Meet the artists, James Gemma and Lea Lackey-Zachmann, and enjoy short gallery talks about their exhibits at 2:30. pm Light refreshments will be served.

James Gemma: “Adventuring in Abstract Expressionism”
and
Lea Lackey-Zachmann: “Sounds, Thoughts and Almost Funny Paintings”

James Gemma’s contemporary abstract art is a visual and conceptual exploration of the artistic relationships that can be created among and between colors and shapes. He utilizes geometric elements and other dynamic visual forms to support these explorations. Some of his works have a formal appeal with strong arrangements of bold colors and shapes, while others have more subtle color/shape relationships. Gemma’s show applies these principles to explore novel and fun approaches to abstract expressionist themes. The intention is for this art to create strong aesthetic appeal and involvement for the viewer. Media for this show include archival acrylic paints on canvas and board.

James Gemma graduated with advanced degrees from The Ohio State University and then held positions as university professor and consumer research professional. Gemma studied art and printmaking extensively at Salem College and Wake Forest University. He has participated in multiple art workshops at Penland, the Huntington Museum of Art, and the Sawtooth Center for Visual Art. Gemma served four years as board member of Associated Artists of Winston Salem. As Marketing Chairperson of that group, he created the Practicing Artist Series of lectures and critiques, bringing the participation of nationally known artists to Winston-Salem in conjunction with Reynolda House Museum of Fine Art. He has been a member of Artworks Gallery since 2009 and currently manages its Members' Gallery and participates in its marketing efforts