Recent exhibitions, international recognition, and a new painting from
the studio.
As winter begins to give way to spring, I've been reflecting on how
much of this past season has been about light. Many of the paintings
I've been working on explore those quiet moments when light quietly
transforms an ordinary scene into something memorable.
I'm grateful to share that several of my recent works are currently
being exhibited in galleries and exhibitions both here in the Pacific
Northwest and internationally. It is always an honor to see these
paintings continue their journey beyond the studio and into new spaces
where others can experience them.
Below are a few recent highlights I'm excited to share with you.
Museum Exhibition: Butler Institute of American Art
Manhattan Morning
Manhattan Morning
I'm honored to share that my painting Manhattan Morning has been
selected for exhibition at the Butler Institute of American Art in
Youngstown, Ohio.
Founded in 1919, the Butler Institute has a long history of exhibiting
and supporting American artists. Each year the museum selects a small
group of works from the Pastel Society of America's Enduring Brilliance
exhibition to be displayed in the Butler's Flora B. Giffuni Gallery of
American Pastels.
The paintings are chosen by Director Emeritus Dr. Louis A. Zona, who
selects a limited number of works from the larger New York exhibition
for this special presentation.
The exhibition will be on view from March 8 through May 3, 2026.
Manhattan Morning is available through the Butler Institute during the
exhibition.
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Featured at Scott Milo Gallery
Lit Chick
Lit Chick
Classics
Classics
Eight of my pastel paintings are currently on view at Scott Milo
Gallery in Anacortes, Washington during the month of March.
While the subjects vary widely, from coastal evenings and quiet
interiors to florals and still life, they are all connected by the same
pursuit that drives much of my work: capturing light and the mood it
creates within a scene.
Scott Milo Gallery sits along the waterfront in downtown Anacortes and
is a wonderful destination for anyone exploring the Skagit Valley or
the San Juan Islands.
All eight paintings are available through the gallery during the
exhibition.
Purple Haze
Purple Haze
Already Delicious
Already Delicious
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Northwest Pastel Society International Exhibition
I'm also pleased to share that two of my paintings, Gathered For You
and From This Side of the Bar, have been juried into the Northwest
Pastel Society's Open International Exhibition.
In addition, From This Side of the Bar received First Honorable
Mention, judged by artist Loriann Signori.
The show is being held at Cole Gallery in Edmonds, Washington from
March 3 through March 30. The exhibition brings together pastel artists
from around the world and showcases the range and vitality of the
medium today.
Both paintings are available through Cole Gallery during the exhibition.
Gathered for You
Gathered for You
From This Side of the Bar
From This Side of the Bar
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Jackson's Art Prize 2026
Urban Rails
Urban Rails
I'm also excited to share that two of my paintings, Manhattan Morning
and Urban Rails, have been included in the Extended Longlist for the
Jackson's Art Prize in the United Kingdom.
This year's competition received 16,280 entries from artists in 110
countries around the world. From those submissions, 4,200 artworks were
selected to advance through the first round of judging.
It is an honor to have work included in this international group, and I
look forward to seeing how the competition continues to unfold.
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Latest From The Studio
What Are You Lookin' At?
What Are You Lookin' At?
My newest painting, What Are You Lookin' At?, was inspired by a moment
I captured last fall while riding the New York City subway on the F
train.
As I looked around the car, I noticed that nearly everyone was focused
on something in their hands, most often a phone. One passenger,
however, was quietly reading a book. That small contrast caught my
attention immediately.
The juxtaposition between modern devices and the simple act of reading
felt like a small reflection of how our society functions today. We
share the same physical space, yet often remain absorbed in our own
individual worlds.
As with many of my paintings, there are also a few hidden details woven
into the scene. If you look closely, you may find the names of my
family and our four cats tucked somewhere within the composition.
Thank you, as always, for following along with my work and for your
continued encouragement and support. It means more than you know.
The studio is already full of new ideas, and I look forward to sharing
more with you soon.
Warmly,
Bithia
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