On Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4th, a joyous crowd gathered for the Grand Celebration of the redesigned and enlarged Evalyn Dunn Gallery on South Avenue in Westfield. Founded by Evalyn and Benjamin Dunn, parents of Proprietor Jaclyn Civins, guests took time to stroll the gallery as they sipped wine and enjoyed hors d’oeuvres.
Boasting the essence of style and design, Jaclyn Civins captured the panache of Worth Ave., in Palm Beach, Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, 5th Avenue, Park Avenue, and the exciting Soho in Manhattan. As a curator, The Evalyn Dunn Gallery continues to be a local venue for the exhibition and presentation for the finest 21st Century American and European artists around the world.
Enter the gallery and become totally mesmerized by enormous paintings of magnificent gardens artistically suspended from the ceiling. Bursting in vivid colors of Purple as in Iris, Yellow as in Daffodils, and White as in Snapdragons, you’re completely ensconced in a replica of Monet’s Garden. And while it is easy to imagine a walk down a vivid path leading to a charming cottage painted Yellow, with Kelly Green shutters and a Purple roof, suspended just below this Ron Hedrick work of art, is the Essence of Vancouver--Light! Note the preponderance of sunlight and shadows as they carry you down a path to perhaps a lake, pond, or secret garden.
As featured artists of the Gallery, Ron Hedrick and his daughter Jessica are known for “The Essence of Light,” their fantastic landscapes, and their fine collection of ballet dancers.
“We discovered the Hedrick family while on a tour of Vancouver,” said Civins. “The father-daughter team concentrate on landscapes as well as figurative works of art.”
Divided into specific areas, pass the “Gardens’ and enter the ‘World of Destinations’. From Spain, to Paris, then Venice, and back to Rome, Italy, you’re quickly whisked up to Ben and Jerry’s Vermont, before heading down to Central Park, where you’re privy to blossoms, exotic automobiles, and a special department specifically designed for the selection of frames in all shapes and sizes. And of course, more paintings. This time by Michele Byrne of Pennsylvania who says, “It is my intention to live the rest of my life as an artist. For, I believe art and life are inseparable.”
New to the Evalyn Dunn Gallery is a selection of giftware. A selection of original pastels are signed, dated, and framed for a mere $28. Then charming, mini bud vases, perfect for lavender or teeny buds, are available in assorted colors of burnt orange, red, purple, and tobacco, ($38).
Along with all of the bibelots displayed on the walls and shelves of this 2300 sq. ft. gallery, do remember it’s the place to visit for custom framing. Rest assured a certified framer will do his best to present your work exactly as you’ve always dreamed it would appear on your wall.
But there is even a greater attraction for those that truly admire fine and precious art. Off to a corner, Jacie Civins proudly displays original works by Renoir, Degas, and Whistler. Thus an even greater reason to visit the The Evalyn Dunn Gallery. Savor the pleasure of positive comments, as you chat about all of the gorgeous artwork you’ve been lucky enough to enjoy.
Location: Evalyn Dunn Gallery, 549 South Ave., West, Westfield
Phone: 908.232.0412
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