Thursday, September 6, 2018

Art in the Stacks: Jack Ryan's NYC Pen & Ink Drawings

The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Library are pleased to present an exhibit of pen and ink drawings by Jack Ryan, on display on the lower level of the library during regular library hours throughout the month of September, 2018.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Jack Ryan attended the High School of Art & Design in Manhattan, and Pratt Institute in Brooklyn where he studied under renowned architectural illustrators Stanley Salzman and Albert Lorenz. Mr. Ryan has illustrated numerous books and been published world-wide in publications including the London Sun and Stern magazine. His work is on display in several New York city galleries.

The Vineyard Haven Library's "Art in the Stacks" space features rotating monthly exhibits and is managed by the Friends of the Library. The library also has a permanent collection of artworks, including 12 paintings by Vineyard artist Captain John Ivory. Artists interested in showing their work may contact the library at (508) 696-4210.