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| From Gina Richmann |
The scarves shown here are $85 each, and her current line of scarves range from $29-$85.
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| From Gina Richmann |
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Today's Featured Artist: Gina Richmann
Check out these scarves created by Arizona Artist, Gina Richmann. Gina hand-paints images such as exotic flowers, coy, poetry, ravens, and desert landscapes onto the softest of silk.
The scarves shown here are $85 each, and her current line of scarves range from $29-$85.
The scarves shown here are $85 each, and her current line of scarves range from $29-$85.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Featured Artist Today: Peggy Pollak
Local, Artist, Botanist, Peggy Pollak has the spotlight today. Peggy combines her botany and metalworking skills to create original jewelry cast in sterling silver. Below is her artist statement and a few of her items that are available at the gallery.
Pearls garnish sterling acorn caps, $45:
Artist Statement:
I was motivated to make jewelry when I could not find earrings that I liked. In response to requests from friends, I was soon making pieces to give away or to sell. I am inspired by Native American work, the colors and patterns of natural gemstones, and nature in general.
My work evolved from stringing and weaving seed beads to metalsmithing with sterling silver to casting silver, all with the brightest stones that I could find. I am continuing to hone my skills by working toward the jewelry certificate offered by Northern Arizona University.
My introduction to art actually occurred 20 years ago when I was a potter. At that time I took all the ceramics courses at NAU while working on my PhD in Botany. In the midst of my graduate work, my major advisor informed me that I didn’t have time to do both art and science and that I would have to choose. I chose science, but always intended to return to art when I had the time.
I currently divide my time among teaching Biology courses at NAU, mothering three children, and making jewelry. I love all three activities and feel that there is a certain synergy among them. In my spare time I garden, ride my horse, read, especially Southwest fiction, and enjoy the woods around Flagstaff.
In addition to showing my work in galleries, I have participated in a number of juried shows in Northern Arizona, Scottsdale, and Salem, Oregon.
Leaves of a variety of native plants cast in sterling and colored with a chemical patina displayed on a handmade sterling chain, $500:
Sprigs of juniper cast in sterling silver, $40:
Pearls garnish sterling acorn caps, $45:
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| From Peggy Pollak |
Artist Statement:
I was motivated to make jewelry when I could not find earrings that I liked. In response to requests from friends, I was soon making pieces to give away or to sell. I am inspired by Native American work, the colors and patterns of natural gemstones, and nature in general.
My work evolved from stringing and weaving seed beads to metalsmithing with sterling silver to casting silver, all with the brightest stones that I could find. I am continuing to hone my skills by working toward the jewelry certificate offered by Northern Arizona University.
My introduction to art actually occurred 20 years ago when I was a potter. At that time I took all the ceramics courses at NAU while working on my PhD in Botany. In the midst of my graduate work, my major advisor informed me that I didn’t have time to do both art and science and that I would have to choose. I chose science, but always intended to return to art when I had the time.
I currently divide my time among teaching Biology courses at NAU, mothering three children, and making jewelry. I love all three activities and feel that there is a certain synergy among them. In my spare time I garden, ride my horse, read, especially Southwest fiction, and enjoy the woods around Flagstaff.
In addition to showing my work in galleries, I have participated in a number of juried shows in Northern Arizona, Scottsdale, and Salem, Oregon.
Leaves of a variety of native plants cast in sterling and colored with a chemical patina displayed on a handmade sterling chain, $500:
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| From Peggy Pollak |
Sprigs of juniper cast in sterling silver, $40:
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| From Peggy Pollak |
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
George Averbeck blows Grand Canyon!
Check out George's new vases - his interpretation of Grand Canyon. He used molten glass to capture perfectly stunning rock formations and sunny Arizona skies.
Grand Canyon Vases, $300 each.
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| From Grand Canyon Vases |
Grand Canyon Vases, $300 each.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
March Artwalk, Featured Artist Cathi Borthwick, Kind Vines Wine Tasting!
March is here! The featured artist for the WHOLE MONTH is Artist Blacksmith Cathi Borthwick. Cathi uses traditional and modern blacksmithing methods to create functional pieces for the home.
Flower Clock, available for $175:
Gneiss-top Table, available for $300:
Deep Space Beauty, a collaboration with Sharon Richards, available for $200:
INFLUENCES/ARTISTIC STATEMENT Steel is a magical medium to work with. When it is at a working heat (2000°F), it is the consistency of modeling clay and can be worked into all kinds of wonderful, flowing forms. When it cools, it returns to its rigid state and leaves you to wonder just how it could get into the shape it’s in. The final product can be both beautiful and durable, a work of functional art. Ironwork is enjoying a renaissance both in the public eye and in the number of individuals interested in working the metal. Therefore, there is quite a bit of creative energy flowing in our medium, a challenge and stimulation to create new work.
Cathi will be in the gallery during this coming First Friday Artwalk, so stop by to chat with her and see some of her new work!
Also in the gallery this First Friday will be live dancin' music played by Craig Yarbrough, and a free wine tasting provided by Kind Vines. Hoo-wee!
Flower Clock, available for $175:
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| From Cathi Borthwick |
Gneiss-top Table, available for $300:
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| From Cathi Borthwick |
Deep Space Beauty, a collaboration with Sharon Richards, available for $200:
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| From Cathi Borthwick |
INFLUENCES/ARTISTIC STATEMENT Steel is a magical medium to work with. When it is at a working heat (2000°F), it is the consistency of modeling clay and can be worked into all kinds of wonderful, flowing forms. When it cools, it returns to its rigid state and leaves you to wonder just how it could get into the shape it’s in. The final product can be both beautiful and durable, a work of functional art. Ironwork is enjoying a renaissance both in the public eye and in the number of individuals interested in working the metal. Therefore, there is quite a bit of creative energy flowing in our medium, a challenge and stimulation to create new work.
Cathi will be in the gallery during this coming First Friday Artwalk, so stop by to chat with her and see some of her new work!
Also in the gallery this First Friday will be live dancin' music played by Craig Yarbrough, and a free wine tasting provided by Kind Vines. Hoo-wee!
Lampshade Sighting!
Can anybody pick Georgie's lampshades out in this photo?
(Photo credit:Toni Snelling/Arizona Daily Sun)
George Averbeck made lampshades for the new 1899 Bar & Grill Restaurant at NAU. Read more about the new restaurant at:
http://www.azdailysun.com/news/local/education/article_1226fbb5-2199-5003-a550-04f441e0b318.html
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| From 1899 Grill Shades |
(Photo credit:Toni Snelling/Arizona Daily Sun)
George Averbeck made lampshades for the new 1899 Bar & Grill Restaurant at NAU. Read more about the new restaurant at:
http://www.azdailysun.com/news/local/education/article_1226fbb5-2199-5003-a550-04f441e0b318.html
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Today's Featured Artist: Milly Haeuptle
Milly is a Swiss born jeweler, who has lived in Flagstaff, Arizona for over 30 years. She specializes in hammered jewelry. Her designs make a strong statement while emphasizing the feminine. Each piece is handmade by the artist. Most of the sterling silver that Milly uses has been refined from recovered silver, and the copper is 99.9% pure, while many of the semi-precious stones in her work are hand cut.
Below is a sampling of Milly's work that can be found in the gallery and/or special ordered:
Hammered Copper Bangles, $20 each:
Hammered Silver Bangles, $35 each:
Hammered Copper & Shell Necklace, $125 and Earrings, $45:
Hammered Copper Earrings with Turquoise & Sterling Earwire, $45:
Hammered Sterling Ovals & Sterling Earwire, $45:
Also available in copper, $35.
Below is a sampling of Milly's work that can be found in the gallery and/or special ordered:
Hammered Copper Bangles, $20 each:
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| From Milly Haeuptle Jewelry |
Hammered Silver Bangles, $35 each:
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| From Milly Haeuptle Jewelry |
Hammered Copper & Shell Necklace, $125 and Earrings, $45:
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| From Milly Haeuptle Jewelry |
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| From Milly Haeuptle Jewelry |
Hammered Copper Earrings with Turquoise & Sterling Earwire, $45:
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| From Milly Haeuptle Jewelry |
Hammered Sterling Ovals & Sterling Earwire, $45:
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| From Milly Haeuptle Jewelry |
Also available in copper, $35.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Valentine Gifts by Local Artists
We have some great gifts for your sweetie! Below is the Sweet Emma Gardner and George, goblet testing.
Blown Glass Hearts by George - Also available at West of the Moon Gallery:
Sterling Silver Jewelry by Stone Creek Designs, Bracelet $119, Earrings $39:
Hearts of Steel by Sarah Harms, $20 each:
Fused Glass Heart Necklaces by Sondra Francis, $30 each:
Hand Blown Glass Goblets by George Averbeck, $44 each:
Thanks for your time, and Happy Valentines Day!
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| From Valentines |
Blown Glass Hearts by George - Also available at West of the Moon Gallery:
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| From Valentines |
Sterling Silver Jewelry by Stone Creek Designs, Bracelet $119, Earrings $39:
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| From Valentines |
Hearts of Steel by Sarah Harms, $20 each:
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| From Valentines |
Fused Glass Heart Necklaces by Sondra Francis, $30 each:
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| From Valentines |
Hand Blown Glass Goblets by George Averbeck, $44 each:
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| From Valentines |
Thanks for your time, and Happy Valentines Day!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Featured Artist of the Day: Debbie Leavitt!
Professional fine art photographer, Debbie Leavitt, is now showing at the gallery! She's spent nearly 30 years capturing luscious, luminous, and humorous moments around the world, and we're excited to look at her work everyday. Come check it out!
"Blues Room" Chicago, 23 x 28" Framed, $330:
"Bougainvillea" Africa, 22 x 16" Framed, $240:
"Just Say Know" Silver City, New Mexico, 20 x 15" Framed, $240:
"Mystery" Giant Bubble, Spain, 15 x 20" Framed, $240:
"Black Peace" 24 x 18" Framed, $240:
The actual images are available in any size up to 16 x 20", and as greeting cards as well. Thanks for looking!
"Blues Room" Chicago, 23 x 28" Framed, $330:
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| From Debbie Leavitt |
"Bougainvillea" Africa, 22 x 16" Framed, $240:
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| From Debbie Leavitt |
"Just Say Know" Silver City, New Mexico, 20 x 15" Framed, $240:
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| From Debbie Leavitt |
"Mystery" Giant Bubble, Spain, 15 x 20" Framed, $240:
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| From Debbie Leavitt |
"Black Peace" 24 x 18" Framed, $240:
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| From Debbie Leavitt |
The actual images are available in any size up to 16 x 20", and as greeting cards as well. Thanks for looking!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Featured Artists of the Day: David & Julie Williams
David & Julie Williams are two Flagstaff artists specializing in traditional printmaking. Below are some new works of theirs on display in the gallery.
Julie Wiliams "Aspen Meadow" Reduction Woodcut, 20 x 26" Framed, $600:
Julie Williams "Creekbed" Reduction Woodcut, 26 x 20" Framed, $500:
*David's photos coming soon*
Also, David Williams will be featured in the upcoming 2011 School of Art Faculty Exhibition at NAU.
Julie Wiliams "Aspen Meadow" Reduction Woodcut, 20 x 26" Framed, $600:
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| From David & Julie Williams |
Julie Williams "Creekbed" Reduction Woodcut, 26 x 20" Framed, $500:
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| From David & Julie Williams |
*David's photos coming soon*
Also, David Williams will be featured in the upcoming 2011 School of Art Faculty Exhibition at NAU.
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