Brian Keith Stephens: Almost True Tales
February 6 – May 9, 2021 Brian Keith Stephens, Promise to Never Make Me Eat Sardines, oil on cotton. In Almost True Tales, artist Brian Keith Stephens explores his fascination with animals as mythic symbols across time and culture. In vibrant, figurative paintings, Stephens draws on iconography, fables and folk tales from around the world […]
The Prismatic Palette: Frank Vincent DuMond and His Students
June 19 – October 3, 2021 The Prismatic Palette examines the art and teaching legacy of Frank Vincent DuMond (1865–1951). A key figure in American art and art education, DuMond was a skilled painter and draftsman with great technical facility and a keen eye for color. He studied in Paris at the Academie Julian from […]
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School Virtual Student Exhibition
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is proud to once again present its annual exhibition by the students of the Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School in New London. This year, due to COVID-19 precautions, we are featuring the students’ work virtually on our website, which allows them to share the link with family members near and […]
Things Come Apart
November 14, 2020 – February 7, 2021 Take a closer look at the objects that surround you each day—there is so much more than meets the eye! Through extraordinary photographs, disassembled objects, and fascinating videos, Things Come Apart reveals the inner workings of common, everyday possessions. This exhibition presents more than 40 images of dozens of objects […]
Melissa Barbieri: Memories, Dreams and Archetypes
November 21, 2020 – January 24, 2021Melissa Barbieri, Indigo,2019, 44- 1/2″ x 73-1/2″, watercolor, India ink and sea salt on cold pressed paper. This exhibition showcases the work of Connecticut artist Melissa Barbieri, highlighting a recent series of her large-scale works on paper. These calligraphic and diagrammatic works are transcribed visions that combine text, symbols, […]
Stains Remain: Works by Michael Harvey
August 29 – November 1, 2020 This exhibition showcases recent paintings that contain personal elements – from conceptual and literary interests to contemplative values and the whimsical and humorous. “It is, after all, who I am. The stains remain,” said Harvey, referencing the show’s title, which is also the title of the book published to […]
Young at Art: A Selection of Caldecott Book Illustrations
October 21, 2020 – January 17, 2021 Gail Haley (b. 1939), A Story, A Story, 1970; relief, 10 1/4 x 20 3/4 inches; Courtesy of Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University. Young at Art: A Selection of Caldecott Book Illustrations includes original illustrations from Caldecott Medal recipients and from “runner-up” Honor books, […]
Sweet Dreams: Confectionery Sculpture by Peter Anton
July 18 – October 18, 2020 “I use my sculptures as a way to make people smile and to offer an escape from the regular pressures of daily life. I give them the opportunity to transform themselves to a world of imagination – to a fun and happy place, at least for a short while.” […]
Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism
February 14 – August 2, 2020 This engaging exhibit highlights the lives of five exceptional residents of New London County, past and present—attorney Lonnie Braxton, Rev. Florence Clarke, Sonalysts Board member Donetta Hodge, Coast Guard Commander (Ret.) Merle Smith, and 19th century freed slave and teacher Ichabod Pease. Stories of Resilience showcases their determination, bravery and strength in […]
A Century of Creativity: Connecticut Art from the New Haven Paint & Clay Club
January 31 – May 10, 2020 The New Haven Paint & Clay Club, established in 1900, is the oldest continuously active art club in Connecticut. With a history and impact extending far beyond New Haven, the club draws members and exhibitors from across Connecticut, New York and New England. The art in this exhibition explores […]