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Artists’ Guild features Patterson

HOLMES BEACH – The last Holmes Beach Night Market of the season packed the sidewalks with shoppers, diners and art lovers on April 12, who were introduced to the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island’s Featured Artist, Kathy Lee Patterson.

Patterson says she is inspired by local flora, fauna and water scenes.

“I specialize in acrylic, but I really love to be experimental,” Patterson said. “You’ll notice in my feature display you’ll see traditional paintbrush, then there’s gold leaf, palette knife work and even clay with a palette knife.”

Patterson also enjoys making usable works of art in the form of items like tissue boxes, trays and even drink coasters that would bring beach vibes to any end table.

While a lifelong artist, Patterson didn’t begin making art a profession until retiring to Palmetto from her home in Philadelphia.

Anyone wanting a painting of a familiar place in the area will be delighted with Patterson’s works. Paintings on display at the gallery feature local locations from Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Perico Island and many more familiar spots.

While many artists focus on perfect realism, Patterson says while she does paint from photographs she takes, once she gets going she doesn’t necessarily follow the rules. Taking liberties with the scene is not only something she does, but it’s one of the factors that makes her art unique and beautiful. All of Patterson’s art is available for purchase at the gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, which is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In addition to Patterson’s work, the gallery hosted artist demonstrations on the sidewalk, live music from Larry Wilhelm, wine and snacks.

Other Holmes Beach businesses also took part, including Pizzano’s Pizza and Grinders, D Coy Ducks, Small Town Creamery, howluckyami, Irene’s Clothing Store, Sand Dollar, The Feast, Hurricane Hank’s, Freckled Fin and The Doctor’s Office.

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