Local artist Anne Marie Propst painted this gouache version of the old historic courthouse from a photo she shot atop the parking deck across the street. “The old courthouse is one of my favorite subjects,” said Propst. “It is a beautiful building full of history and classic colors. I have painted it in watercolor, gouache, acrylic and oils in the past.”
The Cabarrus Arts Council thrives in one of Cabarrus County's most recognized buildings - the old historic courthouse. Built in 1876 favoring a combination of Greek Revival, Italianate and Second Empire styles, the structure is a work of art in and of itself, so it's no wonder it's become a favorite among creatives of all mediums. From plein air artists on the front lawn to culinary ones capturing its likeness in cheese, we've admired them all. But we would love to see more.
“The Old Courthouse” was painted by 16-year-old G. Houston Smith Jr. and judged to be the Best Oil Painting in the Nation during the 1978 Boys' Clubs of America-Epstein Memorial Foundation Fine Arts Exhibition. The painting is displayed in the atrium outside the Davis Theatre entrance.
Have you painted, sculpted or even crocheted the old historic courthouse? We'd love to see it. Show us by sending it to elisabeth@cabarrusartscouncil.org. Include the artist, if you know them, and any other details you might have about the work. We'll post them on social media.
The Cabarrus Arts Council contributes the Arts & Entertainment column, which highlights the arts in Cabarrus County, to the Independent Tribune each Wednesday. Use the contact information provided to confirm the details of events. If you would like your arts information to be considered for inclusion, email Elisabeth Thornton at elisabeth@cabarrusartscouncil.org
Local artist Anne Marie Propst painted this gouache version of the old historic courthouse from a photo she shot atop the parking deck across the street. “The old courthouse is one of my favorite subjects,” said Propst. “It is a beautiful building full of history and classic colors. I have painted it in watercolor, gouache, acrylic and oils in the past.”
“The Old Courthouse” was painted by 16-year-old G. Houston Smith Jr. and judged to be the Best Oil Painting in the Nation during the 1978 Boys' Clubs of America-Epstein Memorial Foundation Fine Arts Exhibition. The painting is displayed in the atrium outside the Davis Theatre entrance.
Have you painted, sculpted or even crocheted the old historic courthouse? We'd love to see it. Show us by sending it to elisabeth@cabarrusartscouncil.org. Include the artist, if you know them, and any other details you might have about the work. We'll post them on social media.
