Cultural Arts Commission Has New Artist on Display for October

Press Release

Guilford Artist Steven Plaziak has been scheduled for months as the October exhibitor for the Oxford Cultural Arts Commission Gallery of Art show, and the OCAC is delighted that he was also the second place award winner in our September Gallery of Art Showcase juried exhibit. Steven has agreed to show the winning painting Wall-Bahamas in this new show.

“Painting for me is a form of mental therapy," Plaziak said. "Being an active parent and full-time graphic designer, time spent painting provides many exciting challenges, whether it is experimenting with different mediums (oils, pastels, watercolors), improving or learning new techniques, or creating images that I personally find beautiful. I have always been interested in old barns, boats, harbors, roads, and the beauty that nature provides when adding dramatic atmosphere and light. I find light most dramatic in the early mornings and late afternoons, and often carry a sketchbook to understand and record these fleeting moments. A good sketch, value study, and an interesting perspective are key ingredients for a successful composition.”

A Fairfield University graduate, Plaziak continued his art education at Rhode Island School of Design. Later he freelanced in New York City doing illustration and advertising design. He was an Art director at SONY Music. He began doing web design in 1996 and produced award winning digital art for numerous organizations. Steven taught graphic production and flash animation at Paier College of Art. Currently he is the lead designer for a software company in Milford. He has his own web site http://steven.plaziak.com.

The Exhibit is open for viewing Oct. 3 through Oct. 27. from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. every Monday through Thursday and until 7 p.m. every Monday and Thursday evenings (if there are no meetings scheduled) in the Meeting room at Oxford Town Hall 486 Oxford Road, Oxford.

Oxford Cultural Arts Commission’s mission is to promote, develop, and encourage artistic and cultural activities in the Town of Oxford and to foster an appreciation for, and widespread community involvement in, the arts in Oxford. For more information on this showcase visit the OCAC website; www.oxfordculturalarts.org or email events@oxfordculturalarts.org.