The art of Michele Jones is now on display at the Oak Bluffs Library Meeting Room. The subject of her work is Martha’s Vineyard; however it is by no means parochial. Her use of color, in particular, gives each painting a universal quality, almost as if she has found a way to render emotions on canvas.

For example, her painting of the Islander is at turns both nostalgic and eerily dangerous. The red of the sky, depicting a sunset no doubt, is so visceral it evokes an end perhaps more profound than just the final curtain call for yet another summer day. Another painting done of striker Bill Chaprales tagging a basking shark for Greg Skomal conjures up not just emotion but also motion as the boat skims the surface of the water. Mr. Chaprales is poised at the bow while below him swims a large creature of the sea, its length and luminosity, again thanks to the unique use of color, giving it a decidedly regal bearing.

The show will last for six weeks and also includes Ms. Jones’ pen and ink drawings.

For more information, call the library at 508-693-9433.