What a relief as this summer’s unrelenting inferno yields to the approach of fall! We relish the return of our favorite season, rousing from our summer torpor and venturing out to savor the cooling days and subtle change in colors. Creative energy builds as the mellowing sunlight and lengthening shadows draw painters and photographers outside to capture the mood of the season. For a sampling of the creative energy of our community, stop by Gallery Moab, an artist-owned and operated cooperative gallery offering original fine art and one-of-a-kind artisan crafts created by local artists inspired by our unique landscape.

Vanessa Rusczyk is featured as our special Guest Artist this month. She skillfully paints the native flora and landscapes of western America. Raised in New Mexico, she has lived in southern California for 25 years, and will return to New Mexico this year. Her award-winning portraits of flowers and plants give viewers a close look at plant structure and natural design, immersing them in that small world on a large scale. Her paintings are inspired by hikes and road trips, along with the native plant species she grows in her garden. While focusing on native plants of California started her art career, her subject matter has broadened to the vast landscapes of Western America. Trips to canyon country of Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico inspire new works that aim to give a sense of vast space inhabited by resilient plant life.

While you’re at Gallery Moab, browse the walls and shelves, and you might find a perfect gift or memento, or that special piece of original art that sparks a personal connection with you. We offer a wide variety of original fine art and artisan crafts in different mediums to appeal to any taste and budget.

Open Sunday & Monday 12:00 – 3:00 p.m
Tuesday through Saturday 12:00 – 6:00 p.m
Call 435-220-0891 and we will gladly open by appointment during other hours.

We look forward to your visit!

Gallery Moab LCA • 59 South Main Street #1, Moab, Utah 84532 • 435-355-0024
gallerymoab.com

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