“Reflections in Watercolor” opening reception

Sarah Eubanks, an East Lansing-based artist, will open her “Reflections in Watercolor” exhibit at the Hannah Community Center’s Public Art Gallery Saturday (March 4). There will be a free opening reception with light snacks. 

“Watercolor paintings in this exhibit were created over the past two years. I am very intuitive. I tend toward the abstract in my landscapes, florals and animal and human portraits,” Eubanks said. “I work quickly in watercolor, using memory and emotion as my guide. I often draw from family and friends and from places that surround me at home in East Lansing.” 

For example, she created the above piece, “Whitehills Pond,” the day after the tragic shooting at Michigan State University. 

“Many times, I start a watercolor without knowing where I’m going and rely on my feelings, memories and associations to guide me,” she said. “What emerged on Tuesday, I realized upon its completion, was this portrait of a tranquil spot where many of our East Lansing neighbors stop on their Harrison Meadows Northern Tier Trail walks. When I realized what I had painted, I sent it to my neighbors and friends as sort of a big hug from me.” 

The exhibit will run through March 27. The gallery is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday.