Exhibitions

Royal Gallery: The Collection

Royal Gallery:
The Collection

January 5th – February 27th, 2009

Dedicated to the idea of art production as it was traditionally understood, Royal Gallery strives to display pieces that gratify and ennoble those who see them through the mastery of their craft. The gallery features local, national, and international works; expect to be amazed by their elegance and outstanding level of artistic skill. This exhibition will showcase work from pieces from all of our talented artists. View the masters of tomorrow, today!

"Racing with the Fog," Del-Bourree Bach, Acrylic on panel, 9"x24", DB-016

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Holiday Small Works Exhibition: Royal Gallery Hosts ALRI Artists

Holiday Small Works Exhibition:
Royal Gallery Hosts ALRI Artists

November 17th – December 19th, 2009
Opening Reception: Thursday, November 19th, 5-9pm

Royal Gallery is pleased to announce an exhibition to benefit a local arts organization: The Art League of Rhode Island (ALRI). This small works show is composed of modestly sized and priced pieces from nearly forty ALRI artists. With artwork varying in style, media, and subject matter, it is the perfect opportunity to find thoughtful, unique, and affordable gifts. Select pieces by Royal’s artists will also be displayed, with access to our full collection upon request.

Gallery Night: Thursday, November 19th, 5–9pm
A Royal Taste of Art: Thursday, December 3rd, 5:30–8pm

"Tree After Snow," John Forasté , Photography, 13" x 15" (Framed)

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The New Florentine Masters: Brian MacNeil & Jonathan Aller

Brian MacNeil,
Tempting the Sirens,
Oil on Canvas, 54" X 28" BMN-039

The New Florentine Masters:
Brian MacNeil & Jonathan Aller

October 6th – November 14th, 2009
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 15th, 5–9pm

Florence, Italy: from the city that produced such Renaissance greats as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, comes a new generation of masters. Royal Gallery is pleased to present the work of artists Brian MacNeil and Jonathan Aller, former students of the Angel Academy of Art, an institution dedicated to the tradition of classical realism. The stunning drawings and paintings you will see in this exhibition are a unique combination of their own artistic styles and the old-master techniques they learned under the tutelage of Michael John Angel.

Columbus Day Festival: Saturday, October 10th – Monday, October 12th Extended hours
Gallery Night: Thursday, October 15th, 5–9pm
A Royal Taste of Art: Thursday, October 29th, 5:30–8pm

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New England Artists: Showcasing Local Talent

New England Artists:
Showcasing Local Talent

August 26th – October 3rd, 2009
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 17th, 5–9pm

Having enjoyed a tremendously positive response to our previous exhibition, Eastern European Art, Royal Gallery is proud to present the opposite end of the geographic spectrum: no less than ten local artists, all currently living and working in New England. Like the region itself, their artwork is diverse, vibrant, and fresh. Unique mediums such as thickly layered encaustic and meticulously carved bass wood co-exist with more traditional oil and acrylic paints. Subject matter is equally varied; from quiet coastal landscapes and bright, abstract figures to still-lives reminiscent of the Italian heritage of our very own Federal Hill! Come to support local artists by viewing an exhibition of work that was possibly created just around the corner from you.

Gallery Night: Thursday, September 17th, 5–9pm
A Royal Taste of Art: Thursday, September 24th, 5:30–8pm

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Eastern European Art: Five Contemporary Perspectives

Eastern European Art:
Five Contemporary Perspectives

June 30th – August 15th, 2009
Opening Reception: July 16th, 5-9pm

Yana Movchan, Tatyana Eliseeva, Natalia Margulis, Katia Jirankova Levanti, and Anatoly Dverin: five artists that although united culturally, are producing work that is both dramatically and exquisitely diverse. Each artist acknowledges the rich tradition of European art; allowing it to inform their work, but ultimately bringing it to life with their own unique, contemporary voice. Works range stylistically and in media: from neo-realist oil paintings to impressionistic fiber pieces. Royal Gallery invites you to view this distinctive exhibition and draw your own conclusions, comparisons, and impressions.

"Dream," Yana Movchan, Oil on canvas, 36" x 48", YM-004

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Mary Jane Q. Cross: The Finger Painter of America

Mary Jane Q. Cross,
Venetian Grace, Providential Mooring,
Oil on Panel, 48" X 36"

MARY JANE Q. CROSS: The Finger Painter of America

April 28th - June 27th, 2009
Opening Reception: May 8th, 5-9pm

Royal Gallery is proud to present a new body of work by artist Mary Jane Q. Cross. Instilled with a deep and profound sense of quiet, these masterful fingerpaintings speak to a simpler time and place. In the pursuit of truth, and inspired by God-given beauty, the artist has created works characterized by vibrant realism and celebrated for emotional subtlety.

Several major works of Providence will be present, as well as the spiritually charged figurative work for which she is well known.

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Providence Gallery Night Begins!

March 19th, 5-9pm

MEET NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
OIL PAINTERS OF AMERICA

MARY JANE Q. CROSS
JANE PUERINI & SANDRA WAKEEN

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Experience the Mastery of a Craft: Classical Realism

Brian MacNeil, Padre Pio, Oil on linen, 9" x 11", BMN-006

Experience the Mastery of a Craft:
Classical Realism

January 6th - March 14th
Opening Reception Thursday, January 15th, 5 PM to 9 PM

Expect to be amazed by the elegance and superb craftsmanship of this exhibit including figurative and still life in a variety of media. Exhibiting order, beauty and harmony, classical art attempts to revive the idea of art production as it was traditionally understood: mastery of a craft in order to make objects that gratify and ennoble those who see them.

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Celebrate Like Royalty: A Royal Gallery Holiday

Celebrate Like Royalty :
A Royal Gallery Holiday

November 11th - December 24th, 2008
Opening Reception: November 14th, 7-10pm

Find a unique holiday gift in the collection, where pieces from our artists are available that cater to all tastes and budgets. Includes handcrafted boxes, prints, and jewelry.