Monday, January 23, 2012

Craft in Alabama

I've just returned from Orange Beach and the opening reception for Craft in Alabama at the Orange Beach Arts Center. Thanks to Juli Jordan for inviting me to show and for creating such an interesting mix of art and artists. The reception was lovely and many people turned out to support the arts. The evening was so pleasant with good food and wine and conversation. My work in this exhibit will remain until March 17, just after the Orange Beach Festival of Arts March 10 and 11. Here are two links:
http://www.orangebeachartcenter.com/exhibits.php
http://www.obfoa.com/

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Art Shows for Winter/Spring 2012

I hope 2012 has started well for you. I've been invited to show my work in two galleries in the coming months. I've created some new pieces for these shows, and look forward to the opening receptions. Both are exciting venues that are new to me, so I like the idea that some new folks will be able to view my work.

I was pleased to be invited to show my artwork at the gallery in the Unitarian Universalist Church in Birmingham.
The church is at 4300 Hampton Heights Drive in Homewood, near I-65 and Green Springs off West Valley Avenue. The worship space is lovely, with two long walls of glass and views of trees and mountains, and two long walls of gallery space. It is great to have such a large space with neutral walls and lots of light. The opening reception will be Sunday, February 12, from 2-4pm. This is my first solo show, and I'm very happy to be exhibiting here. My work will be here for the three months of February, March, and April.

If you have a beach trip planned to the Gulf Coast, you may also see my work featured at the Orange Beach Art Center January 20 through March 17. The center is at 26389 Canal Road in Orange Beach. I was invited to be part of an exhibit called Craft in Alabama to showcase artists who use traditional methods to create contemporary art. A couple of fellow members of Alabama Designer Craftsmen (ADC) are also participating in this show. Please see

http://www.orangebeachartcenter.com/exhibits.php for more information. If you check the link, you will see my piece "Exploring Turtle Island" at the top of the page.

I'm looking forward to the shows and hope to see you at one or both receptions.