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The public is invited to the opening of “Images of Russia”, a one person show featuring the paintings of Robin, Barker Purnell at Middle Street Gallery in Washington on Sunday, April 4, from 3 to 6 p.m. Beth Levick’s acapella singing group, “The Eclectics” will perform at the opening.
Purnell recently returned from a three year stay in St. Petersburg, Russia, where she immersed herself in the cultural life of the city. Her paintings reflect the exotic quality of everyday life there, using the techniques of Renaissance Old Masters, the whimsy and freedom of American folk artists, and the unique,
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