The Gift of Ellen Lyons

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Art Whitehead, "Sky," 1989

oil

A private collection of art, including works from some of Central Alberta’s most notable artists, will be on exhibit and sale just in time for Christmas. Ellen Lyons, a local visual artist, gifted numerous artworks – created by herself, Kate More, Art Whitehead, Mo Leaney and others – to the Red Deer Arts Council for fundraising purposes. What a delightful gift and we truly appreciate her generosity!

Kate More, Art Whitehead, Mo Leaney and Ellen Lyons were and are prolific, talented artists whose works can be found in numerous private collections, as well as corporations, and the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. As firm friends, they often exchanged artwork among themselves. Now it is our turn to be wowed by these artworks and to have the chance to purchase works that won't be available anywhere else.

The Arts Council is thrilled that Ms. Lyons found the Red Deer Arts Council to be a worthy recipient of such an impressive collection. The artworks span the early careers of these artists – rare commodities in the local art market. This is your chance to support the Arts Council and own a precious piece or two!

Works that were purchased during the show will be released to their buyers on Thursday, December 22 from 1 to 4:30 pm at the Red Deer Public Library - just in time to wrap it for Christmas!

Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library are pleased to present  The Gift of Ellen Lyons which runs in the Kiwanis Gallery from November 23 to December 21, 2016.

Our First Friday Red Deer is December 2 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Refreshments served.  The artists will be in attendance.