DERBY - The Gallery@37 at 37 Elizabeth St. was the place to be on the Friday before Halloween as the arts council hosted 'Night Gallery.'
About 100 people attended the open house throughout the evening.
The autumn and Halloween-themed show featured a variety of artwork - everything from paintings, drawings and sculptures to photos.
Guests were greeted at the door by this loveable (?) guy.
Arts council president Rich DiCarlo of Derby, left, and his wife, Wendy, center, take in the show.
You could say that all who attended had a devilishly good time. I know I did.
Artist Maria Romano won first and second place for her graphite drawings. First place was called "Slight of Hand."
Maria holds her second place award for her devil drawing, "Alistair."
Shelton artist Len Grayeck won third place for his painting, "Shadow Cat Moon."
Arts council vice president Steve DiRienzo of Derby chats with Romano.
I thought this was a spooktacular way to keep wine and beer chilled. The jack o'lanterns are filled with ice.
And here Shelton artist Gerald Joyce photographs the photographer.
The exhibit at the Gallery@37 in Derby is a must-see this Halloween season.
The Valley Arts Council's "Magic and Mysticism" show had a grand opening Saturday. The artwork will be up through Nov. 3.
Looking at Valley Arts Council Vice President Steve DiRienzo's "Looking Glass," above, can give one a chill.
I saw a werewolf, but Steve said it wasn't one. Hmmm...
Artist Beverly Borucki knows how to creep people out!
"One, Two. .. Freddie's Coming for You" is the stuff of nightmares.
This wooden cabinet is filled with interesting items for sale - painted bottles, stained glass decor, coffins and more - created by gallery manager BillieJo Scharfenberg (except for the mummy brick, top row center, made by Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo.)
The coffins contain papers printed with poetry by Edgar Allen Poe.
Open the coffins and read the poems if you dare!
Warning..the next photo is re-e-e-ally creepy.
Artist Sheryl Muzzillo offers us "Jewel" - this doll looks nothing like the dolls I had as a child.
She sends a shiver down my spine. But she fits in perfectly in this exhibit.
In this painting Rich DiCarlo offers us a respite from creepiness with a peaceful piece, "Serenity."
I had fun playing with a photo I took in 2004 at Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
Now that's a tombstone!
I call it "See You Later."
