Elaine Clayman: Artist of the Month at Arts & Central

Elaine Clayman is a painter based in Sarasota, Florida, with a long-standing exhibition history in New York City. Working primarily in oil, her figurative and narrative paintings are meant to remain in memory long after the viewer has stepped away from the canvas. Through this, Clayman reveals the invisible cord that connects us all, exploring what it means to be human. Born and raised in New York City, Clayman began her formal studies at the City University of New York, where she was mentored by celebrated Harlem Renaissance artist Charles Alston.Today, Clayman continues to build her artistic legacy from South Florida. Her work is currently available at Andrew Ford Fine Art Gallery, a highly respected gallery in Sarasota, and she is co-author of the book “Art Speaks Poetry / Poetry Speaks Art.”

See some of Elaine’;s artwork on display of the menus at Arts &; Central this month while you dine. And on October 25, stop by for an artist reception at 3pm to meet Elaine and the restaurant’;s featured poets as well.