Sunday, December 5, 2010

Black and White Friday

We recently had our Black and White Friday exhibition, the latest color-themed exhibition at the gallery. The event was actually a twist on the annual “Black Friday” an economic term for the largest shopping day of the year, the Friday after Thanksgiving, that traditionally pushes business into the black - or profit margin. We thought it would be a fun challenge to use the theme to challenge our artists and it worked. Our artists stepped up to the challenge creating some rare, unique, and wonderful works of art.

Ja
yne Adams hasn't worked in black and white since her college days, but she stepped up to this challenge and created three amazing pieces.

Kim Bernard became so inspired by the idea she is now creating a series of black and white encaustic's, beginning with two currently on show.


Dustan Knight created her koi series in black and white with just a hint of red. This was a nice surprise to see her stretch her skills as a fine art watercolorist.

Not to mention, Michael Palmer came out of now where and created his Favela series in just black and white ink. The show also feature Jeanne’ McCartin’s wall sculpture from the haunting “Dreams and Nightmare" series.
Even Carol Roll, surprised us at the last minute by creating a small mache sculpture and Lauren Pollaro created a wonderful small mixed media assemblage.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Jayne Adams takes on Halloween

Halloween is a time of celebration and superstition. Halloween has long been thought of as a day when the dead can return to the earth, and ancient Celts would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off these roaming ghosts.

I wanted to share these rare, ghostly and fun paintings by Jayne Adams. They are spectacular, fun, well painted, and the compositions are wonderful.


Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Heading to Boston International Fine Art Show

We are very excited to announce that we will be participating in the Boston International Fine Art Show, November 18 - 21st. This will be our second year participating in this fine event. Swing on by and see us at Booth #3, same booth as last year.

This piece by William Thomson will be just one of many fine paintings and sculpture featured at our booth.

I recently discovered "Unknown" on my last trip to Thomson's home. He painted this masterpiece in the late 1970's as part of his wind series. This is one of the few pieces left in this series, in fact the only large piece (50 x 40) still available.





Friday, September 24, 2010

Tidbit on Mr. Dennis Perrin

On my last visit to Perrin's studio, he showed me the location where he creates his masterful paintings. Once I saw the pond and location I knew there were pictures to be taken.


Dennis led me down a secluded path, suddenly I realized how quite it was you could hear the birds, crickets, frogs, and a slight rustle of the leaves. I could feel myself relaxing, merging myself into Perrin's world. Once we walked to the end of the path it opened up to an amazing and beautiful pond full nympheas all along it's edge. The colors were peaceful and soft just like his paintings. I wasn't ready to go back to Provincetown that's for sure, but I knew I had to get these masterful paintings to the gallery for you to enjoy.

Paintings>>>

Monday, August 23, 2010

Fast, Fast, Fast

Wow, what a fast summer. Sorry for the long hiatus folks, but this summer has kept us on our toes, with some fabulous openings and an amazing new artist added to our stable.

I just wanted to post a quick update. More to come...

We are proud to announce artist / painter Nancy Depew as part of our stable of artists, we will be debuting her with Sydney Bella Sparrow on Friday, September 3rd for our annual still life exhibit.

Nancy Depew<<<

Thursday, June 17, 2010

For the Love of Food at Childrens Museum of NH

Ok, as you know I hardly ever talk about my own art work, but I am pleased to be part of "For the Love of Food" Exhibit in Dover, at the The Children's Museum of New Hampshire.

This summer, Gallery 6 has partnered with noted dietician Eileen Behan of Rye, NH, in For the Love of Food, an art exhibit featuring nutritious foods – especially fruits and vegetables – depicted in attractive and irresistible ways. Read More>>>

Stop on by to see these wonderful works and check out the three pieces, by yours truly, on show curated by Tess Feltes. My career as a painter started in seacoast New Hampshire over 10yrs ago and it's very exciting to be back in the area.

More than a dozen New Hampshire artists have been invited to contribute to this visual smorgasbord with artwork – in mediums such as painting, photography, and illustration – that celebrates food. Fosters Daily Democrat>>>

Need another way to convince your kids to eat their fruits and veggies? A new exhibit at the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire aims to help parents do just that. The Wire>>>

There’s been a lot of attention of nutrition and children lately. I happened to watch one episode of Jamie Oliver’s show Food Revolution a few weeks back and had some flashbacks to my own experience in the school cafeteria. Seacoast Online>>>

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Art for the Generations

As your children grow up wouldn't it be nice to pass on the one gift, that keeps on giving... Art!

Investing in art early can be rewarding, enjoyable, a conversation starter for both you and your children and it can be handed down to them to boot!

Here is how you can easily get started;
First, find a piece of art that you love then do some research on it.
Second, ask some questions; the questions you want to ask are:

  • How long has the artist has been paintings?
  • What does the artist's resume / biography look like and reveal about their artistic style?
  • What key information does the resume / biography reveal about the artist's motivation and artistic direction?
  • What is the educational background and who have they studied under.
Some other points to consider:
  • Check out what museums and colleges and museums are collecting your favorite artist. Colleges invest in art for the future and museums invest not only for value but to bring in the largest crowd.
  • Finally, ask yourself "why do I want to start collecting/investing in this artist?"
You can ask the gallery for this information and any reputable gallery will be happy to provide you with this information.

For instance, William Thomson's art is collected by Marietta College and The New Britain of American Art, whom just pulled his work from their private collection for "The Great American Watercolor" show.

Also watch who is collecting the artist, for instance Michael Palmer has collectors such as Danny Devito and Bill Cosby.

So remember when your investing just don't buy anything, make sure you love it and know why your collecting it.

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Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Season Begins

We have our second show “Wild and Wonderful” coming up, an excursion into the worlds created by two distinct artists that have the technical skill to convincingly create alternate places.

The exhibit featuring Erin McFarland and Lauren Pollaro opens at the Bowersock Gallery,with a reception on Friday, May 28, from 7 to 9 p.m. The show runs through June, 15.

McFarland is a woman of vision, with an individual style that convincingly creates a world inhabited by unique creatures. Women with dreamy and haunting eyes move freely in an ethereal wilderness among the animals. The fluidity of McFarland’s style enhances the other worldliness of her uniquely representational imagery.

Pollaro's assemblages of created and found components are deftly worked, and yet appear to have always been in the finished state – always meant to be. Her work appears effortless and predestined. The use and manipulation of medium, and applied paint places Pollaro’s assemblage squarely in the realm of art.


Friday, April 23, 2010

This Man is Important!

William Thomson is showing with Master Artists, John Singer Sargent, Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, and Edward Hopper just to name a few; at New Britain Museum of American Art, their exhibition; The Great American Watercolor, folks this is HUGE!!!

I highly recommend paying attention to artist William Thomson, if you have always looked at his work and wanted a piece now is the time. I truly believe he will be an artist that will go down in our art history books, as a master painter of our time. To back that up, New Britain Museum of American Art, has an exhibition coming up; The Great American Watercolor Apr. 24 - July 3, 2010 Opening Reception, 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 25, 2010.

New Britain Museum stated in Art New England, this is the first time that they have pulled out their private collection for a show such as this; "Never before shown as a group, 130 of the most distinguished examples will be featured in The Great American Watercolor."

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Spectacular 2010

"Sneak Peak" opens today, highlighting new artists in our 2010 season. It promises a look at what’s to come during Bowersock's 11-exhibition year including a new “feature” wall and an introduction to the gallery’s newest artists; guests and signed. Read More>>>

Diane Kirkpatrick came on board as a guest artist at the end of last season, creating an immediate impact. She is now a signed artist.

Having toured our artists’ studios throughout the winter months, witnessing the work each is doing, the season could only be dubbed “Spectacular."

Jane Adams was also brought on board at the tail end of last season. She too immediately resonated with collectors. Adams focus is the figure.

Other artists joining us this season, still life painter - Christopher Pothier, sculptors, Carol Roll and Trisha Coates.

Swing on by the gallery, this exhibit is up through May 14th.

Friday, April 9, 2010

Carol Frances and International Artist Magazine

We are very excited for Carol Frances, she a FINALIST in the Challenge No. 56 Flowers and Gardens competition.

Carol Frances joined the gallery as an emerging artist 2 years ago and now she is an artist to pay attention to. Working hard creating these unique stand alone works of art.

INSPIRATION
Extravagant patterns of antique text and the shimmer of gold leaf – marry these together with a well rendered subject and oh my! Sometimes I can’t explain just how the complicated chemistry of a successful painting comes together. Carol Frances~ International Artist Magazine


Friday, March 19, 2010

Furniture Makes its Mark

Starting this spring the gallery will introduce two incredible furniture designers and furniture makers to our stable of artists; Jack Rodie and George Beland. Although Rodie joined us last year with his Za Zen cabinet, he will be introducing two other pieces this summer starting off with his Cherry Bench arriving the 1st of May.

George Beland will be joining us with his foundation line; affordable and modern, featuring clean lines and thoughtfully balanced proportions - perfect for any cozy urban space or that salty cape cod home. He is one of a handful of hot craftsmen coming out of his local area, creating waves with his different style of story telling. Recently featured in the Portsmouth Herald Spotlight for his show in NYC.

Swing by soon, you have got to see these finely crafted pieces.




Friday, March 5, 2010

We're Back to Blogging; with a Fresh 2010 Look!

Hi Folks, sorry for the long hiatus, but we have been making planes and preparing the gallery for your arrival. Spring is almost here!

This is a bad photo on my part, but it's truly amazing. Artist, Diana Kirkpatrick.

We have a couple new artists, a new look, a refreshed new website, some fresh paint, and a great lineup for you this season. We are still working on the timing and placement of our exhibits, but we do have Michael Palmer, Diana Kirkpatrick, Jeanne' McCartin, Amy Palmer, and Patricia Kaufman booked, just to name a few.



This is what we have been up to, refreshing the gallery. Its been hard work, but a lot of fun and seeing the end result, fantastic! No more red wall. Take peak at our new color and floor: head to our features then photos>>>.





Sunday, February 28, 2010

New Website Coming

It's been awhile since our last post. Some quick updates; coming soon our new website and a new location for our blog. Please visit us at bowersockgallery.com.

Our website, online store, and future new space for Bowersock Art Blog is on its way.

These unique, and highly collectible earrings from Sandra McCaw are available in store and now online.

Sorry for the long pause.



Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Glorious Water ohh Glorious Watercolor

Dustan Knight is at it again, "Amoskego Falls" by Knight was recently commissioned by New Hampshire State Council for the Arts. What an amazing piece. I saw it in person before the installation and it knocked my socks off, it's a whopping 72" x 48" original watercolor. If your in the area of Manchester, NH I highly recommend seeing the piece in person.

Just installed in the new Library at the Manchester Community College Campus in Manchester NH.
"The competition is tip-top for these awards and I am thrilled to have one of my paintings included."~ Dustan Knight

The Arts program is a national program that reserves 1/2% (or there abouts) of a public buildings' overall budget for original art. The process for submitting proposals for consideration is a lengthy one. Artists must first qualify to present through a jury process and then, if they are selected, they go to the site for a tour and building presentation. They have a couple months to come up with a proposal for the site. Usually the folks that live or work at the building site participate in the jurying so they are able to request the art pieces create a certain feeling, or relate to the buildings use or location. Some of the ideas from the group suggested water and reference to Manchester the Amoskeag River. It was the main travel and working route for lumber and transporting wool. The mills along its shores really defined the city in the 1800's and early 1900's. The waterfall is a source of electric power and recently the State has built a salmon ladder. The river is one of just a few North Atlantic salmon spawning river left and many nature conservancy groups have come together to try to make it passable for the fish to travel upstream once again. Its a very fragile project that has actually succeeded to some extent. There are salmon ladder windows that allow visitors to actually watch the fish underwater as they swim upstream against the tremendous flow of the falls. Very dramatic and powerful. "I was thinking about all that plus the effort of being in school and struggling against the real world's demands to seek higher level of understandings. I know I often felt like I was fighting to succeed in my career during my years at school. The library is really where it all happens, you are on your own, pushing ahead...striving."~ Dustan Knight. It is painted so 'big' - big color big expression.