Paris Academy for the Arts is proud to announce the show opening reception for nationally known artist Prescott Smith. The date at the opening is February 18th from 2 to 4 PM.

Originally from New Orleans Louisiana, a professional artist for over 50 years, Prescott Smith was a modern art sculptor and painter with a national reputation. He trained with John McCrady and sculptor Ted Egri.

Smith’s work Is primarily made from stainless steel featuring faces, sometimes sculpted in clay. Paintings are very reminiscent of Joan Miro, the work is brightly colored, featuring many unique and abstract figures.

Prescott’s works are owned and have been featured in many national modern art museums Including; centennial arts Center, Nashville, TN, The Alice Bingham Art Gallery, Memphis Tennessee, Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art ,Jacksonville, Florida, Actors Repertory Theater, Garden of Arts, Bellingham, Washington, San Jose, California, Sculpture International, Palo Alto, California, Ambience Fine Art Gallery, Nashville, Tennessee and many others.

The show will be up in the Paris Academy for the arts gallery until April 27.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for a fun open house where you can learn all about who we are, what we offer, meet the teachers and even have some free mini classes and demonstrations! Classes include painting, pottery, weaving, sewing, yoga, dance and more! February 3rd at 1pm. This is a FREE event so bring your friends and the whole family!!

TIS THE SEASON

The countdown is officially on for the Paris Academy for the Arts Holiday Bazaar! We have so many amazing treats in store for you that you will not want to miss it. So grab a friend (or two) and get ready for an amazing day of shopping & supporting PAA. Also, don’t forget to stop by our Lunchroom for soups, sandwiches and baked goods courtesy of our Board Members!