MISSION STATEMENT
SummRStar Gallery seeks to promote and showcase a rich variety of local and emerging talent, as well as offer select art from well-known national and international artists working in representational styles (including painting, drawing, sculpture, and photography). Through online marketing and group exhibitions, our goal is to offer a rewarding experience for art enthusiasts and to place the works of our artists in a wide range of private collections. We also strive to promote the visual arts within the community by supporting local art institutions. BIOGRAPHY OF OWNER, BETH ROSSIER
I was interested in art from a young age. I was born and raised in Japan and had opportunities throughout my life to visit many countries; I was, therefore, exposed to art from many different cultures. I studied art and art history in both high school and college. My father was a missionary and pastor, but he was also an artist. He worked in various mediums—3D multi-media, photography, and metal sculpture. His real passion was woodworking and finished carpentry. Our home was filled with intricately designed desks, tables, lamps, vases, and other items he crafted from unique woods accumulated from all over the world. This was an art he pursued throughout his lifetime. I worked in the mortgage banking industry for 40 years but always held a deep appreciation for art, collecting works from various artists and different countries. Whenever possible, I would visit galleries, museums, art fairs, and exhibitions. Upon retirement, I once again pursued my artistic interests, taking classes and working in a variety of mediums. I always had the desire in the back of my mind to own a small art gallery one day. There are so many talented artists just within our community, and a gallery would allow me to promote and showcase their amazing works of art, as well as offer a few pieces of my own. Now, living in an environment where I can view and enjoy art around me every day, and share that art with other artists, collectors, visitors, and the local community, is an honor and a dream come true.
