Frank Loudin's show at Orcas Center will be a retrospective of his 40-year career
Opening with a reception on Friday, August 6, 2010, Orcas Center lobby will see the culmination of over fifty years of Frank Loudin’s imagination and artistic talents.
From a sexy redhead to rusty pick-ups and weathered barns; from miniature waterfalls with hidden fairy castles to aerobatic biplanes, Frank’s work leads us through a world of insatiable observation and cultivated imagination.
Looking through this collection of splendid watercolors, even the casual observer will be struck by the variety of stories that filter through the display. As the title of his instructional book, Capture the Charm of Your Hometown in Watercolor, implies, Frank finds inspiration just down the road or in a neighborhood backyard.
Frank’s early career is represented by paintings reaching as far back as the 1950’s right up to yesterday, leading us through a collection of varied interests and locals.
Frank says, “I’m in the business of making people happy, whether reminding them of their past or pointing out a bit of charm right there in front of them.”
Come visit Frank’s world and you will smile!
Reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The show will close on September 1.
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Frank is definitely one of the island’s best artists, and I admire and respect his work immensely. His work is catalytic for so many people, and his formal skills of color and light are at their peak. On top of that, he’s also a really nice guy!
Frank, what an accomplishment! I wish I could make it…perhaps someone will take a walk through video tour and post to YouTube. Would love to see all your work. Many fond memories. One day, I will return.