Current Exhibits
Founders Gallery
Gallery on the Green presents Members’ New Work — plus a group show, The 10:30 Salon by eight local artists and a solo show, New Paintings, by Patrick Hughes.
Gallery on the Green, 5 Canton Green Rd, Canton, CT
Exhibit Dates: Friday, January 9th through Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, January 10th, 2026 6:00-8:00 pm
Gallery Hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 1:00-5:00 pm
Gallery on the Green presents “Members’ New Work,” an exhibit in the main gallery showcasing the Canton Artists’ Guild members’ latest works in painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, photography, and mixed media.
In the Upstairs Gallery, The 10:30 Salon is an exhibit of works by a group of Connecticut based, women artists, who have been meeting for several years to share ideas and critique their current artwork. The group began with guidance offered by the book, The Artists’ Way; A Spiritual Way to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron, and has evolved into a “Salon,” a gathering where artists meet to discuss ideas, share, savor and support each other in their artistic endeavors. Members of the group are Susan Bradley, Donna Davis, Sheri Ellis, Renée Hughes, Suzanne Levy, Donna Namnoum, Arleen Pomaski, and Peggy Steinway.
“New Paintings,” works by Patrick Hughes, will be featured in The Spotlight Gallery. Hughes, who holds a BA in art education, did not however pursue a career in education. His professional path led him deep into the machine tool industry. He retired recently as a manager of electrical and software engineering integrating robotics, lasers, and more, to high end automatic machinery. This creative work experience gives him a unique perspective to draw from in his abstract painting.
Since retiring in 2023, Hughes has fully immersed himself in his studio practice. He applies the methodologies of technical problem-solving to the spontaneous challenges of abstraction. His resulting work is an expression of his understanding of his life experience, striving for paintings that are structurally intriguing, accessible and allow the viewer to connect on an emotional level. His rich and varied work aligns with a strong tradition in abstract art.
The opening reception for all three shows is Saturday, January 10th from 6:00-8:00 pm. The reception including refreshments is free, and the public is warmly invited.
