5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Research Triangle Foundation - Meet Yana Slutskaya

The Durham Art Guild in partnership with the Research Triangle Foundation presents "Natura Morta - Impressions, Fantasies, and Fruits of Nature" by Yana Slutskaya. Yana is a professional painter and still-life photographer who was born in Russia and now resides in North Carolina. Yana's artwork is primarily focused on paintings in oil and acrylic, where she captures the essence and beauty of nature scenes, while also exploring her interpretations of fantasy compositions and abstracts. Besides being a painter, she is an accomplished still-life photographer who creates fine art photography inspired by European Baroque Art.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Triangle Community Foundation - Meet Joel Tesch

The Durham Art Guild in partnership with Triangle Community Foundation presents "Vivid Visions" by DAG member Joel Tesch. Joel is a full-time artist and native of Raleigh. Inspired by home and family, he specializes in 2D acrylic painted contemporary art portraits, vivid abstracts, and dynamic landscapes through exploring strong color and contrasts.