As far as it can be imagined, art has the remarkable ability to transport you into the extraordinary. If you ask it to, it will take you there. Beyond the boundaries of any conceivable limit, the creative spirit finds a way to express itself, even in the most profound silences. We invite you to join us in celebration as Haven Gallery unveils an exciting new collection of exhibitions. This new lineup features the captivating work of Howard Lyon, “Garden of the Gods”, Richard Ahnert, “Idle Times”, Sean Mahan, “The Thin Thread” – alongside their Lewis Carroll II group show.
From intricate narratives and contemplative vulnerabilities to mythological moments of stillness and unexpected symbolism, each piece echoes the whimsical and even gives you a glimpse of the surreal essence of Carroll’s timeless tales.
Howard Lyon, Richard Ahnert, Sean Mahan
Lewis Carroll II Group Exhibition
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 6-8pm
Exhibition Dates: September 20th – October 19th, 2025
Haven Gallery
155 Main St., | The Carriage House Square | Northport, NY 11768
Haven Gallery West
90 Main St., | Northport, NY 11768 | (631) 757-0500
To inquire, please contact Erica via email info@havengallery.com
Howard Lyon, Garden of the Gods
Haven Gallery is pleased to present a collection of new paintings from Utah based artist Howard Lyon for his second solo show, “Garden of the Gods” opening at Haven Gallery.
Artist Statement
This exhibit of paintings represents a lifelong interest in mythologies and beauty. My goal, through the paintings, is to describe or capture a moment of what it means to be human and experience this world, which was often the purpose of a myth.
We witness curiosity, sorrow, creation, love, and the hope of a glimpse of the divine in these works. I view mythologies like a garden for philosophy and human expression. Writers like Ovid attempted to add poetry to the mysteries and magic of the natural world, giving explanations for the phenomena around us through story. The seeds of those stories and ideas have grown over time and become embedded in the fabric of Western culture.
Let your mind fill with magical explanations next time you see a flower bloom or clouds form in the sky. Imagine the forces behind the movements of the stars and planets being dependent upon the whims of forces beyond our comprehension. That spark of mystery, based solely on imagination and observation, is fertile ground to grow your own divine garden.
My hope is to do the same through these works, and I will be adding to them for the rest of my life.
About Howard Lyon
Howard Lyon is an artist that was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. He is the youngest of five children. Howard had very supportive parents, who even when he was very young, made sure he had the materials and education to hone his talents. While attending high school Howard met his wife, Shari Lunt. They now have three children and reside in Utah.
Howard began his career studying illustration at Brigham Young University working with artists such as Robert Barrett, Don Seegmiller, Richard Hull and Ralph Barksdale. Over the past 20 years he has worked in the video game industry as an Art Director, concept artist and freelance illustrator. For much of his career he has painted dragons and trolls or scenes from science fiction. His work can be found in products from Dungeons and Dragons books, World of Warcraft cards, Magic: the Gathering and Star Wars. He also writes for the Fantasy Art blog Muddy Colors and has recently been doing work for Brandon Sanderson’s books including Mistborn, Warbreaker, The Stormlight Archive, and the covers for Dreamer and Snapshot.
Sean Mahan, Through a Quiet Field
Haven Gallery is pleased to present a collection of new paintings from Florida based artist Sean Mahan for his fourth solo show, “Through a Quiet Field” opening at Haven Gallery.
Artist Statement
When the world around us settles down and our environment becomes still and quiet, it’s possible to notice the subtle and the delicate. Small details that have been crowded out by all of the noise become available to us. When the dense and clouded atmosphere settles, possibilities can emerge.
The paintings in “Through a Quiet Field” depict translucent color fields and receptive imagery to suggest the beauty that can be uncovered in moments of clarity.
Richard Ahnert, Idle Times
Haven Gallery is pleased to present a collection of new paintings from Canada based artist Richard Ahnert for his first solo show, “Idle Times” opening at Haven Gallery.
Artist Statement
Idle Times is a nostalgic ode to the hazy in-between. This collection reflects on periods of life that felt unstructured and unhurried, when youth stretched wide and responsibility was not yet fixed. The works recall soft edges, faded tones, and moments that dissolve as quickly as they form. Rather than milestones, these pieces focus on pauses— seemingly endless afternoons and nights, and the weight of simply being idle.
Idle Times invites viewers to consider the value of stillness, the overlooked spaces between events, and how important idleness is to help us move through time.
Lewis Carroll II Group Show
Haven Gallery is pleased to present “Lewis Carroll II”, a group exhibition inviting artists to look to the writings of Lewis Carroll for inspiration in all visual and thematic elements. Creative homages to the environments, characters, costumes and/or narratives will be explored and reinterpreted in the artists own style.
Exhibiting Artists
Takuya Mitani, Dewi Plass, Katie Gamb, Kari Christensen, Bea Bastet, Valerie Savarie, Jeremy Hush, Pony Ma, Eva Boneva, Phoenix Chan, Valery Vecu Quitard, Gina Matarazzo, Kseniia Boko, Cantik Bear, Ignis Garcia, Tomoko Miyanagi, Takahiro Imai Shingo, Theresa Felice, Cassandra Kim, Laura Colors, Laverinne, Lara Dann, Sophie Wilkins, Yuriko Shirou.
