The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts transforms into a visual art space with our new initiative, Art at The Acorn.
Currently on View:
Amy Renzulli - Full Circle
The exhibit title – Full Circle – refers to many things in Amy’s life - too many to list here. It is the name of the farm that she and her husband own in South Haven, where they have plans to build an art barn and studio for hosting art workshops. It is also the path Amy’s art has taken from initially copying her father's landscape paintings to vibrant colorful abstracts and back to more landscape paintings. As she moves through different styles, each stage informs the next.
Artist Statement:
My work is primarily in mixed media using acrylics, oil paints, markers, hand printed papers, and found ephemera. My process is guided by listening to my own intuition, to trusting my instincts and letting go of judgment and comparison. It is one of layers, marks, fixes and scrapes. I often find that the artwork TELLS ME what I need to know and what I need to express.It is meditative, calming and extremely enlightening. A final piece has had many lives that evolve over time. The end result is one of discovery and surprise.
I find that the more I paint the more I learn about my life, emotions, and creative energy. It helps me deal with depression– my own and others around me. It counteracts threatening boredom and brings me joy. I want the visual impact of my work to make other people happy and draw the viewer in where they continuously discover new things. My inspiration comes from everything around me, including the creative relationships within my circle of family and friends.
Almost all of my work is layered and filled with colors, shapes, words and images. It tends to be bold, bright, musical, and eclectic. I have always enjoyed the challenge of a sky full of beautiful clouds. And I am continuously drawn back to my own playful approach to making high impact, abstract art.
About the Artist
Amy Renzulli
Coming from a family full of artists, Amy grew up with the gifts of painting, drawing, writing, and abundant art supplies and guidance. Amy’s biggest artistic influence is her father who made art a central part of his life and career after being a doctor for many years. She began her painting journey by mimicking the traditional landscapes he painted and seeking his input and feedback. She later found her own rhythm and style which continues to evolve. And she still seeks out the advice and guidance from her family of professional artists.
She currently balances her time between two busy, successful School of Rock locations, two art studios, and a burgeoning start-up with one of her creative sisters. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two young adult children and encouraging them to achieve their own dreams and goals.
Amy’s focus is exploring, learning and getting her work out in the world. Her goal is to nurture and contribute to the art community as well as continue to paint and develop her artistic presence.
We remain open for Artist Submissions for consideration for a future exhibition.
Our current Artist, Nathan Margoni, will be on view April through June. Artwork exhibitions rotate once approximately every three months. One Artist is featured during each exhibition/rotation period. Depending on size, generally up to ten to twenty pieces can be displayed.
Upcoming rotation periods are:
- July through September 2024 - Amy Renzulli, Full Circle
- October through December 2024 - Julie Schwarz, A Symphony of Polaroids
- January through March 2025
- April through June 2025
- July through September 2025
Interested artists should fill out an Art at The Acorn Artist Submission Form.
The Art at The Acorn Artist Submission Form remains open for submissions as we consider interested artists for future rotation periods.
If selected to be a featured artist for Art at The Acorn, additional exhibition terms will be discussed and a written agreement will be required. Transportation and installation of artwork is the responsibility of the artist. Artists must also provide their own insurance coverage and have the ability to take payment for the sale of their work.
Please contact Nikki Gauthier with any questions.