Lawrence Fine Art announced today that it will participate in two of the summer's prime art fairs, Art Hamptons, July 10-14; and Art Southampton, July 24-28th.

"We are truly honored and excited to participate in both these premier shows," said Gallery Director Howard Shapiro.  "With the opening of the new Parrish Museum and the growth of both shows, the Hamptons have become a true arts destination."

Shapiro said that the gallery planned two varied installations for the shows centered on the gallery's summer exhibitions.  "Although the Hamptons are small geographically, during the summer season, people  do not tend to travel far, so the shows attract very different audiences.  We plan to take that into account.  One thing is consistent across both shows--a desire on the part of collectors for high quality work," said Shapiro.

The gallery will feature, among others, works by Marjorie Strider, Arthur Pinajian, LA Roc, Vicki DaSilva, Crash One, Mikel Glass, Judy Mauer and Tony Chimento, all of whom will have exhibitions this summer or have been subject of exhibitions at the gallery. LA ROC will conduct an artist "meet-and-greet" at Art Hamptons on Friday, July 11th at approximately 1:30 PM. 

"These shows are a relaxed way to take in good, serious art on a beautiful summer's day," said Shapiro.  "We've made good friends and acquired serious clients."

Art Hamptons will take place July 10-14 at the Sculpture Fields at Nova's Ark, Bridgehampton.  Art Southampton will take place at the Art Southampton Pavilion, Southampon Elks Lodge, July 24-28th.