Joseph Reilly gave a demonstration of portrait painting at our meeting on Thursday August 25 at Wainright House Museum, 48 Main Street, Farmingdale NJ.

Mr. Reilly painted an acrylic portrait while explaining his process of sketching and painting. He took questions from the audience, shared photographs of his other paintings and discussed his theater and teaching experiences. It was a wonderful meeting, enjoyed by all.

Joseph H. Reilly was the Art Instructor at Freehold Borough High School from 1959 – 2004.  In addition, he was the Director of Drama, including set and costume design.

Joe was also the Costume and Set Designer for Brookdale Community College; Gateway Playhouse at Ocean County College; the Theater Barn at Thompson Park; and the Theatre Arts Guild, Theatre 8.  In 2008, he received the Count Basie Lifetime Achievement Award.

Joseph Reilly is  a graduate of Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.  His work has been exhibited widely, and he is currently a regular exhibitor at the Freehold Art Gallery.