Shows & Exhibits
November 3rd - 13th, 2009
October 14th - 25th, 2009
The American Artists Professional League at The Salmagundi Club, 47 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY
"Masonic Temple - Philadelphia" has been accepted by the The American Artists Professional League into the Eighty-First Grand National Exhibition in NYC.
The Old Selectmen's Artist Gallery, 1889 Route 149, W. Barnstable, MA.
Please join us for The 16th Annual Current Images exhibition, "Rhythms of the Sea" - Art of Cape Cod & Beyond by Brenda L Bechtel with Maure Fennessy Ryley.
October 4th - 29th, 2009
October 1st - 23rd, 2009
September 10th - October 12th, 2009
June 18th - July 13th, 2009
March 17th - April 30th, 2009 (this exhibit has been extended through May 3rd, 2009)
February 19th - March 9, 2009
November 18th - December 1st, 2008
October 1st - 12th, 2008
The Rhode Island Watercolor Society at Slater Memorial Park, Pawtucket, RI
"Commercial Street" is included in The 16th Annual National Watermedia Competition
The Catherine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club at the National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South, NYC
"Ladybug Picnic" has been juried into The 113th Annual Exhibition.
The Cape Cod Art Association
"Masonic Temple - Philadelphia" will be included in the "All New England" juried exhibit.
The Cape Cod Art Association
"Ladybug Picnic" will be included in the prestigious National Juried Exhibition.
The Gallery at Norumbega Point, 99 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493
'New England and Beyond', a retrospective journey inspired by fifty years of creative vision by Artist, Brenda L Bechtel, features paintings in oil, acrylic, pastel and watercolour of landscapes, seascapes and country paths which harmoniously juxtapose beside architectural renderings and city street scenes. These varied subjects are accompanied by quotes from the Artist's journals. Meet the Artist, enjoy light refreshments and fine art during Norumbega Point's Open House and Gallery Reception, Sunday, March 29, 2-4 pm. Offering a deeper insight into this Artist's inspired world, the public is invited to attend a gallery talk and slide presentation, Tuesday, April 21, from 2-3 pm.
The Cape Cod Art Association will be displaying it's Twenty-fifth Annual Interpretations of Light Juried Art Exhibition. Brenda's "Lacework on Montague", an 11x14 watercolor, will be among the pieces displayed.
The Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St, S. Yarmouth, MA.
Brenda L Bechtel & Maura Fennessy Ryley present "RESONATIONS": harmonious vibrations of color & light. Join the artists for a Champagne Reception on Friday, November 21st, 2008, from 6-8pm.
The Old Selectmen's Building Gallery, 1889 Route 149, W. Barnstable, MA.
Brenda L Bechtel & Maura Fennessy Ryley present "MOMENTUM", The 15th annual Current Images Exhibition & sale of creations in a myriad of mediums.
September 9th - October 6th, 2008
July 1st - July 31st, 2008
June 19th - July 14th, 2008
April 24th - May 19th, 2008
April 12th - May 14th, 2008
February 14th - March 10th, 2008
October 2nd - 15th, 2007
The Cape Cod Art Association presents the prestigious All New England Exhibit. This broad spectrum of Art includes a painting by Artist Brenda L Bechtel entitled "Whimsical Baler from the Mills", a piece that exemplifies New England.
ROCKLAND TRUST, 70 Main Street, Orleans, MA
Brenda L Bechtel & Maura Fennessy Ryley present "IMPROVISO", a display of paintings, giclee prints, mirrors & monotypes.
The Cape Cod Art Association's "The National" Juried Exhibition (North American, including Alaska & Hawaii) will be on display June 19th - July 14th, 2008. Brenda has submitted a piece to be shown in this exhibit.
The Cape Cod Art Association's Regional Juried Exhibition, "All Cape Cod" will be on display April 24th - May 19th, 2008. Brenda was awarded the People's Choice Award for her Pastel, "White Cedar Swamp Trail", which will remain on display through June 17th, 2008.
The New England Watercolor Society's Regional Juried Exhibition at the Cotuit Center for the Arts, Route 28, Cotuit, MA, will be on display from April 12th - May 14th, 2008. Brenda will be presenting "A Work in Progress" for the New England Department of Human Resources on May 12th, 2008 from 6 - 8pm at the Cotuit Center for the Arts.
The Cape Cod Art Association's Winter Open Juried Exhibition, "Interpretations of Light", will be on display February 14th - March 10th, 2008
Current Images 14 exhibit, "Oceanic Reflections - Echoes of Summer" at the Old Selectmen's Building Gallery, Rte 149, West Barnstable, MA. October 2nd thru the 15th, Reception on October 13th, 5-7pm. Refreshments & Raffle.
October 25th - November 5, 2006
A myriad of magnificent creations by award winning artists Brenda L Bechtel and Maura Fennessy Ryley will haunt the walls of the Old Selectmen's Building Gallery, Rte 149, West Barnstable, MA. Their lucky 13th Current Images exhibit, "Art Enchantment", will feature luminous paintings in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, monotypes and embellished mirrors. The show begins October 25th and continues through November 5, 2006, Wednesday through Saturday 10am-4pm, extended evening hours Fridays and Saturdays; Sundays, 12-4pm. For inquiries, contact Brenda or Maura at 508 362-5504 during exhibit hours. As an early Hallow's Eve treat on Saturday, October 28th the artists Brenda and Maura will give costumed patrons an opportunity to receive a savings on selected Art.
Come to the masquerade!
Brenda Bechtel gathered inspiration in her Philadelphia Studio creating paintings of the fountains, mosaic gardens, and architecture in the city and beyond in addition to creating nearly 700 illustrations for John W. Obbard's new book, Early American Furniture: A Guide to Who, When, and Where. Signed, first edition copies will be available at the Gallery during this exhibit.
Maura Fennessy Ryley will show new mirrors, monotypes, and several watercolors, images from recent travels to Ireland and Italy.
"Birdland Masquerade", Giclee print from original watercolor, 14" x 10"
"Native Gifts", Wampum mirror, 9" x 12"
September 28th - October 10th, 2005
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Luminous brushstrokes and vibrant colors enliven the landscapes, cityscapes, giclees, monotypes and embellished mirrors of artists, Brenda L. Bechtel and Maura Fennessy Ryley, respectively. Their award-winning art displayed in national, regional and local venues will grace the walls for the 12th year at the Old Selectmen's Building Gallery, Route 149 (Meetinghouse Way), West Barnstable, MA. "Current Images", this dynamic duo's annual exhibit runs from September 28th through October 10th, 2005, Wednesday through Sunday including Columbus Day, 10am-4pm, with extended hours Fridays and Saturdays. For inquiries, contact Brenda or Maura at the gallery (508 362-5504) during exhibit hours.
Currently, Brenda L. Bechtel is represented by Brookside Studio/Gallery of West Barnstable and Center City, Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA. Her detailed renderings of seascapes and landscapes glow with nuanced Cape light. Brenda recently completed illustrations for a book which will be available in bookstores Spring/2006. Among her current projects are paintings of the fountains of Philadelphia, Nemours Mansion and Gardens in Wilmington, DE., and Chanticleer Gardens of Wayne, PA.
Brewster artist Maura Fennessy Ryley's expressive monotypes, mixed media, and embellished mirrors reflect her love of the Cape's vibrant natural landscape.
All images, graphics, and content on these pages are © Brenda L. Bechtel, 1985-2009. All rights reserved. Please do not distribute or use images found on this site without permission from the artist.
