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The Magnified Eye II: Contemporary Botanical Portraiture

Diane Birdsall Gallery of Old Lyme CT in collaboration with Susan Frei Nathan Fine Works on Paper, LLC, is pleased to present “The Magnified Eye II: Contemporary Botanical Portraiture” from May 1- June 15, 2014

This spectacular collection of contemporary botanical art on vellum and paper will feature leading artists from the US and UK, represented by Susan Frei Nathan Fine Works on Paper, LLC.

Magnifying glasses will be provided for closely viewing the detailed drawing and brushwork inherent in this art form.

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On June 5, a demonstration by Beverly Duncan, an artist featured in the show, will occur from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Also that day will be a talk by Susan Frei Nathan, leading dealer in contemporary botanical art, from 1-2 pm.

The opening reception will take place on Thursday May 1, from 6-8 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesday - Saturday, 12 - 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 4 p.m.

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The Magnified Eye II: Contemporary Botanical Portraiture” May 1- June 15, 2014 Diane Birdsall Gallery 16 Lyme Street

Old Lyme, CT 06371 860 434 3209 http://www.dianebirdsallgallery.com/ http://www.sfnbotanicalart.com/

Beverly Duncan Demonstration: Thursday June 5, 2014, 11am – 1 pm. 

Susan Frei Nathan Lecture: Thursday June 5, 2014, 1 – 2 pm. 

Gallery Hours: Wednesday – Saturday, 12-6 pm and Sunday 1-4 pm.

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