Various Press Releases and Articles

Exhibit at Library Focuses on Light
David Dipino Sun Sentinel – April 15, 2009

Palm Beach Post

The exhibit Light Reflections, displaying works by Delray Beach award-winning artist Patricia W. Maguire, will run through May 13 at the Delray Beach Library's second floor Gallery, 100 W. Atlantic Ave.
"We're proud to present this stunning new art exhibit," said Bonnie Stelzer, the library's director of community relations.
Maguire, who was born in Buenos Aires, received her Bachelor of Science in Studio Arts at Skidmore College and a Masters in Art and Animation from Syracuse University.
She has won numerous awards for her work in acrylics, pastel and enamels, Stelzer said.
Maguire draws her inspiration from the play of light on color and form.
Stelzer said each of her paintings shows a spot of nature or a person with whom she has temporarily fallen in love.
"I love to incorporate trees into my landscapes and travel to find color we just don't have in South Florida," Maguire said.
Her 25 creations at the Upstairs Gallery feature work Maguire did in Stockholm, Sweden.
"My husband and I were supposed to be bike riding, and I just kept on pulling over and taking photos of these amazing colors... ," Maguire said.
Rio de Janeiro, Caracas and New York City have been the sites of some of her shows.
Maguire's work ranges from $400 to $6,000, with 10 percent going to the Delray Beach Public Library.

For information on this exhibit and the programs at the Delray Beach Public Library, visit www.delraylibrary.org
or call 561-266-9490.

Boca Raton Museum Of Art - The Artists' Guild Fall 2008 Juried Art Show

First Place for "Wetlands" Mixed Media.

Judge's Comment:
"I am very impressed with the range of materials, techniques and subject matter presented... the work chosen for this exhibition demonstrates impeccable composition skills.
More importantly each work goes beyond the seen to represent the unseen – the intangible of thought or emotion. "

Elizabeth Coleman

October, 2008

Delray Beach Art League's Crest Theatre Fine Art Judged Exhibit and Sale

First Place Prize for "Day At The Beach", Acrylic on Canvas.

Judge's Comment: "First Place, Patricia Maguire's "Day At The Beach" not only was beautifully painted,
but more than that, it holds the viewer with substance. A narrative to indulge in, not only another "pretty"
painting. Patricia allowed her painting to be continued well beyond the edges of the painting. "

Eydi Lampasola

V Salon Nacional de Artes Del Fuego

“...in contrast to Patricia Maguire, the only artist with a tendency toward figurative work, beautiful enameled portraits that are sure to please the public.”

Alfredo Fermin – commenting on the Honorable Mention prize received.
* El Carabobeño, Valencia, Venezuela – May 21, 1977

Contini Art Gallery – Show Review:

“….Two outstanding shows to catch this month….and Pati Maguire with her Enamels.” *Teresa Piñana, El Mundo, Caracas, Venezuela – June 12, 1977
“This week, in the Contini Art Gallery, located in the Centro Comercial Chacaito, a very successful show was inaugurated. Several local celebrities attended the show, all praising the original artwork – which presages a very successful run for the artist, the Brazilian Enamellist Pati Maguire.” * El Universal, Caracas, Venezuela, May, 1977.

VI Salon Nacional De Artes Del Fuego

“This great event will open on Sunday, ….at the Ateneo of Valencia.

The sponsors are The Direction of Culture of The University of Carabobo, The National Culture Council and the Fine Arts School “Arturo Michelena”.

The Fine Arts Museum and special guests consisting of The First Iberoamerican Encounter of Art Critics will form the panel of judges. ……participating artists have been selected and invited based on past portfolio reviews to this very prestigious event.”
* El Carabobeño, Valencia, Venezuela – May 28, 1978

* Translated from the original Spanish publications

Patch Reef Park Community Center

…..featuring contemporary works by Patricia W. Maguire – Feb. 4 to Feb. 28 The News, Sunday February 3, 1991.
“…Patricia W. Maguire will show contemporary enamels and pastels.
The exhibit continues to throughout the month.”
The Palm Beach Post Feb. 2, 1991

Boca Raton City Hall Professional Artist Guild – Member Exhibit:

Patricia Maguire at the Boca Raton City Hall through September 26 - Boca Museum Members Newsletter, September 1991

Dover Art Gallery –

Presenting the work of featured Artist Patricia Maguire.
A Multi-Media Art Show running from March 1, thru March 28, 1992 – Dover Art Gallery, 6501 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida – Announcement And Invitation. Feb., 1992

Boca Raton Museum of Art – Professional Artists’ Guild – Spring Exhibit

Winner of Honorable Mention for “Sun Shower” (pastel) – “While Technique and skill must always be considered in evaluating a work of art, I find other criterion to be of equal importance. Mystery, a spirit of inventiveness and a new way of seeing were of importance in making my decision.” Lawrence Tobe – Judge.