Meet the Artist

The Regent, 6437 Watson Rd., Riverview, is hosting monthly artist exhibits.

This month's exhibit features the work of Cindy Conti. 

The public will have a chance to meet the artist at a casual reception in the Community Room at The Regent Tuesday, March 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. 

Conti's works will be on display throughout the month of March.

Conti's interest in the arts surfaced at the age of 5 while making three-dimensional Western towns for a school project.

"My teacher made my parents aware of my creativity. Together they encouraged me to use this as a means of self-expression, and I’ve been painting and using other mediums ever since," said the self-taught artist.

"While photographs provide the bulk of my subject material, I feel my use of vivid colors is much more psychological than representational," said Conti. "I use color and space to elicit and emotional response to my work. I also enjoy altering my style or medium as it suits my mood. I have often surprised my art associates with my creation-du-jour, which may range from surreal to whimsical."

Conti frequently exhibits locally and continues to compete whenever possible, both nationally and abroad, winning several awards along the way.