Generational Perspectives: Through the Eyes of Mother and Daughter

Generational Perspectives: Through the Eyes of Mother and Daughter

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Generational Perspectives: Through the Eyes of Mother and Daughter

“Generational Perspectives: Through the Eyes of Mother and Daughter” features the art of Shayla Workman and Amethyst Widner. A mother (Shayla) and her 3 1/2 year old daughter (Amethyst) paint objects and themes to show how each of us can view the same world from completely different perspectives—and celebrating the beauty in those differences. is a new exhibit at the Dolphin Gallery in Gualala. Opening Saturday, January 8, 2022, the exhibit features the art of Shayla Workman and Amethyst Widner, and continues through Sunday, February 6, 2022.  Hours during exhibit are 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday through Monday.

Amethyst Widner has been happily painting, somewhat abstractly, for about two years now. Her enthusiasm for acrylic painting was fueled by the Arts Center pumpkin carving/decorating contest in fall of 2020. She enjoys regular visits to the Arts Center to take in the creativity of each exhibit and touch base with the place that has helped her find the artist within.

Shayla Workman considers herself as creative more than an artist. She created art lessons that she guided 2nd graders through for two years as an elementary school teacher. Years later, she’s been able to use her teaching skills and creativity to experience art, and life, with her daughter (who so often takes on the role as the teacher, as we can learn so much about the world, and ourselves, when viewing things from a child’s perspective.)

This unique exhibit may very well touch visitors, parents and art lovers in different ways. The exhibit at the Dolphin Gallery, 39114 Ocean Drive (Cypress Village,) Gualala, opens Saturday, January 8 and will continue through February 6, 2022.