August - 2010 Exhibition

August 6- September 7, 2010

Darren C. Jones

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New Works by Chicago Artist Darren Jones
 

In the month of August Saugatuck, MI’s The Timmel Collection and the Saugatuck Garden Center for the Arts will be featuring the original acrylic paintings of Chicago artist Darren Jones.

 Darren Jones is an artist who captures nature’s beauty in paintings which evoke emotion and a sense of humanity.  Born in Canada, he is a self-taught artist who enjoys working in oil and acrylic mediums on canvas.  He is frequently asked how he began painting. From a young age he has always known that he has the soul of an artist but it wasn’t until one summer day in 2004, while going to movie, he passed an art store.  He did not go in but noticed a “starter” oil painting kit in the window for sale.  Intrigued, he returned to the store after the movie and made the purchase and one that he will never regret.  He began painting that evening and has not put his brush down since.  On March 6, 2009 after being laid off from his executive position with a Travel publication, he has taken the leap to pursue his passion full time!

  “Nature and the beauty that surrounds us inspire my soul, my thinking and my artwork.” Natural landscapes, gardens, flowers and water heavily influence his work.  Growing up, fond memories of his mother’s gardens and how she tended to them so gently and they have been the inspiration for many of his paintings.  Traveling frequently, Jones is often moved by novel surroundings.  “Many of the world’s natural wonders such as storms, sunsets and sunrises act as a muse for my work.” All of these elements help him create works that are impressionistic and contemporary in style.  

 With his current collection, he tries to evoke a sense of place, peace and calm within one’s soul.  With many of his new pieces, he has incorporated delicate papers, wood fibers and sand mixed with acrylic paints to create a greater depth to his work.

 Jones is a supporter of many organizations and charitable events. He helps raise funds through his art for groups that support children, treat mental illness and AIDS/HIV. Jones’ work is featured in galleries and private collections across North America, in Europe, Australia and the Middle East.

 Exhibition will open Sunday, August 1st at The Timmel Collection located at 133 Main Street in the heart of historic Saugatuck. The Gallery is open from 10AM to 5PM daily. For more information contact the Gallery at 269 857 7274 or to see images of all works in the show by Darren go to www.thetimmelcollection.com .

 

 

 

 

 

 

2010 Schedule of Events

The Timmel Collection has over 140 artists working in many different mediums. In 2010, there will not (necessarily) be a set show schedule ... just a featured artist every month and fine art by all artists at reasonable prices. Click on Upcoming ...