January 13 – March 22, 2026
Opening Reception:
Thursday, January 22nd 5-7pm

Bob Barnett is a painter who lives and works in New York City and Sussex County in Northwest New Jersey. From an early age, the textures that make up our environment have always held a fascination for him. His works explore those textures through the layering of encaustic wax, sumi Ink, oil pigments and natural fibers.

For the last 30+ years he has worked as a member of United Scenic Artist Local 829 as a Scenic Artist and Set Designer. His work has brought him in contact with a wide variety of artists and craftspeople from all over the world. Favorite film projects include The Ice Storm, tick, tick… BOOM! and West Side Story.

Barnett’s experiences with nature inform the Critters images. The paintings stand on their own yet are also part of a joint project combining art and theater. The accompanying play, written by his husband Eric Lane, follows a community of strong female animals navigating the joys and dangers of life in the woods. A cast of six diverse female actors includes bears, deer, an owl, a stinkpot turtle and a seductive fox. It is theatrical and avoids a literal approach.
Simplicity is key.

Pieces that have Green Titles under the image are available for purchase – click on the Green Title to purchase digitally.