Claire Bentley – Artist of the Month – July

Claire Bentley - Kenilworth Gardens

Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11 am-4pm; Saturday, 11 am-5pm; and Sunday, Noon-5pm
Exhibit Title: Listening to Nature
Show Dates: Tuesday, July 8 – Sunday, August 3, 2025
Artist’s Reception: Saturday, July 12, 1:00-4:00 PM

About the Artist: Claire Bentley is inspired by the beauty of nature from the grandest landscape to the smallest flower.  She takes many photos and these often become the subject of her artwork. Many beautiful pieces are in this exhibit.

Claire Bentley - Kenilworth Gardens
Claire Bentley – Kenilworth Gardens

Claire retired in 2007 from teaching and began watercolor classes at the Workhouse Art Center in Lorton, VA.  That began her love of watercolor and many experiences with classes, workshops, and overseas travel.  Claire is a member of the Springfield Art Guild, Virginia Watercolor Society, the Loft Gallery in Occoquan, VA and has participated in numerous Virginia art exhibits.

Palm Trees - Claire Bentley
Palm Trees – Claire Bentley

Vincent VanGogh: If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.

 Loft Gallery website: www.loftgallery.org/our-artists/watercolor/claire-bentley/

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