The first time MaryLee Pratt — known to her friends as “Bitsy” — understood art as a way to express ideas and narratives, was in front of the Mexican muralists in Mexico City.
That early exposure opened her eyes to other artists: Fernando Botero and John Singer Sargeant, and recently Andy Evansen, Mary Whyte and Edward Tucker, most of whom are watercolorists.
During her 45-year career as a physical therapist, researcher and educator, community art classes nourished her interest in art.
She’s now been an avid painter for more than 30 years, drawing and painting in watercolors. She now enjoys retirement and painting, friends and lazy days with her husband. Pratt wants to thank her art community, teachers, supporters and collectors.
Pratt’s artwork is now on display in Boerne banks along Main Street, and at The Center at Kronkosky during the month of September.
TIME TO ROAD TRIP
• Fall Gallery Showcase InSight Gallery announces the 15th annual Fall Gallery Showcase 2025. Join the Gallery Friday, Sept. 5, from 5-7 p.m. for the opening reception at Insight, 214 West Main St. in Fredericksburg.
This signature exhibition features more than 125 new works by 60 nationally recognized gallery artists, each offering a fresh perspective on traditional, representational art.
For details call 830-9979920 or send an e-mail inquiry to [email protected].
• Helotes Arts, Crafts Fair
The MarketPlace at Old Town Helotes is sponsoring an arts and crafts fair Sept. 6 that takes place in the heart of the city of Helotes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 14392 Riggs Road, Helotes. Visitors will enjoy unique Hill Country Shopping as local craftsmen share their treasures from across South Texas.
For information refer to https://www.helotesmarketplace.
com. While visiting Old Town be sure to drop in to visit the friendly and talented artists of Helotes Gallery. The artists of Helotes Gallery provide a friendly atmosphere and beautiful unique art to enjoy, at 14391 Old Bandera Road, Helotes.
For details call 210-3709204 or send an e-mail inquiry to info@helotesgallery.
com.
“ Wyoming Fall,” a 9-by-12-inch watercolor by Marylee “Bitsy” Pratt.
Courtesy photo.
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