The works of Jim Boughton
presented at the Birch Ridge Inn
March 31, 2006, 6:00 PM

The works of Jim Boughton
presented at the Birch Ridge Inn
March 31, 2006, 6:00 PM

The Birch Ridge Inn and the Killington Arts Guild are hosting an evening with Jim Boughton, a local artist, on Friday, March 31st. Jim has been with the Chaffee Center for the Visual Arts in Rutland, Vermont for the past four years and currently serves as its Executive Director. Jim has been a professional artist for years doing illustration work and commissioned pieces. Jim works in a variety of mediums but specializes in pastels; his subject matter consists of creative portraits, nature scenes and surreal subjects.

Jim was very involved in Brandon's last two community fundraisers; the painted birdhouses and last year's "Brandon Rocks". Many artists from the area painted Rocking Chairs for the Brandon event. Jim's rocking chair, which went for $1,200. at the final auction, will be on display at the "Meet the Artist night" at the Birch Ridge Inn.

Jim also is involved in Rutland's current community-wide event "All Aboard Rutland". This is an event that will take place this summer in the area and features trains painted by local artists to celebrate Rutland's railroad history. This summer over fifty wooden trains decorated by local artists will be on display throughout Rutland. Come and see Jim's "Peace Train" before they are presented to the public.

As well as a fine artist, Jim is a graphic designer and has a degree in computer programming and web development from Montclair State University. He has taught computer classes for the last three years at the Chaffee Art Center.

The public is invited to attend this presentation in the lounge area of the Birch Ridge Inn, where along with actual displays of his work, Jim will share his penchant for and devotion to representation in various mediums. From 6:00 to 8:00 PM coffee and little nibbles will be available as well as a cash bar. Following the presentation, persons wishing to join us for dinner can make reservations by calling the Birch Ridge Inn at 422-4293. Persons wishing further information regarding the presentation may call Sally Curtis at 422-3852.