Closing Reception: Music by Seth David Branitz
Join us for the closing reception of this month’s installations, featuring a live performance by Spotlight artist and songwriter, Seth David Branitz.
A pioneer of the East Village’s 1990s anti-folk scene, Seth brings his signature blend of confessional story-songs to the stage—touching on romance, humor, and the many shades of suffering and relief. With five albums under his belt, his original songs and sharp observations promise a memorable evening.
Plus: Enjoy free delicious snacks and refreshments!
Come for the art, stay for the music—and maybe adopt a cat painting or two.
April Exhibits through 4/26
The Arts Society of Kingston is proud to present Fascination & Felines, a new collection of dynamic work by multidisciplinary artist Seth David Branitz.
This collection comes from a flood of new work that began during a recent half-decade health crisis and daily doses of scrambled and unplanned painting and a commitment to an artistic process without judgement. After days or weeks of change and refinement, one of four might underwhelm and get painted over to start again, seeking no particular result and only delight.
Cats are Seth’s primary fascination, embodying their own universe while serving as playful and healing creative companions.
Works are presented on both unframed canvases and repurposed materials such as old frames and windows— reminding us that some paintings endure while others are reworked or painted over entirely, or thrown away —echoing the transient nature of creativity and reinvention.
The Arts Society of Kingston is proud to present “Speckles, Stripes, and Meanders”, an exhibition of recent works by Barbara Dibeler. Inspired by natural patterns, the show features drawings, paintings, and prints created with natural mineral pigments sourced from rock, semi-precious stones, rust, and weathered oyster shells.
Artist’s Statement:
Barbara Dibeler’s work is informed by textures and patterns found in tree canopies, root networks, meandering creeks, bark, and insect tunnels in wood—along with her background in ecological mapping.
Her drawings, paintings, etchings, and embossed prints incorporate natural mineral pigments, beeswax, encaustic, oil, watercolor, and acrylic mediums.
Arts Society of Kingston is pleased to present Natural World, an exhibition showcasing the work of thirty-one artist members exploring the rich and varied theme of nature. The show features artwork in a wide range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, mixed media, fiber art, ceramics, and photography.
From pieces created with natural materials to works inspired by the earth’s elements, this exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the beauty, complexity, and fragility of the natural world. Each artist offers a unique interpretation, drawing connections between art and the environment in thought-provoking ways.
Welcome to The Arts Society of Kingston
The Arts Society of Kingston inspires, educates, and engages our community through accessible and diverse artistic experiences. We are dedicated to fostering creativity, supporting artists at every stage of their journey, and enhancing cultural vitality and community connection with exhibitions, performances, workshops, and events that showcase the unifying power of the arts.
Visual artists, become a member and show your work monthly as part of our monthly member show! Apply to exhibit your own solo show or group show. Performing artists, become a member and utilize our Great Room for performances, rehearsals, workshops and readings. All artists, utilize our classroom to teach programs or to hold meetings. These opportunities are designed to serve artists at all stages – just ASK.
Become an ASK Member
Join ASK today to hang your art in monthly Members’ Exhibitions, teach classes and workshops, receive exclusive discounts on theater space rental, work on Committees to impact ASK’s future and more!
Contact Us
ASK is located at 97 Broadway, Kingston NY.
Our Gallery Hours are Thursday – Sunday, noon to 5 pm.
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