Wilton Art Works Gallery presents an Art Talk with Guest Artist Allen Finkel

Thursday, July 16th from 6:00 – 7:00pm art lovers and collectors are cordially invited to experience an Art Talk at Wilton Art Works Gallery in Wilton Manors with Guest Artist Allen Finkel. The artist‘s featured exhibition “Presence Past” on view July 5 through July 18, 2026.

From the time that Allen Finkel created his first clay head at age eight for a Cub Scout puppet project, he has been in love with working with clay. This passion led him to study painting and sculpture in college, where he earned his BFA. After graduating, he quickly learned that making a living as an artist was not a viable option, so he followed his other passion – being a psychotherapist. Being a therapist for more than thirty years has informed Allen’s work. He strives to portray the way that life’s joyful and painful experiences affect facial features and expressions. Allen uses his work a way to connect to his emotions, and he hopes that it will have the same effect others.

Recommitting to the vibrant programming that first brought acclaim, Wilton Art Works will feature an outstanding rotation of Guest Artists every two weeks on its dedicated Guest Artist Wall. Each featured artist will be celebrated with an Opening Reception every other Thursday along with artist talks and live demonstrations, creating engaging opportunities for collectors, creatives, and the community to connect directly with working artists. Check the gallery’s website www.wiltonartworks.com for dates and times.