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“Presenting Splendid Surroundings in Watercolor” is on exhibit at the Bankhead through May 10. Seen here is Lisbeth MacDonald’s “House on the Shore.” (Photo courtesy of Livermore Valley Arts) 
Marion Leggett’s “Morning Glories.” (Photo courtesy of Livermore Valley Arts) 
Eric Greenwood’s “Leading the Pack.” (Photo courtesy of Livermore Valley Arts)
Inspired by artists’ environs, a collection of watercolor paintings is on display through mid-May in Livermore’s Bankhead Theater.
Exhibited in the UNCLE Credit Union Art Gallery, “Presenting Splendid Surroundings in Watercolor” features landscapes, nature, still life and figures in styles such as abstract.
The featured artists from the California Watercolor Association live across the state, with many from the Bay Area, according to Anne Giancola, visual arts and education manager for Livermore Valley Arts. Their collective displayed artwork is excellent, Giancola told the Pleasanton Weekly.
“There is a high level of professionalism that shows in the quality of the work,” Giancola said.
Given the variety of techniques, styles and subjects on display, the exhibit offers a “surprise at each frame”, Giancola added.
“This show is fun to see if you are an artist yourself as well as not knowing anything about original art,” she added.
Composed of professional and non-professional artists, students and teachers, the CWA aims to foster artistic growth and interest in water media. In addition to art exhibits, the organization is responsible for outreach programs and workshops.
An opening reception for “Presenting Splendid Surroundings in Watercolor” is scheduled to run from 1-3 p.m. Saturday (April 11) in the gallery. The event is set to feature live ukulele music performed by members of the Serenading Strummers.
The public may also view the free and open exhibit from 12-5 p.m., Thursdays to Saturdays through May 10, except on the scheduled closures of April 25 and May 2.
