The art of evolution: Matalie Deane’s works on display at Woodberry Forest School – The Daily Progress

WOODBERRYMatalie R. Deanes picturesque paintings are as scenic as the beautiful, historic campus of Woodberry Forest Schoolthe location of her latest exhibit.

In one of her many paintings, Deane creates vibrant green leaves on towering trees that overlook the Woodberry Forest Schools chapel.

The Charlottesville native displayed about 45 pieces of her artwork during Fridays reception held inside the Baker Gallery, Walker Fine Arts Center.

Her vast selection of landscapes, seascapes, animals, historic buildings and plein air paintings will remain on display at the all-boy boarding high school until April 29. Deanes Progression exhibit also features images of her compilation of postcard paintings.

Deanes specialty is using watercolors on canvas.

I love painting water. I havent mastered it yet, but Im still working on it, said Deane, during her brief speech. I also enjoy plein air painting. I havent mastered that either, but I enjoy painting it. Its sort of like fishing, sharing things with individuals.

For Deane, the joy of painting started when she was a child.

When I got a box of crayons, I wouldnt let anybody have any of mine because I just loved my box of crayons so much, said Deane. As a kid, I just loved drawing and painting. If you gave me pen and paper, I was happy as a lark.

Woodberry art teacher Kelly Lonergan, who organizes the art exhibits, thanked the crowd for coming out to see the beautiful show.

He added that Deanes paintings are also for sale.

During the show, Deanes brother Dan Griffin played melodic tunes on his collection of accordions.

Deane said she started drawing something every day in 2014, working on design and colors. The following two years, Deane worked specifically on paintings and drawings, which became part of her evolution of her work in her Progression exhibit.

Deane received her bachelors degree in applied art from James Madison University in 1973. While, Deane works as a respiratory therapist, her passion for art still flourishes.

Deane has exhibited her works in a group and/or solo show since 2000, being judged in Maryland and Virginia, winning several awards.

For more information about purchasing a painting, contact Kelly Lonergan at 540/672-3900.

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The art of evolution: Matalie Deane's works on display at Woodberry Forest School - The Daily Progress