John Geery

John Geery offers his two distinct styles in this exhibition. Working in various paint media, he relies heavily on inspirations drawn from both crowded and unpopulated urban pop cultures. John was born in Kansas in 1971. Although self-taught from a very early age, recognition begat study with established artists throughout his formative years. Formal education commenced in 1989 at the University of Kansas, resulting in a BFA degree in Painting.

Beginning in 1991, John met noted watercolor society member Tony Couch and was tutored in Japanese landscape watercolor methods. His Japanese-style watercolors. are often scenic landscapes with a touch of man-made interaction. The colors are unusually vivid with fluid gradations. the watercolors offer the artistic challenges synonymous with spontaneous
outdoor scenes and weather accompaniment. The results can be a fascinating array of blended hues and textures depicting various values; just like the unexpected scenes experienced in
everyday americana regional travel.

Providing a distinctly different experience are John’s acrylic and lacquer paintings which result in a flattened space with high contrast. Vivid and unusual color combinations dominate. John also deals in vintage guitars, collecting and selling internationally. Ask him about his favorites!
The opening reception will be Sunday, May 17th from noon to 2 PM. The exhibit is open on Sundays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and runs through May 31st. To see the exhibit outside these times please contact Liz.

Drawing Workshop with Erika Kjorlie Geery 

You are invited to come have fun drawing with Erika. We will explore drawing with erasers and other tools using a reductive method. Materials will be charcoals graphite & paper, which are provided. We will be working outdoors taking inspiration from the amazing trees at UU. Cost is $40 per person. Sunday May 17th 12:30-2:30pm. 

The North Light Gallery at UUCL, which is located in the historic Founder’s Hall, hosts art exhibitions by local and regional artists and groups will rotate on a monthly or bi-monthly basis. The gallery is open every Sunday morning from 9:30 until 12:30 and by appointment. For information on exhibiting please check out our Exhibition Guidelines and apply using this link.