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Artists go on Tour with Lance Armstrong
July 29th, 2009
Lance Armstrong has often partnered with Trek Bikes. Since 2002, Armstrong has more or less ridden “Project One” painted bikes. And as soon as he announced that he was returning to professional cycling, Trek’s creative group started working on custom bikes for the celebrated racer. As always, it was imporatant for Armstrong’s LIVESTRONG Global Cancer Campaign to be linked to his bikes.
Behind Bars– Art Therapy in Prison
July 29th, 2009
I’ve recently been fascinated with the art crime world, and wanted to find out more about what happens when art is a form of rehabilitation, rather than a commodity to be stolen and brokered. How does a criminal see, experience, and view art? Can the arts serve as rehabilitation for criminals and negligent youth? What about the safety of the artists and the protection of their craft? Just a few questions I’ve been exploring, with information on a few programs, below.
Penelope Moore, Artistic Inspiration in Process
July 22nd, 2009
Local Utah painter Penelope Moore is working on a new commission for the Eyrie Vineyards Winery in Oregon. Moore and her partner Aaron Memmott met this client at their “It’s a Lush Life” opening at Gallery MAR, last weekend, during the annual Park City Food and WIne calssic.
Art in Great [FREE] Spaces
July 16th, 2009
On recent trip to Seattle, Washington, I came across a new, fantastic art business venture. Empty spaces and needy artists unite in “Art in Great Spaces” in downtown Everett, Washington. From now until September 30th, “Art in Great Spaces” will feature working artists in five vacant storefronts around this downtown suburb. Six different artists will be featured during each six-week session. From painting and encaustics, to sculpture, the public is invited to observe, interact and learn. I walked in on a print-maker, who eagerly showed me her new works, and let me help operate her press.
Exciting, Upcoming Events at the Kimball Art Center
July 8th, 2009
It will be a hot time in the old town Thursday, July 30th. That’s when art patrons from the west converge at the 2009 Kimball Art Center’s Annual Art Auction and Gala. We hope you’ll be one of them. Besides the opportunity to enjoy the excellent food and drink alongside some of your favorite artists, you’ll have a chance to get heated up bidding in both silent and live auctions.
Gallery MAR artists at the Springville Museum of Art’s Annual Salon
July 3rd, 2009
Our artists, Jan Perkins and Rob Colvin are currently on view at the Springville Museum of Art. In celebration of the unique and varied landscape of the west, the Springville Museum of Art will open its new exhibit, Redrock, Sage & Pinon with its accompanying book by Museum Director, Dr. Vern G. Swanson & Dr. Donna Poulton, Painters of Utah’s Canyons and Deserts.
Sponsor an Artist Through Kiva.org
June 29th, 2009
Gallery MAR just gave a loan to a Kiva entrepreneur! Anyone can participate, starting with just $25, and 100% of every dollar you have loaned will be used by your entrepreneur to build their business. Kiva’s mission is to connect people through lending for the sake of alleviating poverty.
One Year Anniversary Media Coverage and Events!
June 27th, 2009
As we celebrate Gallery MAR’s one year anniversary, we are in good company! Thank you to the Park Record, Park City Magazine, and Southwest Art Magazine for their diligent coverage of our fantastic artists and events. Select the publications below to view our latest press.
Guerrilla Artists in the News
June 24th, 2009
Another favorite (and famous) guerrilla artist has seen more copyright infringement that almost any other artist! Shepard Fairey, a street artist famous for his red, white, and blue “Hope” posters of President Barack Obama, was arrested and accused of tagging property with graffiti this last January. He was arrested on his way to the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston for the opening of his first solo exhibition, “Supply and Demand.”
Painting in Progress– Jan Perkins at Gallery MAR
June 19th, 2009
Gallery MAR artist Jan Perkins stopped by last weekend to do a painting demonstration in the gallery. The photos above, taken over a two-day time period, show the progression of Perkins’ Main Street scene. Watch for this piece in the upcoming “Local Fireworks” First Anniversary show on Friday, July 3rd from 6 to 9 p.m.