- November 2, 2024
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Former gallery owner Pat Agles is used to being surrounded by works of art.
She probably didn't know that would still be the case when she moved into University Park recently.
On March 11, Agles was able to see her neighbor's work up close as University Park held its annual Art in the Park show, which also ran March 12.
“To see the talent in this neighborhood, it’s very impressive,” said Agles, who used to own The Galleria of Boca Grande. “It’s so exciting to see such a range and quality of work.”
Deborah Van Brunt, director of the art show, said it was University Park's biggest yet, with 53 artists and 176 works on display.
“I don’t know how, but every show seems to be better than the last,” she said.
Among those exhibiting art was Paul Smilow, who has enjoyed sculpting his entire life, alongside his brother Marc Smilow,
He uses Sculpey, a stand-in for clay which can be baked in a toaster, as he does not have a kiln. His two works on display both featured musicians, due to his love of jazz and classical music.
Also having her work displayed was Susan Guthrie, who has been creating collages since she began taking lessons two years ago. Her works all featured her labradoodle, Piper.
She said the show has been an important outlet for the community’s artists.
“It’s a great way to showcase people’s talent and to see what your neighbors are up to,” said Guthrie. “It’s just so much fun.”