Exhibition Gallery

Inspired by Sargent

Inspired by Sargent explores a creative dialogue between John Singer Sargent (1856–1925) and fifteen Metro Detroit artists from Mary Step's De La Vie Studio: Candace Brancik, Jayne Brophy, Carole Cooper, Kathy Fish, Sara Hadley, Catherine Hetherington, Jim Karell, Janet Kondziela, Darlene McBroom, Brant MacLean, Kathleen McNamee, Kathleen O'Connell, Linda Pelowski, Susan S. Perrish, and Sandra Schou.

Each artist worked from live models using Sargent’s compositions, palettes, and sensibilities as starting points, allowing his influence to guide, but never confine, their own unique voices. The resulting portraits and figurative pieces, echo Sargent’s flair while offering fresh interpretations shaped by each artist’s medium and style.

This exhibition invites viewers to discover how contemporary artists reimagine a celebrated painter’s vision, finding new energy and meaning in poses, gestures, and light first explored more than a century ago.

Learn more at https://northvillearthouse.org/inspired-by-sargent/

September 1 - September 26 | Opening Reception: Friday, September 11, 5 - 8 pm