Claudia Pettis, Michael Scott & Susan Melrath: September 2023

September brings in a seasonal transition and with it two beloved local artists, Claudia Pettis and Michael Scott, and in her first show at Museo, Susan Melrath. Together, the September show feels like a welcome homecoming.

With her painterly depth and sensitivity, Claudia's sheep portraits feel like a fresh take on the old world masters. By the same token, Michael’s skillful manipulation of a burl breathes another life into each wood piece of his carved and turned sculptures. Susan's architectural abstractions of rural structures – with her bold use of color and activated surfaces – offer a refreshing perspective on familiar subjects.