The work of 20 established fine artists, reflecting the contemporary art scene from Frenchtown to Trenton, can be seen in the Prallsville Grist Mill in Stockton until July 27.
The opening reception will be held Friday (July 11) from 6-8 p.m.
The exhibit, open daily from 1-4 p.m., reflects the art scene influenced by the beauty of the Delaware River Scenic Byway.
The list of regional artists includes: Paul Matthews, Colette Sexton, Pat Martin, Tom Chesar, Myles Cavanaugh, John Schimdtberger, Florence Moonan, Glenn Harren, Gordon Haas, Peter Hunt, Jerry Cable, Alix Bacon, Ty Hodanish, Gail Bracegirdle, Annelies van Dommelen, E.S. Sharp, Robert Lowe, Mare McClellan, Michael Mann, and Trisha Vergis.
"The Delaware River region is abundant with art. An exhibit of this significance, which brings together the artists who work, live, own galleries and care about the preservation and protection of the Delaware River region, is a ‘stand out’ occurrence," said a spokesman.
. The exhibit is inspired by the "Missing Link" exhibit, held in the late 1950s by artists who came together to call attention to the region’s natural beauty, and the need to preserve, protect and improve river road, New Jersey’s Route 29.
Most of the artists of the "Missing Link" exhibit, are known today as the Pennsylvania Impressionists.
Today, New Jersey’s Route 29 is a designated National Scenic Byway and has the distinction of New Jersey’s first State Scenic Byway.
"Steady progress has been made to protect and preserve the beauty of the region’s natural resources. The Delaware River’s Wild & Scenic River designation and the national designation of the Delaware River Scenic Byway (Route 29) continued that progress," said the spokesman.
"However, challenges to the area still remain and have changed to involve larger issues facing our local and national economy. The DRSB Management Committee believes that creating a sustainable economic environment by embracing the region’s tradition of visual artists, cultural arts, history and the beauty of the region’s natural resources is one of the most powerful ways to protect this Byway," the spokesman said.
There is a $3 admission fee, which benefits the work of the Delaware River Scenic Byway Management Committee (DRSB).
