The fragrance of new blossoms and spring rain, the sound of birdsong and bees, the glow of the sun, and the brilliant blue of the sky all stimulate our senses. And April’s show at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, titled “The Feast for the Senses – Spring Is Here,” brings spring to life with paintings, photographs and three-dimensional art by its more than 50 artist members. The show will run from April 5-29. An opening reception, free and open to the public, will take place from 5-8 on Friday, April 7, and will feature hors d’oeuvres as well as wine provided by Perks and Corks of Westerly.

The April show will feature the works of Artist members Kristie Foss and Serena Bates.

Kristie Foss works with polymer, a medium that appeals to her love of color and all things floral, creating items that reflect both what she sees and can imagine. She creates jewelry adding inks, powders and color agents to her clay to create layers of color. This month she has tried two new surface applications on the clay. One technique, “Faded Applications,” uses mica powders and acrylics, the other uses liquid watercolors. Her work reflecting the show’s theme of spring’s new life and vibrancy will be on display.

Serena Bates is a sculpture artist who works in clay, bronze and stone. Her sculptures bring stories to life, incorporating a mixture of ideas and visions from people and the environment around her. Her passion is sculpting portraits, busts and full figures, both serious and whimsical; and all sorts of creatures and animals, both domestic and marine. She trusts her observations, intuition and connection to the stories of the people and animals that she portrays. Bates exhibits in many national galleries and has won numerous awards for her sculptures. Her work depicting spring and all its fascinations will be on display during the month of April.

Hours are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call (401) 596-2221, or visit the Gallery’s website at www.westerlyarts.com.