"Walking Westminster" Oil on Canvas. 24" x 24" Urban landscape that captures the constantly changing light and shadows of downtown providence.

Artist Statement: As an adolescent I took private oil painting lessons at The Jean Lee Gallery in Stow, MA. I received a BFA in Illustration and Design from the University of Lowell (UMASS). I have also studied at The Worcester Art Museum, Decordova Museum and Sculpture Park and The East Side Art Center. I have participated in a few group shows many years ago but a successful career in the graphic arts consumed the majority of my creative energy. I have since changed careers and in February of 2009 picked my paint brush up again to paint seriously. The Open Painting 2010 Exhibition at The Providence Art Club was my debut into the Providence art scene where I received an Honorable Mention for my 36"x48" oil painting entitled "Crossing Holden".

Jay Mackay
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