The South County Art Association in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, is hosting its 99th Members Annual Exhibition, opening this weekend and running through July 11. Member artists are each displaying one piece of work in any media of their choosing, including an oil painting titled "Juliettes" by Richard Coren, as shown in a photo by Michael Derr.
This exhibition matters because it marks a nearly century-old tradition of community-based visual art, celebrating the creative output of local member artists in a small-town setting. It highlights the enduring role of regional art associations in fostering artistic expression and community engagement, distinct from major metropolitan art scenes.