Westport River Gallery

French Countryside by Dubord

New works have arrived by french master artist Jean-Pierre Dubord. He was born in Rouen in 1949, and after spending years in the French Countryside, he returned to his native city to portray the surroundings of his youth. While Rouen is a favorite subject for his paintings, he often depicts Paris, the Normandy countryside, the beaches of Deauville, the Cliffs of Caux and Etretat and scenes along the Seine. He is known for his ability to capture the subtleties of light and color unique to each season. In 1970, he had his first exhibition of 30 paintings in Rouen, a show that was highly praised by art critics. He also exhibited in Bourdeaux, Le Havre, La Rochelle, Osaka, Quebec and in the major, famous salons of Paris. Dubord has his own original approach to painting. His palette is rich in its tones, is fresh and uplifting. Westport River Gallery currently has four of his works.

Dominique Dorie, Master Artist

Dominique Dorie was born in Versailles in 1958. At 16 he began working in the Louvre as a restorer of sculptures. He enjoyed studying the masterpieces hanging on the walls of the great museum and felt impelled to sketch them. He had several small " exhibitions " by hanging his work in the evenings on the fences of the church of St. Germain des Pres. 1977 marked a turning point. At 24, je decided he needed surroundings with greater calm, quiet, so he moved to a small village on the edge of the sea in Normandy. In 1985 Dorie exhibited his work in the Salon de Criel and in the Salon d'Orly. In 1986 Dorie won the Medaille d'Or at an exhibition in Deauville. Westport River Gallery currently has two of his works. Click for his works and other new arrivals.

French Artist Jean Claude Tron

Born in 1943 in Champagne sur Oise, France, Jean Claude Tron began to paint at the age of thirteen. At sixteen he started work, but his desire to paint was so strong that he continued his art studies through evening classes. Despite fulfilling numerous commissions and holding exhibitions of his work at several prestigious galleries, Jean Claude did not begin to dedicate all his energies to painting until 1990. Since then he has seen his reputation grow steadily throughout Europe and the United States, where his work is in constant demand and his originals sell for commanding prices. "I do not paint formal landscapes that represent a particular place which then binds us. I prefer a different world, a world that radiates warmth and happiness, leaving space to dream..." The Westport River Gallery in Westport, Connecticut has three of his works. Click for his works and other new arrivals.

Perez' European Lavender Landscapes

New lavender hillscapes have arrived by Alex Perez, His extraordinary landscapes reflect a peaceful and harmonious ambience, as a means of transporting the viewer to a serene and contemplative visual experience. Perez uses numerous techniques to create oils, acrylics, watercolors, drawings, engravings, prints and murals. His fine art also includes works of stained glass and sculpture in stone. This unframed picture is 24x30 and is 1950.00. Click for other new arrivals.

Eugene Paprocki, American Impressionist

The Westport River Gallery in Westport, CT has two pictures by Eugene Paprocki at below market prices. Paprocki’s paintings evoke the timeless beauty of nature, a witness to the integration of mankind’s imaginings and natures gifts: a simple brick path, a plain iron gate, sailboats that mirror the contours of the clouds and seas.  During visits to many of the great museums in the US and Europe, Eugene Paprocki was drawn to the familiar genius of the 19th century Impressionists, and he especially admired Monet, Pissarro, and Sisley. Through careful study, Eugene Paprocki found direction in his own artistic vision. His subject matter evolved from cityscape to the country, the gardens the rural path, distant sailboats, the floral still life. Click for other new arrivals. Call us if interested: 203-226-6934.

Introducing French Artist Guyon

French Artist Michel Guyon studied at the Beaux Art School of Nantes at the end of the sixties and gained experience in theatrical practice. He became passionate for opera, music, and painting which brought him to create theatre decorations, costumes, and posters. In the seventies, he worked on lyrical spectacles and amassed numerous decorations as set designer for the operas Noces de Figaro, The Magic Flute, Don Giovani, Carmen, and Faust. His talent with decoration shows through his beautifully realized artistic works, a mixture of a poetry of colors and a strong touch of glaze, attesting to Guyon‘s wonderful talent as a painter. Today his works are collected worldwide. For another picture available at the Westport River Gallery, click here.  Guyon comes at the same time new French artists have been added to the Westport River Gallery, including Estivalet and Bulan.

Blown Glass to Wear

The unique work of Nils come to the Westport River Gallery for your pleasure. Each comes in a jewelry box, and an 18 inch silver chain. Each is hand blown, infused with gold, silver and other substances to create a unique look and presentation. His works come from his imagination, and his experience. For more of his works, click here.

Estivalet: Beauty of Provence

Although Elisabeth Estivalet has degrees in both Economics and Philosophy, the countryside of Provence elicited from her a natural artistic talent, and she instinctively embarked on a passionate and lifelong career as an artist. Painting solely with a palette knife, Elisabeth Estivalet taught herself to master the techniques of color management, perspective and composition. What resulted are candid renditions of a tranquil and serene Provence. Elisabeth Estivalet's sunny landscapes bring to mind the works of the old Post-Impressionist masters. Her subject matter and artistic style are reminiscent of the masterful works of Paul Cézanne.

Click here for additional works.

Bulan Offers Colorful, Vibrant Art

French artist Stephane Bulan's premier exhibition was in 1977 at Galerie Drouant in France. Today several works are offered at the Westport River Gallery in Westport, Connecticut. The artist delivers a punch utilizing vibrant yellows, blues, greens and other primary colors in his work. 

His images are strong and proud and there is cleanliness to his form that is paramount in his artworks. Bulan has an outstanding ability to employ exciting colors and yet fill each canvas with captivating warmth. For more of his works at the Westport River Gallery in Connecticut, click here.

Hawkins' New English Country Scenes

New work are now available at the Westport River Gallery by British Artist Stephen Hawkins, a master of inviting country scenes. As a child, Stephen combined an enthusiasm for horses with a love of drawing. He soon displayed a natural artistic ability which led him to produce equestrian and countryside paintings using a variety of medium. 

Since moving to Sussex years ago, Stephen has concentrated on oil paintings, mainly of the South Downs region. These capture the subtle changes of light and shade throughout the seasons. To see other available works at the Westport River Gallery, click here.

New Henry Wilkinson Originals Arrive in Westport

New works are now available by famed British artist Henry Wilkinson. For more of his new works, click here. British Sporting Artist Henry Wilkinson is 88 this year, and still paints his original oils, his etchings and dry point. He was born into an artistic family, his father having been taught to paint by John Ruskin, eventually became the Headmaster of Winchester College of Art. It was whilst living in Winchester that the young Wilkinson learned the first skills of Gun Making, climbing out of the scullery window in the evenings to work, unknown to his farther, at the famous gunmakers 'Hamond of Winchester'. It was at Hammonds that he first became fascinated by engraving, learning from the craftsmen who decorated the metalwork on the hand-made firearms. Today Henry Wilkinson is one of the last remaining qualified Muzzle Loading' gun maker in the country.  Master Etcher and Artist Henry Wilkinson is also referenced on the website of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

Textural Color Brought to Life

Arthur Vitello's work has been described as the quintessence of traditional art with a contemporary flair. The sincerity and simplicity of his compositions are brought to life by the exquisite texture he is able to achieve by overlapping many layers of paint. His texture is created by initially using acrylic, and then using multiple layers of oil. He is able to create color fields so rich in texture as to make the viewer feel engulfed in his work as a part of the piece.

He received a BFA from Paier College of Art in Connecticut and the grad program at Yale University School of Drama. Arthur has also painted for the Goodspeed Opera in Connecticut, JFK Center in Washington D.C., Glimmerglass Opera in NY, and the Utah Shakespearean Festival. Click here for other pictures.

Master Marine Painter Zider

New to the Westport River Gallery is master marine artist and Saturday Night Live artist Doug Zider. He creates vibrant marine scenes, sweeping nautical vistas, powerful clipper ships majestically gliding over churning waterways, and small personal craft during the sunset. “As an islander and boater my whole life, the water has always been the source of play, work, and peace of mind. A delicate environment always changing, always giving up something new to see, a true natural resource. It is with great pleasure I study and paint what has been given to us.” Above is The Bounty, which just arrived in the gallery, and is 18"x38",  For more of his works, click here.

New Works by DNIE

New works (including the 16x20 shown here) are on the way from Chinese-American artist DNIE. He creates uses a colorful pallet of greens, blues, yellows and oranges that beautifully blend into a mix of classic impressionism with a strong dash of Fauvism. 

He favors colorful pictures, where the viewer can see themselves along a steam, in a flowing field with gentle breezes. DNIE is a native of Shanghai, China. Click here for more new pictures.

French Artist Dabere: Collected Worldwide

French artist Pascal Dabere is the recipient of countless awards for his extraordinary talent, five Gold Medals from France and one from London for his oil paintings and Gold Medals for his work with pastels. 

His honorable mentions are many and from all over the world. Dabere is in numerous private collections and exhibits continuously, in Holland, Belgium, Britain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Canada.

Exclusive Works Available by Pissarro

Westport River Gallery now has an exclusive selection of 12 original works by Famous Impressionist Camille Pissarro and his sons, including Paulemile Pissarro, the youngest. One of his drawings is above. Prices for the works by the Pissarros are $400 (for serigraphs by Lelia Pissarro, Paulemile's grand daughter) to $25,000 for a 100-year-old work by Camille. Born in 1884, Paulemile was raised in the artistic environment of Eragny. His godfather was Claude Monet, who became his tutor and close friend, particularly when Camille died in 1903. He exhibited at the 'Salon des Independents' until 1908, when financial difficulties forced him to look for paid employment. He found work in Paris designing lace and embroidery. In the 1920's he met the artist kees Van Dongen, with whom he shared a studio, and Maurice Vlaminck. Together they would escape Paris and spend the summer months painting and traveling around the French countryside. Call us if interested in seeking more of the works. 203-226-6934. For information on Lelia Pissarro, and her available serigraphs, click here.  For information on her father, H. Claude Pissarro, click here.

Westport River Gallery Named "Best"

WASHINGTON D.C., Dec. 22, 2008 -- Westport River Gallery in Westport, Connecticut, has been selected for the 2008 Best of Westport Award in the Art Galleries & Dealers category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). The "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. 

These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community. The gallery opened about four years ago and is known for its original European, American and Asian Fine art. It can be reached at 203-226-6934. 

Kerfily: European Energy

Kerfily was born in Bonneval, Eur et Loir in 1948. He studied artistic photography then art and engraving. As of 1972, he exhibited his first work in Paris. After having soaked up the landscapes of the Mediterranean, the Lubéron, Corsica and after having accumulated countless sketches, water-colours and drawings, Kerfily recreates landscapes unhindered by a concern for realism.

 "I am looking for an image that is worthy of interest, beautiful, strong, luminous which communicates a special atmosphere, an ambience". His paintings are included in many private collections in France and all over the world. Click here for more pictures. Call us at 226-6934 if you are interested.

Animals on Parade by Haase

Nature Painter Jeff Haase is ready for our show Dec. 6, and began with a stunning oil painting on board of an African elephant with zebras in the background. He has painted sunsets, raccoons, moose, turtle, lions and other animals. Click here to see more of his works.

New England Barns by Mona

New original pictures of barns have been created by American artist Mona Brown and are almost ready for the upcoming Dec. 6 show at the Westport River Gallery. Her works are oils, and her images are inspired from her numerous travels in Vermont and New England. She is known for her pictures of pastoral cows and flowing poppies. For more of her unique works, click here.

New Glass Works by Hepburn

Mundy Hepburn, nephew of legendary Actress Katherine Hepburn, makes blown glass ranging from bowls to giant forms that are filled with rare gas mixtures such as helium, neon, argon, krypton, and xenon. The glass in the bowls is often mixed with substances for color. For example, the pink below comes from gold that has been blended into the molten glass

The bowls and vases are offered at an introductory price of $75 to $350, and come with a formal Certificate of Authenticity. 

Each is signed by the artist, and have been blown, stretched, coaxed and pulled to make fabulous shapes and colors.

Click here for other works available, and the transcript of an interview by CNN with Mundy about Katharine Hepburn.

Tibetan Antique Furniture

Westport River Gallery has a limited number of authentic Tibetan antique furniture available.

There are two chairs (29x29, height 39"), a table (34x24, height 21"), and three small chests (Each are 13 to 17 inches high). The chair and table can be used at home, the office, or a second home. They are all very sturdy, and are made with hardwoods and some pine. All are in excellent condition.

At left and below are some of the pieces. In addition there are two other small chests one with drawers, which can be used for jewelry, to display glassware, statues.

Spotlight: Faucher's Musical Art

The work of Francois Faucher is unique, fun, and is designed to make you smile. His original oil paintings are collected worldwide, and arein the private collections of Rock Stars Elton John and Billy Joel. Faucher has had exhibitions in Ottawa, Quebec, New York, New Jersey, Florida, Chicago, Massachusetts, and Mexico and has exhibited art in group shows in Paris, Boston, New Orleans, Palo Alto, Holland. His work has been the subject of many TV shows, and been on the cover of 15 major books printed in the USA, Canada & France. For more of his works, click here.

Works by British Artist Hawkins

New original oil paintings have just arrived from British Artist Stephen Hawkins. As a child, Stephen combined an enthusiasm for horses with a love of drawing. He soon displayed a natural artistic ability which led him to produce equestrian and countryside paintings using a variety of medium. Since moving to Sussex 16 years ago, Stephen has concentrated on oil paintings, mainly of the South Downs. These capture the subtle changes of light and shade, throughout the seasons. The inclusion of sheep and cattle in many of his landscapes helps to convey the peaceful atmosphere of Downland life. His paintings have been exhibited at the Royal Society of Equestrian Artists and at various exhibitions around England, and at the Westport River Gallery. The top picture is Spring Walk, 20x30, and the one below is 32x24, entitled Tranquil Village.

Zion Park, Fishing Pictures

New pictures have just arrived by American artist Garcia, including two Zion National Park pictures, and one fishing adventure. Click here for all the works.

New Tibetan Works by Zheng

A group of new works by Chinese artist Zheng is now available, ranging in size from 12x16, to 30x40. For information call the Westport River Gallery at 203-226-6934. They reflect his travels to China and Tibet, where he lives with the people in the mountains several months a year.

New Impressionist Pictures By Dyson

Visit us and see all the new works by impressionist Jilly Marie Dyson, this past summer's artist in residence. Below are some of her 30 new works, which range in size from 42x52, to 24x36.

Spotlight: Paris Bistro by Yetvart Kaprielian

Yetvart Kaprielian is highly decorated in the art world, and his works are collected internationally. This oil painting is 10x20, and with frame about 19x29. It comes directly from the artist and captures the bistro scene and shoppers during one afternoon in Paris. Born in France in 1959 of Armenian descent, the work of this French neo-Impressionist painter has been exhibited widely since the 1980s. Yetvarti Kaprielian is most noted for his paintings of the Ile de France, Normandy, Brittany and Provence. This is available from the Westport River Gallery for $2900.  Click to see more of his works.

Spotlight: Zheng's Tibetan Scenes; Jilly's Seascape

Zheng's extraordinary works, portraying the heartland of Tibet, not only illustrate the beauty and simplicity of daily survival in a small village. This oil painting is 24x30 and sells for $3750. For more of his works, click here.

The second work is by Jilly Marie Dyson, who brings a lovely blend of subtle French Impressionism to all her works, reflecting her European travels and interests. Her works evokes memories of Monet, Van Gogh, Camille Pissarro and even Eugene Boudin.  This work is 24x30, perfect for positioning above a fireplace or sofa. It sells for $3200. For more of her works, click here.

Spotlight: Citrus Grove by HM Saffer

This week's focus is on HM Saffer's works, a unique blend of Klimt, Van Gogh and Saffer. His artful patterns create a unique look of movement and evolution. Saffer works on board, where he controls the patterns and flow of his art. This picture of a Citrus Grove is 30x24, and retails for $3300, including frame. For more of Saffer's works, click here.

Westport Scenes Available by French Artist

Westport River Gallery in Westport, Connecticut, now has oils of Westport, Fairfield and Southport beaches and boating areas.

Born in Brussels in 1956 Henri Lepetit is almost larger then life, an Indian Jones character who seems to have done everything, from bagging spitting cobras in the Ivory Coast when he was only 13 to fighting in a Squadron of the S.A.S! With skydiving an ongoing hobby he has been a world adventurer who has extracted every possible emotion from his incredibly varied lifestyle. Art has always had a dominant place in his life and this natural talent means that from the early age of 16 he paid for many of his world trips by painting and selling his works en route. With no formal art education he has always had to rely on the public at large to be his severest critic.

Rent the Gallery

Imagine renting an art gallery for your business meeting, corporate retreat, retirement party, anniversary (just the two of you), wedding or baby shower, or "just because." This unique location can be rented during or after business hours. We can help arrange catering, or you can consider dinner or lunch at the Napoli Sul Fiume located in our building, and overlooking the Saugatuck River. We have about 1000 square feet available in two rooms, can accommodate about 100 people for a reception, and about 20-30 for sit down. We have award winning art from throughout the world, so this location would not be appropriate for events with younger or many children. Call for details, 203-226-6934.

 

Your Mona Lisa Can Be Framed

Westport River Gallery can now frame your Mona Lisa, Water Lilies by Monet or even your Renoir. But it may also be the picture from your grandmother (Maybe Grandma Moses?) that has been in your family for decades. We have access to hundreds and hundreds of frames, from the simple to the ornate, and even the whimsical. da Vinci has never been to our gallery, but we can make your fine work look great in your home or office. Call Ken at the Westport River Gallery in Westport, 203-226-6934.

Alex Perez: Impressionist Works

Born in Santiago, Chile, in 1946, Perez is a fourth generation of artists. After graduating from the ‘Academy of Fine Arts’ in Santiago, he worked in his father's studio - the Ibero-Chilean painter Eduardo Perez - where he acquired most of his artistic knowledge and skill. On his father’s side, Alex Perez is the fourth generation of artists trained in fields ranging from painting to architecture. His Spanish ancestors restored murals and frescos in the ancient cathedrals of 18th century Spain. Perez inherited his love for music from his mother's family, of which came the Philharmonic Conductor Victor Tevah. The inspiration Perez derives from music is reflected in the rhythmic lines and colors of his paintings. Perez’s work fuses a sophisticated color sensibility with a romantic realism approach, and he expresses his own passion and "joie de vivre" by recording Nature on the canvas.
His color technique imbibes the shifting of light as day progresses from dawn to dusk and back again, the vividness of colors breathing life and vitality in to the canvas.

His extraordinary landscapes reflect a peaceful and harmonious ambience, as a means of transporting the viewer to a serene and contemplative visual experience. Perez uses numerous techniques to create oils, acrylics, watercolors, drawings, engravings, prints and murals. His fine art also includes works of stained glass and sculpture in stone. Call the Westport River Gallery if you are interested in any of these pictures, which range from 8x10 to 20x24. 203-226-6934.

The Inviting Doors of Ecuador

Stroll through the doorways of Ecuador and let your imagination continue the journey. Warm earth tones of the buildings and plazas punctuated by richly colored doorways entice the viewer to enter into another time and place. Jorge Morales takes us into the charming world of cobblestones, courtyards and sunlight that are the hallmark of his hometown, Quito, Ecuador. Jorge Morales, member of the Ecuadorian Culture House-Extension Ruminahui, has had his work displayed in galleries throughout Venezuela and Ecuador. His work has been exhibited in shows in New York, Madrid and Miami. He has been a member of multiple collective expositions and shows in Washington, D.C. as well as many universities in Spain and Ecuador.

Signed Serigraphs By Kerfily

Inspired by the Mediterranean, the South of France, Corsica and Greece, his enthusiasm for his art is fully evident in his windswept seascapes and timeless, sun-dappled village scenes. Noted for his power to evoke emotion, opulence of light and distinctive color harmonies, Kerfily translates the ordinary moment into the magical, inviting us to be revitalized by the world's simple pleasures. Kerfily's panoramas continue to draw accolades; he has received a Silver and Gold Medal from France. His work is included in collections worldwide including Musee d'Art Modern de Bocham and the Grand Palais a Paris. He has been honored by galleries around the world having shown exhibitions in Paris, St. Germain-en-Laye, Strasbourg, Bordeaux, Tokyo, North America, and Australia. These serigraphs are hand numbered, signed and limited edition. Call us at 203-226-6934 if you are interested.