2013 News
IX La Biennale d'Arte Contemporanea di Firenze
IX Florence Biennale
30 November to 8 December 2013
Fortezza da Basso | Florence, Italy
The International Selection Committee of the Biennale have extended an invitation for me to take part in the IX Biennale Internazionale d'Arte Contemporanea di Firenze that will be held in the historic Fortezza da Basso, from November 30th to December 8th 2013.
30 November to 8 December 2013
Fortezza da Basso | Florence, Italy
The International Selection Committee of the Biennale have extended an invitation for me to take part in the IX Biennale Internazionale d'Arte Contemporanea di Firenze that will be held in the historic Fortezza da Basso, from November 30th to December 8th 2013.
Exhibition with Artist Betsy Birkner
Pease Gallery, Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC
November 1 through December 31
More information to be announced.
November 1 through December 31
More information to be announced.
McColl Center for Visual Art Invited Artist
STUDIO PARTY 13: MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR
Presented by Bank of America
Saturday, April 13 at 7 PM
Exhibiting artists:
Natalie Abrams, Dan Allegrucci, Katherine Allen, Eliana R. Arenas, Julie Benda, Linda Luise Brown, Felicia van Bork, Ginny Boyd, Shaun Cassidy, Alex Clark, Sharon Dowell, Indrani Nayar-Gall, Jennifer Parham Gilomen, Maja Godlewska, Raymond Grubb, Diane Hughes, Rebecca Jones, Tomoo Kitamura, Nathaniel Lancaster, Ashley Lathe, Bev Nagy, Isaac Payne, Endi Poskovic, Ben Premeaux, Marek Ranis, Barbara Schreiber, Terry Shipley, JoAnn Sieburg-Baker, Tom Thoune, Anatoly Tsiris, Pam Winegard, Alyssa Wood
Presented by Bank of America
Saturday, April 13 at 7 PM
Exhibiting artists:
Natalie Abrams, Dan Allegrucci, Katherine Allen, Eliana R. Arenas, Julie Benda, Linda Luise Brown, Felicia van Bork, Ginny Boyd, Shaun Cassidy, Alex Clark, Sharon Dowell, Indrani Nayar-Gall, Jennifer Parham Gilomen, Maja Godlewska, Raymond Grubb, Diane Hughes, Rebecca Jones, Tomoo Kitamura, Nathaniel Lancaster, Ashley Lathe, Bev Nagy, Isaac Payne, Endi Poskovic, Ben Premeaux, Marek Ranis, Barbara Schreiber, Terry Shipley, JoAnn Sieburg-Baker, Tom Thoune, Anatoly Tsiris, Pam Winegard, Alyssa Wood
March 2013 Featured Artist
Charlotte Country Day School Guest Artist
I will be a featured guest artist and instructor for the upper level and AP courses at Charlotte Country Day in March 2013. Students will be learning about encaustic - it's history, diversity of materials & techniques and it ability to offer a rich, diverse palette of creative expression.
McColl Adult Workshops - February 7, 14, and 21
Using the hot wax painting method of encaustic painting, participants will be lead through an introduction to this ancient medium. Participants will use stenciling, collage, and painting techniques to create a finished work of art. All supplies are included in the registration fee, however, participants who want to personalize their paintings may want to bring the following items: magazine and/or book clippings, fiber materials (fabric, yarn, thread), Xerox copies, or photographs (photos will be permanently altered, so make a copy if needed).
Instructor: Pam Winegard, Alumni Artist
Date: Thursday, February 7, 14 and 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Instructor: Pam Winegard, Alumni Artist
Date: Thursday, February 7, 14 and 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Archetypal Dysfunction -Solo Exhibition
Opening reception for ‘Archetypal Dysfunction' Event Date January 23, 2013 - 5:00 PM Location Student Union Art Gallery The Student Union Art Gallery will host an opening reception for the exhibit “Archetypal Dysfunction” from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 23.
“Archetypal Dysfunction” focuses on creating a visual conversation about community identity. According to Winegard, the body of work “reflects the ambiguity of time and place” while “emphasizing how we manipulate our environment and the people living in (it).”
Winegard’s work was exhibited at UNC Charlotte in spring 2011; her solo show “Neighbors” was in the Student Union Art Gallery. Senior communications major and gallery coordinator
Brittany Bryant, a senior communications major and gallery coordinator, said she is pleased to feature Winegard’s work again.“‘Archetypal Dysfunction’ showcases a body of work that challenges viewers to journey through their own experiences with community identity. I would highly encourage the University community to visit the gallery and experience all that Pam’s work has to offer.”
An encaustic artist and art educator, Winegard received an MFA in art and design from Winthrop University in 2011. A summer 2012 affiliate artist-in-residence at the McColl Center for Visual Art, Winegard attended a four-week residency at the Vermont Studio Center during fall 2012. She currently teaches at Wingate University.
“Archetypal Dysfunction” will run through Tuesday, Feb. 5.
http://inside.uncc.edu/events/item/opening-reception-%E2%80%98archetypal-dysfunction
“Archetypal Dysfunction” focuses on creating a visual conversation about community identity. According to Winegard, the body of work “reflects the ambiguity of time and place” while “emphasizing how we manipulate our environment and the people living in (it).”
Winegard’s work was exhibited at UNC Charlotte in spring 2011; her solo show “Neighbors” was in the Student Union Art Gallery. Senior communications major and gallery coordinator
Brittany Bryant, a senior communications major and gallery coordinator, said she is pleased to feature Winegard’s work again.“‘Archetypal Dysfunction’ showcases a body of work that challenges viewers to journey through their own experiences with community identity. I would highly encourage the University community to visit the gallery and experience all that Pam’s work has to offer.”
An encaustic artist and art educator, Winegard received an MFA in art and design from Winthrop University in 2011. A summer 2012 affiliate artist-in-residence at the McColl Center for Visual Art, Winegard attended a four-week residency at the Vermont Studio Center during fall 2012. She currently teaches at Wingate University.
“Archetypal Dysfunction” will run through Tuesday, Feb. 5.
http://inside.uncc.edu/events/item/opening-reception-%E2%80%98archetypal-dysfunction
Selected Featured Artist!
Studio Visit is a series of juried artist books. Volumes 21 & 22 will be published this spring. Studio Visit is published by New American Painting and distributed to 2,000 of the nation's top galleries and curators
Juror: Dina Deitsch, Senior Curator, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
I will be featured in one of those volumes this spring with 149 other artists.
Juror: Dina Deitsch, Senior Curator, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
I will be featured in one of those volumes this spring with 149 other artists.
2012 News
Juror, Mint Hill Arts Center
December 2012
Annual Ann and Bill Litaker Exhibit
I have been asked to jury this exhibition by the Mint Hill Arts Fine Arts Center in December. This annual juried show is dedicated to longtime members Ann and Bill Litaker. Bill is with us in spirit and Ann graces our "art oasis" on an almost daily basis. Their unselfish dedication to Mint Hill Arts serves as an example to every volunteer who believes that "art matters," that everyone's life is made better because of creative thinking and expression.
Annual Ann and Bill Litaker Exhibit
I have been asked to jury this exhibition by the Mint Hill Arts Fine Arts Center in December. This annual juried show is dedicated to longtime members Ann and Bill Litaker. Bill is with us in spirit and Ann graces our "art oasis" on an almost daily basis. Their unselfish dedication to Mint Hill Arts serves as an example to every volunteer who believes that "art matters," that everyone's life is made better because of creative thinking and expression.
McColl Encaustic Workshop
November 6, 2012
10 am - 3 pm
Encaustic Mixed Media Workshop
10 am - 3 pm
Encaustic Mixed Media Workshop
Poets & Artist Magazine, October 2012
Award Winners for IEA International Juried Encaustic Exhibition
@ Gallery Nord, San Antonio, TX - September 2012
Published in Poets & Artists Magazine, October 2012
@ Gallery Nord, San Antonio, TX - September 2012
Published in Poets & Artists Magazine, October 2012
Selected Artist for 3rd Edition - October 2012
I have been curated by and into Linda Womack's 3rd Edition of Embracing Encaustic - Learning to Paint with Beeswax, my artwork will be featured among a number of prominent artists using encaustic medium as part of their artistic expression.
The book's publication release date is expected late 2012/early 2013.
The book's publication release date is expected late 2012/early 2013.
Newest IEA Board Member
October 2012
Selected to join the International Encaustic Artist's Board as Communications Director. I am very excited about this opportunity and being part of this growing organization dedicated to promoting and support artists using encaustic as a means for self-expression and encaustic art in all of its rich varieties.
Selected to join the International Encaustic Artist's Board as Communications Director. I am very excited about this opportunity and being part of this growing organization dedicated to promoting and support artists using encaustic as a means for self-expression and encaustic art in all of its rich varieties.
2012 IEA EncaustiCon International Juried Exhibition Selection
UPDATE
September 7, 2012 - Opening Awards (8 Awards) - Pam Winegard Awardee of an Honorary Mention for "Midst"
Exhibition Venue:
Gallery Nord, San Antonio, Texas
2009 Northwest Military Highway
San Antonio, Texas 78213 (210) 348-0088
www.gallerynord.com
Pam Winegard:
Congratulations! Our distinguished juror, Paula Berg Owen, has completed her difficult task of selecting the artworks for the IEA EncaustiCon 2012, International Juried Exhibition, and has selected your artwork referenced in this message.
The quantity and quality of work submitted was impressive. Ms. Owen considered 635 works of art, so many of exceptional quality, submitted by artists from across the country and abroad, using a meticulous blind process over three rounds. Only 68 works by 48 artists were chosen, for a selection rate of just over 10%. As you can see, acceptance into this exhibition was quite difficult, and you can be justly proud of your accomplishment.
Once again, on behalf of IEA, congratulations on your selection.
Sincerely,
Steven DaLuz
Chair, IEA EncaustiCon 2012, International Juried Exhibition
Gallery Nord, San Antonio, Texas
2009 Northwest Military Highway
San Antonio, Texas 78213 (210) 348-0088
www.gallerynord.com
Pam Winegard:
Congratulations! Our distinguished juror, Paula Berg Owen, has completed her difficult task of selecting the artworks for the IEA EncaustiCon 2012, International Juried Exhibition, and has selected your artwork referenced in this message.
The quantity and quality of work submitted was impressive. Ms. Owen considered 635 works of art, so many of exceptional quality, submitted by artists from across the country and abroad, using a meticulous blind process over three rounds. Only 68 works by 48 artists were chosen, for a selection rate of just over 10%. As you can see, acceptance into this exhibition was quite difficult, and you can be justly proud of your accomplishment.
Once again, on behalf of IEA, congratulations on your selection.
Sincerely,
Steven DaLuz
Chair, IEA EncaustiCon 2012, International Juried Exhibition
Leon and Sandra Levine Jewish Community Center
Seniors - Basic Encaustic & Collage Workshop (June 15, 2012)
In collaboration with McColl Center for the Visual Art, Pam Winegard, Summer 2012 Affiliate-Artist-In-Residence conducted a basic encaustic workshops for two groups of LJCC Seniors. Some of the participants brought materials from home, others experimented with the materials provided. Everyone had fun learning about encaustic and having the opportunity to visit the galleries and artists at the McColl. We all had a blast.
McColl Artist Critique Workshop
The McColl Center for Visual Art tried out a great idea with each resident giving an artist critique. We all took it a step forward and tried unorthodox methods from singing to discussing professional techniques to improve your marketing. I thought the best way to give a better understanding of encaustic expression was to have a mini-workshop so that everyone could explore their expression using wax. The photos capture the ensuing fun.
Wax On
International Encaustic Artist Newsletter (June 2012)
"Drawing Onto Encaustic"
It comes with no surprise that one of the more beautiful attributes of encaustic is its ability to incorporate a variety of two-dimensional media. In addition to painting, I love to draw. You will find me daily sketching or drawing to the embarrassment of my children as well as the curiosity of the general public. I love to take my drawings and use them in my encaustic art, combining the wax medium, graphite, or charcoal in ways that yield beautiful results both expected and unexpected. In my latest series, I am transferring detailed architectural graphite imagery into existing encaustic layers in the painting. Graphite and charcoal are my drawing tools of choice, however encaustic is able to absorb a number of drawing media: chalk, oil pastels and oil sticks to name a few.
When using graphite and charcoal, all varieties of hardness/softness are useful, however if you want richer lines without losing detail, medium hardness in charcoal or graphite works the best. Once the drawing is complete, simply transfer onto the surface of the wax. Note: you should erase any unwanted smudges or marks and be aware that you are transferring the drawing's mirror image.
Placing the drawing face down Place the drawing, medium side down onto the painting's surface. The encaustic should be firm and cool.
Burnishing with a spoon Using the back of a wooden spoon
burnish with a gentle yet firm pressure. When finished, lift the drawing slowly off the surface.If you see areas that did not transfer, lay the paper down and burnish that area again.
Kissing painting with blow torch Lifting the drawing Once satisfied, "kiss" the surface with your torch or heat gun, sealing the image in. Using additional heat will break up the surface of the drawing creating interesting effects between the painting and the drawing.
As with anything encaustic, experimentation using your aesthetic expression is the key.
Copyright © Pam Winegard 2012
http://www.pamelawinegard.com
When using graphite and charcoal, all varieties of hardness/softness are useful, however if you want richer lines without losing detail, medium hardness in charcoal or graphite works the best. Once the drawing is complete, simply transfer onto the surface of the wax. Note: you should erase any unwanted smudges or marks and be aware that you are transferring the drawing's mirror image.
Placing the drawing face down Place the drawing, medium side down onto the painting's surface. The encaustic should be firm and cool.
Burnishing with a spoon Using the back of a wooden spoon
burnish with a gentle yet firm pressure. When finished, lift the drawing slowly off the surface.If you see areas that did not transfer, lay the paper down and burnish that area again.
Kissing painting with blow torch Lifting the drawing Once satisfied, "kiss" the surface with your torch or heat gun, sealing the image in. Using additional heat will break up the surface of the drawing creating interesting effects between the painting and the drawing.
As with anything encaustic, experimentation using your aesthetic expression is the key.
Copyright © Pam Winegard 2012
http://www.pamelawinegard.com
Central Piedmont Community College Faculty Exhibition
May 28th - August 20th, 2012
Featuring artwork from the faculty of the Visual Arts Department
Featuring artwork from the faculty of the Visual Arts Department
Charlotte Country Day School
2012 Spring Arts Fest (May 2012)
Pam Winegard, McColl Center for Visual Art 2012 Summer Affiliate Artist in Residence was an invited guest artist for the Charlotte Country Day School annual Springs Art Fest. In addition to conducting demonstrations on creating and using encaustic to make art, Pam also was asked to jury Visual Arts Department Upper School Annual Art Show.
Women's Centered Art, Charlotte NC (May 9, 2012)
Circle Talk - Artist Talk with Pam Winegard
"Squared" Exhibition
(Including Work of Current Artists in Residence on exhibit)
SQUARED
Featuring Injoo Whang and Caitlin Masley
April 27 to July 28, 2012
Join us for a gallery reception from 6 to 9 PM, Friday, July 27 before the exhibition comes to an end. This reception also marks the end of a term for our summer resident artists including Jackie Chang, Evan Danchenka, Deanna Pindell, The Que-OS Project, Andrea Vail, Pamela Winegard, Kellie Jones and Guthrie Ramsey.
Square: The symbol of the square represents structure, balance, and ground. The straight lines connote foundations of earth and buildings. Exhibiting artists Injoo Whang and Caitlin Masley address the symbolic square in their own distinct ways, transforming an existing space into a place. Using illusion and space-defining elements, each artist’s work becomes grounded by the physicality of the space her work occupies.
Featuring Injoo Whang and Caitlin Masley
April 27 to July 28, 2012
Join us for a gallery reception from 6 to 9 PM, Friday, July 27 before the exhibition comes to an end. This reception also marks the end of a term for our summer resident artists including Jackie Chang, Evan Danchenka, Deanna Pindell, The Que-OS Project, Andrea Vail, Pamela Winegard, Kellie Jones and Guthrie Ramsey.
Square: The symbol of the square represents structure, balance, and ground. The straight lines connote foundations of earth and buildings. Exhibiting artists Injoo Whang and Caitlin Masley address the symbolic square in their own distinct ways, transforming an existing space into a place. Using illusion and space-defining elements, each artist’s work becomes grounded by the physicality of the space her work occupies.
Mountain Island Charter School Community Outreach (April 2012)
Andrea Vail and Pam Winegard, Summer 2012 Affiliate-Artist's-In-Residence from the McColl Center for Visual Art, were invited Visiting Artists at the school to speak with the middle school about their art and residencies.
These are photos from that night of my studio and the artwork.
Studio 12, McColl Center for Visual Art
STUDIO PARTY 12: A NIGHT OF SENSORY EXPLOSION
Saturday, April 14 from 7 to 10 PM
Presented by Bank of America
During Studio Party 12, eight of McColl Center for Visual Art's studios will be transformed by artists in themes sure to tantalize the senses. As guests stroll from room to room, they will find studios governed by the creative visions of each artist alongside libations and tapas by Porcupine Provisions that complement each artist’s theme. In addition to the studio transformation, all three floors of the Center will be brimming with art for sale created by more than thirty of the Center's alumni artists.
>> Tickets prices are $100 each and can be purchased at www.mccollcenter.org/sp12 or by calling 704.332.5535. A limited number of tickets are available to this very special event and will not be sold at the door.
All proceeds of Studio Party 12 directly support McColl Center for Visual Art’s mission of advancing artists, community, and the creation of contemporary art through residencies, exhibitions, outreach, and education. All of the night’s art sales generate direct support to local artists and to Center programs that keep great contemporary art alive and free in Charlotte.
Saturday, April 14 from 7 to 10 PM
Presented by Bank of America
During Studio Party 12, eight of McColl Center for Visual Art's studios will be transformed by artists in themes sure to tantalize the senses. As guests stroll from room to room, they will find studios governed by the creative visions of each artist alongside libations and tapas by Porcupine Provisions that complement each artist’s theme. In addition to the studio transformation, all three floors of the Center will be brimming with art for sale created by more than thirty of the Center's alumni artists.
>> Tickets prices are $100 each and can be purchased at www.mccollcenter.org/sp12 or by calling 704.332.5535. A limited number of tickets are available to this very special event and will not be sold at the door.
All proceeds of Studio Party 12 directly support McColl Center for Visual Art’s mission of advancing artists, community, and the creation of contemporary art through residencies, exhibitions, outreach, and education. All of the night’s art sales generate direct support to local artists and to Center programs that keep great contemporary art alive and free in Charlotte.
Summer 2012 McColl Center for Visual Art Brochure
Link to Online Brochure
April 2012
Group Show at Dialect Design Gallery
Lusky and Gorelick Philanthropic Center -
Founder's Circle Workshop (March 17, 2012)
Gave a workshop to members of the Founder's Circle as part of their ongoing membership opportunities. It was a basic encaustic workshop and I coordinated the event with the McColl Center of Visual Art for the space that we needed to accommodate the medium requirements and participants. Great time was had in addition to the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade uptown.
March 2012
Group Show at Gaston College, Gaston, NC
Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, CMS Community Outreach
McColl Center for Visual Art/Citizen School/CMS (February - April 2012)
In a community collaboration with the Citizen School, I am working with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School and a group of 18 middle school students, creating a public mural in the school with the theme, "What is Home?". In addition the students are crafting a home-made visual journal to explore their individual ideas on community and building relationships within communities. The final mural and presentations to be held on April 26 at the school from 5-7 pm. I am also hoping to put together a video of our time together. I also want to thank Cheap Joe's for the generous contribution of painting supplies and materials for the mural.
2012 Drawing Discourse National Juried Contemporary Drawing Exhibit - Catalog
Wonderful surprise - the UNC-Ashville show produced a beautiful bound catalog for the exhibit. They made it through "Blurb" and you can preview it through the link below:
http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/2911331?ce=blurb_ew&utm_source=widget
http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/2911331?ce=blurb_ew&utm_source=widget
Upcoming Residencies
McColl Center for Visual Art
I was recently invited to be a Summer 2012 Affiliate Artist-In-Residence (April - July). I am looking forward to the opportunity to work with other artists and the community in and around the McColl Center for Visual Art, Charlotte, NC.
I was recently invited to be a Summer 2012 Affiliate Artist-In-Residence (April - July). I am looking forward to the opportunity to work with other artists and the community in and around the McColl Center for Visual Art, Charlotte, NC.
I have received a partial fellowship and grant to attend a Fall 2012 Artist-in-Residence at the
Vermont Studio Center, Johnson, Vermont
Vermont Studio Center, Johnson, Vermont
Charlotte ARTery keeps getting better
Published on 14 November 2011 by Carmella Jarvi
Charlotte ARTery is a small, but growing, local, artist-run collective leveraging marketing and business resources to provide a venue for emerging and mid-career Charlotte area artists. It has core members and guests who exhibit in each of its handful of shows throughout the year. This month, you can experience an excellent new group exhibit called “Momentum” at Ciel Gallery in South End.
Although Charlotte ARTery does not yet have a permanent space, this is only one of its short-term exhibitions its hosted in a number of local hot spots around town, including many in the blossoming South End area. Last year, it was awarded a matching two year “Cultural Innovation Grant” from the Arts & Science Council (a Knight arts grantee) and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
This investment is no surprise, as its marketing materials and exhibition venues have been improving, growing right along with its group of talented artists. Having enjoyed several Charlotte ARTery shows throughout the past couple of years, I find each show keeps getting better — both the art itself and the presentation/location, too. (Check out the Flickr Photostream on its website to see this transition.)
Out of the five original Charlotte ARTery founding members —Ashley Lathe, Bev Nagy, Daniel Allegrucci, Janet Lasher and Julie Benda — Benda, Lasher and Nagy are still involved. They have now teamed up with Sharon Dowell, Isaac Payne, Paul Keysar, Terry Shipley and Teresa Hollmeyer. Hollmeyer is a glass mosaic artist and their connection with Ciel Gallery and Mosaic Studio (make sure to go into the glass studio areas in the back for more intriguing artwork).
Just like the diverse show at Charlotte Art League around the corner, this latest Charlotte ARTery exhibit is a great mix of of 2-D and 3-D, realistic and abstract, as well as glass, clay, paint, paper, natural mixed media materials and even wax. There are simple and subtle works right next to art that is thick with detailed layers.
Pam Winegard’s “Reeds” and “River” oil stick abstract studies on kaolin-coated paper are an excellent contrast to Diane Pike’s“The Thief.” Pike’s oil-on-canvas paintings have an inner rich, luminous glow that pulls in the viewer. Payne’s large drawing, painting and mixed media pieces do the same — hold your gaze. He marries realism with abstraction and adds a number of subtle details that move you through the work.
Some of the most fascinating pieces in the show were Natalie Abrams wax works and Nagy’s “Archetype” mixed media wall hangings, especially the “Madonna.” The Abrams’ pieces are solid, yet fluid and simple, yet complex. These wax wall sculptures seem light like fabric, with organic patterns that make it feel as though it once had life.
Artists create, making something out of nothing. Rarely is it completely brand new, but these Charlotte ARTery artists are exploring interesting and innovative approaches in their chosen media. The styles represented in “Momentum” are diverse and illustrate why these local artists are ones to watch.
It’s always free to visit Ciel Gallery, and don’t miss the festive closing reception of “Momentum” on Friday, Nov. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Charlotte ARTery’s “Momentum”
at Ciel Gallery and Mosaic Studio
On view now through Nov. 25
128-C E. Park Ave., Charlotte
Hours: Tuesday though Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closing reception: Friday, Nov. 25, 6 to 9 p.m.
Although Charlotte ARTery does not yet have a permanent space, this is only one of its short-term exhibitions its hosted in a number of local hot spots around town, including many in the blossoming South End area. Last year, it was awarded a matching two year “Cultural Innovation Grant” from the Arts & Science Council (a Knight arts grantee) and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
This investment is no surprise, as its marketing materials and exhibition venues have been improving, growing right along with its group of talented artists. Having enjoyed several Charlotte ARTery shows throughout the past couple of years, I find each show keeps getting better — both the art itself and the presentation/location, too. (Check out the Flickr Photostream on its website to see this transition.)
Out of the five original Charlotte ARTery founding members —Ashley Lathe, Bev Nagy, Daniel Allegrucci, Janet Lasher and Julie Benda — Benda, Lasher and Nagy are still involved. They have now teamed up with Sharon Dowell, Isaac Payne, Paul Keysar, Terry Shipley and Teresa Hollmeyer. Hollmeyer is a glass mosaic artist and their connection with Ciel Gallery and Mosaic Studio (make sure to go into the glass studio areas in the back for more intriguing artwork).
Just like the diverse show at Charlotte Art League around the corner, this latest Charlotte ARTery exhibit is a great mix of of 2-D and 3-D, realistic and abstract, as well as glass, clay, paint, paper, natural mixed media materials and even wax. There are simple and subtle works right next to art that is thick with detailed layers.
Pam Winegard’s “Reeds” and “River” oil stick abstract studies on kaolin-coated paper are an excellent contrast to Diane Pike’s“The Thief.” Pike’s oil-on-canvas paintings have an inner rich, luminous glow that pulls in the viewer. Payne’s large drawing, painting and mixed media pieces do the same — hold your gaze. He marries realism with abstraction and adds a number of subtle details that move you through the work.
Some of the most fascinating pieces in the show were Natalie Abrams wax works and Nagy’s “Archetype” mixed media wall hangings, especially the “Madonna.” The Abrams’ pieces are solid, yet fluid and simple, yet complex. These wax wall sculptures seem light like fabric, with organic patterns that make it feel as though it once had life.
Artists create, making something out of nothing. Rarely is it completely brand new, but these Charlotte ARTery artists are exploring interesting and innovative approaches in their chosen media. The styles represented in “Momentum” are diverse and illustrate why these local artists are ones to watch.
It’s always free to visit Ciel Gallery, and don’t miss the festive closing reception of “Momentum” on Friday, Nov. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Charlotte ARTery’s “Momentum”
at Ciel Gallery and Mosaic Studio
On view now through Nov. 25
128-C E. Park Ave., Charlotte
Hours: Tuesday though Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closing reception: Friday, Nov. 25, 6 to 9 p.m.
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