Wilson Ave. Loft Artists (WALA) Depict "A Sense of Place", October. 28-30,Exhibition and Open Studios, South Norwalk 225

Wilson Avenue Loft Artists explore “A Sense of Place” in October Exhibition.

South Norwalk, Connecticut.

The Wilson Avenue Loft Artists, known as WALA, have chosen “A Sense of Place” as the theme for their annual community event – a group exhibition which opens on Friday, October 28th with a reception from 6 to 9 p.m. and continues with Open Studios on Saturday and Sunday, the 29th and 30th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The popular tradition allows the public a unique opportunity to see not only the finished works of art but also the studios with soaring windows, converted from a former factory building, where the artists pursue their passions and produce a large variety of work in various media.

The curator is Sophia Gevas, the former Director of the Gallery of Contemporary Art at Sacred Heart University, current Outreach Education Director at Silvermine Arts Center and an Adjunct Faculty member at Housatonic Community College. She says, “Collectives like WALA provide stimulating opportunities for artists to reflect and discuss their work with other creators. In addition to making art, they often teach or volunteer, and with free public events like Open Studios, contribute to making Norwalk the culturally vibrant city it has become.”

For “A Sense of Place”, some artists have depicted a special part of the world they treasure, some are captivated by the sea, familiar landscapes or everyday objects, while others envision imaginary landscapes and scenes or share personal stories. As Nancy McTague-Stock of Wilton, exhibition co-chair with Lori Glavin of Darien, says, “Place is a mindset of being in the moment; it can refer to a specific location or a specific state of mind.”

According to curator Gevas, “A Sense of Place” is an ideal theme to celebrate the innovative and singular ways we all think about our own ‘places’, whether a personal interpretation or a particular location in our world. Viewing this exciting group of diverse works will open up our minds to possibilities, which is what all good art experiences ensure.”

The WALA studios are located at 225 Wilson Avenue (Rt. 136) in South Norwalk, on the 2nd floor, but the entrance and parking are on Ely Avenue behind the building.

For more information on WALA: email: Lori Glavin: glavin@optonline.net or Nancy McTague- Stock: nmsstudio1@aol.com