"The Extraordinary Ordinary," Art Show Opening Reception

"The Extraordinary Ordinary"

Pastel Art Show Opening Reception

Friday, October 23, 5-7 PM

Moments that often pass unnoticed are featured in the soft pastels of artist Paul Nucci. These dramatic works of art will be featured in the First Presbyterian Church Chapel Gallery in a show opening on October 23.

Nucci’s art career spans more than six decades and encompasses over three hundred completed works. Working primarily in soft pastel, he is drawn to moments that often pass unnoticed—a quiet café, an aging doorway, the dignity of a working animal, or the changing light in a distant village. Inspired by his travels throughout Europe, Asia, and the American West, the artist seeks to reveal the beauty and humanity found in everyday places. Dramatic light, rich color, and careful observation have become hallmarks of his work.

Although best known for pastel, he has also worked in oil, acrylic, and charcoal. His paintings have been exhibited at Eckerd College, the St. Petersburg Public Library, Temple Beth-El Art Festival, and the Mirella Cimato Art Gallery.

A resident of St. Petersburg since 1980, Nucci continues to be active in both the visual arts and music. He has served as President of the St. Petersburg Opera Board of Directors while continuing to paint, teach, and document a lifetime of artistic exploration.

Everyone is welcome at the Opening Reception held 5 – 7 PM on October 23.First Presbyterian Church is located at 701 Beach Drive NE with easy parking on the church driveway and on adjacent streets.The show will be open Sundays 11AM -12:30 PM, October 25 through November 15.