University News
November 20, 2013
Get a jump-start on holiday shopping while supporting emerging artists by attending the College’s annual Student Holiday Art Show and Sale. This always popular event opens with a festive reception at the College’s Sill House Gallery on Friday, Dec. 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. All are welcome and admission is free.
The show will comprise a selection of original works by student artists from the College. The exceptional quality of the artwork reflects the high-quality of teaching at the College by faculty who, in addition to their teaching roles, are all working artists. The artwork is attractively priced and sold on a cash and carry basis. All proceeds benefit the student artist.
The sale continues through Saturday, Dec. 14. Sill House Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All are welcome and admission is free.
For more information, contact Olwen Logan at 860-434-3571 ext. 135 or ologan@lymeacademy.edu.
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