August exhibition marks Anniversary of Justus Fine Art Gallery, Gallery Walk

The August exhibit at Justus Fine Art Gallery, will be a continuation of the July show featuring a selection of work by Randall Good, Gary Simmons, Matthew Hasty, Jeri Hillis, Rebecca Thompson, and others. The show will host a reception from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, August 5 as part of the monthly Gallery Walk in downtown Hot Springs. The exhibit will be on display August 5-31.

The August exhibit also marks the 18th Anniversary of Justus Fine Art Gallery, along with the 33rd Anniversary of Gallery Walk. A champagne toast will be held that the start of Gallery Walk in all participating galleries in downtown Hot Springs.

Work from Randall Good’s personal creation myth and stories will be featured in the Anniversary exhibit. His intricate figurative works are visual interpretations of the myths he has created, which have been inspired by the classics of Homer and Ovid, myths and religions of the world, and reflect the artist’s interest in the troubled nature of beings blessed or burdened by self awareness. Good’s artistic style is influenced by the tradition of Florentine disegno merged with a highly personal interpretation of the human figure to become a vehicle for modern expression.

The show includes selections of Gary Simmons’ expert pen and ink work, which reflect the artist’s interest in the mysteries of life and the power of imagination, along with his own personal narratives. Luminous Southern landscapes by Matthew Hasty will also be showcased in the exhibit. Hasty’s oil paintings draw the viewer toward the light that emanates from the paintings and into places that seem both familiar and universal. Collage work by Jeri Hillis combines painting and drawing, along with old stamps, envelopes, and writing in compositions that tell a story of beauty, fragility, time, and mark making. Rebecca Thompson’s loosely rendered oil paintings capture a moment suspended, as if someone just stepped out of the frame, inviting the viewer into the intimate setting.

Owned by artist Dolores Justus, Justus Fine Art Gallery offers a wide range of original art including sculpture, paintings, ceramics, photography, and more by recognized artists. Opening receptions are held in conjunction with the Hot Springs Gallery Walk held from 5-9 p.m. the first Friday of every month in downtown Hot Springs. Hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wednesday - Saturday and by appointment.

Justus Fine Art Gallery is located at 827 A Central Avenue in Hot Springs. For more information, call 501-321-2335 or visit online at justusfineart.com.