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Kathleen Peterson at Zion’s Bank 11th Art Show
November 10th, 2008
This year’s Zion’s Bank Art show, last Thursday November 6th, was incredibly well organized. Parked patrons were escorted to a tour bus which drove the few blocks to the art show. This is one of the best “free,” public events that I have attended all year. The selection of artists was incredibly varied, from contemporary favorites like Wendy Chidester and Dave Hall, to traditional Utah favorites Michael Coleman and Richard Murray.
Counterfeit Bronze Sculpture
November 6th, 2008
Bronze sculpture, and especially sculpture in editions, call for careful consideration before purchasing. In this internet-friendly generation we see troubling issues of copyright infringement and outright copying and counterfeiting of bronze work. Jane Dedecker and Gary Price are two of the most well known artists whose work has been copied thousands of times over and cast in mixed metals and other substances “posing” as bronze.
Spookin’ Art Show Wrap-up
November 1st, 2008
A few selections from Halloween on Main Street and in the gallery. Thank you to all of the talented young artists who participated in our Children’s Spookin’ Art Show, benefiting Arts Kids. The pieces will continue to hang through this week, so stop by to see the works.
Allan Mardon’s Latest Masterpiece
October 30th, 2008
The Secret to a Happy Life a condensed, easy-to-read philosophy gleaned from ancient times By Allan Mardon
William Morris “Native Species” Art Event
October 24th, 2008
Ultimately, “Native Species” is a result of [collecting experiences], what he has seen walking through forests and hiking through deserts, combined with what he has learned from art history and anthropological museums: Nature direct and nature filtered through cultural history.
Looking for a Fine Art Appraiser?
October 23rd, 2008
Don’t consider your own fine art appraising until it’s too late. In the past few years I’ve seen many clients who have had the misfortune of house fires, floods, and thefts. Always ask your gallery for a fine art evaluation and receipt with every purchase you make, and keep all of these documents in a safe, fire-proof place. Send copies to your insurance company, and take photos of your works and document in which home your pieces are placed.
People’s Choice Award Winner Scott Lloyd Anderson
October 17th, 2008
Gallery MAR artist Scott Lloyd Anderson was one of 53 artists who participated in the San Luis Obispo Art Center’s Plein Air Festival during the first week of October.
Aaron Memmott and Penelope Moore featured in Park Record
October 13th, 2008
Park City Artists Aaron Memmott and Penelope Moore featured in Park Record
US Today Features Winter Destination Park City
October 11th, 2008
The very walkable downtown, known as Old Town, is on the National Historic Register and filled with restaurants, shops and galleries [like Gallery MAR at 580 Main].
Bridge Academy Opening in Provo
October 10th, 2008
The instructors and co-founders are Jeff Hein, Justin Taylor, Sean Diediker and Ben McPherson, all primarily figurative painters. They have a very exciting message for the art community: “It seems that in today’s largely subjective world of art, many ‘artists’ lack the academic skills required to open their work up to limitless possibilities. Oftentimes, frustrated young artists attempt to express themselves early on before they have mastered the craft in which they have chosen to work. In so doing, they create boundaries that, ironically, permanently hinder their freedom of expression.”