Shippensburg Arts Programming and Education, or SHAPE, is an art studio located in downtown Shippensburg that exhibits pieces from local artists of all mediums and skill levels.
On Saturday, Sept. 6, the studio kicked off its 12th annual abstract, surreal and non-objective art exhibit called “Spectral Vibrations.”
The work was done by local artists that included paintings, watercolors, photographs and exhibits.
Exhibits included numerous works of art like a cube sculpture with black light bulbs and a 5-foot tall chair with a mirror.
The more famous works of art, such as “Escaped Convict(ion)” by Alex Pardee, were also shown.
Rebecca Pollard Myers, a retired Shippensburg Area School District art teacher, created “Time Train.”
This was a mixed-media painting on canvas containing pieces of an old clock, cardboard, and Elmer’s glue to add texture.
She also revealed details of another painting of hers, saying how she painted on a plastic piece of a wall.
Her inspiration for this new piece came from her son as she watched him pose behind it.
The “Spectral Vibrations” exhibit will be running until Oct. 27 at the SHAPE Gallery, which is located at 20 W. King St.
Vice president and membership coordinator, Mark Wojciechowski, says SHAPE is a non-profit arts organization that promotes cultural development within the community. Art classes are offered for both children and adults teaching various types of arts.
SHAPE’s 15th birthday celebration, will be held during Shippensburg University’s Homecoming weekend and Give the Gift of Art event in November.
SHAPE is also welcoming any artists to submit their work for display in the gallery.
For more information regarding the SHAPE Gallery click here to check out their website.
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