Local Artist Debuts 'Goddess' Art at Elf Parlor
 'Flora,' Roman goddess of flowers and spring |
Inspired by the title of Merlin Stone's book "When God Was a Woman," the series of two-dimensional plaster-cast masks features a collection of colorful goddesses and prominent female mythological figures from ancient times, ranging from Sedna the Inuit goddess of the Arctic, to Medusa, the serpent-headed beauty who turned men to stone when they gazed upon her.
"The goddesses of ancient religions and cultures were some of the most powerful and influential characters that have ever existed," Huberdeau said. "They represent some of the most powerful human emotions — passion, anger, lust, jealously and most importantly undying love. This show is a step away from my traditional acrylic and watercolor paintings. This is the first time this collection will be seen."
Huberdeau, the senior reporter at the Transcript, currently has a collection of watercolor paintings, "Dreamscapes," on display at the Cup & Saucer on Main Street. She recently was honored by the state Department of Conservation and Recreation for her commissioned work on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail in Lanesborough.
"When God Was (Also) a Woman" runs through Monday, Jan. 10. For more information, call the Elf Parlor at
413-664-7303.
