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Central Oregon Coast Artist Exhibits Surreal, Colorful Works at Florence Visitors Center

Published 05/22/22 at 3:25 AM PST
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Central Oregon Coast Artist Exhibits Surreal, Colorful Works at Florence Visitors Center

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(Florence, Oregon) – Down on the central Oregon coast, the little town of Florence knows how to mix art and everyday life. Even business life, perhaps. In that spirit, the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce’s Visitor Center has an art gallery, hosting an ever-revolving exhibit of local artists' work. The newest one on the roster is a mixed media called encaustics created by Jo Beaudreau, owner of BeauxArts Fine Art Materials and Gallery in Florence.

Encaustics is a unique painting technique that has been around for centuries, utilizing pigments mixed with resin and hot wax.

“This year's works featured a challenge since we have been living in challenging times - why not embrace and take it head on?” asked Beaudreau.

With these particular works, Beaudreau chose for herself a set of guidelines: to utilize round shapes of varying sizes with neon colors. Within this framework, the result was abstract landscapes that are dreamy, surreal: portraits of forests, lakes, beaches, sunsets, sunrises and more. All of it used the encaustic techniques.

“Neon colors are, appropriate to our times, a challenge - hard to work with- because they are so vibrant,” she said. “Not many artists use neon colors in their works, but I was inspired by seeing a Monet painting at the Portland Art Museum, a huge 10x10 foot work of his lilies, and lo and behold, he had used dayglo pink in his flowers and other vibrant colors. Neon colors don't translate well photographically, they are best seen/experienced in person, just like this amazing area in which we live.”

Beaudreau's works have been exhibited across various parts of America and in galleries and shows, as well as being a mainstay on the central Oregon coast. She currently serves on the City of Florence’s Public Arts Committee, serves on the Florence Events Center’s Gallery Committee, and an Artist & Member of Florence Regional Arts Alliance are a few of her many community activities.

“We are thrilled to have Jo’s work on display again,” said Bettina Hannigan, president/CEO of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. “She’s so multitalented. Her last exhibit was her magnificent photography. This time it’s her artistry with a paintbrush. Visitors are going to love this exhibit,” said Bettina Hannigan, president/CEO of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce.”

“The arts have always been my interest, specifically, the visual arts,” said Beaudreau. “I've always been involved with creating my own art or helping others create theirs. I love all types of expression. Every day I am thrilled I can help people create through my shop’s materials, my materials knowledge, and other resources,”

The Chamber’s winter hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday, Saturday, and Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It is closed on Sundays. For more information about the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, and how to join or volunteer, visit FlorenceChamber.com or call 541-997-3128. MORE FLORENCE BELOW

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