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Artists William Kwamena-Poh and Donna Ireton have chosen to honor their divergent heritages in their exhibit opening with an artist reception on Oct 12 at 5-7pm at the Art League of Hilton Head Gallery. The show runs through Nov 6. For details call 843-681-5060 or visit 
een creating his life-like works since 1980 when he arrived in the United States. He paints with gouache, also known as opaque watercolor, the same medium used by the late African American artist Jacob Lawrence, and experimented with by Dali, Picasso, and Klimt. His work is done primarily using a dry surface instead of the wet on wet watercolor technique. As a self taught artist, his process was developed accidentally as he did not realize that in watercolor, wetting the paper is important. Originating from Ghana, West Africa, where the sun’s strength is ever present, providing a colorful environment which is strongly reflected in the clothing and culture. The density and opacity of gouache allows him to give the viewer a small window into this wonder-filled land.
rary design, as well as a number of wall hangings and sculptures in modern design and bright color. Ireton encourages people to touch and hold her creations: “They’re made to be touched,” she says, “and the sensual touching experience adds to the visual experience.”
While many Native Americans created pine needle baskets, Southeastern tribes such as the Seminoles found long leaf pine needles to be especially useful. Ireton collects her needles locally and cleans them in hot soapy water with a touch of bleach. At least half of her creations feature the bright colors obtained using fabric and leather dyes.Site Designed and Maintained by Vision Technology Management
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