AiR STUDIO GALLERY
Creating & Curating Contemporary Art for the Community
Past AiR Exhibitions
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Closely Observed
Oct 6- Oct 29 First Friday Opening Reception Oct 6, 5-8pm AiR is pleased to present its 8th exhibition, ‘Closely Observed’ is a concept that attempts to explain how our inward perceptions are often influenced by outward circumstances that are seen. Artists, and especially photographers, rely on a subject, something we can see, or imagine we see. It may be something grand, but more often it is a simple awareness of the world we inhabit. In this exhibit we get to see what was experienced, remembered, rendered, and shared by a small group of artists. 'Pieces from the Day I Die' by Jack Ransdell is a selecton of work from his solo thesis show at the Cooper Union in New York City. A deeply personal show following two pivotal life incidents. 'Chance Encounters' by Michael Fanelli brings together photographs of quietly observed random encounters with a subject. In our main room have a group show with artists Marguit Burmeister, Diana Sartor Tracy Stilwell, Shari Weschler, and Annie WIldey. A preview of works will be available shortly. |
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summer crush I, II and II
July, August, September First Friday Art Craw Sept 1, 5-8pm “We’ve been crushin’ on a few artists lately, and we’re excited to bring them to AiR for the summer so you can crush on them too!” – Annie Wildey AiR is pleased to present its 6th exhibition, "Summer Crush" curated by owners and artists Annie Wildey and Michael Fanelli bringing together ten contemporary artists. This showcase highlights the richness of creative expression and artistic versatility, often blurring the lines between disciplines of painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, textile, and photography. Exhibiting artists: Margit Burmeister, Sandi Daniel, S.W. Dinge, Michael Fanelli, Shelley Kirkwood, Carol Scavotto, Diane Sartor, Dan Welden, Shari Weschler and Annie Wildey. A preview of works will be available shortly. |
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spring into summer II
June exhibit at AIR Studio Gallery We are excited to show new paintings by guest artists Dan Welden, and Shari Weschler. Also on view are new coastal photographs by Michale Fanelli and New coastal paintings and Summer Skies art print blocks by Annie Wildey. The exhibit runs from June 2- June 3 Hours are Thurs - Sun 1-6pm View works in the exhibition Follow us on IG for updates and previews |
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spring into summer
MAY exhibit at AIR Studio Gallery MAY'S show spotlights the work of Dan Welden and Shari Weschler. We are excited to show new paintings by Dan Welden, artist, educator, and author, with a continuation of Shari Weschler work from the Show Spring Back. Both Dan and Shari's work was created during the pandemic and themes of resilience, transformation, nature and emotion are explored through narrative and abstract painting. a selection of paintings and photographs byt Annie Wildey and Michael Fanelli will also be on view. The exhibit runs from May 5-29, Hours are Thurs - Sun 1-6pm View works in the exhibition Follow us on IG for updates and previews |
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spring back
APRIL exhibit at AIR Studio Gallery The third exhibition at AIR Studio Gallery in Westerly RI, spotlights the work of guest artist Shari Weschler. Shari shares new work from her ongoing ‘Bunni’ series. Cynical and humorous story tellers of human circumstances and a complex psyche. Channeled through cute, soft figures, they are fast, fierce, shape shifting and intelligent creatures. They emerge into existence as intuitively and fearlessly, as the color palette she uses. Always with something to say, often a message from the inner child tugging at our hearts. We will also get a glimpse of Shari’s 365 illustration journal, launched January 1, 2023. One-a-day drawings to help unload the tales of peril and slow redemption as she springs back. Annie brings us several new timeless seascape paintings. Working with a muted almost monochromatic palette, and a gestural stroke, that celebrates the accidental mark, we are still able to feel the power and grace of her subject in a poetic and meaningful way. Michael’s photographs on paper and aluminum are intimate studies of small branches during their seasonal dormancy and vernal awakening. Delicate in nature yet able to endure the harshness of winter while preparing to regrow in new directions, giving us insight to the secret life of branches. Follow us on IG for updates and previews |
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REAR VIEW - objects may appear closer
MARCH exhibition at AiR Air's second exhibition features Michael Fanelli's polariods from 1988–91. A series of introspective and experimental photographs, Michael often uses double exposures and developer smears to create mystery and depth. Other polaroids in the show push the theoretical aspect of the medium, and explore abstraction by manipulating the polaroid emulsion - effectively making painted photographs. View some of Michael's Polaroids Annie also looks back to when she lived in New York offering us an experience of the city through monotypes and monochromatic paintings. The series explores the human experience amongst New York City's industrial landscape. View Annies Urban Works |
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December - January Inaugural Exhibition Two of AiR galleries showcase monumental and minature seascapes by Annie which capture the many moods of the Rhode Island coastal landscape. These compliment Michael's intimate photography, portraits of Hammanasset stones and abstracted inland waters. The third gallery features an installation of their prints which includes a video and sound element.The show ends January 31. |
AiR Press
New Artist's Studio Gallery Opens
Located just across the street from the Westerly Amtrak Station,
AiR promises to add something new to the community. - Michael Rose
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How many artists does it take to hammer in a nail? In this instance two!
Annie Wildey and Michael Fanelli are bringing something fresh to the arts community in Westerly with their new studio gallery AiR. “It seemed like the perfect spot for a boutique studio gallery, located directly opposite the train station."
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AiR Studio Gallery
19-B Railroad Avenue Westerly, Rhode Island
Hours: Thursday to Sunday 1–6pm and by appointment
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19-B Railroad Avenue Westerly, Rhode Island
Hours: Thursday to Sunday 1–6pm and by appointment
anniewildey.com/air • [email protected]
michaelfanelli.com • [email protected]