CCA to host opening and reception for final exhibit
The Captiva Civic Association (CCA) will kick off its last art exhibition of the season this week.
“Captivating Colors,” by Sanibel artist Susan Sadler, will be on display from April 3-30 at the Captiva Civic Center on Captiva. It features approximately 30 acrylics, with a range of abstracts, landscapes, florals and whimsical designs.
“The CCA hosts a variety of art exhibits throughout each season to highlight the local artists on Sanibel and Captiva islands and to bring their artwork to our beautiful hall space,” acting Director Kathryn Sisson said, adding that the CCA provides the space to support them and to support the art community.
An Art Opening and Reception for the exhibition will take place on April 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will feature a meet-and-greet with Sadler, along with live entertainment, light fare and refreshments.
“The live music will be Danny Morgan,” she said, noting that his art exhibit was the first show this year for the CCA and that he wanted to perform at Sadler’s opening reception to round out the season.
Catering by Leslie Adams will serve up the hors d’oeuvres.
“There will be a bar, and all donations go back to the CCA programs,” Sisson said.
Sadler provided the following artist statement:
“My love of art and design began in my native Michigan and grew as I became a wife and mother living in many mid-western communities. I came to Sanibel first as an artist of hand-painted clothing, showing and selling my goods at an art fair. It was love from the moment I crossed that bridge and knew I had to live here. As I transitioned to canvas, I found myself with a much larger space to work with, offering endless possibilities. The larger surface allowed me to experiment more freely, enabling me to explore new techniques and ideas that I couldn’t fully realize on smaller clothing pieces. While maintaining my commitment to my whimsical spirit and bright colors, I continue to create happiness on canvas. Being a 19-year member of the Tower Gallery, an artists’ cooperative, allows me to share my passion with fellow artists and connect with visitors and locals drawn to our islands.”
Bank of the Islands is the 2024-25 Art Show Series sponsor.
“We are so grateful to the Bank of the Islands for continuing to support not only the CCA, but also local art,” Sisson said. “It’s so important for the community to have these funds for exhibits.”
While the event is free, RSVPs are requested.
The community is invited to reserve a spot for the reception.
“Our art exhibition opening nights are a great way to come support the local art community on the island and get together with the community and celebrate all we’ve done this season at the CCA,” she said. “Have a bite to eat and a drink and celebrate art.”
For tickets or more information, visit https://ccacaptiva.org/ or the Captiva Civic Association on Eventbrite or call the CCA at 239-472-2111.
In addition, the CCA will hold its final Perfectly Paired Educational Wine & Food Tasting Series, “Tête de Cuvée Tasting,” on April 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the center. The wine selections will be curated by Bailey’s General Store and The Island Store wine steward Calli Johnson duPont, with paired hors d’oeuvres by Chef Karl Hamme. For more information or tickets, visit online or contact the CCA.
Free and open to the public for viewing, the CCA gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 2 p.m., unless otherwise posted.
All of the artwork on exhibit is for sale.
The Captiva Civic Center is at 11550 Chapin Lane, Captiva.
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IF YOU GO
What
Art Opening and Reception: “Captivating Colors”
When
April 3 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where
Captiva Civic Center, 11550 Chapin Lane, Captiva
Details
Free to the public, but RSVPs requested