Almost Wordless Wednesday: Opening Reception for The Transformative Power of Public Television

"Worlds" by Holly Fearn

Monday evening was the opening for "The Transformative Power of Public Television" at the Zeitgeist Arts Cafe. WDSE•WRPT is celebrating 55 years of connecting community. The walls are filled with imagery inspired by public television and the events it has covered during its history. Here are some photos from Monday's event along with art by many of our local favorites.

"PBS - Lighting Our World" by Sue Brown Chapin

The cameras rolled as Pamela Fish interviewed local artists about their work and
the influence of public television on their lives. (Matt Kania in the spotlight.)

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"First Lady of Comedy" by Susan Krochalk

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"Sunny Day" by Laurie Kania

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The elephant in the room is by Christie Eliason. (There's actually more than one.)

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"Beneath the Surface" by Shelley K. Breitzmann

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"Adaptability Wins Out" by Penny Perry

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One of two Kris Nelson contributions.

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Every picture tells a story, even when painted on a chair.

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Pamela Fish enjoyed meeting the artists as much as the public enjoyed
meeting her. Sorry, Tom Rauschenfels, for catching you with your eyes closed.
This was my best shot of Pamela.

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There is MUCH more to see here, including a wonderful Mr. Rodgers and an original Bob Ross painting with a happy little tree in the center.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Special thanks to Patricia Lenz who curated the Julia Marshall paintings and drawings in the Atrium, and to Penny Perry who sacrificed many hours of sleep to frame all of Julia Marshall's pieces as well as curate the show in the Cafe (which included communicating with artists, collecting and tagging, as well as finishing her own paintings.) Super big thank you, Penny, for this and all the other events you help make happen.

If able, find a way to see the current exhibitions at the Zeitgeist Arts Cafe and the Atrium. Every picture has a story. Be sure to linger a little. The good folk at the Zeitgeist will understand.