We wish you a prosperous and “artful” New Year!

Below, a few images from last night’s “The Good Things” exhibition, featuring Ron Russon and Mary Scrimgeour.

Join Gallery MAR for a unique showcase of jewelry by local artist KRYSIA RENAU.

Tuesday, December 27th from 3:00 to 8:00 pm.

View the Facebook Event Page here: Jewelry Trunk Show

With a passion for art and nature Krysia Renau designs and hand creates divine fashion jewelry using unusual stones, fabrics, and natural crystals.

“Growing up in Poland I’ve always loved nature and the beautiful art that is depicted in everything around me. My inspiration and creativity… come from everything around me that Mother Nature embraces me with.”

Combining sophistication and creativity, my designs constantly evolve to meet and dictate today’s fashion, with quality, elegance and distinctiveness. KRYSIA RENAU jewelry has a unique and exciting look that is sure to stand out. From gold plated necklaces, earrings to stunning statement rings and one-of-a-kind pieces with a little bit of vintage glamor.

Amy Ringholz, Artist at Work

Isn’t this studio incredible? The above photo shows Gallery MAR artist Amy Ringholz diligently at work on her latest exhibition “Menagerie,” which premiers Friday, January 13th at the gallery.

Please plan to join us, along with Ms. Ringholz, in the gallery for this exciting showcase of new artwork in both her traditional styles and the new “Urban Wildlife” series.

To all of our collectors and friends– we wish you a warm Thanksgiving with your friends and family.

Surround yourself with beauty this holiday, and join us for Gallery Stroll this Friday from 6 to 9 pm.

We are thankful for new paintings, from local artist Adam Winegar. Enjoy the selection, below.

Adam Winegar - Poplar Highlights

Adam Winegar - Three Trees

Adam Winegar - Cows

Fantastic new pieces from Fred Calleri, whose solo show “The Paper Moon Dance” will come to Park City in February, 2011.

I am particularly swooning over the “Tree of Life.” View more on Fred Calleri’s artwork page.

After two separate instances of sign swinging, resulting in costly damage to our sign, we have decided to employ a new tactic.

We hope it will divert hooligans from vandalizing our sign.

Take a peek at the pictures to see the handiwork of Park City Signs.

Don’t worry, the spikes are highly visible as you walk down the street– we are hoping it is deterrent enough!

Brad Stroman in North Caroline Home Magazine

Read the article, here: http://www.gallerymar.com/info/press/

As an artist-activist Brad combines his passion for making art with his concerns for our environment. His paintings have won acclaim from environmentalists and art lovers alike. Today his work is exhibited nationally in both solo and juried group shows. Currently represented by galleries in Pennsylvania, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Ohio, New Hampshire, South Carolina and North Carolina, Brad’s original paintings and giclees are also included in over 100 private and corporate collections.

Brad Stroman, "Winter Raven" 32" x 32" in Acrylic, 2011

During his 34 years spent as an art educator he received several honors through “Who’s Who of American Teachers” and the 1990 national ‘art teacher as artist’ award from the Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation. He belongs to several professional organizations, one of which includes the Colored Pencil Society of America where he achieved Signature Status. Stroman grew up in south-central PA but resides today in Black Mountain, NC with his wife, cat and two rescued dogs. His painting studio is located in the River Arts District in Asheville, NC. The district is a collection of old converted warehouses and is home to over 150 artists and craftsmen.

Painted in 2011 in oil, 48″ tall by 24″ wide.

Queen: And since you’ve been so good to poor old Granny, I’ll share a secret with you. This is no ordinary apple. It’s a magic wishing apple.

Snow White: A wishing apple?

Queen: Yes. One bite, and all your dreams will come true.

Snow White: Really?

Queen: Yes, girlie. Now, make a wish, and take a bite…

Michael S. Parker studied at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration. After a few years of freelancing and working in-studio for Castle Rock LLC, a company in Orem, Utah, Michael decided to continue his education with graduate studies in painting. For two years he studied at Laguna College of Art + Design in Laguna Beach, California. There he worked with artists Wes Christensen, Joe Gerges, and F. Scott Hess. In the Spring of 2009 Michael completed his studies at LCAD and received his Master of Fine Arts in painting. Currently, he is teaching at BYU, and painting in his studio. Michael lives in Utah with his wife Mary and three daughters.

Artist Statement

“My aim is to make memorable images. I choose to paint implied narratives through representational realism. It is my goal to make images that invite the viewer to participate in the narrative, to find themselves reflected in and connected to the characters within the story. I find that the implied narrative is a strong way of conveying emotions and meaning that people can interpret and connect to in many different ways. I search for levels of meaning within the painting, not only with the narrative but also through references to art history and my own personal artwork. Through my work, I seek to find interesting moments that present themselves through everyday living. I draw upon personal experiences as well as from the observations of others.”

Montana-based Gallery MAR artist Shawna Moore is presenting a sold our workshop at the Kimball Art Center this weekend. Fling in and out of town, she was able to bring new works for exhibiting at our gallery, as we are very excited to have them here. The chain elements and calligraphy work is expanding into circles and orbits in her work, and the color in this particular series is inviting and warm. Enjoy…

Shawna Moore - "Sokoto," 40" x 30"