Posts from ‘Plein Air’
Payne, Edgar, (1882-1947), Sardine Boats, Chioggia, Italy, oil on linen, 25 x 30"
The Seventh Annual Jackson Hole Art Auction is taking shape and scheduled to commence on Saturday, September 14th, 2013 at Jackson’s Center for the Arts! The auction is produced in partnership by Trailside Galleries of Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Scottsdale, AZ and the Gerald Peters Gallery of Santa Fe, NM. This year also marks Trailside Galleries’ 50th Anniversary!
You know how quickly this event has become a premier “destination” Western Art auction. Though independently produced, the highly anticipated auction takes place during the final weekend of Jackson’s annual Fall Arts Festival. Fall Arts, long Jackson’s most successful, continuing event, is now regarded as a model by other entities wishing to extend Jackson’s tourism season. Western art, sometimes overlooked as a significant factor of Jackson’s economic pulse, still rules. Western art tells America’s stories and history, and in the Greater Yellowstone Region that is particularly significant. It’s our artistic bedrock.
Dixon, Maynard, (1875-1946), Remuda, 1921-1945, oil on canvas
Arthur Wardle (United Kingdom, 1864 – 1949), The Enchantress, 1901. Oil on Canvas. 62 x 43". Courtesy National Museum of Wildlife Art.
In his lifetime, British painter Arthur Wardle excelled at sporting art; but his claim to fame was in part due to his rejection of staying inside the boundaries of accepted animal and wildlife depiction. He “drew and painted every mammal, from elephant to mouse,” using a great range of mediums. By 1900, Wardle had made a quantum leap with subject matter and began rendering, erotically, mythical images of wildlife and women. Exotic creatures, like these giant leopards at play with a thinly clad, alluring woman (appearing a bit tousled, she and the leopards have clearly been rolling around in the iris; there’s no fear here–this painting depicts intimacy, curiosity and play) recall, as the National Museum of Wildlife Art (NMWA) says, the hedonistic spirit of Dionysus, Greek god of —-libido! And of wine, women and song.
Get your head into that as you enjoy this month’s NMWA Mix’d Media, happening on Valentine’s Day--February 14th from 6-9:00 pm. “Legends of Mythology and Love” offers up Greek-themed food and drink, music and a free glass of pink bubbly to put you in the mood for love. NMWA’s “The Enchantress,” a centerpiece of its exhibition “Human/Nature: Exploring Humanity’s Relationship with Wildlife,” has inspired the evening’s festivities.
NMWA’s Amy Goicoechea enlisted the help of Rush Jenkins and Klaus Baer of WRJ Design Associates to create a worthy, sumptuous setting. DJ Era spins music, “and those inspired by the evening’s more mystical elements can enjoy crystal readings by Daria and Power Animal Medicine readings by Teri Gilfilen,” notes NMWA. $5 cover at the door. www.wildlifeart.org
Winter can take its best shot, but even the frosty old man can’t hold off thoughts of summer plein air painting. A friend and I have been talking about Greg McHuron, and what he represented as an artist and influence. He is still sorely missed. Feelings about Greg run deep.
“We honor Greg by doing what Greg loved most – going out, painting, and sharing our experience and knowledge with other people,” says my painting friend. “Painting outdoors, either with a group or on our own is the best way to honor his spirit.”
There’s talk of a grant being established in Greg’s name. I’m not up to date on how that effort is proceeding. A “massive retrospective” would be one appropriate way to honor his memory, said my friend. An appropriate arts organization might purchase a substantial portion of his work, and publish a catalog.
"Schwabachers Landing," Todd Kosharek
“I focus on the falseness of our Wyoming terrain – the gentle looking river that tore a canyon into the ground, the soft looking horizon of sage, a snarly and abrasive plant, the calming appearance of the winter landscape that is freezing cold. I love the duality of the way we romanticize nature and what nature really is….I focus on the process of searching.” ~ Todd Kosharek
"Canyon," Todd Kosharek
Blue canyons, blue rooms. Walk into Jackson artist’s Todd Kosharek’s house (shared with his wife, dancer Kate Kosharek) and you’ll find yourself surrounded in blues. Kosharek is not singing the blues, he’s painting them. Kosharek, an effusive, upbeat artist with a passion for art history, spends many a day out in Jackson Hole’s landscapes, painting them. Most plein air artists don’t create whole works devoted to shades of blue, but Kosharek does, and it sets his work apart from traditional Western landscape painters. Kosharek ventures out in bright, harsh mid-day light. His goal is not to paint perfectly, but to feel the landscape’s underlying secrets and get paint on his canvas. His approach to what we describe as beautiful is newly, uniquely his own.
Kosharek says this about his large scale, acrylic works: “What I love in painting, both as an artist and as a viewer, is the feeling I get from seeing something that was meticulously created by pigment and brush. I want to see time – time taken by the painter to think, feel and create – but also the element of time, as if the painting is not frozen as an image but will grow and change with me as a person as I grow and change.”
MONDAY, September 10
Pack bunnies, hay, lettuce, carrots, vodka, make-up and wait for evacuation order!
TUESDAY, September 11
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAD! LOVE YOU!
Fall Arts Festival Open Studio Tour Bring friends and family to enjoy food and drink while interacting with Art Association artists at work! Just off the town square you’ll find artists all over the Art
Association Studios. Painting, photography, silversmithing (the multi-purpose room will have a large space dedicated to that), ceramics, oil painting, basketry, sewing, blacksmithing–and free photography portraits by Taylor Glenn. Fred Kingwill, Sam Dowd and Dwayne Harty are just a few of the artists you’ll enounter. There will be demos, opportunities to participate and exhibited art for sale. 5-8 pm. 733-6379, www.artassociation.org
Grand Teton Gallery Deb Penk (11am-3pm) and Rip Caswell (2-5pm), Artists in Residence. www.grandtetongallery.com
RARE Gallery Pat Flynn Jewelry Trunk Show thru Wednesday September 12th. A master metalsmith and stonesetter, Flynn is considered to be highly innovative. He is represented by such august institutions as the Smithsonian and Metropolitan Museum of Art. 10am-9pm www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com
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WEDNESDAY, September 12
Jewelry and Artisan Luncheon at Couloir Ladies Only! Preview and purchase fine jewelry, fiber, leather, and wearable art. The event kicks off the Jewelry and Artisan portion of the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Western Visions® activities. Proceeds support the museum’s Educational Programming. $100/person. Couloir Restaurant, J.H. Mountain Resort, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. You must have been registered by September 5th! Info: 307-732-5412. www.wildlifeart.org
Poster Signing & Artists Reception with Amy Ringholz at Altamira Fine Art Meet Fall Arts Festival Artist Amy Ringholz and receive a personally signed poster of her festival painting “Dreamers Don’t Sleep.” Altamira Fine Art, 3-5:00 pm. Artists Reception for her 34th one woman show, “Dreamers Don’t Sleep,” immediately following, at 5:00 – 8:00 pm. The original painting of “Dreamers Don’t Sleep” will be auctioned during the Quick Draw Auction on Saturday September 15th, On the Town Square in Jackson. Free, open to the public! www.altamiraart.com
Gallery Art Walk “Third Thursdays Art Walk” (moved to Wednesday evening for the week of the Fall Arts Festival), from 5-8:00 pm. Look for the Art Walk banners! Various locations, free, and open to the public!
Cayuse Western Americana hosts a representative from Clint Orms Silversmiths & Engravers, and will have a great selection of Clint’s work on hand. “He’s known as the best buckle maker working
today,” says Cayuse! 5-8:00 pm.
“In Our Valley” Group Show – Trio Fine Art Gallery Demonstrations - An exhibition of artwork by award-winning Jackson based artists Jennifer L. Hoffman, Bill Sawzcuk and Kathryn Mapes Turner that reflect their intrinsic knowledge of the Jackson Hole Valley. Trio Fine Art Gallery, 5-8pm
Diehl Gallery’s Portrait of a Kingdom: Anke Schofield and Luis Garcia-Nerey/KOLLABS KOLLABS artists present a serious and provocative series of collaborative paintings and installations that create a sense of wonder evoking questions about the interaction between man and the forest. Their multi-layered process includes photographs, roofing tar stain, oil, charcoal pencil, acrylic and oil paints. 5-8:00 pm; through September 30th. www.diehlgallery.com
Horizon Fine Art Gallery features the swirling, free-flowing paintings of Jami Tobey during a two-day solo show on Wednesday, September 12th and Thursday, September 13th, 5 – 9:00 p.m. Meet Jami and get a glimpse of her latest installment of vivid tree and landscape paintings “that glow like stained glass and celebrate the natural world!” 307-739-1540; www.horizonfineartgallery.com
Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum “Celebration of Writing as an Art Form,” local authors book signing from 2-6 p.m. Free admission during book signing, with refreshments inspired by local cookbooks. Authors include: Judy Clayton, The Pure Food Club of Jackson Hole; James Hardee, Pierre’s Hole! The Fur Trade History of Teton Valley, Idaho; Earle Layser, Settlement Chronicles; Muffy Mead-Ferro, Its Head Came Off by Accident; Rick Pieros, Jackson Hole Past to Present; Gap Pucci, We Married Adventure, and Florence Shepard, Sometimes Creek: A Wyoming Memoir. www.jacksonholehistory.org
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THURSDAY, September 13
“Buffalo Trail” Unveiled at National Museum of Wildlife Art Western Visions Featured Sculptor Richard Loffler will unveil his sculpture “Buffalo Trail,” at 10:00 am. The 64-foot-long piece features five adult bison and two calves, all created at one-and-a-half actual size. More than four years in the making of this new piece! Free, open to the public! Here it comes, on the back of big flat bed, up the hill to the Museum! www.wildlifeart.org
Wild West Artist Party National Museum of Wildlife Art patrons party, view art, place ballots, and mingle before tomorrow’s sale. Proceeds support NMWA’s Education Programming. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, the Original Prints Show & Sale, and the Sketch Show & Sale are open to the public during this event. Artisans are in residence. The evening includes delicious fare, a full bar, and entertainment. 6:30-10:30 pm. $150 per person, or $500 for the “full WV package!” Register by September 5, 2012 online or by calling 307-732-5412. www.westernvisions.org
Astoria Fine Art Gallery Reception Gallery Reception with featured works by Josh Tobey & G. Russell Case. 4-6:00 pm. www.astoriafineart.com
Grand Teton Gallery Gayle Weisfield, Rip Caswell, and Pat Clayton Artists in Residence, 11am-3pm. Artist Reception featuring Rip Caswell, Gayle Weisfield, Pat Clayton, James Reid, Doug Monson and Deb Fox from 4-8pm www.grandtetongallery.com
RARE Gallery Tomas Lasansky’s collection of icons and muses on exhibit. 4-8:00 pm. www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com
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FRIDAY, September 14
The Jackson Hole Art Auction holds its annual public preview all day today—that’s 10:00 am – 7:00 pm, at the Jackson Hole Center for the Arts, downtown Jackson. A wine reception will be held 5-7:00 pm. The public may also view the collection tomorrow morning, 9:00 am – Noon. The Auction will be held at the Center tomorrow, starting promptly at NOON (see listing for Saturday, September 15th, below) on Saturday, September 15th. Come check out the amazing collection of works by American Masters, deceased and contemporary, mingle with collectors, see the show from top to bottom! The auction offers many ways to bid: in-house, by phone, via absentee bidding or via on-line internet bidding on LiveAuctioneers.com. For further information, phone 866-549-9278, visit their website at www.jacksonholeartauction.com, or stop by Trailside Galleries at 130 East Broadway, in Jackson.
Wilcox Gallery’s Artist Demonstrations Wilcox Gallery artists will be painting in both the Center Street and Hwy 89 locations, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. www.wilcoxgallery.com
Astoria Fine Art Gallery Reception Gallery Reception featuring Greg Beecham and Tim Cherry. This reception also includes the 5th Annual Greg Beecham Fall Arts Festival
showcase. 2-4:00 pm. www.astoriafineart.com
Grand Teton Gallery Deb Penk, Rip Caswell, James Reid and Gayle Weisfield, in Residence 2-5:00pm These artists will also be on hand same time tomorrow at the gallery. www.grandtetongallery.com
Legacy Gallery Legacy of Nature Wildlife and Sporting Art Show featuring new paintings from over a dozen prominent artists.1-4:00 pm. This popular show brings together each year some of the best wildlife artists and
showcases their depictions of nature during the famed Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival. The show includes works by artists Ken Bunn, Ken Carlson, Michael Coleman, Luke Frazier, Brian Grimm, Krystii Melaine, Dan Metz, Chad Poppleton, Tim Shinabarger, George D. Smith, Trevor Swanson, and Brett Smith. www.legacygallery.com
25th Annual Western Visions®: Miniatures and More Show and Sale Place your bids at the National Museum of Wildlife Art! The evening features refreshments and beverage, and the names of winning bidders are drawn. This fundraiser supports museum educational programming. 3:30 – 8:00 pm. Register by September 5; call 307-732-5412 for ticket price details! Or visit www.westernvisions.org for a full list of events.
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SATURDAY, September 15
Jackson Hole Art Auction ~ 12:00 pm Start! Presented by Trailside Galleries of Jackson and Scottsdale, and the Gerald Peters Gallery of Santa Fe, this annual live auction is one of the premier western art events in the country, defined by the high standards of works offered by contemporary western artists and deceased masters. This annual live auction has quickly become one of the premier western art events in the country, defined by the high standard of works offered by both contemporary western artists and deceased masters. Works by such notable living artists as William Acheff, Clyde Aspevig, Ken Carlson, Martin Grelle, G. Harvey, Z.S. Liang, Bill Owen, Kenneth Riley, Mian Situ, Howard Terpning, and Morgan Weistling are just a few of the names that are prominently featured in our auctions. Also available are important works by the Taos Society of Artists, the Santa Fe Art Colony, as well as historically recognized artists of the American West, including Albert Bierstadt, Oscar Berninghaus, Ernest Blumenschein, E. I. Couse, Nicolai Fechin, Frank Tenney Johnson, W. R. Leigh, Frederic Remington, Carl Rungius, Charles M. Russell, and many others.
Approximately 300 lots will be offered for sale! The 2011 Auction resulted in a record breaking sale, realizing $9.5 million in sales with over 90% of the 250 lots offered selling well into and above their estimates. The auction offers many ways to bid: in-house, by phone, via absentee bidding or via on-line internet bidding on LiveAuctioneers.com. For further information, phone 866-549-9278, visit our website at www.jacksonholeartauction.com, or stop by Trailside Galleries at 130 East Broadway, in Jackson. Click here to see an updated 2012 on-line catalog.
Place: Center for the Arts, 12:00pm. This auction may last up to six hours! Please register to attend! 866-549-9278, www.jacksonholeartauction.com
17th Annual Jackson Hole QuickDraw Art Sale and Auction – 9:30 am. Nationally, regionally, and locally recognized artists paint and sculpt REAL FAST, on Jackson’s Town Square. Everybody is
welcome, this is one of the Festival’s most popular and happy events! The one-of a-kind artwork will be auctioned off following the hour-long creative process including, “Dreamers Don’t Sleep,” by Amy Ringholz, the featured artist of 2012′s Fall Arts Festival. Come and see some of your favorite Jackson area artists work “en plein air” right in the Square! Free.
Astoria Fine Art Gallery Reception Gallery Reception with featured works by Richard Loffler & “Best of Astoria” show. 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. www.astoriafineart.com
Mountain Trails Gallery Vic & Dustin Payne, Western sculptors, are showcased in a two-man show. Opening Reception 3-6pm. www.mtntrails.net
Wilcox Gallery’s Artist Demonstrations Wilcox Gallery artists will be painting at both gallery locations today. Reception food and drink will be served from 6-8pm at the downtown location. Ice cream will be served at the north of town Wilcox Gallery also from 6-8pm. www.wilcoxgallery.com
Trailside Galleries FALL GOLD New works by all of Trailside’s wildlife artists; Ralph Olberg is featured in a major one-man show today, too! An artist’s reception takes place 4:00 pm – 7:00 PM. Olberg’s show, “The Mountain World – From the Himilaya to the Rockies” is on display through this month. Olberg has painted wildlife, some “portraits” and even a little bit of architecture. Additionally, today at Trailside painter Adam Smith presents a showcase of new wildlife paintings. Paintings will be sold by draw. www.trailsidegalleries.com
RARE Gallery Quickdraw artist Debbie Sturges will be at RARE Gallery today to talk about her newest body of work and upcoming travels. Noon-4:00 pm. www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com
Something Wild This Way Comes! Over 50 artists participate at the Center for the Arts Back Lawn for a wonderful cause. Vintage cocktails, fantastic music,
and a night full of surprises! Buy tickets “at the door”. Tix are $20, and you may win a VERY valuable painting if you play your cards right! “The most artistically wonderful night of your life awaits you,” says Ringholz. ”An artistic benefit/celebration for Jackson Hole… from Jackson Hole. The creativity and magic of this night will astound you!” Hosted by (guess who?) Amy Ringholz; if you see this post before the big night, get your tickets early. Volunteers also needed, this is a party for 500! 6:30-10pm, www.somethingwildthiswaycomes.com
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SUNDAY, September 16
Art Brunch Gallery Walk Join Jackson’s 30 plus art galleries for brunch and festive beverages at this closing-day celebration of yet another superb Fall Arts Festival! Brunch, Bloody Marys and spectacular art…don’t forget the celery! 11am – 3pm Open to the public! Free!
West Lives On Galleries All Gallery Open House! West Lives On has two locations, next door to one another, on North Glenwood, across from the historic Wort Hotel. Contemporary and Traditional Western art. Come see one of the oldest and best loved Western art galleries. They are a valley tradition! 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Yes, it’s about brunch. (307) 734-2888, www.westliveson.com
Diehl Gallery’s Western Visions Celebration Salon Five National Museum of Wildlife Art “Western Visions” artists are showcased – Susan Goldsmith, Simon Gudgeon, Richard Painter, Anke Schofield/Luis Garcia-Nerey: KOLLABS and Les Thomas. A special Fall Arts Festival Brunch. www.diehlgallery.com
RARE Gallery Jewelry trunk show, with special unique pieces available for custom fittings. 10am-3pm www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com
That’s all, Folks!!!!! The Jackson Hole Art Blog is taking a little break after a hectic and exciting summer! Expect to see just a few posts in the next couple of weeks~~~and we’ll be back in action later in October. Many, many thanks for your support, readership and energetic involvement! We are a very special arts center, and it can only get better. Love~~~~ Tammy
