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Earl Grenville Killeen with his painting, Over the Edge Earl Grenville Killeen is a longtime member of Shoreline Arts Alliance, the founder of SAA’s high school juried art competition and exhibition, Future Choices, and the sponsor of the event’s Founder’s Award, shared by an art teacher and a student.   Mexican Stagecoach Jack 3  (Mechanostalgia  series) 2018                           Earl remembers when art transformed his life – he

Essex, CT —  In 2026, the Essex Art Association (EAA) proudly celebrates 80 years of championing artists and enriching the Shoreline community through inclusive, inspiring exhibitions. Founded in 1946, the EAA has grown into a vibrant cultural hub, welcoming generations of artists and visitors to its historic gallery at 10 North Main Street in Essex. The milestone anniversary will be marked throughout the 2026 exhibition season, which begins in April and continues through the

“A company whose artists are passionate about creating work which manifests love and healing into the world”… “A company that attracts dancers and choreographers who want to explore how their art can be used to advocate inclusion for those pushed to the margins of society”… “A company committed to providing affordable, small and intimate performances which create safe spaces to hold meaningful discussions with our audiences” – These are just some of the phrases that sum up th