"The Full Monty" at Studio B Art Gallery Features Gentlemen Artists

by Jane Stahl

Gallery director Susan Biebuyck has wanted to stage an all-men's exhibit for years; and when artist Peter Rampson offered "The Full Monty" as the exhibit's title, the idea became reality. 

The gentlemen brought work that runs the gamut in style and method. 

The exhibit opened April 26 and runs through June 23, 2024. Visit the gallery on Saturdays and Sundays from 12-2 or by appointment. (Contact Jane 610-563-7879, janeEstahl@comcast.net to make arrangements.)

Left to right standing: Peter Rampson, Albert Ciervo, Jim Meehan, Walt Hug, Charlie Emlen, Jay Ressler, Bob Hakun, Susan Biebuyck, and Joe Szimhart. Seated from left: Bill Timmins who was unable to exhibit and Mike Miller. Missing from photo: Miles DeCoster, Dan Gaumer Barrie Maguire, Robert Seabourne, and Bob Wood

Philadelphia artist Albert Ciervo's work on Italian plaster features a variety of subjects including "Hoppy Hour."

Miles DeCoster presents woodcuts on paper

Charlie Emlen's sculptures, paintings, and digital art showcase his multiple styles. 

Dan Gaumer's paintings take you into his settings through a highly saturated color palette. 

Walt Hug's photographs in this show feature a variety of men in a variety of poses.

Bob Hakun's assemblages intrigue patrons with his creative repurposing. 

Barrie Maguire's masterful paintings highlight the beauty of familiar objects and faraway places.

Jim Meehan’s entries fascinate and “wow” as always in sometimes their size, complexity, and detail. 

Mike Miller creates found paper assemblages, statements that provoke study. (Apologies for my inability to photograph his work without reflections of the gallery included.)

Peter Rampson's collection of cut paper collages are a study of history, art history, and contemporary culture.

Jay Ressler adds painting to his repertoire of artistic genres. 

Robert Seabourne's landscapes are realistic masterpieces especially for those who love autumn. 

Joe Szimhart's work offers whimsey and thoughtful themes. 

Bob Wood's colorful paintings focus on life on the farm.

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