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Irish Born Painter Hosts Art Sale Fundraiser for Grassroots

"Irish Eyes" features 50 original oil paintings at West End Gallery on Sunday, April 29

Irish born oil painter Katherine Farrell is hosting an art sale fundraiser for Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center on Sunday, April 29, from 1-4 p.m. The event will be held at West End Studio, 8624 Frederick Road, at the west end of Old Ellicott City Main Street.

Named “Irish Eyes,” the benefit will feature 50 original oil paintings for sale. Twenty-five percent of the proceeds will be donated to Grassroots to support its crisis and shelter services.

Farrell has been painting for 20 years. Her work is characterized by its direct observation of light on form. She is passionate about art as a form of social justice. For a review of her gallery, visit http://fineartamerica.com/artist/katherine+farrell.

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Guests are asked to donate a non-perishable microwavable food item. Parking is limited, and the event is not wheelchair accessible. For more information, contact KFarrellArt@gmail.com.

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