DECEMBER 5-31, 2009

JANE AUKSHUNAS

"The soothing and regenerative power of nature has had a profound influence on me throughout my life. I find a deep sense of serenity in the natural world. As an artist, I attempt to convey that by capturing the serenity that is so often lacking in our frantic mobile phone and email culture. That many of my works are displayed in hospitals and the offices of health professionals leads me to believe that I have captured that essence of tranquility and that the feeling tones in my art help to soothe people's emotions.

I live in the Northwest in a region with diverse terrain that is rich with what may be the widest variety of crops in the world. Consequently there is much in my environment to inspire the landscapes I create. My graphic simplifications of the landscape pare down the world around me to the essential elements, shapes, and colors that are the crux of my imagery. Vibrant color and sensuality of line give my work a playful and contemporary feeling.

To capture the abundance of color in this world, I prefer working with thick applications of richly-colored oil pastels. When I apply them, I feel as though I’m massaging my work into being. In my use of color, I identify with the early 1900s European artists who were dubbed the Fauves (wild beasts) whose leading member was Henri Matisse. Other influences include Georgia O’Keeffe, Emily Carr, Paul Gauguin, Henri Rousseau, Thomas Hart Benton, Grant Wood and Wanda Ga’g.

While studying at the Parson’s School of Design in New York City and earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the Massachusetts College of Art, I focused on fashion design, but my primary interest was in the colors and textures most often associated with ethnic costumes. That interest in color and texture can be seen in my work today."

NOVEMBER 7-30, 2009

Original Paintings by artist
MIMI FOX

OCTOBER 3-31 , 2009

Tina Gallagher

Original Oil Paintings

SEPTEMBER 5-30, 2009

Out of Africa

Watercolor artist Marcia Tuttle

It wasn't until after her 57th birthday that Marcia Tuttle first entered the world of watercolor.  After a highly successful career of teaching elementary school, and a second career as a classical pianist, composer, and teacher, she decided to take her life in another direction.

Coming from a family of artists and musicians, it wasn't surprising that Marcia wanted to explore her artistic side.  Because she had always been drawn to the lightness and flow of watercolor paintings, she enrolled in a local watercolor class.  It was as though a door had been opened and the artist within burst forth. Within two years she had received several awards, had been invited to exhibit her work in a gallery, and had paintings juried into national and international shows.

Marcia currently has her work on display at Mustang Grey's on the Riverwalk in San Antonio.  Her paintings have been purchased by hospitals and medical facilities, private businesses, and in private collections throughout the country.   Commissions are welcome.

AUGUST 1-31, 2009

New Work

by Joachim McMillan

JULY 4 - 31, 2009

"Ladies' Night"

Photography by Paula Goodbar

“Ladies’ Night” is a collection of imagery I have created during the past two years to explore the feminine mystique and beauty embodied by all women.  These images recognize the archetypal, separate from the stereotypical, and expose to light that which is usually obscured by the collective unconscious.  They are meant to inspire and intrigue as well as provide a sense of mystery and discovery.  These are images that reflect a bit of all of us as we examine the mystery of the psyche in each portrayal. 

As a photographic artist it is not my intention to “put in” meaning, but rather, allow a woman’s inner truth to become visible.  This work captures a woman’s true sensuality as light travels through the pieces exposing us and telling us to look again, look beyond the obvious, take a step inside and connect with the mystery you hold in your own consciousness, your higher self.  I hope that you will join me in exploring the light, the mystery and the experience.

JUNE 6 - JUNE 30, 2009

Bill Voxman

Voxman travels extensively to explore various cultures and places, and to create images reflecting his experiences. Many images are drawn from time spent backpacking and fly fishing in his favorite Northwest locations; others are drawn from travels to Mexico, Europe, New Zealand, and Cuba.

The not-so-loquatious Voxman "speaks" through artistic pursuits, in photography and in music. An avid clarinetist, he has played in chamber groups and symphony orchestras. He enjoys sharing his love of black and white photography with others. He uses a medium format camera for the majority of his photos, or a 35 mm for selected subjects. Voxman works only in "traditional" black and white, processing all his own images to obtain the final product.

MAY 3 - MAY 31, 2009

Lisa Albinger

Albinger’s unique technique uses cotton swabs and paper towel to create original oil paintings. Approaching the canvas with a clear mind, she lets whatever image take form. Collage elements from her life are incorporated and adhered to the canvas as her story takes shape. Albinger paints about inspiring worlds; worlds that remind us of opportunity, growth and life. Her paintings reflect the importance of individuality and her own ‘off the beaten path’ life experiences.

APRIL 4 - APRIL 30, 2009

Korean Traditional Paper Works
by Heya Hansen

 

HAN-JI PAPER ART DEMONSTRATION

Saturday, April 4 from 5-8pm

 

Heya Hansen will join us on Saturday April 4, during the First Saturday Seaside Artwalk for a demonstration of Han-Ji paper art techniques.

 

 

 

 

Heya Hansen recently moved to Portland from Daegu, South Korea. She is a traditional Korean paper artist who has worked with paper as a medium virtually all her life. She is a certified instructor of Korean paper art, origami and quilling paper techniques. Having studied architecture in Japan, Heya learned about design and color which she brings to her creations.

 

MARCH 7 - MARCH 31, 2009

SNEAK PEEK ...

Korean Traditional Paper Works
(Han-Ji Art) by Heya Hansen

Heya Hansen recently moved to Portland from Daegu, South Korea. She is a traditional Korean paper artist who has worked with paper as a medium virtually all her life. She is a certified instructor of Korean paper art, origami and quilling paper techniques. Having studied architecture in Japan, Heya learned about design and color which she brings to her creations.

 

ALSO SHOWING ...

New work by Joachim McMillan

JANUARY 3 - JANUARY 31, 2009

JOACHIM MCMILLAN



Born on the Caribbean Island of Grenada, West Indies, McMillan is a self-taught artist. He began painting with watercolors and acrylics for galleries in Grenada and drew illustrations for two of Grenada's main newspapers as early as 15 years old. In his early 20s, McMillan migrated to New York City to study technology while continuing to explore different art techniques. McMillan now resides in Oregon. "I want my paintings to have a feeling of action like a motion picture, or with a motion effect that will make you emotionally charged. I try to create an illusion of energy and movement. My paintings are a creation of imagination, memories and places I have traveled."