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SPRING INTO CREATIVITY
Poetry, Art and Inspiration at A&C
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Our First Thursday on April 2nd was a wonderful evening of poetry and prose thanks to our four fabulous writers: Joseph Chelius, Lynn Fanok, Kevin Kaiser and VA Smith.
April 27th marks our ongoing joint venture with the Lower Southampton Library (Feasterville) in celebration of National Poetry Month with our exciting poets: Cheryl Baldi, Alison Bessedotter, Chris Darrah, Elizabeth Esris, Bernadette McBride, Christine McKee, Jane Mohler, Steve Nolan, Ellen Slack, Marie Wise and Bill Wunder.
30 Days of Inspiration, in its sixth year, continues to draw large crowds and much enjoyment for the incredible pairing of art and poems. It is truly one of our highlights and not to be missed. The best part? It leads up to our May 7th First Thursday which will feature four of the pairings where poet and artist share their secrets with us! Join us at Freeman Hall, 181 East Court Street, Doylestown at 7:00pm to see and hear the art and poetry of:
Bernadette McBride and Thomas Mallon
Christine McKee and Elissa Goldberg
Joanne Leva and Tracy Fitzgerald
Tom Mallouk and Barbara Martin
As always, this will be followed by a relaxed discussion and light refreshments.
| | Robert Hansen, Transparency and Illusion, acrylic, View Website | | |
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CELEBRATING OUR SPONSORS
A&C Spring Exhibition 2026
The generosity of our many sponsors is crucial to the success of our exhibitions, including the receptions.
For the recent A&C Spring Exhibition 2026, we sincerely thank these companies and individuals.
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SPRING EXHIBITION 2026
Announcing the Award Winners
The exhibition opened on Saturday, April 11, with an afternoon reception featuring award presentations and delicious food. The show will run weekends through April 26. It is always a pleasure to stage an exhibition in the beautiful, historic Freeman Hall.
The juror Lou Schellenberg gave us the following note along with juror statements for each winning piece. “A use of strong formal elements, suggestion of strong observation and the artwork evoking emotion informed my decisions.”
Congratulations to our winners!
| | Linda Fanning-LeFevre, Rocky Coast, oil, First Prize sponsored by Phoenix Art Supplies & Framing | Bill Donnelly, Sea Foam, crayon, Honorable Mention sponsored by Rutherford's Camera Shop in memory of Bruce Rutherford | Tom Zimmerman, The Paint, oil, Honorable Mention sponsored by Arts & Cultural Council | Justin Bursk, Know I Am There, gouache, Award in Abstract Art sponsored by Deborah Kostianovsky & Adam Schneider in Memory of Jorge Kostianovsky | | Ally Ruff, Shadow Box, oil, Second Prize sponsored by Graphic Imaging | Abby Brooks, Five Pears, oil, Honorable Mention sponsored by Arts & Cultural Council | Sandy Askey-Adams, Winter Scape at Tyler, Materese Roche Memorial Landscape Award sponsored by the Materese Roche Memorial Fund in Memory of Materese Roche | Sue Ann Rainey, Remains of the Season, photography, Award in Photography sponsored by Bruce Katsiff | Alison Bessesdotter, Spacecraft Disguised as Nebula, fiber art, Award in Fine Craft sponsored by Karl Carter in memory of Rich Clikeman | | Helena van Emmerik-Finn, Churchyard - Yardley, pastel, Third Prize sponsored by The Silverman Gallery | Beth Schoenleber, Rusty Tin Roof, watercolor, Honorable Mention sponsored by Arts & Cultural Council | Catherine Biggs, First Harvest, watercolor, Hannah Elsas Miller Watercolor Award sponsored by Peter Miller & Mark Ansley in Honor of Hannah Elsas Miller | Gun-Marie Nalsen, Sardines in Tomato Sauce, mixed media, Award in Sculpture sponsored by John Mathews in memory of Barbara and Paul Mathews | People's Choice Award sponsored by Penn Community Bank to be announced at end of show after voting is completed | | EXHIBITIONS UPDATE AT BUCKS | | |
Garden Glories 2 is on view through May 9 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center Lobby.
Presented in conjunction with the 18th Landscape Lecture and Tyler Formal Gardens Tour that took place on April 18, the exhibition includes works by regional artists in a wide range of media and subjects that all relate to the beauty of landscapes and gardens. All artworks are for sale and a portion of proceeds support Bucks student scholarships.
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61st Annual Bucks Student Art Exhibition at the Hicks Art Center
The 61st Annual Bucks Student Art Exhibition will open with a reception, open studios, awards and an art, book and maker fair on April 26 from 11 am - 4 pm at the Hicks Art Center.
In the galleries, visitors can expect to see a showcase of developing expertise by Bucks students in painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, jewelry, digital media, sculpture, ceramics, dance, and video along with art, books and crafts for sale by Bucks students and alumni outside Hicks Art Center and in the 3D Arts Building.
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The schedule for the open studios and demonstrations on April 26 is as follows:
Fine Woodworking, Jewelry, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Foundry
1 – 4 p.m., Hicks Art Center and 3-D Arts Building
Wood Turning Demonstration
1 – 2 p.m., Hicks Art Center, Room 130
Matt Overton shows his expertise in the art of Wood Turning.
Bronze Pour Demonstration
3 p.m., 3-D Arts Building, Metal Foundry
Faculty member Jon Burns guides a team of artists through the process of casting bronze sculpture.
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Jennifer Aguilar,
Long Arm Shrimp and Crab
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SOMETHING IN THE ARTS FOR EVERYONE!
Art, Music, Literature, and Discussion
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National Poetry Month Read Calling All Member Poets! Township Library of Southampton (Feasterville Library), 1983 Bridgetown Pike, Feasterville-Trevose, PA April 27 at 5:50pm-7:30pm. For more info contact Bill Hemmig at programs@bucksarts.org
Beyond the Horizon ACC Member Heather Johnston’s solo exhibit opening March 24, 5pm-7pm, closing June 6, 10am-2pm, By appointment daily. visit: thefoundry.studio/news-events. The Foundry West, 95 W. Court Street First Floor, Doylestown, PA.
11th Annual Points of View Art Show April 24-26, 2026, Friday April 24 Reception 5-8pm, Saturday and Sunday 12-5pm. The Saw Mill @ Prallsville Mill, 33 Risler Street, Stockton NJ.
Arts and Cultural Council Spring Exhibition Three Weekends: April 11,12, 18,19, 25 & 26. Freeman Hall, 181 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA.
30 Days of Inspiration Poets and artists share original work with the community through a poem-a-day matched with an artwork-a-day for every day in April, in celebration of National Poetry Month and hosted by the Arts and Cultural Council of Bucks County. online @bucksarts.
Skytop Lodge Plein Air Days Painters of all skill levels are invited to paint on the grounds of the historic Skytop Lodge. 2026 Days: May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 5. One Skytop Lodge Road, Skytop, PA.
14th Annual Juried Show at AOY April 11- May 3. AOY Art Center, 949 Mirror Lake Road, Yardley, PA I Amanda Burdan, Senior Curator of Brandywine Museum of Art juried 137 pieces from 430 submissions. ACC Member Jean Burdick’s monoprint with silkscreen and hand painting was chosen to be in the show.
First Thursdays May 7, 2026. 30 Days of Inspiration Celebration featuring four pairs of artists and poets I 7pm Freeman Hall, 181 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA.
| | Michael J. Frank, Red and Gold, photograph, View Website | Carol Perlowski, Lilacs, oil, View Website | Jean Broden, Black Desktop, oil, View Gallery | | |
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Help us carry out our mission to foster, strengthen, and promote Bucks County’s diverse arts and cultural community, build arts alliances, and enhance the Bucks County arts experience.
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