Laura Leiden exhibit to open at OCAF in Watkinsville
Laura Leiden, a longtime artist and resident of Watkinsville, will open an exhibit of her newest art Friday at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation in Watkinsville.
“Explosive Encounters: Where Paint Meets Thread” is an exhibit of artwork made from alcohol ink paintings printed on fabric and quilted.
A reception to meet the artist is set for 5-7:30 p.m. Friday at OCAF, 34 School St. Leiden will host a talk and demonstration of this type art at 2 p.m. March 16 at the arts center.
Leiden has a master’s degree from the Rhode Island School of Design and a degree from the Massachusetts College of Art. For 30 years she was owner of Laura Leiden Calligraphy Inc. in Watkinsville.
“I have always loved color … bold, vibrant color. Alcohol inks are exceptionally bright and intense,” she said.
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