Oct 28: Reciprocating Support : An Evening of Visual Inspiration & Networking

Liz Ball and the Pierce Ball Gallery in Stamford are doing something special for the CADC. We'd like to do the same by telling you more about their upcoming show "Opposing Elements".

DATE/TIME: Thurs., Oct 28th 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. LOCATION: Pierce Ball Gallery 9 Webbs Hill Road, Stamford, CT Directions ADMISSION: $5 suggested donation to support the CADC

The Show "Opposing Elements" is currently on exhibit until the 31st of October at the Pierce Ball Gallery in Stamford. The gallery is typically only open on Saturdays & Sundays from 1-5 pm or by special appointment. However, on the night of the 28th, the gallery will be open to the public from 6:30 - 9pm and donations made that evening will go directly to supporting the CADC. This event is open to all (members, non-members and students). Everyone is welcome! The evening will begin at 6:30pm and as always this will be a great opportunity to meet fellow creatives, enjoy some beverages & snacks. The suggested donation is $5. Please rsvp here by Tuesday October 26th. About Opposing Elements: Featuring 2 artists from Greenwich, CT, this show will give you a new appreciation for everyday objects. Sculptor Donald Landsman uses sticks, twine, metal, found objects and more to create an amazing array of sculptures that challenge the imagination. His work ranges in size from carefully balanced, playful "Cat in the Hat" to a full size sculpture of a horse, featured on the front of the Pierce Ball Gallery property. "Horse with Blue Head" created through a series of carefully examined images and with a collection of sticks and metal, this life size 'horse' seems to come alive at night with a spot light to highlight its presence. "Yellow Horse" is another sticks and twine and metal sculpture that is posed grazing quietly in the gallery. "Fred Astaire" is a clever abstract welded steel sculpture that seems to want to dance. Leslie Mueller’s semi abstract mixed media pieces transform simple elements into elegant art. “Leslie’s versatile subject matter is inspired by ordinary objects. Her innovative interpretation of these elements make her art subtle and extraordinary. I always enjoy seeing her new work.” said avid art collector, Sharon Clark. "This show features pieces that include everything from snake skin, coins, bicycle parts to chocolate molds, each element selected to create a composition that draws you in and begs you to examine every inch of it." said Elizabeth Ball, Director, Pierce Ball Gallery. And this show is not only going to be an inspiration creatively, each artist will be donating a percentage of the proceeds of the sale of their artwork to Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontiéres (MFS). They deliver emergency medical assistance to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, malnutrition, natural disasters, or exclusion from health care in nearly 70 countries. An independent international humanitarian organization, MSF unites direct medical care with a commitment to bearing witness to the plight of the people it assists. About Pierce Ball Gallery: The Gallery showcases works of art from arournd the globe. Paintings, sculpture, multi media, natural works of art, contemporary to traditional works shown in specific exhibitions. Learn & see more here. The gallery is conveniently located off Exit 34 of the Merritt Parkway, at 9 Webbs Hill Road, Stamford, CT. For further information or to set up an appointment, call 203-329-1105. About the CADC: Since 1975, the Connecticut Art Director’s Club is the leading independent professional organization serving the Connecticut creative community. Within the CADC, you’ll find a diverse community of professional talent, including art directors, designers, new media developers, copywriters, public relations professionals, illustrators, photographers and others associated with visual communications. *Membership to the CADC is just $50 for the calendar year and provides Connecticut's professional creatives with visibility in the community, peer recognition, professional development, and inspiration. Join now!