Garden artists and clothmakers drew many onlookers on August 22 at the Rochester Council on Aging.
The Friends of the Rochester Senior Center held their annual Art Show, and the theme of the night was “Garden Party,” a festive take on different art pieces that lined the tables of the Senior Center.
Artists lined up at a long table and displayed their art pieces to guests. The guests chose their favorite artists in the “People’s Choice” awards to determine the winners of this year’s theme.
Guests chatted amongst themselves as snacks and sweets catered event attendees. Others chatted amongst artists and got to look at the artworks they made.
Artist Bunny Mogilnicki used pastels to create her piece “Flowers Galore,” a soft view of trees and grass complemented by flower beds. “You put a little bit of oil in them and powder, and then they go on and they’re very bright,” she said.
Artist Lynnette Torres depicted a Rochester fishing pond during an autumn morning. “Nice and calming,” said Torres.
Blue and white flowers adorned tables, and green bouquets lined the walls of the Senior Center, giving the venue a fresh appearance for the evening and its offerings.
The Rochester Council on Aging thanked the chefs for a job well done.
By Jared Melanson