Secolari Columbia to host Artist Reception October 4

ARTIST RECEPTION AT SECOLARI COLUMBIA TO BE HOSTED OCTOBER 4

Secolari, the artisan olive oil and vinegar tasting room, has announced an Artist Reception for the inaugural artists exhibiting in the company’s newly expanded Art Program, dedicated to showcasing local artists.

Owners Bart and Mary deRosa invite the public to join them at their location in The Mall in Columbia on Sunday, October 4, 2015 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for this Artist Reception presenting and featuring for sale the artwork of David Drown, Diane Dunn, and Zina Andresini Poliszuk. Artists will be in attendance and available to discuss their work.

Secolari aims to enrich life with the overall benefits of the “Age Old” Mediterranean Life Style through the introduction of exceptional foods and works of art, and Secolari is proud to exhibit the works of local artists. Co-Founder and COO Mary deRosa says, “What has inspired us all along in our adventure with Secolari is that it brings so many of our loves together - good food, artistry, and supporting our local communities. Expanding our Art Program with a dedicated focus on local artists brings this full circle by pulling everything together to create a welcoming and unique environment, one that goes beyond a typical retail shopping experience.”

Owned by husband and wife team, Bart and Mary deRosa of Clarksville, MD, the vision for Secolari was inspired by a trip to Italy. While staying at a Tuscan farmhouse that overlooked an ancient olive grove, the couple knew they wanted to start a business that was reminiscent of their experience there, one that would encompass food, community, and the cultural traditions of the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Event Details:

Secolari Columbia Artist Reception

Secolari at The Mall in Columbia, located on the outdoor plaza

October 4, 2015, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

This event is free and open to the public; refreshments will be provided.

RSVPs accepted online: http://bit.ly/SecolariArt

About the Artists:

David Drown
David Drown is a self-taught artist who has been working primarily in watercolor for the past 20 years. A long time resident of Ellicott City, MD, he is known for his paintings of the local Howard County scene as well as New England, European, and American West genres. David’s work has appeared in many juried and one-man shows. He is a Signature Member of the Baltimore Water Color Society.

Diane Dunn
Diane Dunn works in acrylic, oil, pastel, and photography. She is a member of Artists’ Gallery in Columbia, MD and the Art League Gallery at the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria, VA and has exhibited her work at many area galleries and venues, including Artists’ Gallery, Columbia, MD; Art League Gallery, Alexandria, VA; Columbia Art Center, Columbia, MD; Himmelfarb Gallery, Laurel, MD; Tatiana’s, Glenelg, MD; Diddywopps and Keeffers, Monkton, MD; The Pearl Gallery, Baltimore, MD; and Johnsons of Madrid, Madrid, NM.

Zina Andresini Poliszuk
Zina Andresini Poliszuk’s personal painting specialty is watercolor. She enjoys working in a painterly style with expressive color and brush strokes; she uses atmospheric landscape, interior and still life imagery to express personal yet universal life experiences with an emotional essence. Zina is an Artist Member of the Baltimore Watercolor Society, and has Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Art Education from Towson University. She has had solo and group shows in Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City and Annapolis, Maryland, and her work is represented in private collections around the country.