What the Critics are Saying:
"I particularly liked... Rick Fleury's calm Cape beaches."
(Review of Copley Society's Holiday Small Works, 2008)
Matthew Reed Baker
Boston Magazine
December, 2008
"Rick Fleury's show, which opened Memorial Day Weekend, was a resounding success,
with over 25 of his paintings sold. It comes as no surprise -- Fleury had been a featured artist
in American Art Collector."
Joshua Rose
American Art Collector
August, 2008
"stunning."
Rob Conery
Cape Cod Life
May, 2008
"Fleury’s connection with his landscapes comes to life...
a visceral connection that can halt the mind..."
(Review of Copley Society Solo Exhibition, 29 Newbury)
George Gerard
Artscope Magazine, Boston
March/April 2008
"Stop and savor these standout pieces... Rick Fleury's 'After the Harvest' --
A decidedly different take on the show's theme, showcasing the Cape's farming history..."
(Review of "A Feast for the Eyes," The Cahoon Museum of American Art)
The Cape Cod Times
March 7, 2008
"Rick's sense of placement for the viewer is remarkable...
He has the sense and ability to show us the greatness of Cape Cod."
Michael Giaquinto, Curator,
Cape Cod Museum of Art
American Art Collector
December, 2007
"Cape Cod minimalism"
(Artist Solo Feature)
Joshua Rose
American Art Collector
December, 2007
"Fleury Finds Completeness in Simplicity:
...such is the nature of nature, a continuous evolution that this artist strives to portray, unfettered by man, untouched by progress."
(Artist Solo Feature)
Melora North
The Provincetown Banner
December, 2007
"A spiritual experience"
("First Look" Feature)
American Art Collector
October, 2007
"Autumn's Gift is a stark, minimal view of the coastline that focuses on the atmospheric conditions that fall brings to the Cape each year..."
(Autumnal Colors Show Preview)
American Art Collector
October, 2007
"Looking
at the play of colors and clouds in a Fleury landscape is as refreshing as being
outside
on a brisk autumn day or as invigorating as watching the clouds roll in just
before a storm.
Fleury pares down to the essential elements to create refreshingly meditative
compositions,
every work a breath of fresh air."
(Review of Two-Man Exhibition, Addison Art Gallery)
Sarah Fagan
Artscope Magazine, Boston
August/September, 2007
"...an emerging artist moving at rocket speed."
Stephanie Foster
The Cape Codder
June, 2007
"On the threshold of prominence..."
(Review of Solo Exhibition, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Dennis)
Britt Beedenbender
Artscope Magazine, Boston
May-June, 2006
"Fleury's works speak of intent, deliberateness, confidence and honesty... There is nothing quaint or charming about Fleury's work. His paintings are serious forays into the discovery of the landscape and the artist's physical and spiritual understanding of it after months and years of dedicated study."
(Review of Solo Exhibition, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Dennis)
Britt Beedenbender
The Barnstable Patriot
June, 2006
"TRIFECTA OF CONTENT: "Faith, Hope & Happiness" is the featured work of Rick Fleury's "Coastal Views" exhibit through June 25 at the Cape Cod Museum of Art..." -- Best Bets
(Solo Exhibition, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Dennis)
The Cape Cod Times
May, 2006
"'HELL HATH NO FLEURY' Rick Fleury brings his spiritual journey of coastal views to Cape Cod Museum of Art, now through June 25. Born and raised in Massachusetts..." -- Shout Out!
(Solo Exhibition, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Dennis)
The Cape Cod Voice
June, 2006
"Fleury's work is becoming highly collectible. After years of preparation, he is ready to make something special happen."
The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod
June, 2006
"Working with oil paints on primarily large canvases, the artist subtly blends colors from the land to the horizon,
minimizing division and creating a sense of unity and serenity."
(Solo Exhibition, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Dennis)
The Cape Cod Museum of Art
June, 2006
"His latest solo work reflects his desire to capture the Outer Cape on canvas."
(Review of Solo Exhibition, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Dennis)
Melora North
The Provincetown Banner
May, 2006
"On the threshold of major accomplishment."
(Review of Solo Exhibition, Office/Gallery of Dr. James McDermott, Copley Square, Boston)
Jules Becker
South End News, Boston
May, 2004