McKinney, Texas -- For several years now artist Waleed Arshad has become preoccupied with the indulgent pastimes that seem to court, compete for and consume our waking moments. In a land of excess examples from Facebook to fitness regimes to alcohol consumption seem to emerge at every turn. Laura Moore Fine Art Studios presents "The Vortex Between Light and Dark" an exhibition that grapples with the moment where a habit moves from moderation to obsession. Arshad's energetic and vivacious medium to large-scale oil on canvas works project a cheeriness that belies an undercurrent of a darker nature.

In coordination with the City of McKinney's Arts in Bloom event, Laura Moore Fine Art Studios is presenting a full day and night of fine art. The day will begin with a large outdoor gallery on South Tennessee featuring over a dozen artists showcasing various mediums with pottery wheel demonstrations and fine art exhibits.

Arts in Bloom will run citywide on Saturday, April 13th from 10am to 6pm. As nighttime approaches plan to meet Arshad for opening night of "The Vortex Between Light and Dark" from 7pm-10pm. Through May 4th at Laura Moore Fine Art Studios, 107 S. Tennessee in McKinney, Texas. Gallery Hours: Thu-Sat 11am-5pm, 2nd Saturday 11am-10pm, or by appointment. Free admission. 214.914.3630. www.lauramooreart.com