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Don’t Hang Your Art
May 27th, 2017
Put away your measuring tape, your hammer and nails, your fear of putting holes in your walls—it turns out that you don’t have to hang your art at all. One of the most popular ways to display artwork these days requires far less commitment than that. Simply set the art on the floor, or on a shallow shelf, and lean it up. The result is casual-looking but refined, with a little bit of treasure-hunt intrigue mixed in. And you can switch it right up without worrying over the holes you’ve put in the wallpaper.
New Artists Julia Morgan-Leamon and Faye Mylen
May 26th, 2017
Gallery MAR is proud to now represent the lively, adventurous work of artist Julia Morgan-Leamon and the tranquil, graceful work of artist Faye Mylen.
Sarah Winkler’s Commission at New Scottsdale Resort
May 6th, 2017
Besides looking forward to her exhibition at Gallery MAR this summer (“Past/Present” opening June 30), Sarah Winkler has another big announcement — the installation of her commissioned painting in the restaurant and lounge, Hearth ’61, at the new resort, Mountain Shadows in Scottsdale, AZ. The hotel found her work through her Instagram artwork! Sarah recently […]
Studio Series: James Penfield
May 5th, 2017
By Kirsten Nicholas Artist James Penfield is a Minnesota native currently living in Minneapolis. His painting combines ideas of photography, design, and nature in a way that analyzes our rapidly changing environment – both technologically and physically. Some of his noted collaborations include Vice Magazine, Converse, MN Vikings LLC, and the Denver Children’s Hospital. He’s […]
Essential Questions: Artist Fatigue
April 28th, 2017
So you’ve got our attention (or a gallery’s initial attention). How do you hold it? If you’ve got a Facebook, Instagram or Twitter page, try to post something on a regular basis that allows those interested in your work to follow its progression, growth, shifts, and your new projects.
Art Makes the Difference — Even for John Mellencamp
April 22nd, 2017
While Daufuskie is Mellencamp’s refuge, he readily throws open the five guest rooms to friends and family, proof that a once forlorn and overgrown piece of real estate has become absolutely essential. “John really uses this place now,” Gibson notes. “I take that as a huge compliment.”
Deer Valley + Solitude Donate and are Gifted a Painting
April 19th, 2017
Everyone wins when an artist uses her heart and talents to create something beautiful to benefit Utah Open Lands. Bridgette Meinhold has allowed us to re-post this blog from her website, describing her latest (and most generous) creation.
Gallery MAR on 1stdibs
April 16th, 2017
Gallery MAR is excited to announce our new partnership with the online marketplace, 1stdibs.com. This innovative platform provides a streamlined online fine art shopping experience.
Kimball Art Center, Annual Gala Featuring Richard Serra
April 7th, 2017
The annual Gala is a longstanding tradition that provides critical funding that directly supports the Kimball Art Center’s exhibitions, educational programs and events. This event illustrates the power of art and creativity and the critical role it plays in the health of our community.
Moore & Rothko
April 5th, 2017
Encaustic artist Shawna Moore has found inspiration in the color-field paintings and philosophies of her predecessor, Mark Rothko; however, it is essential to understand the idiosyncratic differences of Moore’s work in order to truly appreciate and experience her art