HUNTINGTON BEACH ART CENTER PRESENTS
CENTERED ON THE CENTER

Opening Reception: January 27 | 6 - 9 pm
538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

391 works from 220 local artists, working in a variety of media and styles.

For over 23 years, Centered on the Center has promoted the mission of developing awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts. Many of the artists will be there and offer visitors a chance to chat with artists and art friends. All works presented are for sale with many opportunities for purchasing art at bargain prices to suit every taste and budget. 30% of sales goes to the art center and a cash bar and food area will also be there.

Included in this show are two paintings by Thom Wright, a long time member of the art center and regular contributor.

"Before Onement", Mixed media on panel, 48" x 48", Thom Wright, 2017

SCA member Thom Wright has two paintings accepted into the  "Inspired" Exhibition at the Huntington Beach Art Center.  This is an annual and juried show for members of the Artist Council of HBAC, with more than 100 artists.  The opening reception will be held on Saturday, Nov 18, 6 - 9 pm, with appetizers, drinks and accompanying music.  The show runs from Nov 18 to Dec 19, with show dates, location and details at www.huntingtonbeachartcenter.org

ART STATEMENT FOR “INSPIRATION”

by Thom Wright, 2017

Our historic past, the present on the cusp, and the uncertain future

Mankind and Nature are now at war with each other

Humanity’s growth, pollution and destruction seem uncontrollable

Consequently, Climate Change seems unstoppable

But this coming catastrophe is self-generated, and potentially reversible

With new technologies, new behaviors and adaptations

Inspire leaders and us to find directions, take actions and set limits

Without succumbing to global internecine war

Eventually to reach a sustainable and interdependent balance