9-03-2024 4:32am

Studio B Art Gallery Announces Opening of "Roy G Biv," a Colorful Artist Invitational

Lesley Misko Editor

"Poppy Garden" acrylic on canvas by Judy Lupas

by Jane Stahl

Studio B is excited to announce the opening of an exhibit entitled “Roy G Biv,” featuring artists inspired by the colors of the rainbow. The show opens Friday, September 13, 2024, with a opening reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

The exhibit was inspired by 17th century scientist Isaac Newton’s explanation of the rainbow, according to gallery director Susan Biebuyck. “Newton explained the rainbow by passing light through a prism and identified the visible spectra as seven distinct colors represented in the acronym ‘Roy G Biv.’

“Our show is a collection of art from artists whose creativity acted as a prism—refracting, bending and expanding their interpretations of each color into an array of styles and techniques. Color inspires; it is the language of the visual arts in its ability to express a wide range of emotions instantly.

“We held an exhibit by the same name in 2012,” Biebuyck continues. “The exhibit was well-received at the time, and we’ve had suggestions throughout the past dozen years to repeat the theme. Several of the artists who were featured in 2012 are returning, but we’ve invited a dozen more.”

The show will hang through November 10, 2024. Studio B is located at 39 E. Philadelphia Ave. in Boyertown, PA. Please visit studiobbb.org for more information.

Studio B:

Studio B, located in the heart of historic Boyertown, is the home of the Arts and Activities Alliance, a committee of Building a Better Boyertown, a nonprofit Main Street program dedicated to revitalizing small towns.

Studio B celebrates lifelong learning, creativity and personal involvement in the visual and literary arts, offers opportunities to enhance creativity, health, and wellness through the arts and seeks to be a dynamic part of Boyertown community, a “go to” destination for learning, fun and friendship. The studio seeks to showcase the work of fine artists in themed exhibits—some juried, some open to all—and welcomes art in diverse media. In addition to art exhibits and classes, Studio B also hosts catered dinners for service clubs and small groups, gallery talks, and “Getting to Know You” opportunities.

Visitors are always welcome to view the changing exhibits; take lessons in the visual, literary, and communication arts offered by highly-trained local artists and teachers; and schedule small events or parties.