Art Gallery

The Watson-Ewell-Currin Art Gallery features rotating exhibits of artwork created by local artists of all ages. 

This gallery was generously endowed by four generations of artists, all from the same family.

Now on Display

Yu Liu

Dr. Yu Liu (b. 1983, Kunming, China) is a watercolor artist based in Hudson, OH. She holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Urban Planning and Urban Design from Tongji University in Shanghai, China, and earned her PhD in Spatial Planning and Urban Development from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 2013.

After several years as an urban planner, designer, and researcher, Yu discovered a profound beauty in life through her artistry. For her, there is no such thing as bad weather; whether under the sun, in the rain, or amidst falling snow, each outing with her sketchbook reveals a rich tapestry of color and pattern. She perceives, she experiences, and she paints. While art may not extend the length of her life, it undoubtedly broadens its horizons.

Since relocating to the USA, Yu has immersed herself in watercolor fine art and has showcased her work in several art exhibitions. Notable exhibitions include the 23rd Annual Kaleidoscope Juried Exhibition at Summit Artspace (2026), Hudson mArt (2025), Art in the Park (Medina, 2026), Art on Green (Hudson, 2025 & 2026), Made in Ohio (2026), and more. Her artworks are also part of various national and international private collections.

Yu is the member of Whiskey Painters of America, Ohio Watercolor Society, Hudson Society of Artists, Cuyahoga Valley Art Center, and Evergreen Artists.

For more information, please email the artist at yuliuartist@gmail.com or visit her website at www.YuLiuArtist.com.

Guidelines for Art Exhibits and Displays

Art Gallery Guidelines (PDF) 

We welcome and encourage local artists and students to display their work at the library. The following guidelines shall apply:

Scheduling

The current manager of the Watson-Ewell-Currin Art Gallery maintains a list of artists who wish to exhibit at the library. Anyone wishing to display will be given consideration; however, the library will make final decisions about exhibits based on variety and balance. Displays are scheduled whenever possible at least six months in advance. Exhibitors are contacted for a specific month/months, and dates are set that are convenient for both the library and artist for hanging the displays and removing them. At least one month prior to the exhibit, the artist needs to provide a short biography, photos of each piece that will be in the show, and any optional information that will be posted with each piece (title of the piece, medium, year, etc).

Hanging Artwork in the Gallery

Artists are encouraged to hang and arrange their own artwork in the gallery, but staff will be available to assist, if possible. Artwork should be framed. Each piece should be secured on the back to allow for proper hanging. The library’s hanging rods and hooks will be used to hang the pieces on the wall. All artwork must be tastefully displayed, be family-friendly, and be able to hang on the wall.

Identifying the Artwork

The gallery manager will create wall labels with information provided by the artist. Information may contain the title of the piece, the medium, the year it was created, etc, but it may NOT include any prices or other references to selling the pieces.

Purchasing

Any work purchased must be left up until the show is over or else replaced with a suitable replacement, which must be showed to the gallery manager for approval prior to hanging. All sale arrangements must be made directly between the artist and the buyer. The library receives no commission and cannot be involved in any sales transactions.

Liability

While the library will do whatever it can to ensure the art is protected, it cannot guarantee the safety of the items. Therefore, in consideration of having the work displayed, the artist must sign a waiver releasing the library, its officers, agents, and employees from any loss, damage, or claim arising from the display of the artwork. Specifically, the undersigned assumes all risk of loss incidental to the displaying of any art and is encouraged to purchase risk insurance for the duration of the show.

Contact Us

For more information, contact Nicole Arigo, Art Gallery Coordinator