Posts Tagged ‘bronze sculpture’
Diehl Gallery celebrates its 10th anniversary on Thursday, June 30, 5-9 pm. A large exhibition will be on display, filled with new works by every artist represented at the gallery. The show will benefit the Art Association of Jackson Hole: Diehl Gallery invites collectors to donate 10% of painting acquisitions costs and 5% of bronze sculpture acquisitions to the area arts non-profit. This big party, Diehl’s Fête 10th Anniversary, is open to all. Luscious refreshments will be provided by Ignight.
Diehl’s roster of artists includes Sheila Norgate, Ashley Collins, Adam Siegel, Jim Budish, Tyler Aiello, Carol O’Malia and Hung Liu.
For more information, contact Diehl Gallery at 307.733.090 www.diehlgallery.com
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Guess who’s coming to Artspace?
August 10 – September 30, 2011, Jacksonites will have the pleasure of viewing Andrew Wyeth: A Survey. Co-produced by the Art Association (A.A.) of Jackson Hole and the Gerald Peters Gallery (an ever-growing presence in our town, Gerald Peters builds art profiles for artists and organizations alike) the show is co-curated by Peter Marcelle and Camille Obering. The show, says the A.A.,” will present watercolor and egg tempera paintings by Andrew Wyeth, one of America’s most influential and well-known painters.”
Not an Art Association member? If you join up prior to this show, you are welcome to attend a sneak preview of the show on Tuesday, August 19th, 2011. Consider this your “heads up!” www.artassociation.org www.gpgallery.com
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Galleries West Fine Art holds an artists’ reception for the gallery’s new exhibit, Faces of Life, July 1, 5-8:00 pm. Portraits of man and beast make up this show. I noticed painter Dan Schultz’s beguiling works on the gallery’s website. Here’s a little bit about the artist, whose work appears at left:
“Dan Schultz began receiving awards for his artwork in national competitions as early as age 17. He graduated with honors from the commercial art program at Pensacola Christian College in Florida where the main focus of his studies was graphic design and illustration, but he soon realized that his true passion was fine art. Drawing inspiration from master artists such as John Singer Sargent, Joaquin Sorolla, Anders Zorn and others, Schultz continued to sharpen his drawing and painting skills at Cottonwood Artists’ School in Colorado Springs, Colorado. His skill was soon recognized by the school and he was asked to become an instructor at Cottonwood, making him the youngest to join the group of nationally recognized professional artists teaching there.”
For information, contact Debbie: 307.733.4412
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Just received this info: Heather James Fine Art presents COLOR SPEAKS, a show of works by five artists from the Art Students League of New York. Show opens Thursday, June 30, with a reception from 6-8:00 pm. Heather James notes that over the years the Art Students League “…has acquired works by faculty and outstanding students for its permanent collection, which now reflects 135 years of American art history. Selected for their use of vibrant color, four collection works have been loaned for this exhibition – all by prominent artists.” http://www.heatherjames.com
Yikes, I hope there’s still time to check out Jarrod Eastman’s artwork over at Full Circle Frameworks--A party happened this past Friday evening, and judging from what Rocky Vertone posted on Facebook, Eastman’s works look pretty alive and fun. I’m so not a smarty when it comes to the lingo of the 20 and 30-something Jackson art crowd, but I do know that Rocky’s venue is one-of-a-kind and that he is providing a much needed service for up-and-coming Jackson Hole artists.
Available Eastman art includes original works and limited edition prints. Vertone also says some “one off” pieces are up for sale at very affordable prices. So check it out, give Vertone a buzz for an update. 733-0770 at the shop.
Item #2: Art Association Offers Fall Classes
The Art Association of Jackson Hole has a full and diverse fall arts class schedule. Painting, drawing, ceramics, mixed media, metals, fiber, glass, photography, printmaking and sculpture are all on the roster. Classes are taught by an impressive group of artists, including but not limited to: Valerie Seaberg, Alissa Davies, Sam Dowd, Sharon Thomas, Kathy Turner, Amy Larkin, Georgia Mayer, Abbie Miller, Greg Epstein, Aaron Mitchell….
Visiting artists for adult classes include: Lian Quan Zhen (Class: Spirit of Life: Watercolor and Chinese Painting), Charles Reid (Figure in Watercolor), Donna 
Rozman (Ceramics, Color and Design), Danielle Corriea, Daniella Woolf, Rebecca Stern & Bronwyn Minton (Encaustic & Photographic Processes), Dan Haga (Advanced Silver Workshop), Bob Smith (Wildlife Photography), Elizabeth Opalenik (The Figure in Motion) and Johan Hagaman (Sculpting in Concrete: From High Art to Yard Art).
There are plenty of art classes for kids, too! Check out The Avery Mathieu Youth Scholarship Fund page to learn about a meaningful way to contribute to the Art Association’s ongoing commitment to youth.
For information, log onto the Art Association’s website here, or email signup@artassociation.org. You can download a pdf describing all courses and special programs. Phone: 307.733.6379.
PS: Rumor has it that the position of Art Association E.D. has been offered to someone from the field of applicants interested in that job.
Item #3: New Casting at Galleries West
Jackson hole sculptor R. Scott Nickell has a new bronze in the works – an Arapaho Dancer. The figure depicts a warrior relating his story of valor through ceremonial dance. If you’ve ever attended a pow wow, you know how gorgeous and mesmerizing these dances are.
Says Nickell, “Gripping a war shield in one hand and a gunstock war club in the 
other, (the dancer’s) performance illustrates the act of counting coup during battle. In Native tradition, counting coup (touching an adversary with the tip of the war club) was a braver feat than killing an enemy, since it involved more danger to the warrior himself. Feathers were given as rewards for these acts of bravery and were displayed like medals of honor by the warriors.”
I haven’t told you about the deal: Nickell is offering a pre-cast discount for those ordering before November 15th. Pre-cast price is currently $5500, but if ordered by November 15th, a 5% discount is applied. Time to start thinking about those holidays…..For full details on the piece and special payment arrangements, contact Galleries West at 307.733.4412 or email info@gallerieswestjacksonhole.com.
“Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
Happy trails to you, keep smilin’ until then.
Who cares about the clouds when we’re together?
Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather.
Happy trails to you, ’till we meet again.” – Dale Evans
Big Piney native and Jackson Hole high school graduate, D. Michael Thomas, now a resident of Buffalo, had his large scale bronze sculpture, “Talk About Your Cowboy,” dedicated at the University of Wyoming Alumni House last Friday afternoon as part of UW’s annual Homecoming. Cast at Cody’s Caleco Foundry the work stands 10 feet high and depicts an 1880′s cowboy and his horse clad in period garb and equine tack.
Jackson Realtor Jeanie Staehr was on hand at the dedication; Staehr, as a former Alumni Association board member, worked to make the idea of Thomas’ installation become reality.
“It was a natural to have a native Wyoming artist and a graduate of UW create a bronze statue that captures the Wyoming spirit we wanted, to adorn the grounds at the UW Alumni House–we’re thrilled with the outcome,” said Staehr.
The work took 10 months to complete; five months to sculpt the form, and another five to cast. Thousands of years old, the lost wax casting process is the process by which a bronze is cast from an artist’s sculpture.
To see an image of Thomas’ sculpture, and learn more about the project, visit www.wyoalumni.com.
Thomas’ next monumental bronze project will be a portrait of the late country western singer and rodeo star Chris LeDoux.
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This article appeared in the Jackson Hole News & Guide’s August 2008 issue.
What: Trailside Galleries’ Annual “Western Classics” Show
When: Opening Reception Thursday, August 21 5-7 pm
Where: Trailside Galleries, 130 East Broadway
Telephone: 307.733.3186
Sculptor Bruce Greene’s exuberant, life-sized bronze sculpture, “A Cowboy’s Carnegie Hall,” just might be the signature work for Trailside Galleries’ 2008 “Western Classics” Show, celebrating the best of Western-themed art. This year, the annual event will be held for the first time at Trailside’s new, dynamic two-story space on East Broadway.
Leading Western artists bring their finest bronze sculptures and paintings to the coveted venue, and gallery owner Maryvonne Leshe is looking to make the most of this year’s exhibition. The show’s short list includes many Cowboy Artists Arists of America members. Bill Anton, Dan Mieduch, Paul Mann, Robert Duncan, Richard Thomas, Bill Nebeker and Herb Mignery are just some of the artists contributing a variety of masterful original works.
As is tradition, the Western Classics Show pays homage to the historic and contemporary west, as well as western Indian subjects.
“We pride ourselves on our collection of bronze sculptures,” says Leshe. “And our collection of landscape paintings is breathtaking. The new gallery is an exciting space to view these works. The two-story entry stone fireplace magnificently displays painter Howard Rogers’ expansive landscape for instance, and we have lots of ‘rooms within rooms’ at the new gallery.” Visitors can wander in and around expertly lighted gallery partitions, and discover intimate spaces showcasing smaller works. The gallery also carries a fine selection of contemporary western furnishings.
A quick peek at painter Bill Anton’s page on Trailside’s website is all it takes to appreciate the artist’s popularity. Most works are marked “Sold,” and Anton is considered one of the finest impressionistic painter-portraitists of the contemporary working cowboy. Painter Paul Mann is a kindred spirit and avid researcher, having grown up loving the old West and relishing, in his words, the “Golden Age of Illustration.” Indeed, a great percentage of fine western painters began their careers as illustrators, proportionately developing their artistic expertise with their love of western landscapes and cultures. Drama and an attention to strong light mark Mann’s work.
Sculptor Herb Mignery’s 28-inch high bronze portrait, “Seventy Winters,” is a favorite of Leshe’s. “The Indian’s exhaustion and cold are so evident in this sculpture,” she says. “Mignery beautifully captures the emotion and power of this moment in time.”
Leshe and her staff are looking forward to Thursday night’s reception. Expect music, delicious fare, plenty of western hospitality and room to roam. And of course, a grand display of inspired western art.
Says Leshe, “We’ll make this a “Cowboy’s Carnegie Hall” kind of party!”
Tammy Christel