Glenn Rudderow Solo Exhibition Opens Aug. 31

MILLVILLE – The Gallery of Fine Craft at WheatonArts presents, “Reflections On Nature,” a new solo exhibition of oil and watercolor paintings by artist Glenn Rudderow. Over forty paintings reflect his passion for the beauty of the local southern New Jersey landscape and its surrounding communities. The show opens Aug. 31 and continues through Oct. 6.
Rudderow explains, “My paintings reflect the cycle of the seasons, the forever changing light, the harmonies sung by plants, animals and insects in their interactions with water, land and air. I try to capture the feelings that suggest the lives and spirits of the people that move through these harmonies. It is my desire to create statements which convey the passion and obsession I have for these things. To paraphrase N.C. Wyeth, ‘one can only paint that which one knows more than intimately, one has to know it spiritually.’ It is my goal as an artist to observe these things and create paintings and images which enable the viewer to communicate, experience and live these same feelings.”
During his time in Gandy’s Beach, NJ, a small town along the Delaware River, Rudderow immersed himself in the wetland environment that was his subject matter. Later, in the historic village of Dividing Creek, NJ, he continued his study of the wetlands and adjacent woodlands. His vision was also drawn to the old farmhouses, farmlands, churches, marshes and wetlands found in western Cumberland and Salem Rudderow’s national exhibitions include: Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA (PAFA); National Academy of Design, NY; American Watercolor Society, NY; Noyes Museum, Oceanville, NJ; Springfield Museum of Art, MO; Delaware Art Museum, DE; Butler Institute of Art, OH; Arnot Museum, NY; Woodmere Art Museum, PA; John Pence Gallery, San Francisco, CA; and the Sherry French Gallery, NY. Among his awards are: New Jersey State Council on the Arts Fellowship, American Watercolor Society Award for Excellence, Watercolor USA Award for Excellence, Springfield Art Museum; Fellowship of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Post Award; and the National Academy of Design Award for Outstanding Portraiture.
Rudderow was one of four artists featured in a New Jersey Network (NJN) documentary entitled, “Bayshore Artists, A Sense of Place,” released in October 2001. In November 2005, NJN released the Emmy award winning film, “Reflections of a Bayshore Artist: Glenn Rudderow.” It was shown on over 100 PBS stations across the U.S.
The Gallery will host a “Meet the Artist” reception Sept. 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. and an “Artist Talk” on Sept. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information about the artist visit glennrudderow.com.
The Gallery of Fine Craft features one-of-a-kind contemporary sculpture and fine crafts in glass, ceramics, wood, metal and mixed media plus a broad selection of glass jewelry. Four to six exhibitions are presented each year representing works by established and emerging artists and studios. The Gallery is dedicated to excellence in the development of studio glass art and regional craft and is a well-known destination for collectors, artists and students.
WheatonArts is home to the Museum of American Glass, the Creative Glass Center of America International Fellowship Program, Artist Studios and award winning museum stores. In addition to daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, WheatonArts presents special exhibitions, programs, workshops, performances and several weekend festivals throughout the year.
WheatonArts is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April through December. Open Labor Day. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Admission: Adults $10.00, $9.00 Senior Adults and $7.00 Students. Children five and under are free. Free to shop and stroll except during outdoor special events.
For more information about WheatonArts, call 800-998-4552 or 856-825-6800, or visit wheatonarts.org.
WheatonArts strives to ensure the accessibility of its exhibitions, events and programs to all persons with disabilities. Provide two weeks notice for additional needs. Patrons with hearing and speech disabilities may contact WheatonArts through the New Jersey Relay Service (TRS) 800-852-7899 or by dialing 711.
Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, by funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, New Jersey Cultural Trust and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. WheatonArts receives general operating support from the New Jersey Historical Commission, Division of Cultural Affairs in the New Jersey Department of State. Additional funding provided through a grant from the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism.
WheatonArts is home to the Museum of American Glass, the Creative Glass Center of America International Fellowship Program, Artist Studios and award winning museum stores. In addition to daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, WheatonArts presents special exhibitions, programs, workshops, performances and several weekend festivals throughout the year. Shopping and strolling is free except during outside special events.
Hours: Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April through December. For more information about WheatonArts and CGCA call 800-998-4552 or 856-825-6800 or visit wheatonarts.org.
WheatonArts strives to ensure the accessibility of its exhibitions, events and programs to all persons with disabilities. Provide two weeks notice for additional needs. Patrons with hearing and speech disabilities may contact WheatonArts through the New Jersey Relay Service (TRS) 800-852-7899 or by dialing 711.
Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, the New Jersey Cultural Trust, and the Cumberland County Urban Enterprise Zone. WheatonArts receives general operating support from the New Jersey Historical Commission, Division of Cultural Affairs in the New Jersey Department of State and is supported in part by the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism.