(BARNEGAT, NJ) — The Ocean County Library Barnegat Branch showcases a collection of artwork by award-winning local artist Nadine Yura throughout the month of May. Nadine’s striking works depict still lifes, figuratives and landscapes with an expressive style, in oil, watercolour, charcoal and ink. The month-long exhibit at the branch, 112 Burr Street, is free and open to the public.

Nadine has exhibited extensively in group and solo shows in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, winning awards at Manahawkin, Loveladies and Paramus. His works have been featured in local and Ocean County publications.

The Pine Shores Art Association and Fellow of the American Impressionist Society recalled that she began drawing her own compositions in elementary school and racked up awards before she graduated from high school.

“College took my artistic abilities to the next level,” said Nadine, acknowledging the role of her Rutgers University instructors in developing her techniques. “Although I paint and draw a wide variety of subjects in an impressionistic, sometimes abstract manner, I have a desire to express emotion through color as well as black and white, through a style that connects to many many tastes,” she said.

IMAGE: “Sunflowers” – Courtesy of Nadine Yura