The quaint exterior belies what lies within: a fine collection of contemporary works...including a CAT!
Showing posts with label gallery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gallery. Show all posts
Friday, October 23, 2020
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
James Joseph Roderick & Our Lady of Guadalupe
Up -- on the walls -- through the end of the year, in Ajo, Arizona, is a show by James Roderick.
On Our Lady of Guadalupe day (not MY Lady of Guadalupe!), Suzan and I were touring The Plaza when we found James' work. It's in the lobby area at the entrance to Art Under the Arches gallery caty-corner of the Visitors' Center/Chamber of Commerce.
Roderick's rich colors vividly capture the pathos that surrounds this iconic figure. But it's his unique take on the gal that makes the work interesting: Our Lady astride a Harley; warming her hands at a campfire; contemplating her likeness on candles.
He also has a coloring book.
Roderick has had a long-term interest in goddesses and has painted images from Buddhist and Hindu mythologies as well.
James' contact info:
phone: 505-982-1183
email: roderickartworks@gmail.com
Website: james-roderick.fineartamerica.com (both upper and lowecase work)
On Our Lady of Guadalupe day (not MY Lady of Guadalupe!), Suzan and I were touring The Plaza when we found James' work. It's in the lobby area at the entrance to Art Under the Arches gallery caty-corner of the Visitors' Center/Chamber of Commerce.
Roderick's rich colors vividly capture the pathos that surrounds this iconic figure. But it's his unique take on the gal that makes the work interesting: Our Lady astride a Harley; warming her hands at a campfire; contemplating her likeness on candles.
Approx 14 w x 24 h
He also has a coloring book.
Roderick has had a long-term interest in goddesses and has painted images from Buddhist and Hindu mythologies as well.
James' contact info:
phone: 505-982-1183
email: roderickartworks@gmail.com
Website: james-roderick.fineartamerica.com (both upper and lowecase work)
Sunday, October 2, 2016
Kristen Mendenhall in Jemez Springs - Ends Oct 13
When in ABQ I sometimes stay at Ms. Cook's blue-collar hovel in the Northeast Frights. After over a year of 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. barking from the dog two doors away I complained. The next door neighbor, a farm-raised bigot, took it upon himself to get revenge. Between his antics and the other three neighbors' dogs, not to mention the increased traffic noise over the last ten years, the place is, for me, almost unbearable. Ms. Cook's company makes it impossible to stay away, but it was time for some fresh air.
We, Smith & I, drove to Jemez Springs, the valley of which is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Stopping for an art fix at the gallery, I was delighted to find Ms. Kristen Mendenhall's work. The individual pieces on this wall were priced at $245.00, but at a mere $2,205.00 for the "set," it seems a shame to break them up.
It's occasions such as this where my Sony Cybershot displays its weakness. If anyone has a Nikon D600 (or some such) just lying around I'd be happy to put it to use.
Panel in lower right
Upper Right Panel.
I enjoy the perspective and/or depth often seen in abstract and nonrepresentational paintings. Once, while gazing into the infinitude of a Jackson Pollock, I nearly fell over. The contrast in colors and triangular section at the bottom center of this panel offer easy access to the other dimensions.
On my second visit
She also does photography. She explained they are one-inch closeups of rust, the texture of which she captures without exposing the context.
Her Artist's Statement is the best explanation I've read of the attraction of abstract and/or non-representational art. So hie thee hence...and the Fall colors are just getting going too.
Her show will be up through October 13th.
Here's her website. This link is to her paintings. This one is her photographs. She also has work in gypsum.
Two and a half minutes about her work.
The Gallery is at the south end just before you get into "downtown."
I stopped to ask how late (into the year) Loma Linda C.G. was gonna be open. The HOST assured me All Year. I'm skeptical. Here's the number for the ranger station to check....575-829-3535. It's $5.00 per site. No hookups, pit toilets.
We, Smith & I, drove to Jemez Springs, the valley of which is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Stopping for an art fix at the gallery, I was delighted to find Ms. Kristen Mendenhall's work. The individual pieces on this wall were priced at $245.00, but at a mere $2,205.00 for the "set," it seems a shame to break them up.
It's occasions such as this where my Sony Cybershot displays its weakness. If anyone has a Nikon D600 (or some such) just lying around I'd be happy to put it to use.
Panel in lower right
Upper Right Panel.
I enjoy the perspective and/or depth often seen in abstract and nonrepresentational paintings. Once, while gazing into the infinitude of a Jackson Pollock, I nearly fell over. The contrast in colors and triangular section at the bottom center of this panel offer easy access to the other dimensions.
On my second visit
She also does photography. She explained they are one-inch closeups of rust, the texture of which she captures without exposing the context.
Her Artist's Statement is the best explanation I've read of the attraction of abstract and/or non-representational art. So hie thee hence...and the Fall colors are just getting going too.
Her show will be up through October 13th.
Here's her website. This link is to her paintings. This one is her photographs. She also has work in gypsum.
Two and a half minutes about her work.
The Gallery is at the south end just before you get into "downtown."
Highway 485, a little, barely two-lane road that goes to The Gilman Tunnels, is 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Jemez Pueblo Visitors Center.
The photo below was taken near the bridge over the Jemez River on highway 485.
I stopped to ask how late (into the year) Loma Linda C.G. was gonna be open. The HOST assured me All Year. I'm skeptical. Here's the number for the ranger station to check....575-829-3535. It's $5.00 per site. No hookups, pit toilets.
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Arizona Indian Arts - Winslow Art Gallery
In the olde days it was a dangerous place. Passersby would throw bottles and share their local humor. An example: Wanta lift? Stick a jack up yer ass! (H'yuk, h'yuk, h'yuk.)
Times have changed. Now they welcome people from all over the world. Well, they welcome their money, anyway.
The Indian Market at the exit beyond the east end of town had a new paint job so I stopped to check it out. After the five minute tour of the China-made tommy-hawks I strolled out into the sun to be met with a pleasant, "Nice day isn't it?"
Raymond Clark, Sr., an artist, offered to show me another gallery. I followed to the Love's Truck stop/Denny's where the quality was better but boring.
I think he must have been testing me 'cuz the next one was it! Some of the most original work I've seen. Over 40 artists. Arizona Indian Arts is small but the quality is astounding! 202 E 2nd Street, on the corner of Williamson Ave and 2nd St. (the one-way (Rt 66) going east). Ph: 928-221-1950 (closed and gone when I passed thru in Oct. 2023)
Lawrence E. Melendez, owner/artist (above) knows everyone personally and can answer any question.
I bought this 4 1/2 inch by 3 and 3/4 inch, inkjet print by Joe Maktima for $20.00. This is a terrible photo, it doesn't show the depth of color, but I didn't want to take it out of the cellophane. My collector days are over, but the gifts may sit around for a while before finding homes.
Times have changed. Now they welcome people from all over the world. Well, they welcome their money, anyway.
The Indian Market at the exit beyond the east end of town had a new paint job so I stopped to check it out. After the five minute tour of the China-made tommy-hawks I strolled out into the sun to be met with a pleasant, "Nice day isn't it?"
Raymond Clark, Sr., an artist, offered to show me another gallery. I followed to the Love's Truck stop/Denny's where the quality was better but boring.
I think he must have been testing me 'cuz the next one was it! Some of the most original work I've seen. Over 40 artists. Arizona Indian Arts is small but the quality is astounding! 202 E 2nd Street, on the corner of Williamson Ave and 2nd St. (the one-way (Rt 66) going east). Ph: 928-221-1950 (closed and gone when I passed thru in Oct. 2023)
Lawrence E. Melendez, owner/artist (above) knows everyone personally and can answer any question.
I bought this 4 1/2 inch by 3 and 3/4 inch, inkjet print by Joe Maktima for $20.00. This is a terrible photo, it doesn't show the depth of color, but I didn't want to take it out of the cellophane. My collector days are over, but the gifts may sit around for a while before finding homes.
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
The Gallery In Williams
Several weeks ago three artists at The Gallery in Williams (Arizona, that is) granted interviews. Now, finally, they can be seen on Youtube. Please enjoy videos of
Don Nord...
....a cabinet maker who's taken his skills to another level. He combines his love of woodworking with turbine blades from helicopters that fly over the Grand Canyon, railroad spikes from the Grand Canyon Railroad, and gears, piston rods and such from automobiles.
Amy S. Martin...
...is a rower with the Arizona Department of Fish & Wildlife. She rows on Colorado River trips and photographs as she goes. She is also a former Peace Corp worker (this link is to a project she's working on) who is interested in helping the stateless peoples' of the Dominican Republic.
and
Tom Williams...
...co-owner and a gallery founder, Tom makes beautiful bells from propane tanks and sculptures using the shoes of mules that trod the trails of the Grand Canyon. His "Shoeguaro" sculpture won Best in Show at the Flagstaff 2012 Recycled Art Exhibition (coordinated by The Artists' Coalition of Flagstaff). A collaborative sculpture is installed at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.
Don Nord...
....a cabinet maker who's taken his skills to another level. He combines his love of woodworking with turbine blades from helicopters that fly over the Grand Canyon, railroad spikes from the Grand Canyon Railroad, and gears, piston rods and such from automobiles.
Amy S. Martin...
...is a rower with the Arizona Department of Fish & Wildlife. She rows on Colorado River trips and photographs as she goes. She is also a former Peace Corp worker (this link is to a project she's working on) who is interested in helping the stateless peoples' of the Dominican Republic.
and
Tom Williams...
...co-owner and a gallery founder, Tom makes beautiful bells from propane tanks and sculptures using the shoes of mules that trod the trails of the Grand Canyon. His "Shoeguaro" sculpture won Best in Show at the Flagstaff 2012 Recycled Art Exhibition (coordinated by The Artists' Coalition of Flagstaff). A collaborative sculpture is installed at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
vertu - Art Fix Socorro Style
It's hard to find an art fix in the wilds of New Mexico....especially for a post-moderne enthusiast. But I always stop in at 113 Abeyta Avenue, Socorro.
Recently reincarnated, vertu Fine Art Gallery is now owned and operated by Mrs. Georgette Evans Grey, herself an artist. She had two weeks notice before being abandoned by the former co-op's members, but she did it! She's opened up the former studio spaces so there's lots to see.
Please tell her I said hello.
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