Whimsical Rock Art at the Explore Ecology Art From Scrap Gallery

Inspiration came in the form of a rock that looked like a house.  Artist Lyndy Belchére has been creating art her whole life but this tangent off to using found materials became a delightful, surprising new direction for her.  Known for her watercolors, pen and ink and pencil drawings, the rocks brought out a completely different muse for her. Stimulating her sense of three-dimensional work was a new avenue to explore and spurred her to become more inventive. “These whimsical little works of art are the fruition of my collection of miniature items.  Deciding to use them as the embellishments to the natural surface and shape of the rocks, brought a lot of things together for me…they really make the scenes more interesting,” said Belchére.  Platforms for the scenes evolved as the rock art, using recycled and found materials, began to take shape. They range from rustic cottages, to high-rises; from the farm to castles. You’ll also find Wizards and Crystals set into the all-natural settings enchanting.  All will bring a smile to the viewer’s face. A selection of her paintings and drawings will also be in the show.  You are invited to join the fun at the Artists Reception set on opening day, Friday, May 18 and get down on the second floor gallery to ‘rock away’ a couple of hours to enjoy this fun exhibit.  Affordably priced starting at $35, a portion of all art sold will go to Art From Scrap/Explore Ecology. 

LYNDY ROCKS ‘n WORKS opens at the Art From Scrap Gallery Friday, May 18 and runs through July 22.  Hours for the Gallery are: Thursday- Friday from 11am to 6pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm.  302 E. Cota Street, Santa Barbara, 93101.  (805) 884-0459.  

Special Artist Reception on Friday, May 18 from 6 – 8pm.  Belchére will be on hand to mix and mingle with the guests, rocking the answers to your questions on her own personal rock revival.   Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/234170620653329/