Four new art exhibits will open this weekend with receptions to meet the artists and view their work.
Following is a round-up of where to find these collections and when their opening receptions are scheduled.
"Showers Bring Flowers"
» Where: In-Town Gallery, 26-A Frazier Ave.
» When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, April 5
The floral paintings of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, artist Helen Brooks are featured during April at In-Town Gallery in "Showers Bring Flowers."
"Every painting is a new experience," she says, "a way to voice my feelings and ideas about the beauty around me and a constant motivation to find true original expression."
Brooks is a member of Tennessee Art League, Tennessee Watercolor Society, Chattanooga Civic Arts League, Association for Visual Arts and ArtsBuild.
She says her work is shaped by her deeply held Christian beliefs, her love for her husband of 59 years, her children and grandchildren, her commitment to her students' success and her devotion to gardening - at one time tending over 200 roses. Her use of line, shape, color, value and texture provide a visual rhythm and movement that celebrates her joy in life and in God's creations.
For more information: 423-267-9214.
"Multi Media Inspired Artists"
» Where: Second Presbyterian Church, Chapel Art Gallery, 700 Pine St.
» When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, April 5
Multi Media Inspired Artists is an all-female collective that is exhibiting contemporary artworks.
For more information: 423-991-8856.
Clownfish are the subject of "Clowning Around" by Lynne Mayer in the Tennessee Watercolor Society's exhibition."Line and Form"
» Where: Michael's Fine Art and Framing, 1325 Dug Gap Road, Dalton, Georgia
» When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 5
Tennessee Watercolor Society, Chattanooga Area, opens an exhibit featuring diverse styles and subjects in "Line and Form."
Active since 1971, the Tennessee Watercolor Society is a membership organization dedicated to elevating the stature of watercolor painting and to educating the public about the significance of the art form. The exhibit will remain on view through May 26.
For more information: 706-278-8840.
"Strong Women"
» Where: North River Civic Center, 1009 Executive Drive, Suite 102
» When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, April 7
Join the staff of North River Civic Center for the opening reception, refreshments and an awards presentation for this fine-art juried invitational that focuses on honoring strong women.
For more information: 423-870-8924.
- Compiled by staff writer Susan Pierce
"Cynthia's Hat" is an oil on canvas by Miki Boni. It is among work in "Strong Women" at North River Civic Center.