The Opening Reception for the unique group of abstract painters called THE OUTLOUD PAINTERS
took place at the wonderful SANDY SPRING MUSEUM Sunday afternoon. It was a beautiful opening,
complete with music and tours of the museum.
The exhibit of this group has a wonderful feel on integration. Maybe that is because all the members
stand on their own artistically speaking, award-winning artists, but most of them actually paint together
weekly. It is rare to have this kind of support for painters of this level as well as the chance to exchange
and paint in the same studio.
The exhibit will continue till the end of May. It is worth the lovely drive out to Sandy Springs
near Olney, MD. Additionally a tour of the surrounding Quaker community is available, ie.
the museum. It is a quite fascinating history, the craft and spirit of earlier times, as well as
the interesting "underground railroad" connection of the Quakers who brought many African-
Americans to come into the free states and live in the community as well.
Visit the painters at www.theoutloudpainters.com and Sandy Spring Museum at www.sandyspringmuseum.com.
Photos above: 1. Shaune Bazner and her painting, 2. Donna Grossman, Amy Barker-Wilson's paintings,
3. Judy Baldinger, Donna and Shaune, 4. Donna G.,Tory Cowles and Carol Jason; photographer: michiyo mazuuchi
