Larry Davidson’s paintings are created using a multitude of digital brushes and other tools that enable him to paint directly into a digital image. Other areas of Davidson’s paintings are developed from extractions of his photographs and watercolors and then added to the composition. Images are then printed on metal, high-luster art paper or canvas, then framed to present the final painting.  

In producing his art exhibit, Davidson took inspiration from botanical gardens, but departed from literal depictions of plant life. Instead, he reimagined florae using new techniques in lighting and rendering with a generous bit of whimsy. Davidson hopes to inspire experienced and emerging artists to the innovative techniques associated with digital brushes and mixed media painted directly on images.

Davidson’s artwork can be seen at Sound Community Bank and at portludlowart.org.

Maria McGrane has been incorporating diverse techniques and styles of fabrication and design into her fused-glass jewelry since she first borrowed her father’s hammer and a bit of leftover wire in high school.

“I’m drawn to the myriad colors and textures found in gemstone beads, as well as art glass,” she said.

McGrane began working with glass 15 years ago, fascinated by the unique physics and chemistry of glass subjected to high temperatures during kiln firing. After assembling the components of a piece, McGrane places it in a kiln where it’s fired in a five- to six-step process over 14 to 24 hours to 1,375 to 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit then cooled to anneal, or strengthen, the glass.

Her jewelry will be on display at the Port Ludlow Art League Gallery, Sound Community Bank and at portludlowart.org.

The bank is holding a reception for the artists 4-5 p.m. Nov. 13 followed by a second reception 5-6 p.m. at the adjacent Art League Gallery.