The Pump Gallery of Flood Fine Arts Center Presents:  

CONNIE BOSTIC
SOLO EXHIBITION

ASHEVILLE, NC -- A dynamic exhibition of paintings by Connie Bostic is on view in the Pump Gallery, the street-level space of the Flood Gallery Fine Art Center in the Phil Mechanic Studios building, located at 109 Roberts Street, Asheville River Arts District.

Bostic's series of paintings have been in the making since the winter following hurricane Katrina. "The devastating news images from the aftermath of Katrina brought home the hardships that third-world countries experience regularly; yet it was happening right here in the United States of America. Those images just wouldn't leave," says Bostic.

The exhibition is not gentle in its political overtones. The accompanying text chronicles the agonizing period of time survivors endured while waiting for help. "How could we have let this happen?" asked the artist. And if you are one of a number of people who continue to ask that question, this show is sure to remind you of not only past humanitarian failings but also the justice-seeking necessary to avoid future tragedies.

"I was in New Orleans many years ago and only for a few days. But it was the richness of the culture that stayed with me, and perhaps, played a part in my interest in describing what went so horribly wrong," says Bostic.

Despite the tough subject matter, Bostic's painting is not preachy. Be prepared to be moved by these eighteen paintings, and to be lifted up emotionally, for this work is not academic, it is grounded in the visual language of painting.

Studio Stroll Preview and Reception Friday, 6:30 - 9:30 PM in The Pump Gallery. The show runs through June 28th. For gallery hours or more information call, (828) 254-2166.

Flood Gallery Fine Art Center
The Flood Gallery Fine Art Center is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to promoting the arts in Asheville through the exhibition of established and emerging artists from all over the world. Through artist-residency programs, public events and workshops, and educational activities, Flood Gallery seeks to make art a vital and important part of life in Asheville. The Flood Gallery Fine Art Center is a membership organization. You can find out more by visiting the website at http://www.floodgallery.org

 

 

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