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Amy Ringholz, Artist at Work

Amy Ringholz, Artist at Work

December 8th, 2011

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.

We Love Feedback

We Love Feedback

December 5th, 2011

The Humorous… “My wife loved her “Horse Stuff” painting [by Mary Scrimgeour], which was a better gift than a vacuum cleaner or rhinestone handled mop!” The Love Fest… ” I wish I could convey how warmly [my husband] and I speak of our experience with you at your gallery…

Happy Thanksgiving from Gallery MAR

Happy Thanksgiving from Gallery MAR

November 23rd, 2011

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.

Fred Calleri, New Works

Fred Calleri, New Works

November 19th, 2011

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.

Art Appreciation on the Blogosphere

Art Appreciation on the Blogosphere

November 18th, 2011

I’m always looking for new and interesting resource from which to gleam art collecting advice. And you never know when you’ll discover the next great artist. So I read through several art blogs and magazines each week in the pursuit of inspiration.

Shenanigans on Main Street

Shenanigans on Main Street

November 4th, 2011

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.

Brad Stroman Featured in Carolina Home Magazine

Brad Stroman Featured in Carolina Home Magazine

October 22nd, 2011

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.

“Set in Motion” by Michael S. Parker

“Set in Motion” by Michael S. Parker

October 21st, 2011

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.

Kimball Art Center Announces top 5 Architects for Transformation Project

Kimball Art Center Announces top 5 Architects for Transformation Project

October 19th, 2011

Last Thursday, the Kimball Art Center’s Jury selected 5 incredibly talented architects, from a pool of 18, to compete for the chance to design the KAC’s new redevelopment, the “Transformation” project. Be sure to mark their “Meet Your Designer Night” on your calendar. This evening of presentations will be at the historic Egyptian Theater on Wednesday, November 2nd from 5:30pm-6:30pm. The Top Five architects chosen to compete will make a short 10-minute presentation about their firms as they compete for the Kimball Art Center Transformation Project bid. The Kimball Art Center is inviting the public to attend this free and open event.

A Little Art “Goop”

A Little Art “Goop”

October 17th, 2011

Several years ago, I signed up for Gwyneth Parltrow’s Blog updates on her “GOOP” website. She typically opines on topics such as fashion and food (how does she eat so much pasta and stay so thin?!?) but this week there is a wonderful post from Maria Brito on artwork and what it means to collect, value, and appreciate it. You can see the link to the newsletter here, but I have excerpted a few choice pieces of information.