Compo Arts Fall Newsletter
Welcome back to another exciting edition of the Compo Arts Newsletter.
It’s Rachel, here to share all of the exciting news in and around the Compo Arts Studio!
In The Press...
Confronting Violence Through Art in Charles Compo's Work
In a recent article titled Confronting Violence Through Art in Charles Compo's Work, Gavin Coates dives into Compo’s powerful exploration of societal violence and modern anxiety through his surreal and abstract paintings. The article spotlights some of his most striking pieces, including There’s A Shooter Down at The School and Red Light Green Light, which invite viewers to reflect on the complex and unsettling issues of our time.
To read more about how Compo’s art confronts these themes and challenges us to engage with today’s realities, click the link below!
Exhibitions...
"There's A Shooter Down At The School "
The Center for Contemporary Arts, Abilene, TX
8th Annual National Juried Art Competition & Exhibition
10/4/24 - 11/16/2024
"There's A Shooter Down At The School " is currently exhibiting at The Center for Contemporary Arts in Abilene, TX. The painting was a reaction to the tragic school shooting in Uvalde TX, which is a short drive from the exhibition. The juror, Adela Andea, thoughtfully reviewed over 300 submissions before selecting this painting to be included in the show. The artwork will be on display at the Center until November 16.
"Red Light Green Light"
Maryland Federation of Art (MFA)
After Dark 2024
10/31/24-11/23/24
Compo’s "Red Light Green Light" is exhibiting at Maryland Federation of Art's After Dark 2024 Exhibit. After Dark is an immersive art exhibit that invites you to explore the enigmatic beauty that unfolds when the sun sets. Delve into a world where shadows dance, colors transform, and creativity takes on a mesmerizing nocturnal allure. The show will be up until November 23.
"A Man Eating His Own Heart Out "
Edward Hopper House Museum
Juried 2024 Artists Members Exhibit
11/1/24 - 12/29/24
"A Man Eating His Own Heart Out" is a brand new painting that is being exhibited for the first time at The Edward Hopper House Museum. This is Compo’s third exhibition at this historic museum and family home of the eponymous artist. The OPENING RECEPTION is just around the corner: November 1 (5:00-7pm)!
November 1 - OPENING RECEPTION, 5-7
“Running Out Of Time”
The Bristol Art Museum
2024 Members' Exhibition
11/3/24-11/29/24
Compo’s painting "Running Out of Time" will be on exhibit at The Bristol Art Museum’s 2024 Members' Exhibition, Visions! This promises to be a fantastic collection of artwork,The Artists' Reception/ Opening will be on Sunday, November 3, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Bristol Art Museum
Bristol, Rhode Island
And that’s a wrap! Thanks for tuning in to this month’s edition of the Compo Arts newsletter. I hope you’ve enjoyed it. I can't wait to share more of Compo’s journey in the next installment. Be sure to check out Compo’s instagram @compoarts to stay in the loop!
