"Girl in Red Chair"- Oils

Nina Gonnella's oil and watercolor paintings are on exhibit from July 5, 2008 to August 31st at The Art On Rotation Gallery at Thayer Memorial Library in Lancaster MA.

A reception for her will be held in the lower level of the library on August 16, 2008 from 11 am- 2 pm. Her paintings will be on display at the gallery in the reference room. Paintings are for sale and a portion of the sales will benefit the library.

About Myself

I began painting at the age of eight. Although I had some formal training in fine arts as a teenager I am for the most part self taught.

The medium I use is mainly oil on canvas, and sometimes water color. The subject is usually a landscape or still life but I have done portraits as well. My profession however, is as a scientist. I have a Ph.D. in Biophysical Chemistry and work in the pharmaceutical industry. Nonetheless, painting has always been a passion of mine and often times a source of release from the mundane. I continue to actively paint as much as possible.

Every painting is a new experience for me. Sometimes it is almost effortless while other times I struggle to capture an image or feeling. But no matter what the experience may be, the end result always brings a sense of fulfillment. I love the magnificence of nature and seek to capture both its beauty and emotion. My work is executed with great love and in each composition there is a part of me.
I have never placed my art for sale nor have I displayed it in local or regional shows so this is a new experience for me. Over the years my art has been a source of great happiness and peace. It is my hope that this small part of me may touch your heart and bring you some happiness as well.

Nina C Gonnella

To purchase paintings call Sheryll Collins curator owner- 978-549-5822