Posts from ‘Sustaining Humanity’
A few months back–a few warmer, sunnier months back– toy photographer Brian McCarty came to town and introduced his neat-o, media activating work. He is the step son of local philanthropist and producer Mickey Babcock; McCarty’s opening took place at Babcock’s new home. The Jackson Hole Art Blog posted a story on his work, and McCarty keeps in touch.
Here’s one of his latest, “Moon Wanderers,” shot in the Tetons. McCarty says the little guys are resin figures. The toys are created by Russian Sergey Safonov, who, says McCarty, has “… hand-built a mysterious cast of characters that exist only at night. The Moon Wanders float along, sleeping and waiting.”
McCarty openly discusses his process, and in this case the process began with an imagined image of small figures afloat under a paper moon. The toys were mounted on metal rods placed in soft mud, at Two Oceans Lake, in Grand Teton National Park. ( Is this legal? Not sure. But I didn’t do it! ) A long exposure taken by a camera atop a semi-submerged tripod “…made the water seem glassy, except for the rippled reflection of strobe light off a paper moon suspended in the background.”
The Tetons can provide a lot of interference if they want to. McCarty was challenged by nature a few times.
“Things started getting a little edgy with the growing army of leeches seen attaching themselves to my waders. A too-close-for-comfort moose followed in close succession, at first looking confused at the humans walking around his lake at midnight, then a bit annoyed. I’d like to think that we scared him off with our flashlights and noisemaking, but it may have been what followed next. Through the 
mist, something that sounded much larger than the moose was splashing around. Unable to see, I’m going to wager it was a grizzly bear or perhaps a sasquatch. Hard to say,” says McCarty.
I saw McCarty’s show with my (dear) artist friend Ricki Arno--who I haven’t heard from in like, two months. Ricki, where are you? Please call. Have you gone back to Planet New York?
From Planet Laramie: Nationally known, Colorado-based artist James Surls will give a talk at the University of Wyoming’s Coe Library on Saturday, Oct. 24, beginning at 1:00 pm. The University’s Art Museum blog says a reception will follow; all will celebrate the installation of Surls’ new work, “Rolling Flowers.”
What a great title!
UW’s blog says Surls is noted for his work with emerging artists–he’s a mentor. He also works quite a bit with non-profits and he and his wife, Charmaine Locke, (Her website cover page shows a gorgeous shot of her large scale bronze, “Open Book.” Please look.) have large-scale pieces in that wonderful venue, “Sculpture: A Wyoming Invitational.” Check the above U.W. Art Museum link for more information.
From the Wyoming Arts Council: Art Aid
Wyoming Entrepreneur, at the University of Wyoming, offers free web marketing 
counseling for small businesses, and the Wyoming Arts Council has an Individual Artists Professional Development (IAPD) grant program. Grants provide funds for artists to hire web designers ( wow!!!! artists lose lots of precious creativity time working on websites.), pay for hosting and other needs. A one-to-one match is required, and up to $500 can be awarded.
For info: Email mshay@state.wy.us.
2009 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival Schedule of Events
(Note: This calendar reflects ongoing and slated events beginning Wednesday, Sept. 16. For a complete calendar of events, visit www.jacksonholechamber.com)
SPECIAL NOTE: R. Tom Gilleon, 2009’s Fall Arts Festival Poster Artist, will sign posters of his painting “Yellow Leaves Moon” (50″x50″ oil), above, at ALTAMIRA FINE ART, a change from original venue plans. Prior to the Fall Arts Festival, the painting is on display at the historic Wort Hotel, in Jackson. See details below for Wednesday, September 16. Galleries West Fine Art
7th Fall Round Up
This annual Fall Arts Festival group show features new works by all of Galleries West artists. Please note: Artists’ reception takes place during the Wednesday (September 16) night ART walk.
Galleries West Fine Art, 307-733-4412 www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com
The Best of Astoria, September 11-20th
Includes the 2nd Annual Greg Beecham Wildlife Showcase. Astoria Fine Art, 307-733-4016, www.astoriafineart.com
J.H. Art Association: Members Only Exhibition
View an eclectic and extensive body of work by hundreds of talented Art Association members. On display through November 30. Check it out at the Artspace Lobby Gallery, Center for the Arts.
Mountain Trails’ “American Visions Group Show”
Running Sept. 1-20. The show features all Mountain Trails artists, with several 
being on hand and demonstrating throughout the Festival. These artists are: Carrie Fell (Grand Opening), Ken Rowe, Buckeye Blake, Jeff Ham and Vic Payne. Call Lisa Shannon for details! Her phone: 307.734.8150.
A Horse of a Different Color Gallery:
Toland Sand
Celebrate Toland Sand, an internationally known glass artist. His medium is cold-worked glass, the creation of glass sculpture by constructing three-dimensional forms. On display through September 30. 307-734-9603
Wednesday, September 16
Jewelry and Artisan Luncheon at Teton Pines
In conjunction with the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Western Visions Show & Sale, enjoy an elegant luncheon at Teton Pines Resort & Country Club. Artisans (jewelry, fiber and leather) preview and sell their handmade goods. Ladies only! Register by September 10, 2009 by calling 307-732-5412.
11:00am – 4:00pm.
$100 per person or $500 per person for a package including Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday plus other Western Visions events.
www.WesternVisions.org
Gallery ARTWalk 5:00-8:00 pm
Join more than 30 Jackson art galleries for the special Wednesday ARTWalk. Enjoy fine art and experience the vibrant Jackson art scene. Look for the ART walk banners! Various locations, see gallery map, 5:00-8:00pm, open to the public.
Poster Signing with Tom Gilleon at Altamira Fine Art
3:00-5:00 pm
Meet Fall Arts Festival poster artist Tom Gilleon and receive a personally signed poster of his featured painting, “Yellow Leaves Moon.” Altamira Fine Art, 3:00-5:00pm, open to the public. An artist’s reception follows immediately after. 307-734-8150.
Galleries West Fine Art, 5:00-8:00pm
Reception for the 7th Fall Round Up. Meet and visit with many Galleries West artists.
307-733-4142, www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com.
Thursday, September 17
Wild West Preview Party 6:30-10:30 pm
As part of the 22nd Annual Western Visions, artists and patrons have an opportunity to view the art, place their ballots, and mingle. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, Photography Show & Sale and Sketch Show & Sale are also open to the public during this event and the artisans are in residence. The evening includes delicious fare, a full bar and entertainment. Register by September 10, 2009 by calling 307-732-5412.
Location: National Museum of Wildlife Art
$100 per person or $500 per person for a package including Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, plus other events.
www.WesternVisions.org
Center Street Gallery, 5:00-8:00pm
Marshall Noice and Robert Deurloo Show
Marshall Noice is a contemporary landscape oil painter from Kalispell, MT. Robert Deurloo is a wildlife sculptor working in bronze and exotic patinas from Salmon, ID.
307-733-1155, www.centerstreetgallery.com
Friday, September 18
22nd Annual Miniatures and More Show & Sale, 5:30-9:30pm
This is the final opportunity to place bids prior to the evening’s drawing and auction. The evening features hors d’oeuvres and beverage, and most importantly, 
the names of the winning bidders are drawn. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, the Photography Show & Sale and the Sketch Show & Sale will be on display and guests are invited to make purchases. Call 307-732-5412. Register by September 10, 2009. Call 307-732-5412.
Location: National Museum of Wildlife Art, 5:30-9:30pm.
$100 per person or $500 per person for a package including Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, plus other events.
www.WesternVisions.org
Legacy of Nature Group Show, 1:00-4:00pm
The Legacy of Nature Group Show featuring wildlife and sporting art. Artists include paintings by Ken Carlson, Luke Frazier, Michael Coleman, Brian Grimm, Chad Poppleton, Julie T. Chapman, Trevor Swanson, Jan Martin McGuire, and sculptures by Ken Bunn and Tim Shinabarger.
Legacy Gallery. 307-733-2353, www.legacygallery.com
E.I. Couse, (1866-1936), "Moonlight"
Jackson Hole Art Auction Preview 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
The Jackson Hole Art Auction is a premier Western Art Auction featuring art from Past and Present Masters of the American West. Historically recognized Western American Art is the focus, including works by the Taos Society of Artists, Deceased American Masters and Top Contemporary Western and Wildlife Artists. The Jackson Hole Art Auction is presented in association with Trailside Galleries and Gerald Peters Gallery.
Location: Center for the Arts
866-549-9278; www.jacksonholeartauction.com
Saturday, September 19
14th Annual Jackson Hole QuickDraw Art Sale & Auction
9:30 a.m.
Nationally, regionally and locally recognized artists paint and sculpt while spectators look on. Each new artwork will be auctioned off following an hour-long “draw.” “Yellow Leaves Moon,” 2009’s featured poster artwork by R. Tom Gilleon, will also be auctioned.
Location: Jackson Town Square, 9:30am, open to the public.
Please note 2009’s earlier time slot for this event.
Jackson Hole Art Auction Start: 1:00 p.m.
The Jackson Hole Art Auction is a premier Western Art Auction featuring art from
Past and Present Masters of the American West. Historically recognized Western American Art is the focus, including works by the Taos Society of Artists, Deceased American Masters and Top Contemporary Western and Wildlife Artists. The Jackson Hole Art Auction is presented in association with Trailside Galleries and Gerald Peters Gallery.
Location: Jackson Hole Center for the Arts
866-549-9278; www.jacksonholeartauction.com
Galleries West Open House, All Day
Visit the gallery any time throughout the day for hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Many Fall Round-Up artists will be on hand during the day.
Galleries West Gallery
307-733-4412, www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com
Trailside Galleries Fall Gold Show, 3:00-6:00pm
This annual event will show new works by all of their gallery artists with special showcases for Kyle Sims (wildlife painter), Lindsay Scott (wildlife artist), Bonnie Marris (wildlife painter), a small grouping by Mian Situ (Chinese figural painter) as well as a small grouping by wildlife painters Adam and Dan Smith.
307-733-3186, www.trailsidegalleries.com.
SPECIAL EVENT: JACKSON HOLE CONSERVATION ALLIANCE 
CELEBRATES 30 YEARS WITH “THE ART OF CONSERVATION: 30 ARTISTS, 30 YEARS.”
This event coincides with Jackson’s Fall Arts Festival. The Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance’s 30th Anniversary gala takes place at the Jackson Lake Lodge this evening, beginning at 5:30 p.m. A live and silent auction featuring works by renowned artists follows, and benefits the Alliance’s across-the-board conservation efforts. Participating artists want to make a difference, and you can, too.
A highlight of the auction is Robert Bateman’s “Bison,” a limited edition print not commercially available. A great American icon, the bison remains under stress, a symbol of conservation controversy. Two works by Bateman, including “Bison,” will be auctioned at 7:15 p.m. The auction includes oil paintings, watercolors, photography, bronzes, hand blown glass, ilfochrome, pastels, and more. Participating artists include:
Huntley Baldwin, Robert Bateman, Elke Bieber, Tina Close, Luke
Frazier, Natalie Goss, Eliot Goss, Jeff Hogan, Henry Holdsworth, Kal
Kallaugher, Fred Kingwill, Thomas Mangelsen, Mimi Matsuda, Pamela
McCool, Greg McHuron, Dee Parker, Mary Rasmussen, Audrey Roll-
Preissler, William Sawczuk, Kay Stratman, Lee Stroncek, Laurie Thal,
Shannon Troxler, Amy Unfried, September Vhay, Mary O. Waid, and
Andrew Weller.
Bidders may register for absentee bidding. Post-dinner admission is also available. For information, contact the Jackson Hole Conservation
Alliance office at (307) 733-9417.
- Sunday, September 20
Art Brunch Gallery Walk, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Join Jackson’s 30-plus art galleries for brunch and festive beverages at this Fall Arts Festival closing-day celebration! Brunch, Bloody Marys, and spectacular art.
Various gallery locations, see gallery map, 11:00am-3:00pm, open to the public.
West Lives On Gallery Open House, 10:00am-4:00pm
Featuring over 12 of West Lives On Gallery artists.
307-734-2888, www.westliveson.com.
Monday, September 21
Sleep…………….(All Day)
It’s here! Can you believe it? I can’t. Here we go…Fall Arts Festival starts NOW.
Trailside Galleries’ September line-up is remarkable. September 1-20th, its annual “Fall Gold” spectacular will showcase an almost impossibly extensive selection of wildlife, cowboy, landscape and other manner of Western art. The show will be up most of the month; “Fall Gold’s” opening reception happens Saturday, September 19, 3-6:00 p.m. Many Trailside artists will be in attendance, and the list of artists represented in this year’s show is:
Cyrus Afsary, Bill Anton, Wayne Baize, Gerald Balciar, Bruce Cheever, Brent Cotton, Pino Dangelico, Stan Davis, John DeMott, Andrew Denman, Michael Desatnick, Robert Duncan, Nancy Glazier, Michael Godfrey, Veryl Goodnight, Lanny Grant, George Hallmark, Matthew Hillier, Terry Isaac, Joffa Kerr, Francois Koch, Calvin Liang, Z.S. Liang, Mike Malm, Dan McCaw, Danny McCaw, Greg McHuron, Dan Mieduch, Jim Morgan, Brenda Murphy, Scott Myers, George Northup, Ralph Oberg, Dino Paravano, Andrew Peters, Howard Rogers, Sherry 
Sander, Bill Sawczuk, Lindsay Scott, John Seerey-Lester, Suzie Seerey-Lester, Mian Situ, Ryan Skidmore, Adam Smith, Dan Smith, Tucker Smith, Gordon Snidow, George Strickland, Richard D. Thomas, Kent Ullberg, Curt Walters, Morgan Weistling, Kathy Wipfler, Sarah Woods, David Yorke and Jie Wei Zhou.
Trailside shines a special light on new works by wildlife artists Kyle Sims, Bonnie Marris (she has a gift for portraying grizzlies–check out the work over Emma’s desk, upstairs at J.H. Auction headquarters), Lindsay Scott, Dan Smith and Adam Smith. Each artist will have their own showcase; an artists’ reception will be held for these artists at Trailside on Saturday, September 19th.
If that isn’t enough, Western art legends Mian Situ and Richard D. Thomas will 
have their own showcases too.
How does Trailside pull all this off? With a remarkably energetic, devoted staff and two floors of gallery space, which, if you haven’t seen it, is impressive.
Trailside Galleries partners with the Gerald Peters Gallery for the 2009 Jackson Hole Art Auction, taking place September 19 at the Jackson Hole Center for the Arts.
For information, email Cara Kelly at cara@trailsidegalleries.com.
Jeff Ham and Malcolm Furlow open a new show, “The West – Expressions in Color,” August 1 – 15, at Mountain Trails Gallery. An artists’ reception takes place Thursday, August 6, 5-8 p.m. Mountain Trails is ensconced in its new space, on the northeast corner of Jackson Town Square. Haven’t been in? Now’s your chance–both artists will be on hand.
Is it me, or does this gentleman look angry? Ham portraits have conveyed pride, spirituality…check his earlier big, brightly painted, delineated portraits. They’re thinking, “I’m huge. I’m beautiful. I’m iconic.” Now, paint is thrown in the face of confidence, a bloodied history is realized, and Ham’s “Blue Indian” is tear tracked, a devastating accusation in his eyes.
This evolved perspective is a good reason to check out Ham’s new works. His color and composition spring from a background in illustration — Ham is a Disney veteran.
“I do my best to translate emotion and feelings into color and communicate my individual interpretation of each subject,” he explained. ”My goal is to capture spontaneity. As an artist I am learning to express myself in an honest and straightforward manner.”
Malcolm Furlow wears a coat of many painting colors; his vivid canvases reflect a love of the outdoors, landscape, Western history, cowboys and wildlife.
Furlow lives and works primarily at his northern New Mexico ranch. Sitting under 
the pinion trees provides peace and solitude that feed his creative soul. I remember a story about a bull, Ferdinand, who sat under a cork tree smelling flowers, away from all the other sparring, fighting bulls. It’s a story of peace. 307.734.8150.
Item #2:
Lyndsay McCandless plans on pulling out another First Friday this month. She’s got rocker Charlotte Potter and Friends set to play at Lyndsay McCandless Contemporary on Friday, August 7.
That’s great music. Drove by the gallery the other day, and McCandless still has works up; she’s not done. Perhaps she should just turn it all into a nightclub? A coffee house? We don’t have a coffee house. The kind with beatnik poets and red checked table cloths. Maybe Mike Bressler would show up and do a reading. Pay for his food. We don’t have a university town bookstore/bistro kind of place, where ensembles play cellos in the corner, and there are shelves and shelves of things to read, book-related items to buy, newspapers from around the world, AND art on the wall…ALL IN ONE PLACE. Breakfast would be nice, too.
Give 10% to the Art Blog, please. (nod, nod, wink, wink!)
PS: Lyndsay McCandless is promoting her new venture, SLAM, a farmer’s market for artists taking place on Saturdays, at 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, at the gallery. Finish up at the Town Square Farmer’s Market, then head on over to Jackson Street. 734.0649.
Item #3
CIAO Gallery’s deadline for entry to Nocturnes: Art Inspired by the Night 
was July 31, but give gallery director Michelle Walters a call if you missed it. Walters tells me that anyone applying for CIAO exhibitions can do so online, via the gallery’s website. “Nocturnes” opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, August 22.
CIAO’s next deadline, for its 2nd Annual Call of the Wild is August 7th. The show will run during Fall Arts Festival week. Check the website’s “Call to Artists” tab. For more information contact Walters, or visit www.ciaogallery.com.
The National Endowment for the Arts is in the process of reviewing the applications that were received for Recovery Act funds. The NEA received approximately 2,400 applications requesting support for projects that focus on the preservation of jobs in the arts, now under review. The amount of money requested by applicants far exceeds the nearly $30 million available for grants.
For Wyoming this means that, if an application is denied, applicants can look to other possible NEA sources:
• Wyoming’s state arts agency deadline has passed, but there may be a second deadline January 15, 2010, depending on funding.
• A designated local arts agency that receives Recovery Act funding. (See the list of state arts agencies and regional arts organizations on the NEA Web site; a list of local arts agencies that receive Recovery Act funding will be available in July.)
Applicants are encouraged to consider the NEA’s traditional funding opportunities: the Access to Artistic Excellence category deadline is August 13. The NEA Chairman will make final decisions on Recovery Act funding following the meeting of the National Council on the Arts at the end of June. Applicants will be informed of funding in July. In the meantime, check the “Recovery” section of the NEA web site for the most up to date information on all aspects of the NEA’s Recovery Act program. http://www.arts.gov/
