I’m still trying to find words for the experience of seeing the eclipse in totality. It was so much more spectacular than I imagined and the event has inspired a new series.
RAM annual Invitational: INCLUSION
I’m happy to announce TRANSCENDING will be included in the Fort Smith RAM (Regional Art Museum) Annual Invitational: Inclusion Show. The annual invitational is a national competitive exhibition. My painting, TRANSCENDENCE celebrates the joy we experience when we open our hearts to the gift of diversity.
Transcendence, acrylic and metallic leaf on canvas by Ruth Lawlor
World Art Day Art Walk, downtown Rogers
The theme for the Rogers Artwork “A Garden of Expression—Cultivating Community Through Art” celebrates World Art Day and community. I’m happy to be invited to exhibit my art at this event, April 11 in downtown Rogers, AR
Rite of Spring, May 3, 5-8 pm
I’m happy to be invited to show work at the RITE OF SPRING art exhibition. Exhibit reception is May 3, Sequoyah Hall, Mt Sequoyah, Fayetteville, AR
Featured Artist for January Art On The Bricks
I’m honored to be the featured artist for the January Art on the Bricks at the Rogers Experimental House in downtown Rogers AR. The theme is “It’s Hip To Be Square” and the exhibition will showcase several paintings presented in a square format including a new painting titled “On The Square.”
Young Art Collector
This sophisticated young artist and art collector proudly holds her first acquisition and it happens to be one of my paintings!. I am truly honored.
SILVER AND GOLD EXHIBITION OPENS DECEMBER 2
The opening reception was more than I could have dreamed of with so many family and friends bringing the real shimmer and shine to the evening.
Colorado Publication Features Contemporary Artist Ruth Lawlor
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down for an interview with Shoutout Colorado. Read the full article here.
Art Exhibition
December 2 through January 13, The Art Collective Gallery, Rogers, AR
Sugar Skull Art
Dia de los Muertos is November 2
Summer Sneak Peek
My latest creative adventure is happening on a loose canvas spread out on the garage floor.
Work in progress.
NABOR Awards Celebration 2023
The Northwest Arkansas Board of Realtors will host the 2023 Annual Awards Celebration at Crystal Bridges Museum of Art, April 1, 2023. Two of my paintings will be available at the art auction.
TRANSPOSING MELODY NO. 225
36 inches x 48 inches, acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
Available at the art auction fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics, April 1,2 023
A transposed melody is shifting to another key while maintaining the same tone structure.
I wanted to communicate something about the timelessness of enduring friendship and how true friendships move and adapt yet retain their original uniqueness, beauty and harmony.
ETHEREAL DISCLOSURES NO. 210
36 x 36 inches, acrylic and metallic leaf on canvas
The definition of ethereal is,"extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world”. This painting is an invitation to consider the transporting to a celestial place of light and beauty.
Available at thee art auction fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics April 1, 2023
RJ Lawlor featured artist at the Gallery on Garrison, Fort Smith, AR
I'm excited to announce I will be teaching a workshop at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art!
photo by Christy Murry
It’s an honor to be invited to teach a workshop at Crystal Bridges! The workshop will teach participants the fundamentals of developing visual journaling as a creative practice. Classes meet weekly for eight weeks, Monday 1-3 pm, January 23 - March 13. For enrollment information contact Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
Juried Exhibition at Niza Knoll Gallery
I am pleased to have my work included in the Niza Knoll juried Exhibition,
December 9, 2022–January 14, 2023. Artist Reception - Friday, December 16, 5-8 pm
Holy Moly, What's Next, Juried Exhibit.
Artists were invited to submit works that reflect a vision of the future. Jurors Susan Aplin Pogue and Florence Blackwell curated the show from 150 submitted pieces selecting 27 works that address the environment, race, gender, citizenship, politics, the pandemic, and other issues. Some works consider positive outcomes, while others address the topic with a more bleak, dystopian mindset.
“With so many thoughtful works submitted, we enjoyed the challenge of curating this show. The work we chose provides views from a wide range of angles but reflects the universal lived experience of uncertainty and the anxiety that comes from it. Art can help us recognize those feelings and hopefully help manage them. The exhibit reflects the current reality and thoughts about what that reality could or should look like in the future. We were honored to be invited to provide a fresh perspective to a legacy gallery like Niza Knoll Gallery.”
The show includes work by the following artists: Sandra Azcarate, Ellen Beller, Carol Bivins, Teresa Castaneda, Cassandra Chalfant, Michael Charron, Carol Cooper, Rick Dallago, Mary Edwards, Clara Gillihan, Howard Harris, Todd Heiserman, Katherine Johnson, Julia Kane, Nicole Korbe, Ruth Lawlor, Leona Lazar, Tatiana Lee, Janice McCullagh, Allyson McDuffie, Michael Phippen, Elissa Quist, Randall Steinke, Rose Ann Taht, Harry Utter, Leslie Van Stelten and Denise Zubizarreta.
Niza Knoll Gallery, 915 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204
www.nizaknollgallery.com
ANA DECEMBER MEMBERSHIP SHOW
Artists of Northwest Arkansas Membership Show and 6”x 6” Silent Auction, December 8, 4:40-7:30pm
Morning, Noon and Night, No. 391 is my 6” x 6” entry for the silent auction.
DONATION TO VETERANS COMMUNITY PROJECT
VCP Director of Development, Michele Orpin receives check from LeAnn Lawlor on behalf of the proceeds raised atThe Lawlor Creative event in June. For more information about this organization click here: Veterans Community Project
REFLECTIONS, acrylic and metallic leaf on canvas, was created for the raffle at the Lawlor CREATIVE. Thank you to all who contributed to the fundraiser for VCP. Shawn Spratley was winner of this painting.
The Lawlor CREATIVE in review
It was an honor to celebrate with my family and share our appreciation of art, food and wine with extended family and friends. We exhibited paintings, mixed media collage, handcrafted furniture and enjoyed edible art and fine wine. The two day event was a great way to meet new and old friends. And, yes, we sold several pieces of art. Additionally, we raised over $500 to donate to Veterans Community Project.
Interview by the The Arkansas Art Scene Blog
photo by Christy Murry Photography
Phil Mayeux has a talent for drawing words from even the most reluctant. I tend to excuse myself from elaborating about my work by saying I’m a painter not a word smith but Phil’s gracious comments and thoughtful questions actually deepened my understanding of my work. You can find the interview here The Arkansas Art Scene Blog
The Lawlor CREATIVE - June 24 & 25
The Lawlor family invites you to a collaborative event celebrating art, wine and food.
You are invited! My son Mark and I will be exhibiting paintings and his contemporary hand crafted furniture. Luke and my husband Pete, will be serving their favorite party foods and wine. It will be a casual affair, so grab some friends and stop in Friday or Saturday.
Here are a few of the paintings you will see at this event:
