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Artist Reception for “Every Day, A Shimmery Light Show,” Paintings by Julie Woodmansee

August 28, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:30pm

NCSSM-Durham (ETC Lobby) 1219 Broad St., Durham, NC 27705

Join us on Friday, Aug. 28, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the ETC Lobby to meet the artist! Meditate with the artwork while enjoying a refreshment.

All around us, every day, sunlight falling on trees, clouds, fields, and water creates a beautiful show. It’s easy to miss, rushing through the day. Attempting to translate the 3D light show to a 2D surface makes me observe more intently. After painting the marsh, I continue to see colors there in the grass that previously I didn’t notice. After studying clouds, I am even more captivated by their interesting shapes. Painting is a slow endeavor, and looking carefully takes time. We could stand to ease up on the rushing and enjoy the show.”

—Julie Woodmansee

This reception is free and open to the public.

“High Above Nafplio” / 18 x 24 / Acrylic and colored pencil on paper / NFS
(From an NCSSM J-Term trip to Greece)

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