Artist Kicks Off New Series At East Hampton Shop: Photos

EAST HAMPTON, NY — Wednesday was a big day at Golden Eagle Artist Supply on North Main Street in East Hampton, as the first of their much anticipated new weekly art series called "A Night Out With. . ." debuted in "The Golden Eagle Studio 144", followed by dinner at Nick & Toni's Restaurant next door.

Surrounded by his paintings, which were hanging museum-style, internationally acclaimed artist Paton Miller shared the story of his life's journey, from Seattle to Hawaii to Southampton to Costa Rica, and many places worldwide in between.

He told of his early search for employment, from his time as a gas station manager, to his eventual attendance at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. In 1974 it was colleagues at Southampton College that really demonstrated their confidence in Miller's artistic abilities by granting him a college scholarship. His paintings are treasured by collectors from the East End to Manhattan.

Following is the current, ever-expanding schedule for "A Night Out with. . ." workshops, demonstrations and talks:

January 24: Dan Rizzie & Susan Lazarus-Reimen
January 31: Linda Capello
February 7: Traute Worschech:
February 21: Dennis Leri
February 28: Sylvia Witzenmann
March 7: Jane Martin
March 14: Darlene Charneco
March 21: Michele Dragonetti

If you are interested in attending, contact Golden Eagle Artist Supply at (631) 324-0603 or email GoldenEagleArt11937@gmail.com.

Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography, soniboy@aol.com.

Reporting by Richard Lewin.