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Monastery Gallery of Art Fundraiser: Paint Nite

  • Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road West Hartford, CT, 06107 United States (map)

Paint Nite

Monastery Gallery of Art Fundraiser

Friday, November 8, 2024
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Jim Spinelli

Join us for a delightful and relaxing painting experience with Jim Spinelli. Enjoy creating your own painting while savoring good wine, cheese, and Holy Family’s renowned cookies. This event provides a great opportunity to forge new friendships and support the Gallery's mission to host exhibits and educational programs. No prior painting experience is required.

This retreat is sponsored by The Monastery Gallery of Art.

Offering: $65, includes wine and cheese


Presenter Profile

James Spinelli

James Spinelli, a Bristol, Connecticut native, has spent most of his life in his hometown. Raised in a family of seven, his passion for art ignited during childhood, leading to his first published work at the age of 12. He pursued graphic design and fine art at Central Connecticut State University on scholarship and later worked as a creative and illustrator for three top-billing agencies in Connecticut. His designs and illustrations have been collected and published globally. In the early '80s, James discovered his true calling in painting and established Black Sheep Studio. Recognized as an abstract expressionist specializing in acrylic and mixed media, his current works have been showcased in solo international and local exhibitions. Expressing emotion as a visual language, his art is from the soul. Inspired by artists such as R.B. Kitaj, Jean Michel Basquiat, Pablo Picasso, and Robert Rauschenberg, James continues to explore and expand his artistic horizons.

Earlier Event: November 3
Sunday Eucharist
Later Event: November 10
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