Artist Link Added: Paula Dickerhoff- Zentangle artist

Local Zentangle artist, Paula Dickerhoff, has been added to the artists links http://www.wannatangle.com/


Please look for her featured artist spot in December.


Paula also has an etsy store at http://www.etsy.com/shop/WannaTangle

She also teaches Zentangle at Hobby Lobby in Jones Valley.

­ Huntsville Museum of Art ­ Art with a Twist ­ Thursday, September 15 from 5:30-8 pm

Instructor: S. Renee Prasil, Inspired by Gustav Klimt – Beech Forest

Join us for Art with a Twist, an exciting “paint and sip” class offered by the Huntsville Museum of Art. Bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage and your closest friends and enjoy painting your very own masterpiece. Don’t worry if you have never painted before, you will enjoy step-by-step instructions from a fabulous teacher - AND you get to take your painting home at the end of the class!

You must be 21+ to participate. All classes take place from 5:30 – 8 p.m. at the Museum. The cost of each class is $35 for Museum members and $45 for nonmembers, and all materials are included. Light refreshments will be served. Reserve your spot TODAY by registering online at http://www.hsvmuseum.org/programs/art-with-a-twist/ or contacting Lisa Roth, Museum Academy Assistant, lroth@hsvmuseum.org or 256-535-4350, ext. 215.

Thursday, September 15, 5:30-8 pm

Instructor: S. Renee Prasil
Inspired by Gustav Klimt – Beech Forest

Laura E. Smith
Museum Academy Director
Huntsville Museum of Art
300 Church Street South
Huntsville, AL 35801 USA
256.535.4350 ext. 222
lsmith@hsvmuseum.org
http://www.hsvmuseum.org/

Art Show to benefit Downtown Rescue Mission- Art Drop Off

If you would like to participate in the benefit art show for the Downtown Rescue Mission, drop-off will be Friday September 16th, at HIS daughter Studio located on the 2nd Floor at Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment. Drop off Anytime between 5-7 PM. PLEASE have all work priced and ready for hanging. Thanks!


You have a choice of 50% commission or donating all proceeds to the Mission. Make a note of which you would prefer when dropping off your work.

Thank you,

Amanda Lyle Dunn
HIS daughter studio
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
2211 Seminole Drive • Huntsville, AL • 35805
256-714-4944

You are invited to the Ascribing Artists Reception Aug. 26

Hi Everyone, I would like to invite you to the Ascribing Artists Exhibit and Reception. Please see details below. Hope to see you at Lowe Mill! Gina

You are Invited!

Ascribing Artists Exhibit on display

August 6th – 30th, 2011

Reception & Art Talk Friday, Aug. 26, 6-8 PM
3 rd Floor Gallery

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
2211 Seminole Dr., Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 533-0399 http://www.lowemill.net/

Participating Artists:

Leslie Brasher, Jane Blevins, Don Maurizio, Michele Lee, Angela True, Lisa Riccardi, Rickie Higgins, Laura Walker, Gina Hurst, Denise Onwere, Russ Sexton, Lisa Fulton, Vanessa Austin, Deborah Taylor, Kelly Porter, Christina Wegman, Johanna Littleton, Scott Wiley, Smith Wiley, Doris Sisk, Lynn Weatherford, Cynthia Parsons, Martina Svoboda, Amanda Lyle Dunn, Betty Burchfield, S. Renee Prasil, Marcus Hilden and Linda Morton

Ascribing Artists is a creative ministry bringing together visual artists who desire to ascribe or attribute their work and life to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The ministry is inspired by Psalm 29:2, "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name" and shows that we are to be "A Reflection of His Glory" in all that we do.

Not all Ascribing Artists paint religious themes or Biblical depictions. The subject matter of the artist is not necessarily what makes us Ascribing Artists, it is the heart behind the artist with the desire to share the gospel. We recognize that anything we do pales in comparison to the Glory of the Lord, so our desire is not to offer something that deserves praise, but to point to the only ONE worthy of praise.

For more information please visit: http://www.ascribingartists.blogspot.com/ or e-mail AscribingArtists@gmail.com

Wanted Consigned Artwork for "The Village Salon" in Providence on Main St.

I am opening a high end salon "The Village Salon" in Providence on Main St. and I am looking for local artist to cosign their work and hang on my tall walls. If you are interested please contact me at:

Thank you, Bonnie

Contact Information
Phone 1 256.975.0736 Mobile
Email bonniemanning33@facebook.com
bonnie33@peoplepc.com
Facebook http://facebook.com/bonniemanning33

Paint Your Bra Party at 16 Main Gallery!

Ok girls AND guys, As part of the Painted Bra Art Project, we will be having a "Paint Your Own Bra" party! If you haven't seen or heard about the project go to:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/The-Painted-Bra-Art-Project/265252810167734 

And check out some of the amazing works of art.

It was started by Artist, Anna Braden.

She has done an incredible job of creating a colorful way to become aware of Breast Cancer!

 Come enjoy and evening of love and laughter,

as we create "Brasterpieces" for Breast Cancer!!

CALL FOR ARTISTS: Fort Rucker, AL Art Festival

Fort Rucker will be hosting its inaugural Arts Festival on 15 October 2011. The event will take place at Festival Fields, Fort Rucker, AL from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Artists/crafters/vendors can sell their items to patrons throughout the day. There are also three cash prizes up for grabs - 1st place winner receives $350 and 2nd & 3rd place winners receive $125.

Featured elements include: arts and crafts vendors, car show, face-painting, musical entertainment, a theatrical show, and food vendors.

Admission is FREE and OPEN to the public!

The artist/crafter/vendor registration fee is $100.00 if turned in by 23 September 2011. After 23 September the fee is $125.00 and must be turned in by 30 September 2011. Sorry, no late entries will be accepted.

The registration fee includes a 10 x 10 space with an option to pay for up to two more 10 x 10 spaces. If electrical power is needed, we have 20 available sources. This will be on a first-come first-served basis at no additional cost. No other equipment is provided.

Please contact Kimberly Abeln, the DFMWR Annual Events Coordinator, for more information--her numbers are (334)-255-1749 (office) or (334)-379-1362 (cell) and her E-mail address is kimberly.abeln@us.army.mil.

Call to Artists – Lawrence County Arts Council Seeks Entries for Photography Exhibition

Call to Artists – Lawrence County Arts Council Seeks Entries for Photography Exhibition

Moulton, Alabama – The Lawrence County Arts Council announce a call to artists for a juried photography exhibit entitled Sights of Lawrence County. The exhibit focuses on any place or subject located in Lawrence County, Alabama and will be on display at Art Inspirations of the Valley beginning in September and ending October 31, 2011.

The exhibition is open to all photographers18 years of age or older residing in the United States. Photos must be emailed to entries@lawrencecountyarts.com or a cd may be mailed to PO Box 66, Moulton, AL 35650. The following information must be included with each entry: Name, address, phone number, email address, title of work, and size. Acceptance letters or emails will be sent to the artist with a timeline to bring their work for the exhibit. Upon acceptance, photos must be framed and ready to hang. Entries must be submitted by September 1, 2011.

In addition to the exhibition, a select few entries will be published in a calendar to be sold in the gallery. For more information, visit http://www.lawrencecountyarts.com/ or contact the Lawrence County Arts Council at 256.905.0700.

Art Inspirations of the Valley and its programs are funded in part from proceeds from the Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival. For more information on the annual festival, visit http://www.alabamachickenandeggfestival.com/.

Thanks,

Vicki Morese, Lawrence County Arts Council
PHONE: 256.905.0700
EMAIL: info@lawrencecountyarts.com

Local Artist Gary Anderson's website updated

"Kite" by Gary Anderson, copyright

Local artist, Gary Anderson has a new website. Please check out Gary Anderson's artwork at:
to www.garyandersonart.com

Huntsville Art League's Unique Views Exhibit WINNERS listed

Grand Prize: Yuri Ozaki "Petals"
2nd Place: Anita Hoodles "Sunflower Show"
3rd Place: Jerry Brown "Saddleback 2"
4th Place: Doris Sisk "Night into Morning in Slow Motion"

Special Recognition:
Diana Lyn Davidson "Blue Boats"
Gary Anderson Hogs "Hair and Pigment"
Janet Schumacher "Worn Barber's Chair"
Patricia Eldridge "Hayes Preserve- Lichen Tree"
Rita Campbell- Diptych: "Needing More than Religion"
Shirley C. Barnes "Bridging"

Artworks on display until August 27 at Gallery on the Square, 200 Westside Square, Downtown Huntsville, AL. Open Daily during the exhibit 11AM-6PM. For more info 256-534-3860

Yuri Ozaki Wins Grand Prize at Huntsville Art League's Unique Views! Congratulations!

Update: Unique Views 2011 Grand Prize Winner is Yuri Ozaki for her artwork titled "Petals". As the Grand Prize winner she will recieve the following prizes from Unique View's sponsors: Huntsville Art League- Cash, Solo Exhibit at Lowe Mill Arts, Gift Certificate towards Custom Framing at Meridian Arts Gallery, Membership with The Arts Council, Gift Certificate towards 1 Hour Art Law Consulting with Birmingham Arts Law Attorney, Marcus Hunt, and Gift Certificate to Nick’s Ristorante. CONGRATULATIONS on her Big Win!

Huntsville Art League's Unique Views Exhibit and Sidewarlk Arts Stroll

Huntsville Museum of Art Fall 2011 Museum Academy Schedule

Looking for FUN fall activities?

Join us by taking an art class today!


Huntsville Art Museum announces Fall art classes

The Huntsville Museum of Art’s Museum Academy will offer art classes for age 3 through eighth grade. Classes will include Things with Wings, Dips, Dabs and Dots, Ceramics, Drawing Discoveries, Creative Cartooning, 3-D Art: It’s a Relief, Saturday Studio Art Adventures, and Art for Homeschooled Students.

High school and adult students can enjoy classes in ceramics, oil and watercolor painting, stained glass, and wire and bead jewelry. Classes will include Fabulous Fall Landscapes, Painting with a Passion, Pastel FUNdamentals, Hand-painted Floorcloths, Color Theory, Face – to – Face: Exploring the Portrait, and Batik.

Register Online at http://www.hsvmuseum.org/ or call 256-535-4350, extension 222. All classes will be held at the Huntsville Museum of Art in the Museum Academy classrooms located in downtown Huntsville at Big Spring International Park.
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Laura E. Smith

Museum Academy Director
Huntsville Museum of Art
300 Church Street South
Huntsville, AL 35801 USA
256.535.4350 ext. 222
lsmith@hsvmuseum.org
http://www.hsvmuseum.org/

Sidewalk Arts Stroll around the Court House Square TODAY! 4:30-8:30

www.SidewalkArtsStroll.com

http://www.sidewalkartsstroll.com/

The Painted Bra Art Project: awareness for breast cancer

Art News from Anna Braden's Facebook page: The Painted Bra Art Project

The Painted Bra Art Project is to raise awareness for breast cancer; breast cancer awareness month is October. The purpose of this FB page is encourage artists to paint a bra and we will use this FB page to display the painted bras to raise awareness.


If we receive at least 20 painted bras and the owners are willing to donate the bras, I will set up an online auction on this page. All the procee...ds raised through the auction will be donated to breast cancer foundations such as the Liz Hurley breast cancer foundation, Susan Komen, etc. More details to follow once I talk to the right people regarding these foundations.

The online auction will take place in October (breast cancer awareness month). I will post the dates later.

Please email a picture of your painted bra to annabraden@comcast.net by 6 September 2011 or sooner. That will allow enough time to get all the pictures loaded and several weeks to promote our exhibit.

Thanks and have fun painting bras!! Anna
Facebook: The Painted Bra Art Project

Jewelry Designer, Martina Svoboda featured in the Huntsville Times

Huntsville jewelry designer strives to make one-of-a-kind pieces for customers

Published: Sunday, August 14, 2011
By Sarah Cure, The Huntsville Times

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama - Martina Svoboda defines multitasking.

The Czech Republic native is a wife, mother to a 3-year-old boy, volunteer, blogger and entrepreneur. Most can attest it’s a heavy, sometimes wearisome workload, yet Svoboda manages her hectic schedule with poise, modestly claiming “I’m a midnight worker.”

Amid such a bundle of responsibilities, it’s difficult to believe she has time for a hobby – but she does.

Svoboda moved to Huntsville about three years ago from Hawaii with her husband due to his career. Then two years ago, she approached Huntsville Art League and asked if she could not only exhibit her handmade jewelry, but teach a range of jewelry classes for high school students and adults.

If that wasn’t enough for the uber-ambitious Svoboda, she volunteered to redesign Huntsville Art League’s website and assumed the role as publicity chair – her area of expertise.

TO READ MORE OF THE COPYRIGHT ARTICLE GO TO:
http://blog.al.com/entertainment-times/2011/08/huntsville_jewelry_designer_st.html

Unique Views Exhibit- Grand Reception Aug. 16

Artist Link Added: Teresa Batchelor

The Huntsville Art Blog is delighted to add Teresa Batchelor to the artist links. Please check out her website at: http://www.wix.com/tbatchelorartwork/gallery

Teresa will also be a featured artist on the Huntsville Art Blog in November.

Artist Link Added: Lauren Silvers

The Huntsville Art Blog is delighted to add Lauren Silvers to the artists links. Please check out her artwork at: http://www.paintingsilove.com/artist/laurensilvers.

Also, check out her July featured artist spot on the Huntsville Art Blog at:
http://www.huntsvilleartblog.org/2011/07/featured-artist-lauren-silvers.html

Artist Link Added: Eva Ziegler, Jewelry Maker

The Huntsville Art Blog is delighted to add Jewelry Maker, Eva Ziegler to the artist list. Please visit her website at: http://www.evaziegler.com/ and friend her on facebook at: Eva Ziegler Jewelry

Eva will be a featured artist on the Huntsville Art Blog in October.

Photography Class with Robert Schuffert Oct. 12, 2011

I want to let everyone know I have another one-night (2.5 hrs) photography class scheduled for October 12, 2011. More info is on my website at http://www.SchuffertStudios.com. If you know anyone who might be interested, please send them an email to contact me. I am also getting closer to restructuring my PhotoShop Elements class and hope to schedule one in about six months (Jan/Feb 2012?). That class will be two consecutive Wednesday nights.

Robert Schuffert

reschuff@knology.net or Robert@SchuffertStudios.com

Invite to Huntsville Art League's Unigue Views Reception and Exhibit Aug. 16-28

OCT 1, 2011 Madison Street Festival/Artist Alley - Call To Artists

  Artists selected for this section qualify for prize money!

  $300 Best of Show,

$200 Best Booth,

 and $100 People's Choice.

Last Art on Main this Thursday!

This Thursday is the LAST Art on Main for the season!

4-8pm

Downtown Madison (by the Gazebo)

We have some great artists line up for everyone...so come on out and support our local artists.

 Jeffrey Scott Stewart  (Country) and Slip Jig (Irish Folk) bands will be playing in the gazebo.

Hope to see you all there.

Art Heroes Radio

Art News from J. Leko:

I've been listening to Art Heroes Radio podcast I found on iTunes. I think that it was produced in 2009, and is now out of production. The information should still be valid, however.

Check out Art Heroes Radio podcast on iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/art-heroes-radio/id365998503

Regards, J.
J. Leko
Furniture Maker, LLC
(256) 714-0742
http://www.jleko.com/

Alabama Arts Radio: Georgine Clarke interviews Tommy Moorehead

Georgine Clarke interviews Tommy Moorehead, director and artist-in-residence at Jemison-Carnegie Heritage Hall in Talladega. He discusses the museum's educational programming for both adults and children as well as the exhibition schedule. The conversation includes discussion of his artwork and his background as an artist and artist-in-residence throughout Alabama. He describes the development of a new museum of the Creek Indian in Talladega as well as activities of the Sarah Carlisle Towery art colony in Alex City.


This special radio series will air every Sunday at 5:00 P.M. - 5:30 P.M., on the Troy University Public Radio Network at:

• WTSU 89.9 (Montgomery and Troy)

• WRWA 88.7 (Dothan)

• WTJB 91.7 (Columbus and Phenix City)

This radio series may not be broadcast in your area, but it can be accessed via MP3 Download/Stream on the Internet at: http://www.arts.state.al.us/actc/1/radioseries.html#moorehead2

If you have been listening to, and enjoying this radio series, please send your comments to: mailto:barbara.reed@arts.alabama.gov

Ascribing Artists Exhibit and Reception August, 2011 at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

You are Invited!

Ascribing Artists Exhibit on display August 6th – 30th, 2011

Reception and Art Talk Thursday, August 25, 6-8 PM

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
2211 Seminole Dr. SW
3rd Floor Gallery
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 533-0399
http://www.lowemill.net/

Public hours of operation are: Wednesday and Thursday 12 PM to 6 PM, Friday 12 PM to 8 PM, and Saturday 12 PM to 6 PM.

Participating Artists:

Leslie Brasher
Jane Blevins
Marcus Hilden
Don Maurizio
Michele Lee
Angela True
Lisa Riccardi
Rickie Higgins
Laura Walker
Denise Onwere
Gina Hurst
Russ Sexton
Vanessa Austin
Deborah Taylor
Christina Wegman
Scott Wiley
Smith Wiley
Johanna Littleton
Lisa Fulton
Lynn Weatherford
Cynthia Parsons
Martina Svoboda
Amanda Lyle Dunn
Betty Burchfield
Linda Morton
Doris Sisk
Kelly Porter

Ascribing Artists is a creative ministry bringing together visual artists who desire to ascribe or attribute their work and life to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The ministry is inspired by Psalm 29:2, "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name" and shows that we are to be "A Reflection of His Glory" in all that we do.

Not all Ascribing Artists paint religious themes or Biblical depictions. The subject matter of the artist is not necessarily what makes us Ascribing Artists, it is the heart behind the artist with the desire to share the gospel. We recognize that anything we do pales in comparison to the Glory of the Lord, so our desire is not to offer something that deserves praise, but to point to the only ONE worthy of praise.

For more information please visit: http://www.ascribingartists.blogspot.com/ or e-mail AscribingArtists@gmail.com

Artist Link Added: Don Maurizio, Jr. - Marquetry

We are delighted to add artist Don Maurizio, Jr. to the Huntsville Art Blog's list of artists. Don specializes in marquetry. Please visit D.J.'s Knot Only Wood, Inc. website at http://www.knotonlywood.com/.

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Art News from Amita Bhakta- Auction Artwork to benefit HIV Victims

Namaste' everyone, You will find this work soon on A Red Ribbon Affair in Face book for the art auction for HIV victims in Atlanta area; organized by Dr. Supi Bhakta Bhrambhatt, who works for CDC Atlanta, Ga. Please follow it, and enjoy the art auction.

Inspired by a poster from India created to raise awareness for Aids, which had few rural women chanting to the woman in center that your husband has gone to distance hope he does not bring you aids virus (instead of trinkets and goodies).

The rural women often has to carry water not their head. My work is made from mid fired stoneware clay which is glazed and finished with encaustic paints. It is 36" long and 15" wide. I choose clay as my medium because it is the oldest material on earth which has been used by artist to create their work and encaustic paints is one of the old painting techniques whose evidence goes back to Egyptian and roman times.

amita Bhakta
http://www.artbyamita.com/

Johanna Littleton's Painted Rain Barrel for the Land Trust's Moon Dance in September

Finished my rain barrel for the Land Trust's Moon Dance in September.

Art On The Square in downtown Athens- Sept. 10

On September 10, 2011, join Art On The Square in downtown Athens and enter a world of fine art. Over 50 artists' tents will take up residence under the trees, as the artists proudly display their fine creations. Take the opportunity to meet the artists, who are the true stars of this show, on September 10th.


The Douthit KidsZone is a highly anticipated children's event and is always free for children to attend. Multitudes of high quality, hands on art activities are to be found in this art zone, and most have been developed especially for this event, by Athens Middle School Art teacher, Jennifer Rosso.

Throughout the day, enjoy live music, performance art, visual art, and educational art in downtown Athens, Al, Sept. 10, 2011, from 10 am to 4 pm.

Mark your calendars today.

Art On The Square Arts League is a non-profit art organization, created by a dedicated group of volunteers, to support artists, promote art education, and bring cultural events to Athens and Limestone County Alabama.


Contact us if you are interested in helping us achieve our mission.
http://www.aots-athens.com/

Local Artist Leslie Wood featured in the Huntsville Times!

Great news! Local artist and engineer, Leslie Wood was interviewed by arts writer, Sarah Cure and the article is in the Huntsville Times. Take a look... http://blog.al.com/entertainment-times/2011/08/leslie_wood_uses_both_sides_of.html

To see more of Leslie's art work please visit:  http://lesliewood.typepad.com/

Featured Artist: Deedee Morrision

Landscape with Perspective, by Deedee Morrison, copyright

 "May Charms" by Deedee Morrison, copyright

"Lighthouse" by Deedee Morrision, copyright

"Luminosity" by Deedee Morrison, copyright

Featured Artist: Deedee Morrision

A simple explanation of my sculpture would be the idea of contrast – two very different things that are inter-related to create a balance. Contrasts that are not contradictory, but rather complementary are especially interesting to me. Symbols, such as unevenly balanced objects joined by chains, causes viewers to inwardly ask the question, "What am I bound to?" As simple as long forgotten memories of childhood activities or as monumental as a painful life tragedy, these things bind us and are a significant component of who we are. The relationship between mother and child, siblings and couples and the communities we live in and to which we are bound. The varied and dynamic events, places, people, and things that have touched us inform our future choices, commitments, habits, and journeys. As I convey this sense of destiny in my work, the final product allows viewers the opportunity to contemplate personal obligations, histories, and potentials.

As a child, I loved to watch the massive cargo ships laden with extremely heavy loads passing in and out of port near my hometown of New Orleans. In contrast to their industrial qualities, the shipsʼ displayed the amazing ability to glide easily through the water - an effect caused by the intelligence of man in a harmonious understanding of the forces of nature.

I have imitated this quality of extreme contrasts through the creation of bulky sculptures made of metal with intermittent moments of thin translucent lexan or plastic, creating an odd feeling of weighted light as an electric or solar bulb burns from within. Although normally considered to be weightless and free, here light has been trapped inside a hard dark cell. Though restricted to itsʼ metal case, the small inner glow is still allowed to share itsʼ beauty through the patterned panes of open space, making us aware that this element is just as powerful as the contrasting materials outwardly used for the sculptureʼs creation. The limitation of space does not restrict the lightʼs ability or influence, allowing two opposing forces to work together.

For me, the final artwork is only half of the journey of being an artist. The process is equally important. Though I am a sculptor, I also spend much of my time with graphite and paper -- drawing as many images as necessary to appropriately plan my actions for a 3D project. After settling on the right design by achieving a sense of completion with a drawing, a CAD designer converts the image to a format which can be sent to a laser service for precision cutting of the various pieces of steel or aluminum needed for my work. I then weld the pieces together over an armature for stability and support. Then, clear lexan material is riveted to the structure under the intricately patterned cutouts and spray-painted from the inside to achieve a variety of radiant colors. An interior light powered by a LED or solar device is placed in the interior space of the sculpture, and the piece is complete.

I have been working as a professional studio and public artist for over 10 years and my experience includes a broad spectrum of commissioned work and public art planning and development. I believe that sculpture site planning should incorporate the nuances of the land, the specific environment and/or any unique cultural features that will contextualize the onsite art. I research every project to better understand the character of the site and the best potential uses, that inspire creativity and innovation. My past experiences have facilitated an integrated approach to art planning which emphasizes active collaborations and partnerships with design teams, landscape architects, architects, engineers and the community as a whole. I work to understand the big picture, and know the importance of client and public involvement and the critical effect it has on the planning process and the project deliverable and outcome.

Morrisonʼs studio is located in the center of Wade Sand and Gravel, which is on the grounds the original Republic Steel company and home to one of the largest coke smelting plant in Alabama. Many of century old buildings remain from Birmingham's industrial revolution. The old coke ovens and pump houses are reminders of the days when the site boomed with activity as a Steel plant and as later as the Thomas Coke Works plant. My studio consists of the former coal testing lab and an adjacent rail car shed, which I am constantly in the process of restoring. Working from my studio on-site at the Wade Sand and Gravel quarry in the industrial district or Birmingham, Alabama, I continually inspired by the surroundings to create large objects fit for harsh environments. Many of the themes of my work are inspired by the perspective of working in the midst of the what remains of the industrial age of America. My work seeks both the representational and symbolic - based on the continuous interplay of nature, humanity and technology and the evolutionary effect each plays on the other.

Born in New Orleans in 1964, Morrison received her BA from The University of the South in Sewanee,Tennessee. She spent several years in London, working as an economist and the focus of her work was not only on methods of structural economic change, but also on improving the potential for the mass of population. It is this same desire to facilitate improving potential that led her to be a welder and an artist who seeks to create by cutting and re-fabricating steel and aluminum and integrating them with elements of very large stone. Morrison studied welding at Bessemer State College and began to work as a sculptor. Over the years, Morrison has expanded her spatial scope and currently focuses on large- scale work - including site- specific works created for architectural, urban, or landscape settings.

Deedee Morrison

205.516.9976

http://www.deedeemorrisonsculpture.com/

2011 INSTALLATIONS:

January, 2011

LIGHTHOUSE

Orange Beach Arts Center, Orange Beach, Alabama

Corten Steel and Lexan with Interior Light, 16ʼ X 4ʼ X 4ʼ

March 2011

UNDONE

North Georgia College and State University, Dahlonega, Georgia

Painted Steel, 12ʼh x 4ʼw

April 2011

APRIL CHARMS

Art on the Corner, Grand Junction, Colorado

Aluminum and Limestone, 8ʼ x 5ʼ x 6

May 2011

MAY CHARMS

Midwest Sculpture Initiative, Canton, Michigan

Aluminum and Limestone, 8ʼ x 7ʼ x 6ʼ

CAGED COTENT

Summit County Artscape, Coalville, Utah

Aluminum and Limestone, 6ʼ x 2ʼ x 2

June 2011

LANDSCAPE WITH PERSPECTIVE

Stevens Point Sculpture Park, Steven Point, Wisconsin

Aluminum, Lexan and Interior Light, 8ʼh x 10ʼw x 10ʼd

July 2011

BLIND SPOT

IMA Sculpture Park, San Juan Islands, Washington

Aluminum and Limestone, 18ʼ x 7ʼ x 7ʼ

September 2011

SAFE HARBOR

Downtown Shreveport, Shreveport, Louisiana

Aluminum, Cast Iron, Lexan with Interior Light, 14ʼ x 8ʼ x 16ʼ

November 2011

BORROWED LIGHT

Fairhope Public Library, Fairhope, Alabama

Corten Steel, Lexan with Interior Light, 8ʼ 8ʼx 8ʼ

Featured Artist: Marcus W. Hilden, Blacksmith

Flower Arrangement by Marcus W. Hilden, Blacksmith

Trivet by Marcus W. Hilden, Blacksmith

Prayer Bench by Marcus W. Hilden, Blacksmith

Featured Artist: Marcus W. Hilden, Blacksmith

My earliest influence and exposure to the art of blacksmithing was as a child watching T.V. westerns limited as it was. I also grew up in a three story federal style house with iron work trim and accents which peaked my interest. I became fascinated with shaping metal.

Our High School not having a much in the way of a art program during a session with the Junior High guidance counselor on the subject of college prep I decided to enroll in welding at the the County Votech . After High School I enlisted in the Navy as a Hull Tech / Ship fitter. But prior to leaving for boot camp the summer of 1976 my family attendee the Bi-Centennial Celebration at Harpers Ferry, W.V. I spent most the day there watching the blacksmith demonstration. It had me hooked.

Twenty some years later after four years in the Navy , eighteen years working for the Dept of Army at the Letterkenny Army Depot . The Base Realignment and Closure Committee happens I accept a buy out and training funds which I invested at the John C. Campbell Folk Art School.

In 1997 I found myself in New Market Al. starting out as a stay at home dad and blacksmith. I started out selling at local markets and craft shows in the North Al and South TN.

When I first started I was making and selling mostly Sheppard hooks and rose arbors. I have increased my inventory and skill level. When I began I depended on my experience as a fabricator which still comes in handy. Along the way I have made the transition from well built to well crafted.

I employ basic blacksmithing techniques of forging and joinery incorporating what is considered modern welding practices . When I do employ other than traditional method of joinery I identify the process and do not pass work off as period or classical work that is not.

I no longer build rose arbors and have nearly phased out Sheppard hook. I craft pot racks , trivets, wall racks & hooks, candle holders and candelabras.

My vision is to further refine my art. I especially enjoy custom work in collaboration with a client where I am a conduit to bring their vision to reality.

Resume

I am currently a exhibiting member of the Huntsville Art League.
Former forge Master, Huntsville Forge of the Alabama Forge Council
Member of North Eastern Alabama Craftsmen Association
Alabama Designer Craftsman

Formal Training

John C Campbell Folk School
Gates, Bob Becker, 1 – 7 Nov. 1998
Hardware, Michael Saari , 15 – 21 1998
Basics, Charlie Fuller , 25 Nov – 5 Dec 1998
Fire Place Sets, Jeff Mohr , 7 – 13 Feb. 1999
Traditional Joinery, Clay Spencer, 26 Mar.-8 Apr. 2000

I also had a week of study at John C Campbell and a weekend clinic both with Walt Scadden
My Web Page http://www.anvildo.com/

Featured Artist: Mark Moore

"My Paradise" by Mark Moore, copyright

"Weeping Cherry" by Mark Moore, copyright

"In Her Eyes" by Mark Moore, copyright

"Apple Tree" by Mark Moore, copyright

Featured Artist: Mark Moore

Artist statement:

I express my deepest emotions on many types of mediums, but more recently have discovered that painting soothes the soul. I am inspired everyday by this majestical land we live in. Life is so beautiful, and I wish to convey its beauty on canvas. I can only hope to touch the lives of many people and to give them everlasting pleasure. I want to make others feel as beautiful as the pieces I create. People are very much like art and is truly a matter of interpretation.

Bio:

I was born in Southern Ohio. When I was a young boy I sat down and started to draw, I think I could draw before I could write. My parents moved me and my 3 brothers to Columbus, Ohio when I was around 10 yrs old. I did have an art class in grade school, but other than that I haven't had any formal training as far as art goes . I have always done art in some form or another since early childhood. I got married young to my childhood love and now have 2 boys to complete our beautiful family. My family and I moved from Ohio to a small town in North Alabama. My mother had always wanted me to choose a career as an artist, but I had always chosen to keep my art private. I started sharing my art about 8 yrs ago in the form of murals for friends , family, and local businesses . My mother passed away in 2009 and I found an empty spot in my life, to fill that emptiness I started to do paintings on canvas . As time went on, I was painting so much that it was time to take it further and here I am showing my work to anyone that will look. My work fills a gap in my life and hopefully it can fill a gap for someone else as well .

Mark Moore, Artist

Online Gallery and Bio
http://www.onefive4gallery.com/#!__mark-moore

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