“Oh What a Relief It Is!”

"Oak Border Picasso," carving mixed media by HAC member Peter Langenbach on view on the second floor of the Hayward Public Library Galleries, 888 C Street on the second floor until September 17. 

Peter and Maureen Langenbach have long been a part of the local art scene.  Now, in collaboration with Bruce Roberts, they are exhibiting their art at the community-oriented Hayward Public Library Galleries.

Maureen, long known for her wonderful watercolors, has now switched to creative installations.   Her “More Than a Carving,” seems an interesting arrangement of an elephant picture, and tusks, but in the center is a target, refocusing the piece on an endangered species in need of saving.

Pete’s “Oak Border Picasso” is a perfect recreation of the famed artist’s colorful yet distorted faces.   His “In Perfect Harmony” seems like a Coca-Cola ad, reinforced musically by the title.  Singing may break out in the gallery from those who remember the song.

Also displayed is an array of busts, with what seem to be removable rooftops.  Lift up each roof and find a poem attached, full of humor and irony, courtesy of Bruce, Hayward’s Poet Laureate. 

This collage of talent will be displayed on the second and third floors of the Hayward Public Library until September 17.   Show up on Saturday, August 20, from 2 to 4 pm for a reception and meet the artists!

“Oh What a Relief It Is” exhibition is co-sponsored by Hayward Arts Council and Hayward Public Library. Hayward Arts Council stimulates community interest in the arts and encourages the participation of artists in all media.

Bruce Roberts is Hayward Arts Council Board Vice President and Hayward Poet Laureate. Visit https://www.haywardartscouncil.org/ for more exhibitions and programs.