Exhibition - Measured Moments
Welcome to the “Measured Moments” exhibition, currently on view at the Daytona News-Journal Center in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Opening Reception: November 13, 2026
Exhibit Closes: December 15, 2026
Each image below includes the artist's email for purchase inquiries.
Randon Eddy; Waiting to Sail; Acrylic; 16x20; $1,100; I was challenged to capture the peaceful feeling I got while looking at these 2 sail boats. Not only was the water flat calm but darker than normal reflecting the still dark morning.; randonpaints@gmail.com
Nancy McElroy; Mineral Plateau; Clay and minerals; 7x7.5x16; $600; This powerful raku-fired "window box" displays the amazing effects of a properly fired structure. The crackle radiates from a focal point, displaying nature's own beautiful creation. Lifting a bed of crystals on a sloping slab-built sculpture elevates more energy to the space this work of art occupies. Knowing what to remove, build in, and push halfway is the knowledge acquired through living an artful life in clay.; nnuluv1@aol.com
Kate Weingart; Breath of the Swamp; Ink on rice paper; 20”x24”x3; $500; This painting, using ink and brush on textured rice paper, brings together an exploration of the Florida swamp as both a physical landscape and a field of energy, movement, and perception. Turquoise, teal, and deep blue-green create an enveloping space, using techniques developed by the impressionists and Hofmann’s push/pull technique to establish depth within this two dimensional medium. My recent work invites viewers to experience landscape not as a fixed image but as a world continually becoming. Its layered, textured, surface and spontaneous marks evoke nature’s complexity, resisting the picturesque in favor of a more immediate, embodied encounter. Possibly a personal magnum opus: not because it concludes a practice, but because it brings its central concerns—nature, materiality, gesture, and the instability of perception—into a compelling unity.; kateweingart@yahoo.com
Donna Lovelace-Flora; Survival in the Wetlands; Photography; 28 x 20 framed; $350; The struggle of life versus death unfolds in the Orlando Wetlands of Florida, as a Great Blue Heron desperately attempts to make a meal of a turtle. Blue herons move through wetlands with quiet patience that feels almost deliberate. They rely on timing, precision, and an instinct refined over thousands of years and it do not depend on a single type of prey. I watched this intense heron for over an hour as it picked up and dropped the turtle repetitively, all while shooting frame-after-frame. This was a rare opportunity to capture the heron in its natural environment, with a turtle in its mouth. The late afternoon sun created stunning reflections of the drama on the pond. Sony A6600 w/ 75-350 lens. 3rd place Ribbon in the "Florida Outdoors: Celebrating Her Diverse Natural Beauty", exhibit 2026 at Galerie Elan Daytona Beach. Premium archival substrate with protective luster coating. Wood frame; Donnaloveflora37@gmail.com
Gabrielle McNeese; Mr. Fantastical; Acrylic on Wood Intarsia; 21” x 23”; $850; Mr. Fantastical was a huge challenge in the design and cutting of all the wood, as well as painting the wood which has a lot of depth. The top coat of epoxy resin is never easy!; gabriellemcneese@yahoo.com
NC Hagood; insomnia; mixed media; 32Lx24; $600; My piece Insomnia explores the restless hours I have between wakefulness and dreams. It has expressive marks and fragmented imagery evokes memories, emotions and thoughts that wander through the night. It conveys the tension between physical stillness and a mind that refuses to rest. I feel I have conveyed an ethereal emotion thru this piece.; hagoodnancy@gmail.com
Peggy Banks; Sacred Canyon; handmade paper_silk_copper; 32 h. x 60 l; $3,500; Inspired by Antelope Canyon, Sacred Canyon, celebrates the beauty an majesty of this Native American Indian site in Page Arizona. The underground cave emits surreal colors . The torn handmade paper opens to reveal the undulating curves and folds of marbled silk, and the glorious colors that invite you inside. Brilliant oranges capture the desert landscape and the marbled paper symbolizes the varied palate as it dances through the light. Copper is of the earth reminding us of our ancient ancestors,; peggybanks7904@gmail.com
Katty Smith; Anticipation; Acrylic/mixed media; 40 x 30; $1,000; "Anticipation" encompasses what brings me joy in the creative process. The papers in this painting are new experimental techniques, the tatting trim is a family treasure, and there is a story conveyed for the viewer to experience.; kattysmith@bellsouth.net
Sharon Rappaport; Carmen; Mixed assemblage; 25X13X6; $200; This piece is a culmination of some of my interests in making art. Putting together gathered disparate objects, incorporating acrylic painting and "diamond painting" to create a totally new piece is very satisfying. Carmen "sings" Beauty, Confidence, Pride and Poise and is an homage to the original Brazilian performer who brought her music to the U.S. in the '40s and '50s, introducing her music and breaking through barriers to become world renowned.; smileshar55@gmail.com
Lillian C Tobey; Childhood; 3-D Assemblage; 7x8x5.50; $525; This work is artist my first assemblage created to call forth something from within. It explores childhood as a space of wonder shaped by vulnerability. Using broken glass enclosed within a clear plexiglass box, the piece brings together danger and protection, chaos and containment. Familiar objects are transformed through this unexpected material contrast, inviting viewers to consider how memories of youth can hold both freedom and fracture, innocence and disruption. The bicycle, bat, and ball evoke play, movement, and imagination, while the jagged glass suggests interrupted dreams and the fragile edge of early experience. Together, these elements present childhood not as a simple state of innocence, but as a formative time marked by joy, risk, and emotional complexity. The work reflects on how moments of play and possibility can exist beside loss, leaving lasting impressions that continue to shape identity.; lctobey@live.com
Joy Bowen; Sunglow Pier; Oil; 20x20; $400; My goal was to capture the uniqueness of the sky and the reflective light on the water to capture this magical moment in time.; Joyjoyb1957@gmail.com
Sandra LaPrall; Shattered Metropolis; Acrylic Mixed Medium; 30 x 40; $1,950; This piece stands as a definitive statement of my intuitive mixed media process. By allowing color to guide the composition, I build depth by incorporating tactile textures along with precise linework that blends into an interplay of controlled chaos and structured rhythm. Shattered Metropolis evokes the image of a submerged, luminous world set adrift in a vast deep sea.; snl164pp@gmail.com
Wendy Blood; Twirl Tipsy Tulips; Watercolor and ink; 24x28; $750; Inspired by the annual Tulip Festival in Albany, New York, this piece captures the vibrant energy of Washington Park in peak bloom. The brilliant, amplified colors elevate the organic shapes of the landscape, turning the natural scenery into a dance hall of fluid motion. I sought to achieve a free, loose style while capturing authentic movement which has been a long-held creative goal for this medium. This artwork stands as a testament to my dedication to the craft, reflecting both the technical growth and the joyful passion required to bring what I see so vividly to life.; artzwr1224@gmail.com
Denise Vezza Maggiore; The Edge; Oil Pastels and Oil Paints; 30x24; $5,000; “The Edge” is the Magnus Opus of the Festival of Life Collection by Denise Vezza Maggiore. As the most popular image from her Live Art Music Experiences, it captures the life and energy of musical performance. It highlights her artistic mastery and design skills using the colorful intensity of Oil Pastels combined with Oil Paint medium.; vezzamaggiore@gmail.com
Madeline Beaudry; Black Madonna-Refuge of the Disappeared; Mixed Media; 8'x8'x11'; $800; For the last year, I have been working on images of the Black Madonna, archetype of the Divine Feminine, Cosmic Mother, Protector of Humanity. There are hundreds of her images all over the world, created throughout history, from ancient pre -Christian eras to modern times. They all tell the story of her deep connection to humankind, especially during times of struggle and heartache. She is the great Earth Mother emerged out of primordial chaos. She is the Dark One who bears the heartbreak of the world, who embraces all the world’s pain, and from it, creates new life. She is a Light, a Refuge, a source of infinite Compassion and Wisdom. She is the one who contains what cannot be contained. I hope to make 13 images of the Black Madonna. Refuge of the Disappeared is number 4.; maabeaudr@gmail.com
Janet Bernardini; Blue by You; archival digital print; 18 x 24"; $300; Through high-key lighting, I explore the balance between brightness and detail, creating images that feel luminous without losing the texture and presence of the subject. This approach allows me to use light not simply as illumination, but as an expressive element—one that shapes atmosphere, reveals subtle nuances, and evokes emotion. My work embraces the technical challenge of preserving depth within a bright visual field, transforming that tension into a distinctive part of the image.; jprycz@mac.com
Barbette Jensen; Give Me the Night; Acrylic on Raw Canvas; 48 x 60; $3,200; Eighteen layers of transparent acrylic for depth of color. What happens when we allow ourselves to stand at the edge — between depth and air, between clarity and obscurity — and simply be? The serenity of a deep night sky and the beauty of a glowing ocean.; barbettej@icloud.com
Tracy Lupanow; "Welcome To The Jungle"; Mixed Media; 60"x60"; $3,500; As an abstract expressionist artist, I strive to create a captivating energy in my paintings that grabs the viewer's attention and takes them on an emotional journey! I believe that this painting does exactly that! The powerful and dynamic composition along with the bold use of dark and luminous color, expressive movement, intimate details and interesting lines and shapes, keeps the viewer invested as they continue discovering the emotions they are experiencing. I consider "Welcome To The Jungle" to be my Magnum Opus!; tracylu.art@gmail.com
Barbara Powderly; Courtship Dance; watercolor; 22x28; $1,100; “Courtship Dance” is my Magnum Opus, celebrating sandhill cranes’ commitment to being mates for life. The large format is well-suited for showing off these grand, elegant creatures. Large watercolors are challenging, yet they offer the freedom of gestural brushstrokes. What you sacrifice in control, you gain in unexpected marks and blends. Painting wet on wet creates glowing value shifts. The large size allows room for details such as the female crane’s subtle turn of her head as she gazes into the eyes of her mate. The grasses have been lifted out, creating a soft background allowing the cranes to emerge from the paper with texture and energy. The large size invites the viewer to stop and enjoy this fleeting moment of intimacy.; designbypowderly@gmail.com
Michelle Delisle; Jazzy Birds; acrylic / pastel on canvas; 46 x 53; $2,800; One of my favorite paintings, Jazzy Birds, was pure fun to create. Inspired by the playful personalities and lively energy of the Florida terns, I approached this piece with no expectations and no concern for the final outcome. I simply let loose with expressive brushstrokes, drips, splatters, and spontaneous marks, allowing the birds' energy and character to take over. The result is a painting full of movement, personality, and a little bit of attitude. It still makes me smile every time I look at it!; michelleadelisle@gmail.com
Grace Senior Morandi; Acting; Mixed media; 24 x 30; $1,600; A figure of a woman wearing a large hat. Showing that she is enjoying it.; grete2214@gmail.com
Yolanda Helle; Winter Light Through Aspens; Acrylic; 36x24; $950; My Magnum Opus celebrates nature’s grandeur: aspens rise through the luminous winter light, drawing the viewer towards it and into the snowy forest.; artbyyhelle1@gmail.com
Jeanne Willard; Beautiful Morning; Oil on gallery wrap canvas; 36x48; $900; This is one of my largest paintings, and both the size and subject captures the peaceful feelings inspired by the grandeur of nature.; genie7777@aol.com
Tess Blum; Golden leo; Glass mosaic on wood panel; 18" x 31.5"; Golden Leo is the piece where everything I have learned in glass came together. The lion demanded more than likeness — it demanded presence, built shard by shard in amber and gold until the mane held weight and movement. The sunset behind him is not background; it is the light the whole piece is made of, the light that drew me to glass — color that shifts as you move, alive in a way paint can never be. Every cut of savanna grass, every dark stroke of the acacia trees, was a decision made slowly, without shortcuts. A magnum opus is not the biggest piece an artist makes, or the loudest. It is the one where ambition and ability finally meet, where nothing is left unresolved. This lion is that meeting place for me — the work I measure everything else against, and the one I am proudest to sign.; tessmarieblum@gmail.com
Kim Martinez; Cockatoo's Haven; Polymer Clay on Wrapped Canvas; 14x14; $600; I'm most proud of this work due to the details on the Cockatoo. It was bit challenging, but I love being pushed in my creativity. I chose this tropical bird for its beauty, intelligence and lively character traits.; kimmudclayart@gmail.com
Hyacinth Manning; Exuberance; Painting, Acrylic on Canvas; 30 inchesx30 inches; $1,200; I like to paint stylized images that capture the essence of objects, person or a scene. In Exubrance, I intended to capture the feeling of letting go with happiness and celebration.; Hyart335@gmail.com
Patricia Brown; Unlocked Memory Box; Oil; 40” x 40”; $1,500; It has often been said that abstract expressionist paintings are landscape paintings of the subconscious. My paintings as with all my abstract work, represent in part the great work or Magnum Opus of expressing in oil on canvas my feelings at the time; ppmintpaty@aol.com
Linda Fisher; Sea of Life; Mixed; 16x20; $275; Experimented with various paints, fabrics and wood to convey textures and feelings; cherrypie1951@yahoo.com
Deborah Hildinger; For Those that Cannot Speak for Themselves; mixed media; 22 x 17 x 17 inches; $1,000; This work represents my belief that art can be more than an expression of creativity; it can also give voice to those who have none. Through the transformation of a gourd and an assemblage of found and repurposed materials, I have created a small, intimate world that invites the viewer to consider vulnerability, compassion, and responsibility. The contrasting textures, colors, and carefully constructed details bring together elements that might otherwise be overlooked or discarded. For me, the significance of this piece lies not only in its technical and creative execution, but in its message. It exemplifies my artistic vision by combining imagination, craftsmanship, and personal expression to create a work that asks us to see, care, and speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.; dhildingerart@gmail.com
Coco Bevan; Wildly Entwined; Acrylic; 15x30x1.4”; $450; Wildly Entwined is a raphsody of vibrant colors and shapes depicting an imaginary garden. It’s a completely intuitive expression of the imagination, mixed with how music, while creating, has the power to enhance the creative process of designing art.; cocosartwork@gmail.com
Lisa Driscoll; Mangrove Meltdown; Acrylic on canvas; 36 x 48; $1,500; Mangrove Meltdown is my largest painting to date using colors I have rarely used. As it came to life on the canvas, I was in love creating this vibrant abstract sunset.; lisadriscollart@gmail.com
Cheryl Coxwell; Spring Meadow; ACRYLIC ON CANVAS; 18 x 35; $300; "Spring Meadow" is the culmination of many years of studying the outdoors and the vivid colors of nature.; citron95@att.net
Ricki Stofsky; Fugue; Mixed Media; 36 1/2” x24 1/2”; $550; “Fugue”represents a visual and musical representation of my creativity. It is meaningful to me because it inspired me to recognize that I could paint.; rstofsky@gmail.com
Mindy Colton; Voyager; sculpture, mixed media; 30" x 15" x 7"; $1,200; My Sculpture Voyager is an exciting true magnus opus one-of-a-kind work of art. It blends my love of horses, travel, adventure, color, texture. I have continued my lifelong artistic journey, exploring many materials and media in equine form. Developing my creative methods for building this kind of sculpture has taken many years. It is my most recent equine collage sculpture. Voyager is made of steel legs, polypropylene, air-dry clays, epoxies, vintage travel stickers, and jeweler's wire. Voyager has a proud countenance and regal bearing befitting an iconic equine.; equusartist@aol.com
Melissa Parra Morrow; Entanglement; Handmade Collage of Recycled Magazines on Painted Canvas; 40” x 30”; $5,500; Entanglement is a meditation on connection—on the beautiful, complicated threads that bind us to nature, to one another, and to ourselves. The woman at the center is both immersed in and consumed by her surroundings, her flowing hair weaving through birds, flowers, and foliage like living threads. What begins as beauty becomes something more ambiguous: protection, desire, memory, and confinement all tangled together. From the shell cradled in her hands, origami herons emerge and take flight—fragile, folded fragments of an inner world given wings. They suggest the thoughts, dreams, and pieces of ourselves that we carry quietly within, waiting for the moment they can become something beyond us. Yet even as they rise toward freedom, they remain caught within the intricate web of her hair and the landscape around her. Perhaps nothing we release is ever truly separate from us, our connections follow us, entangling and transforming rather than disappearing.; wildthingstudiosart@gmail.com
Shirley Suski; At the opera; Clay; 18” x 9”; $600; This is one of my largest hand-built coil vases. It was fired in a foil saggar with ferric chloride, cobalt sulfate, and various organic materials, which burned into the clay to achieve its colors. It reminds me of a stout lady dressed for the opera. It barely fit in my saggar kiln, and the lid collapsed on it, and yet it survived in all its glory.; claylips@gmail.com
Nancy Goodwine Wozniak; Soft Morning; acrylic; 48 x 60; $4,500; This painting was designed to be larger in size, and used more muted colors to create a more immersive experience. While painting “Soft Morning”, I wanted the paint to participate in creating an atmosphere rather than a place. It is an Opus Magnum for me because it represents more than a landscape; it is what I find beautiful in the often ephemeral moments of our natural world. The drips represent the unseen connectedness of the trees to the earth, but also the unpredictability and natural movement of the landscape itself. Like this gentle morning, I wish the viewer to mentally linger and have a feeling of stillness, solitude, and renewal.; ngoodwine@me.com
Sandy Mason Clark; Boating in St Tropez; Acrylic; 24”x 30”; $975; Being on the water watching the sailboats glide past is an exhilarating experience. The historic town in the background looks the same as it did hundreds of years ago. What a wonderful experience-whether in person or in your mind!; sandymason1103@gmail.com
Adriane Caproni; Principius Fnis; Acrylic; 36x48; $1,200; Principium Finis, the beginning of the end, invites the eye on a continuous journey through light, shadow, beauty, and decline. Like the infinity symbol, begin with sunlight in the upper left, the eye dances diagonally toward the bouquet, travels through the shadows and into the darkened depths, before returning to the focal tulip nearing the end of its bloom. Light illuminates the subtle passage of time—the yellowing stems, decaying foliage and the fragility of the petals. What you are not seeing is the quiet, daily descent of life.; adrianedesigns@gmail.com
Keri Ippolito; Into Autumn; mixed media; 18 x 24; $450; This scene depicts a very warm day, and Autumn is not far off.; keriippolito@gmail.com
Jaye Escudero; Reverence of Flowers; Waxed watercolor/collage; 20 x 20; $400; This piece took more time than I usually spend on a painting this size because it required waxing several times. I love the calm quiet of the colors and design.; jayeescudero01@gmail.com