ART EXHIBIT OFFERS NAUTICAL INTERPRETATIONS.Byline: P. Catherine Shanks Special to the Daily News A seaworthy sea·wor·thy adj. sea·wor·thi·er, sea·wor·thi·est Fit to traverse the seas: a seaworthy freighter; a seaworthy crew. collection of fine arts has found a fair harbor berth at the Ventura County Maritime Museum A maritime museum (sometimes nautical museum) is a museum specializing in the display of objects relating to ships and travel on seas and lakes. A naval museum focuses on navies and military use of the sea. . Nautica '98 is an impressive display of 45 works by 28 Ventura County artists. The first juried art exhibit hosted by the museum through June 12 is focused solely on maritime art and is devoted exclusively to Ventura County artists. The artists are primarily members of some 60 county galleries, societies, groups and associations. ``I didn't know what the interest level would be,'' said David Leach David Leach is the name of:
One of the primary coordinators of the event, Leach said that the exhibit was a natural for the museum which already houses one of the finest maritime art collections on the West Coast. ``The exhibit grew out of a collective vision that the museum should be used as more of a gallery,'' Leach said. He explained that the sea-themed art show serves a double purpose, giving something of interest to art patrons as well as those more nautically inclined. A handpicked trio of top Ventura County artists served as a panel of jurors for the event. Buenaventura Art Association members David Fay and Sally Miller Sally Miller can be one of the following:
Anything and everything up to and including the tide line turned up for the judging. Realistic depictions of sailboats on calm seas, abstract renderings of fishermen and sea captains and drawings of turbulent tide waters were deposited for the judges' consideration. At an awards ceremony and reception Tuesday night, the jurors presented winners with cash prizes and ribbons. First prize went to Sea Gate Gallery owner Margy Gates for her painting titled ``Interlude.'' ``I'm always drawn to the sea. I'm like a turtle,'' Gates said, laughing. ``Interlude'' is one painting in a series that Gates is creating. The artist is in the process of documenting the Channel Islands Harbor from her coastline perspective. Buenaventura Gallery and Art Association director Lee Hodges Lee Hodges may refer to:
Any of various small fishes of tropical origin often kept in aquariums. They are interesting for their behaviour or showiness or both. Popular varieties include the angelfish, guppy, kissing gourami, sea horse, Siamese fighting fish, and tetra. on a reef. Chris Webber For the Canadian-born former BBL basketball player, see . Mayce Edward Christopher Webber III, better known as Chris Webber or C-Webb (born March 1, 1973, in Detroit, Michigan), is an American professional basketball player for the Detroit Pistons of the NBA.. took third prize in the show for her acrylic painting acrylic painting Painting executed in the medium of acrylic resins—synthetic resins that dry rapidly, are water-soluble, and serve as a vehicle for any pigment. Its effects may range from the transparent brilliance of watercolour to the density of oil paint. ``White Boats.'' The Oxnard resident said she paints what she likes, and what she sees. In this particular case, her taste paid off. The artist admitted, however, that she altered some of what she saw in order to keep her theme intact. ``My work is totally realistic, except I took liberties with color,'' said Weber, who repainted a red boat white to make it conform. The artist added, ``And I changed the mast a little to add to the composition.'' Four other artists received honorable mention for their contributions to the exhibit. Jacquelyn Cavish, Susan Storz, Connie Williams and Margery Spielman also were recognized for their work at the awards ceremony. Newbury Park land lover Beverly Fiery said she has been interested in the beach and the sea since moving to the county 19 years ago. Her unique artwork is constructed from an assortment of papers she collects from seaside towns up and down the coast. ``Old Jack'' is the title of her contribution to Nautica '98. The drawing and paper patchwork collage is a rendering of a land-bound, retired sea captain looking out his window and across the sea he once sailed. Hueneme High School Hueneme High School, or HHS as it is more often referred to, is a public four-year high school serving grades 9-12 in Oxnard, California. The school was founded in 1959 and sits in the heart of South Oxnard. art instructor David James David James may refer to:
n. A humorous or farcical interlude in a serious literary work or drama, especially a tragedy, intended to relieve the dramatic tension or heighten the emotional impact by means of contrast. to the show, with his three-dimensional characterizations of goings on at the Channel Islands Boat Yard and Fisherman's Wharf. He refers to his work as humor scenes or stage settings. Pleased with the initial success of Nautica '98 and the variety of artwork included in the show, Leach and other exhibit organizers already are looking ahead to next year's event. ``The only change we'll make is the year,'' Leach said. ``We'll call it Nautica '99.'' The Ventura County Maritime Museum is at 2731 S. Victoria Ave., in Oxnard's Channel Islands Harbor. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays. For information, call (805) 984-6260. CAPTION(S): Photo PHOTO (Color) Visitors admire ocean-themed artwork at Nautica '98 in Oxnard. Michael Owen Baker/Daily News |
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