The Cope House Gallery
The Cope House Art Gallery is an excellent way to experience the natural beauty, history, and artistry of Awbury Arboretum all in one place.
By partnering with local artists, Awbury is able to present free art shows March through December every year. As an exhibition space where beautiful and thought-provoking art is displayed, the Cope House Gallery is a valuable resource for both local artists and art lovers. The artwork is for sale and a portion of the proceeds helps support Awbury Arboretum.
The Cope House Gallery is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00am– 4:00 pm.
(Please see our Hours and Admission page for holiday closings, etc.)
On View: The Painting of Paul DuSold
Paul DuSold
On View
August 29th – October 30th, 2024
My artwork is best described as atmospheric representationalism. Still life, figures in landscape and portraits are my preferred subject matter.
My influences are mostly sixteenth and seventeenth century Italian and Spanish painters; I am perhaps most informed by the use of oil paint as an expressive medium by the Venetian artists of the sixteenth century.
The primary aspiration of my efforts is to paint pictures whose effect of meaning is achieved through a very acute balance of color, light and shadow and scale of forms.
Art Reception
The art reception will take place in the Cope House Galleries on Thursday, September 12th from 6-8pm. Meet the artist, enjoy some light refreshments, and get to know the NW Philadelphia art community.
Location: Cope House Galleries (1 Awbury Rd, Philadelphia)
Cost: Free
This event is free and open to the public; no registration required
Artwork will be available for purchase – to inquire, please contact artcommittee@awbury.org. All proceeds support Awbury Arboretum’s mission.
Artist Bio
Paul DuSold is a representational, figurative painter living and working in Philadelphia. He is a graduate of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and studied privately with Arthur DeCosta and in fresco with B.F. Long. His work can be found in numerous private and public collections including Pennsylvania Hospital, Temple University, The Union League of Philadelphia and many more. He is well known as a curator and speaker. Paul has taught at many institutions and currently teaches painting at the Fleisher Art Memorial and the Woodmere Museum.
Past Exhibits
Are you a local artist interested in featuring your artwork at Awbury?
Questions? Please contact our Arts Advisory Committee at artcommittee@awbury.org.