrylic on canvas and wood, and watercolor on paper. The inspiration for her life-long fascination with telling stories with paint is revealed in her folk art spirited creations. Each painting will enchant you with its detailed happy scenes of simpler times. She utilizes mixtures of vibrant colors to produce scenes from her imagination and actual places that are warm and inviting, vibrant and exciting. Her folk art collection can be seen at her studio in Winsted and www. cherylbartleydesigns.com.

Bartley holds a B.A. in psychology with a minor in fine art. She teaches art for recreation departments, private venues and hosts painting parties for adults and children in her studio. She licenses her folk art images through Art Licensing International to manufacturers to put on products such as puzzles, fabric, needlepoint, home décor, poster, canvas, prints, greeting cards, garden flags, LED wall art, and much more.

If you are interested in joining the Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Auxiliary, contact 860-489-5039.

Cheryl Bartley / Contributed photo The CHH Auxiliary is featuring the artwork of Cheryl Bartley now through early November in the hospital’s main lobby hallway.