Last night was the Opening Night Preview for Art Chicago 2011. From 3-6pm, the Women’s Board of the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago (MCA) hosted an exclusive preview. Thereafter, the night continued with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres for Black Pass holders. Energy flowed up and down the hallways with sales and enthusiasm for many of our artists. We were were able to see many old friends and make new ones. Stop by and visit us if you are in the area. Contact us for guest passes if you need them. The show is open through May 2nd.
April 29th, 2011 by Gail Severn Gallery
Michael Gregory on cover of Jesse’s Ghost: A Novel
February 23rd, 2011 by Gail Severn Gallery
Michael Gregory’s painting, “One Way of Looking,” is the cover for a new book by Frank Bergon, “Jesse’s Ghost: A Novel.”
“Jesse’s Ghost” is a powerful novel about a man haunted by the crime he committed decades ago and the realization that the ghosts of his past will always haunt him. These are the sons and daughters of the people portrayed in Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath–Dust Bowl descendants who came of age when toughness, hard work, and loyalty defined what it meant to be a man in America.
heydaybooks.com
cover design: Lorraine Rath
Judith Kindler - PONCHO Artist of the year!
September 21st, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryCongratulations to Judith Kindler for being awarded with PONCHO artist of the year!
Christopher Reilly
September 7th, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryChristopher Reilly gave an artist chat at the gallery on Saturday. He did an encaustic demonstration and everyone really loved it! Here are a few photos of his demonstration.
“Encaustic” painting was first practiced centuries ago by the Greeks and Romans, and means “burned in,” implying the use of heat. Traditionally the process involved heating and mixing of dry pigments and beeswax, and it results in a rich, lustrous surface.
Tony Foster
July 31st, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryTony Foster has been hidden away at a secret spot painting for his upcoming show “Secret Sites - Watercolour Diaries by Tony Foster.” The show opens September 4th and we are all very excited about it! Checkout some of these photographs of Tony working on the new work and his secret spot!
Laura McPhee Article
July 29th, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryThe Idaho Mountain Express has a great article about Laura McPhee’s current show here at the gallery, “Guardians of Solitude”.
McPhee captures wildfire devastation and rejuvenation through a large-format Deardorf viewfinder camera, which allows her to create large photographs with impeccable detail and rich color.
“It’s more about how we perceive things than the fire itself,” McPhee said. “I think these images are very Japanese in their look.”
Last summer, McPhee returned to the region to photograph the aftermath of several Sawtooth National Forest wildfires for her book “Guardians of Solitude, “a sequel to “River of No Return.”
Read the rest here:
Large-format images reveal aftermath of wildfires: Photographer Laura McPhee exhibits Guardians of Solitude
Judith Kindler Art Studio
July 21st, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryBeth just had the pleasure of visiting Judith Kindler in Seattle at her amazing studio. Beth was honored to be Judith’s model for her next body of work and is so excited! The work is going to be incredible! For now check out Judith’s amazing studio.
Laura McPhee - “Guardians of Solitude”
July 21st, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryOn exhibit now are Laura McPhee’s incredible photographs. This is her 8 x 10 view camera.
Gail Severn Gallery’s Sculpture Garden
July 20th, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryOur sculpture garden is a great place for a private event or a great place to have a tour and view great art! We have many fountains and sculptures by our artists in the 2 acre garden. We take people by appointment so give us a call!
It’s a great place for a wedding or event!
Come take a tour of our sculpture garden!
Julie Speidel Opening
July 13th, 2009 by Gail Severn GalleryWe had a great turn out at Julie’s opening! Her clients love the new work! Come check out the show!
