Belknap Mill Museum presents Color in Motion – The Art of Marcia Santore

LACONIA — The Belknap Mill Museum will host Color in Motion — The Art of Marcia Santore, a new solo exhibition celebrating the vivid, expressive and thought-provoking work of the contemporary painter. The exhibition will be on view from Wednesday, Sept. 3, through Saturday, Sept. 27, in the museum’s Riverside Art Gallery.

Santore’s paintings use bold color, layered texture, and image-based abstraction to evoke a sense of motion, mystery, and emotional depth. Her work often hints at the familiar — an imagined landscape, a mythical figure, or the essence of an animal — while embracing the abstract and symbolic. Each piece invites viewers to explore and interpret, to feel and reflect.

“I make paintings. I love color and movement,” said Santore. “Art is an act of communication between artist and viewer. No artwork is really complete without viewers bringing their own experience to their perception of a piece.”

Originally from Texas and now based in Plymouth, Santore’s work has been exhibited in solo, group, and juried shows across the U.S., and is part of public and private collections both nationally and internationally. She brings to her practice a wealth of experience not only as a painter but also as a curator, writer, and arts advocate.

The mill will host an opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5,  where guests can meet the artist, explore the exhibit and enjoy refreshments in the beautifully restored historic setting.

This special event is part of Free First Friday at the Mill, featuring free museum admission all day and a Sock Hop in the Park with the Rockin' Daddios starting at 6 p.m.

For more information, visit belknapmill.org.