Featured Artists
Brushstrokes & Conversations
Featuring Philip Carroll
Oct. 5-30th
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Join us for this delightful opening art reception featuring the works of South Jersey Artist- Philip Carroll. Trained at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts, Carroll has received multiple awards and has his artwork displayed in esteemed collections, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art. His exceptional mastery of painting, characterized by exquisite detail, is grounded in classical techniques and realism, inviting viewers to engage in intimate moments of dialogue. Explore these original works and learn from the artist from his unique perspective. The exhibition will be on display from October 5th to the 30th, with the opening reception on Saturday, October 5th, from 6 to 8 PM, accompanied by live music and refreshments. This event is open to the public and free to attend. https://www.sutherlandartsnj.com/artistofthemonth. ..RSVP to enter a random drawing for a chance to win a complimentary gift basket! We look forward to seeing you there!
About the Artist
Philip J. Carroll is a professional artist known for his landscape and still life painting and the former Curator of Exhibitions for the Perkins Center for the Arts in Moorestown and Collingswood, New Jersey 2005 - 2020.
He teaches watercolor and oil painting for Perkins Center for the
Arts in Moorestown, NJ. Mr. Carroll is a 1984 graduate of the Pennsylvania Academy of The Fine Arts in Philadelphia, PA and studied Art History at The University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
His most recent exhibitions, One Person Exhibition at Gallery222
Malvern, Pa. April, 2023 , Pennswood Art Gallery, Newtown, Pa. , May 2023, Noyes Museum of art Seaview Gallery, 2021, a one person exhibition Perkins center for the Arts Moorestown, NJ 2021, invitational group exhibition at the Monmouth Museum, Monmouth, NJ (2020) and (2016); Artists of Yardley Group Exhibition , Yardley , PA (2016) and the Perkins Center for The Arts, Collingswood, NJ (2016).
​Tugs, Lights & Sights​
Featuring Nick Grassia
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Nick always had an interest and desire to draw and paint, it wasn’t until retirement after 40 years in the maritime industry, that he would begin in earnest his artistic journey. He holds a USCG License as 1600 Ton Master of Steam and Motor Vessels, with 14 years sailing primarily on seagoing tugs before coming shoreside in various related positions.
He is largely self-taught, in the sense that he has no formal art training. However, he has taken advantage of some alternative learning opportunities. A few years before retirement, he enrolled in an adult art course that met for a weekly one hour session. This was the impetus to propel him on his present artistic journey Since then he sat in on a Color Theory course at a local college. Other learning experiences were publications, online features, and group experiences with other artists. Working primarily in acrylic
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and pastel, much of his work is heavily influenced from his career nautical experience. The myriad of sea and sky conditions and the interplay of the lines and shapes of vessels are fascinating. Even abandoned ships or boats, in various states of decay, have stories to tell. Not limiting his work to maritime subjects, he is inspired by some of his other life experiences. He enjoys experimenting in other media and styles, including recent interest in abstract painting. He looks forward to the twists and turns his artistic sojourn may take.
Nick and his wife have resided in Washington Township (Gloucester County) NJ, for over 33 years. Also their children along with their spouses (and the grandchildren) live in the township.
Artist Statement
Always having an interest and desire to draw and paint, it wasn’t until retirement that I would begin in earnest my artistic journey. Recently I’ve become fascinated with abstract painting and the freedom it allows me to creatively incorporate movement, depth, and color into my paintings. Much of my earlier work is is heavily influenced from my career nautical experience. The myriad of sea and sky conditions and the interplay of the lines and shapes of vessels are fascinating. Even abandoned ships or boats, in various states of decay, have stories to tell. Not limiting my work to maritime subjects, I am inspired by some of my other life experiences. I enjoy experimenting in other media and styles, and look forward to the twists and turns my artistic sojourn may take.