Closing Reception for Sally Rapelye Briggs Art Exhibit

NEW! Four additional paintings have been added to the exhibit since the opening in September.

Artist Statement

My paintings and drawings reflect my love of nature. With a close observation of bark, of moss, and the sun reflecting magically on the Laguna, my paint brush, my palette knife, and my pencil go into an energetic frenzy! Clouds reflecting on the Laguna or Tomales Bay change every minute in form and color, changing from translucent to opaque in storms. These ever-changing skies often determine the moods of my paintings.

About the Artist

Sally Rapelye Briggs graduated from Rhode Island School of Design in 1971 with a major in painting. Her paintings, photography, and sculptures/assemblages have been juried into many shows on the East and West US Coasts. She has been awarded numerous awards showing her versatility in her diverse mediums and her sensitivity to and awareness of our fragile surroundings. Sally is also a teacher. Her 49 years teaching kindergarten through college art demonstrate her dedication towards giving her students the ability to visually express oneself. Her motto in class is “there is no wrong in art! Go for it! EXPLORE!”

About the Gallery

The Heron Hall Gallery & Gift Shop at the Laguna Environmental Center exhibits multiple shows per year of nature-themed art. Proceeds benefit the educational and conservation efforts of the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation. To make an appointment to visit the gallery, please contact Maggie Hart: maggiehart@lagunafoundation.org.