Gateway Gallery Display

Things become such a habit after a while, that I forget to talk about all the things I get to do as an artist. This month I hanged some of my new paintings on my wall at Gateway for our reception that we had in February and I also get to hang even more work on the plum wall near the window. Gateway Gallery is in a great location; on Forsyth between Maryland and Meramec right in the heart of Clayton.  

My work on the plum wall at Gateway.

I love getting to be a part of Gateway Gallery because it is comprised of such a talented group of artists who take their art careers very seriously but are still lots of fun to work with.

My wall in March at Gateway Gallery

Our next reception is going to be April 15th from 6-9pm.

 

The Light Comes Through

Light Comes Through is all about light, physical and otherwise. I love to take an abstract painting and give it a light source.Then I give the light some obstacles to work around. This idea of how light makes it's way through if at all possible is so interesting to me. Inevitably, the light does what it is supposed to; nourish whatever needs to be nourished. What an amazing thing...and it happens naturally.

I'd like to think that is how good things come into our lives. Good things don't always happen when we need them to, but they do happen, even when we think it impossible. Just like it isn't always sunny, but when it is, the sunlight gets to where it needs to go.

Light Comes Through is my first official painting of 2010. I created part of it in Wood Icing during a live painting event we were holding in conjunction with a Chesterfield Arts opening. Painting live is not my favorite thing to do, because I get so nervous, but I think it turned out pretty nice. It is hanging in the window at the Gateway Gallery in Clayton with about 11 other paintings of mine right now until April 3. We will be holding a reception where we are unveiling the Meeting of the Minds piece tomorrow night Feb. 26, 2010 from 6-9.
Light Comes Through
48"x24"
SOLD

Exciting New Adventure

In January I was invited to be a partner at the Gateway Gallery in Clayton, MO. I was really glad to be invited because I didn't really want to leave when my guest artist exhibition ended. Things just felt right at the gallery. The Gateway Gallery is an artist run gallery and I really like all the partners, not to mention the business potential. I am really optimistic about this new adventure. Where else can I get my own little spot of real estate in the heart of Clayton? So for now, this is my newest endeavor and tonight marks my first reception at the gallery as a new partner. We will be welcoming guests to come view our artwork from 6-9 this evening. We are located at 7921 Forsyth Blvd. in Clayton, MO 63105. There is also valet parking available, which is awesome, and it only cost $4. You can't beat that with a stick! I think I might bring my new necklaces to the gallery if you would like to come see them.

These are some of my newest little pendants I have made. I have really been struggling with the pictures for Etsy, but I have shot and re-shot them. They are really so cute in person.

I have had people asking me if I am making jewelry now. No, I just got distracted. They are just so fun and cool and I love to wear them and once again they satisfy my need to make something little. Truth be told, my studio was a wreck and freezing cold and I just didn't want to be in it lately. That has all changed now......I think I will save that for another entry though.

Trees! More Trees!

Remember those trees I keep talking about? Well I am finally finished with three. I named them Warm Solitude, Hello Winter, and Ghostly Tree. I have posted them on Etsy for $28 right now. They have kind of been my night time project. It's that working with something little thing. It's been very enjoyable for me. I hope to make more soon.

I also want to thank everyone who came to the Gateway Gallery on Friday night. It turned out to be a great success. There was a great turn out and Ben and I enjoyed our date "date night". If you didn't get a chance to stop by, my work will be there until January 3, 2009 minus the ones that have sold!

The Gateway Gallery

On Sunday I went to Clayton to hang 21 paintings in the Gateway Gallery. I had a bad attitude for some reason before I went but it turned out to be really nice. The other artists there are just lovely people and I think my space turned out great. They even gave me a fancy smancy name sign! This Friday, November 21, 2008 there is an artist reception from 6-9. I made two new paintings for the show and I have some fairly new paintings that not too many St. Louisans have seen so I am looking forward to it. I am hoping to make some sales so I can avoid substitute teaching for a bit longer!

I decided to add my Little Gems to my holiday sale on etsy. They are now $28 a piece and $25 each if you buy multiples. If the one you want isn't on sale yet, please e-mail me and I will change it for you. I can't wait to show you my little trees, but it is taking me a while to get them finished. Too many irons in the fire!