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New Collection of Paintings from Amy Ringholz
December 20th, 2013
It is with delight that we are able to share a few new selections of artwork from Amy Ringholz, whose show “WONDERLAND” will arrive in Park City for the 2014 Sundance Film Festival. More surprises await you… but for now, enjoy these special paintings and please do call the gallery with any questions.
The Old Block — Gallery MAR Featured in Salt Lake Magazine
December 12th, 2013
Historic Park City is magical year-round. The small town charm combined with amazing dining and unmatched culture is truly unbeatable.
An Artful Cocktail, from the Gallery MAR Staff
November 26th, 2013
And now, for something very different. To whet your appetite this week! With the holidays coming, cocktail parties and social get-togethers are on everyone’s minds (and lips!). Here, a few favorite libations from our Gallery MAR staff.
New Addition to Gallery MAR, Rebecca Kinkead
November 11th, 2013
We have a wonderful new addition to Gallery MAR, all the way from Vermont. Rebecca Kinkead has brought us six new works fresh from her snowy studio, and I’m certain that our collectors will soon fall in love with her paintings. Rebecca Kinkead’s enticing paintings offer the sunny side of the human experience.
More than $1Billion of Looted Art Found in Germany
November 4th, 2013
Courtesy of ArtInfo.com, a new cache of stolen artworks have been found in Germany. Focus, a German magazine, first broke the story this weekend. The story, below… The German government said Monday that it had been informed months ago about a valuable trove of art discovered in a Munich apartment, which a German magazine describes as a collection of hundreds of works confiscated by the Nazis or sold cheaply by people desperate to leave Germany.
Park City One of America’s Best Towns for Halloween
October 25th, 2013
Squirrels, bees, sheep with Bo Peep, and bratwursts with mustard on buns: these are a few of the elaborately costumed dogs that march with their decked-out owners in “Bark” City’s Howl-o-Ween street party. It’s part of the bewitching charm of this old silver-mining town east of Salt Lake. Park City Ghost Tours takes visitors hunting for spirits while sharing ghastly tales of their lives and deaths.
Visiting Art Museums with Kids
October 14th, 2013
This week’s blog is a scoop from the well-known Goop blog, written by none-other than Gwyneth Paltrow. The Blog, and newsletter, are typically fashion and lifestyle focused, with a few hidden gems on collecting and appreciating art. Her tastes are varied, and she often works with her own fine art consultant, to purchase works.
Guest Blog – Pet Portrait Artist Cristall Harper
October 3rd, 2013
It’s easy to love downtown Park City. It’s the most dog-friendly and artsy town I’ve ever been in, all wrapped up in colorful mountains, trendy store fronts, and perfect weather. Buttercup and I enjoyed the early afternoon together on a business trip to Park City.
Alpine – Adonis Bronze – Foundry Visit
September 25th, 2013
The gallery staff headed down to Alpine today for a morning tour of a foundry. Their primary specialty is bronze casting, but they also work with steel and even 22 karat gold. Donning safety glasses, we were led from room to room to follow the more than 9 steps that make up the casting process, from clay sculpture all the way to finished and patina-colored sculptures.
Art and Architecture Feature for Shawna Moore
September 5th, 2013
One of our favorite magazines that highlights the west is Western Art and Architecture Magazine. They have highlighted several of our top artists, including Amy Ringholz, Matt Flint, and Shawna Moore. This summer’s edition features a stunning home “Hayley’s Hideaway” in Montana, and several encaustic paintings by Shawna Moore are displayed within the beautiful home.