Cuba Circulating Library Art Gallery

In 2007, art gallery space was added to the Community Room of the Cuba Circulating Library.  This was made possible by gifts from Jim and Delores Cross, and from Dean Behman in honor of his grandchildren, Jack and Claire Benham.  This space is used to highlight the works of local artists.

 

                                              

     There are over 50 framed and matted watercolors by Olean resident Kathy Bess hanging in the Art Gallery at the Cuba Library.  Bess has enjoyed painting since she was a young girl in Wyoming County.  She was encouraged by her high school art teacher, and minored in art in college, working in oils.  When raising young children she switched to watercolors for their lightness and ease of clean up.
     Kathy taught at the Cuba Rushford Elementary School from 1987 through 2004.  She has enjoyed painting peaceful scenes from her home, gardens and various vacation areas.  She calls her painting a "very relaxing and pleasing pastime."  Her work is presently for sale at the Enchanted Mountain Quilting Shop in Olean.
     Kathy's pictures can be viewed during regular library hours and will be on display through Fall.