The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Library are pleased to present an exhibit of floral paintings and other works by local artist, Mabelle “Bella” Felipe, on display in the lower level of the library during regular library hours from July 8th - July 31st, 2024.
Bella is an independent artist who moved to Martha’s Vineyard from her native Brazil over 20 years ago. Inspired by the natural beauty of the island, her artwork focuses on flora, fauna, and other natural elements. Bella is the host and producer of the MVTV program, “Bella Bilingual podcast.” She is also a puppeteer, a songwriter, and a chef.
In her artist statement for the Art in the Stacks exhibit, she writes:
“Art has a universal language. Through it, we express ourselves and connect. When a person identifies with my work, this is very special. This is purpose without purpose. The light in the darkness filling the void. We live in an absolutely comparative world, where we feel trapped by its conventions and concepts. Art gives us a sense of freedom, the powerful force of feeling free, in time and space. As we know by now, humans have lived this artistic concept since the time of the caves. We artists are continuing this cycle as long as we are able to use our own thoughts and ideas. That’s good! Isto é bom! Ça c’est bon!” Art in the Stacks is an initiative of the Friends of the Library to provide artists an opportunity to show their work, and for library patrons to enjoy art throughout the year. Artists interested in showing their work through “Art in the Stacks” may contact the Vineyard Haven Public Library at 508-696-4210 or send an email to vhpl_programs@clamsnet.org.
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