Cerulean Fine Art Gallery at 202 Water Street in Hallowell announces a colorful exhibit featuring the work of established Falmouth artist Jan ter Weele. The show, 'Painting the Landscape and Figure,' opens August 8 and runs through September 6. An opening reception will be held Friday, August 8 from 5-8 p.m. In addition, ter Weele will give a talk on his recent works on Saturday, August 16 at 3 p.m. All events are free and open to the public. For more information call 626-9009 or visit www.ceruleanart.com.

Jan ter Weele, born in Groningen, The Netherlands, is a painter whose reputation has grown tremendously with consistent exhibits across the state and nationally. Drawing from his Dutch heritage and the 'Fauves', Jan's paintings express his passion for color and form. His paintings engage us with the abstraction of physical and personal landmarks while flattening form into shape, and his daring and balanced use of color. Jan writes of artmaking, "I think the sources of painting, and of art generally, are unknown to us. They flow from some reservoir which is mysterious and universal."

Janna Civittolo of Cerulean Fine Art Gallery is delighted to be bringing this Portland based painter to Hallowell, "Jan's paintings are like color-enhanced memories of places that many of us have experienced. His palette brings a boldness to the landscape and his forms bring harmony to our eyes."

On August 13, 14, & 15 Cerulean will present -Art School for Kids? where children are invited to dabble in a variety of art forms with professional artists as teachers. The cost is $60. FMI www.ceruleanart.com or 626 - 9009.

About Cerulean Fine Art Gallery

Conceived by artists, mothers, and longtime friends Helene Farrar and Janna Civittolo, Cerulean Fine Art Gallery is contributing to central Maine's evolving art scene. Cerulean Fine Art Gallery features the work of the Cerulean Collective (a select artist group curated by the gallery), a unique art rental program, working artist studios, private lessons and workshops, and an art lending library. Spring hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (first and second Fridays they are open until 8:00 p.m.), and by appointment. For more information, please contact Cerulean Fine Art Gallery at (207) 626-9009, or visit www.ceruleanart.com.