The Opening with Andre & FriendsOn a perfect spring evening, a lively group of art fans welcomed artist Andre Pater at a reception held by the National Sporting Library Museum to open his show, "In a Sporting Light." It is a second career retrospective and contains a wonderful variety of oils, pastels and drawings from very early in his career to more recent years.
The Polish born artist seemed to enjoy being surrounded by fans, graciously allowing photos and answering questions, taking the notoriety and adulation in stride. Pater spoke eloquently and sometimes softly of his journey to becoming a premier sporting artist before leading the quests through the collection that words are simply unable to describe. NANCY KLECK, MIDDLESBURG ECCENTRIC |
Jacqueline Ohrstrom, Andre Pater and Kasia Pater
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Renowned Artist Andre Pater
and 45 of his iconic works of art are on display at the National Sporting Library and Museum in Middlesburg, Virginia through August 13, 2017
Andre Pater: In a Sporting LightThe bold and vibrant compositions of contemporary sporting artist Andre Pater (Polish-American, b. 1953) are often compared to those of the great 20th-century British sporting artist Sir Alfred Munnings. Pater’s refinement in pastels in addition to the classic medium of oil solidifies his rightful place as an illustrious artist in the 21st century.
Works from collections across the country will be represented in the retrospective exhibition, Andre Pater: In a Sporting Light. “Go beyond the mere image, and the painting becomes a ‘matter of light,’ ” notes sporting art authority and National Sporting Library & Museum Board Member Lorian Peralta-Ramos of Pater’s work. “Horses, colorful jockeys’ silks, hounds, and cattle are all textures and as surfaces, each have their own particular reflective properties.” The retrospective exhibition and accompanying catalog present an in-depth analysis of Pater’s mastery of the use of light and insightful understanding of animal anatomy and behavior. |
End of the Day
Oil on canvas - 1996 |
Andre with his very first patron and good friend, Mary Lou Walbergh, Equine Art Expert and Antiquarian.
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John Sikura (Hill 'n Dale Farm) enjoying the evening's events with Andre Pater.
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Stuart Mercer (owner of Stuart Mercer Gentleman's Shoppe in Lexington, KY) helping Andre sign official catalogues.
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Good friends enjoying The 97th Running of the Middleburg Spring Races.
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A Steeplechase jockey after his race at Glenwood Park Course.
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Taking in all the events of the weekend in front of the NSLM.
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Having fun making pizza with gracious hosts.
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Chef Andre!
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Andre and Kasia working together.
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A moment alone in the exhibition.
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Andre with Jacqueline Ohrstrom and David Blake.
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Andre has EVERYONE'S attention.
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The Lenders and Donors Preview Dinner hosted by Mrs. Jacqueline B.Mars and
the NSLM Board of Directors. From the left::
Jacqueline Mars, Andre Pater, artist DEE Lee
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Another amazing turnout for "In a Sporting Light".
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Middleburg Exhibition Links
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MIDDLEBURG ECCENTRIC MAGAZINE
MAY 2017 PRINTED EDITION ARTICLE |
KENTUCKY MONTHLY MAGAZINE
MAY 2017 PRINTED EDITION ARTICLE |
Past Events
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"A Matter of Light, the Art of Andre Pater"
Book Signing, Q&A & Talk by Andre Pater
NATIONAL SPORTING LIBRARY & MUSEUM
102 Plains Road, Middleburg, Virginia
Friday, November 15, 2019 - 6 pm - 8 pm
Join us as sporting artist Andre Pater recounts his journey to become an artist and the creation of his new book of original work A Matter of Light, The Art of Andre Pater. After Pater’s discussion its publication and a short Q&A with those who were part of the process, the artist is available for a book signing of his latest work.
$10 Admission | Free for NSLM members
Light refreshments and drinks provided.
RSVP at [email protected] or (540) 687-6542 x 4
A long awaited first comprehensive compendium of works by this sporting artist: “ A Matter of Light, the Art of Andre Pater” is being released this Fall 2019.
With a foreword by the Duke of Devonshire, the main essay by sporting art expert Lorian Peralta-Ramos, edited by Claudia Pfeiffer, “A Matter of Light, the Art of Andre Pater” is artfully designed by Bill Roughen, and published by Fincastle Publishing.
The visually stunning 240-page coffee table book includes over 200 selected paintings and drawings, along with writings, musings, observations and essays about Andre Pater's life and work. In eleven visually delightful chapters “ A Matter of Light” shines light on the artistic periods of Andre Pater, and how his style and technique evolved through a gamut of subjects from equestrian through historical and genre paintings to his recent Native American portrayals.
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"A Matter of Light, the Art of Andre Pater"
Book Signing, Q&A & Talk by Andre Pater
NATIONAL SPORTING LIBRARY & MUSEUM
102 Plains Road, Middleburg, Virginia
Friday, November 15, 2019 - 6 pm - 8 pm
Join us as sporting artist Andre Pater recounts his journey to become an artist and the creation of his new book of original work A Matter of Light, The Art of Andre Pater. After Pater’s discussion its publication and a short Q&A with those who were part of the process, the artist is available for a book signing of his latest work.
$10 Admission | Free for NSLM members
Light refreshments and drinks provided.
RSVP at [email protected] or (540) 687-6542 x 4
A long awaited first comprehensive compendium of works by this sporting artist: “ A Matter of Light, the Art of Andre Pater” is being released this Fall 2019.
With a foreword by the Duke of Devonshire, the main essay by sporting art expert Lorian Peralta-Ramos, edited by Claudia Pfeiffer, “A Matter of Light, the Art of Andre Pater” is artfully designed by Bill Roughen, and published by Fincastle Publishing.
The visually stunning 240-page coffee table book includes over 200 selected paintings and drawings, along with writings, musings, observations and essays about Andre Pater's life and work. In eleven visually delightful chapters “ A Matter of Light” shines light on the artistic periods of Andre Pater, and how his style and technique evolved through a gamut of subjects from equestrian through historical and genre paintings to his recent Native American portrayals.
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