Opening night of “New Work”, a solo exhibition by local artist Fielding Archer

Quirk Gallery – Thursday, January 8 | 5-8pm
On view: January 8 – February 14, 2026

Join us on Thursday, January 8th from 5-8pm for the opening night of New Work, a solo exhibition by local artist Fielding Archer.

New Work by Fielding Archer will be on view in Quirk’s Main Gallery from January 8, 2025 – February 14, 2026.

Artist Statement — Fielding Archer
I can’t remember when I wasn’t drawing, painting, or making things.
I work with objects that I have collected or grown. My paintings originate from color relationships I observe or make up, and are painted with a medium that dries flat and velvety, without shine. Flowers and vegetables come from my garden. The tables, bottles, and vases appear again and again because they have been collected, used, handled, and lived with. These are simply arranged and painted in ways that appear interesting and new to me.
The seascapes and landscapes move toward something more open. They are built as color fields, with clouds, water and landscape serving as the armature that holds the painting together.
Found wood turned pieces look sensual and alien. Some become useful objects.

About Archer:
Born in 1960, Fielding Archer graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BFA in Painting and Printmaking. After graduation, he
received a grant to attend Skowhegan, a residency program for emerging artists in Skowhegan, Maine. Upon his return from Skowhegan, Fielding studied with renowned American painter, Julien Binford. Fielding’s work captures the soul of an object through the use of color and simplicity of form. His compositions rely less on traditional pictorial structure and more on the use of color, perspective and composition. This seemingly effortless hand that is seen in his paintings, combined with his ability to easily capture the likeness and spirit of his subject, has also enabled Fielding to become one of the country’s leading portrait painters. He has been described as an artist’s artist by his contemporaries. An award winner in national juried exhibitions, Fielding’s art is included in numerous private and corporate collections.

In addition to his paintings, Fielding has added an award winning line
of stainless steel furniture to his portfolio. Its design is a reflection of the
simple elegance that defines his art.