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Brad Stroman at the Hudson River Museum in New York
January 29th, 2011
As we highlighted in an earlier edition of News MAR, Brad Stroman’s work was recently featured in an exhibition at the Hudson River Museum in New York. The exhibition focused on how American painters (from the Hudson River School to contemporary American movements) interpret nature, and in particular leaves. “Paintbox Leaves: Autumnal Inspiration from Cole to Wyeth” exhibited more than sixty works tracing the history of the American Autumn landscape painting, beginning with brilliantly-hued fall scenes created by Hudson River School painters such as Jasper Cropsey, Frederic Edwin Church and Thomas Cole.
Amy Ringholz Artist Profile
January 27th, 2011
Amy Ringholz Artist Profile. Coming from a family history rich with painters and creative artists and bringing a strong Midwest work ethic, Ringholz gravitates to art naturally. As a result, she brings a sense of boundless joy and energy to her work. Friends and acquaintances of the artist personally attest to experiencing the fun, excitement and wonder of “Amy’s world”.
Parisian Art “Stock Exchange” Launching this Month
January 23rd, 2011
A&F markets will offer shares in works by modern artists such as Anselm Kiefer. Culture-lovers who cannot afford to hang a modern master on their wall will soon be able to buy shares in art works as the first art stock exchange prepares to open in the French capital.
Bubbles, Peanuts, and Packaging: Shipping Fine Art
January 18th, 2011
We have been busy at Gallery MAR with gorgeous winter show works coming in. Jennifer and I have been busy unwrapping packages and hanging works, which reminds me that this is a great time to write about the packaging and shipping of fine art.
Collector Focus: Bill Redeker in Western Art and Architecture Magazine
January 15th, 2011
Collector and friend-of-the-gallery Bill Redeker recently gave an exclusive to Western Art and Architecture Magazine. The magazine was invited into his home in order to write a feature on his home and artwork collection. See a glimpse below and view the entire article on our Press Page.
Sundance Announcement and Gallery Rental News
January 9th, 2011
From the Sundance Film Festival website: 2011 Sundance Film Festival Announces Films in Competition. “The Festival is a challenge to narrowly define. It is all at once exciting, fun, crazy, engaging, visceral, and sometimes even painful…but ultimately what we will experience for 10 days in January is different for each of us.” -John Cooper
Ginger Bowen Featured in Southwest Art Magazine
January 4th, 2011
Check out Gallery MAR’s Press Page for the whole article on Ginger Bowen’s still life artistic expertise. Southwest Art Magazine, January, 2011 “WIT AND WISDOM”– Ginger Bowen
Happy New Year Countdown 2010
December 31st, 2010
Ruminating on the incredible year (nearly) behind us, I want to thank all of our Gallery MAR Blog readers, artists, collectors, and friends. We have an incredible art community here in Park City and Jennifer and I are very thankful to be a part of something to magical. Art is necessary. Art allows us to truly see ourselves. Art is magical.
Happy Holidays from Gallery MAR
December 23rd, 2010
Enjoy the photos below, from our First Annual “Winter Solstice” Holiday Lights Electric Parade on Main Street.
Kimball Art Center “Chairity” Auction Raises $70,000
December 21st, 2010
Last Friday was an exciting night at the Canyon’s as the Kimball Art Center auctioned off artistically decorated chair lifts for both local non-profits and the KAC. Total sales for the night were around $90,ooo, most of which went to supporting programs and events at the Kimball Art Center.