April 11, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 19 ward-winning painter Carl L. Holst is known as the “painter of poetry” for his ability to capture on canvas the mood and light his subjects evoke. Whether painting a still life, landscape or portrait, this talented artist lets light be the guiding force. Throughout his career, Holst has garnered a number of prestigious awards. including the Salmagundi Club Award; a First Place Award for oil painting at the Arts Center of Northern New Jersey juried show, and a First Place Award at the Tinicum Arts Festival Association Juried Show. He has also been invited to juried shows for the Hudson Valley Art Association and the Iguazu Falls, Argentina Artists Professional League. An accomplished artist of diverse talents, Holst has painted since high school. He continued to minor in art at college and later perfected his technique under John P. Osborne at the Ridgewood Art Institute. Holst has painted throughout the United States, Europe and South America. On the Board of Directors of The Ridgewood Art Institute since 1989, Holst is a member of the American Artists Professional League located in New York City. His paintings are in many private and corporate collections, including that of a U.S. Senator. He has galleries located in New York and New Jersey. Whether your interests run to still lifes of everyday subjects, tranquil scenes, breathtaking vistas or nostalgic landmarks, it is likely the “painter of poetry” has captured your favorite image on one of his canvases. Visit his website at Painterofpoetry.com for a virtual tour of his works or call 201-306-1819 for further information. F O CUS on Midland Park Businesses Carl L. Holst: ‘Painter of Poetry’ Experience the convenience of shopping at home with Barefoot Carpet & Flooring A W elcome to Barefoot Carpet & Flooring, where quality and personalized service is just a phone call away. 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