Works pictured above by previous Artists of the Month, from top left to bottom right: Sally Gruber, Naomi Czupryna, Phil Dutra, and Nahid Reed.
Artist of the Month at CPL
As a center of community life, the Centerville Public Library encourages and supports civic, intellectual and cultural pursuits. The library invites local artists to display their work in the library front lobby for a one month showing.
Every month, patrons can visit the lobby in the front of the lobby and view a local artist’s exhibit. Some artists will have select pieces or prints available for purchase, and a portion of proceeds benefit the library.
Support CPL and local artists through this ongoing program!
Current Artist: Amanda Lee Art Studio
November 2025
Amanda’s subjects include all animals, but primarily birds, with chickens being her favorite.
Her mediums include watercolors and gouache, but she also likes to add pastels and colored pencils into the mix.
Amanda’s art will be on display in the front lobby, with select pieces available for purchase. A portion of sales benefit the library.
Artist’s Statement:
Hi, I’m Amanda B.!
My subjects include all animals, primarily birds though (with chickens being my favorite). Having 8 of them is wonderful inspiration, and seeing their little quirks helps me come up with fun stories about them. I also plan on releasing a few children’s books on my chooks in the future. I tend to hyperfocus on my chickens due to my diagnosis of ASD and ADHD. They’re my muse haha!
My main mediums are watercolor and gouache, but I like to add pastel and colored pencils to the mix. I also work with embroidery from time to time. I hope you enjoy your visit and thank you so much for stopping by!
Oh! I am also available for pet portrait commissions! Feel free to email me at: amandaleeartstudio@yahoo.com anytime!
How do I become an Artist of the Month?
If you are interested in being an Artist of the Month at CPL, please fill out this form:
A staff member will review the information and contact you if there is an opening.
Filling out the form DOES NOT indicate your submission is accepted.
Artists must agree to the following:
- Artists wishing to sell their work in the library agree to donate 30% of their sales to the library.
- The artist must agree that the library will not be held responsible for any loss or damage to the artwork and releases the library, its staff, and its trustees from all demands, suits, damages and liabilities which may arise out of items on exhibit, at any time hereafter. The artist also understands that the library will not hold any fire, theft or damage insurance on the items.
For further questions, please contact us at (508) 790-6220 or email centervillelibrary@yahoo.com.