Visit Before it's Too Late: Gallery 610 “Winter Solstice” Group Exhibit
Experience the magic of the winter season through the creative lens of local artists at Gallery 610’s latest group exhibit, Winter Solstice. View now and have a chance to purchase until January 15th, 2024. This showcase invites you to explore the emotional and sensory depths of winter—its icy beauty, cozy gatherings, reflective solitude, and even its melancholic undertones. Each piece answers the question: What does the winter season evoke for you?
Featuring works by Kathryn Thompson, Amber Middleton, Clayton Spangler, Hannah Fitzgerald, Freddy & Daniel O’Malley, and A.D. Maynard, this exhibit offers a diverse array of artistic expressions, from oil paintings and abstract visuals to photography and unique mixed-media collaborations.
Featured Artists
Kathryn Thompson explores the interplay between fantasy and nature with her vibrant oil and gouache works, often created on unconventional surfaces. A lifelong West Virginian and passionate educator, Kathryn finds inspiration in the mystical beauty of the natural world.
Amber L. Middleton is a self-taught artist from New Orleans, LA. Over her 30-year career, Amber has worn many hats – jewelry designer, Halloween and Art doll sculptor, and oil painter. Her jewelry was in the collection of the late Ane Rice, and her Halloween and Art dolls are in collections worldwide. Shortly after relocating to Huntington in 2023, Amber suffered a terrible knee injury that eventually changed and refocused her work. Feeling confined physically, she turned to abstract painting as a way to enjoy the freedom of movement she lacked during her recovery. Amber hopes her work will evoke that freedom of movement as well as the joy of being unencumbered. Amber works in both acrylic and mixed media on canvas and watercolor and mixed media on paper. She is inspired by nature, music, books, texture, and emotion.
Clayton Spangler, a photographic artist, transforms the West Virginia landscape into dynamic interpretations of color and movement. His experimental techniques create vivid, dreamlike images that blend photography with digital painting.
Hannah Fitzgerald, known for her love of all things spooky, channels her curiosity for the afterlife into evocative fine art and photography. Her latest series, The Mistints Collection, draws on the unexpected hues of rediscovered paint.
Freddy & Daniel O’Malley, a father-daughter duo, combine their artistic talents to craft whimsical and heartfelt pieces. Their work captures the joy of collaboration and creativity across generations.
A.D. Maynard, a photographer with deep Appalachian roots, returns to art after a career in academia. Her compelling imagery reveals a quiet strength, mirroring the resilience of the winter season.
Join Us
Celebrate the solstice season with this inspiring exhibit that promises to captivate and connect. Gallery 610 invites you to view Winter Solstice from December 1 through January 15 and experience the heartfelt reflections of our local artists.
For more details, visit Gallery 610 in the heart of Huntington’s arts district. Don’t miss this chance to see winter through the eyes of some of the region’s most talented creators.
