New Year = New Ideas

Announcing

New Blogs- A Painting a Day

by Jeri-Lynn Ing and Erika Schulz.

We will be posting our new work on the blogs and will be showing the new paintings at

Gallery IS for your viewing. And YES, they are for sale.

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF YOU

SEE YOU IN 2009

Jeri Lynn and Erika

Lauren Cowles 2nd Solo Exhibit at Gallery IS

Gallery IS, is pleased to be showing a second solo collection of works by local artist Lauren Cowles this January. Lauren's work is always interesting and thought provoking. She uses her unique perspective to collage both materials and ideas into her art.

In "Ignorance of Truth", Lauren explores the depth of sin and the hight of virtue. She further asks the question of "How do humans live with good if they dont have evil?". This collection of 14 mixed media works will feature all 7 virtues, and all 7 sins. Each piece will be loaded with layers of ideas and representation.

This show will run from January 5th to January 31st, 2009.

The artist's opening reception will be held Friday, January 9th, from 6-8pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Food and drink will be served.

Example of Lauren's work.

Will not be shown.

Merry Christmas

Gallery IS hours for the holidays

December 24th
Noon to 3 pm

December 25- 28th Closed

Monday December 29th to Wednesday Jan 31st
11am - 5 pm

Happy New Year
January 1st- 4th 2009
Closed

Regular Hours resume Monday January 5th
11am - 5pm

There BACK- just in time for Christmas- your favorite artists working small-
affordable and adorable.
Please stop by soon as this is a cash and carry show and sale-
Merry Christmas from all the Artists at Gallery IS.

Gallery IS 3rd Annual Miniatures Exhibit

Dear Friends

Gallery IS, is once again hosting its most exciting Group Show. The Miniatures Exhibit is an annual event in the gallery, featuring small (and even tiny) works of art by over 20 local artists. This year we have an exceptional assortment of one-of-a-kind artworks. From jewellery, to felt, to paintings and mixed media, and even photography, this years show is not to be missed.
The artists participating this year are:

• Lauren Cowles, Mixed Media
• Peter Allen, Pastel
• Margaret Hall, Felt
• Erika Schulz, Painting and Drawing, ACEO's
• Jeri-Lynn Ing, Painting
• Valerie Turbak, Mixed Media
• Melissa Russel, Jewelery
• Amor, Jewelery
• Shiela Wright, Watercolor
• Sara Dudenhoffer, Watercolor, ACEO's
• Roberta Murray, Altered Photography
• Michael Huyzer, Painting
• Rikki Renard, Painting
• Elizabeth Ferchuk, Jewelery
• Donna Herrick, Woven Metal
• Glenda Ganz, Collage
• Gillian Best, Mixed Media
• Norma Barsness, Painting
• Marie Banville, Encaustic
• Justina Smith, Painting
• Kate More, Painting
• Peter Cameron, Painting

All the artwork is very affordably priced because of its small size (most works will be under $100.00), so Gallery IS will be the perfect place to find that perfect gift for friends and family.

This show and sale runs the entire month of December, from the 1st to the 31st.
It is cash and carry, so first come first served.
Join us this sunday November 30th for a special preview of the show from noon to 3pm.
Gallery IS will be open late on the First Friday December 5th, until 8:00pm. Join us for tea and cookies.

Along with our new miniatures, the Gallery will also have it's selection from our regular represented artists. Be sure to check out all the new works of art!

New this winter ... Fashion Scarves. These unique scarves are not so much for warmth, but are a unique alternative to jewelery. Hand-made, and in a variety of colours. Only $15.00 each! Make a statement at the office, or out on the town.

Gallery IS Holiday Closures. Short hours on Dec 24th, 11am-3pm. The Gallery will be closed on the following dates; Dec 25th, 26th, 27th, and 28th. As well as Jan 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. Regular hours resume Jan 5th.

Now Accepting Submissions For Miniatures Show

Open call to all artists.
We are now accepting submissions to the Gallery IS 3rd Annual Miniatures Exhibit.

This show is our exciting Christmas Sale. We gear these works for people who are buying gifts. 2D submissions must be 50 square inches or smaller. 3D submissions must be 6 inches tall or less. We encourage all media, and are interested in many interpretations. IN the past we have had miniature handmade boxes, many tiny paintings, small pendants on chains (necklaces), and even some works as small as a postage stamp.
All media are acceptable. Professional, emerging, and student work will be considered.

We are only accepting three submissions per artist for this exhibit. There is the possibility for showing more than three once you have been accepted.

The deadline for submissions to the "Miniatures" group show is November 22nd, 08.
Notice of acceptance will be given by November 24th, 08.
Delivery of accepted artwork must be made by Sunday, November 30th/08.

Please review our submission guidelines.
SUBMISSION FEE FOR ENTRY IS $5.00 PER ARTIST.

Official show dates are December 1st to December 31st, 2008.
Late night shopping on Friday, December 5th, 08. 6-8m.
SPECIAL PREVIEW ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH, NOON-3:00PM.

All submissions must be made to the Gallery IS.
Submissions can be made via email.
Call us for more info or if you have any questions (403) 341-4641.

HUGE PAINTING IN SILENT AUCTION

Thank you to everyone who made our Gallery IS LIVE event a great success. We had a big turn-out on friday to listen to the great Electrocoustic Jazz of DIG.IN.IT., and watch Susan Woolgar create a beautiful painting on site.

The painting done by Susan is now the object of a silent auction. If you missed your chance to place a bid just call or email the gallery and we will add your name to the list. Bidding is already up to $700.00.

There is a reserve on this piece, so it will not be sold untill that reserve is met. The value of the painting is regularily $2'500.00. This is a chance to bring home an amazing artwork of Susan's with a great story.












Be sure to get involved soon. We will be making regular updates on this blog as to the status of the bidding.
BIDDING IS NOW CLOSED. Congratulations Deb Buffum! :)

GALLERY IS LIVE SPECTACULAR

* ~ Gallery IS LIVE ~ Art and Jazz Night ~ *

Friday November 7th.

7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Gallery IS is hosting a bigger and better First Friday event. A night of live painting and live music to celebrate the opening of Susan Woolgar's Solo Exhibit "Atmospheric Indulgence". Susan will be creating a brand new, unique painting on the spot, all to the Jazz stylings of local trio DIGINIT.

There will be Food, a Wine Bar, Prizes, and a Raffle in support of the Red Deer SPCA.

Tickets are $10.00 each. They can be purchased at the Gallery, or over the phone via Credit Card (and picked up at the door). There are a limited number of tickets available.

We hope to see many of you come out and show support for Arts and Culture in Downtown Red Deer.

"Atmospheric Indulgence" will be on from,

November 3rd to the 29th.

Check out DIGINIT on their MySpace

http://www.myspace.com/diginitband

Gallery hours on the 7th will be 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Closed from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

Thanksgiving Weekend

Gallery IS wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and we hope you are able to spend some quality time with family and friends.

Hours over the weekend are ...
Saturday, October 11th - Open Noon to 3:00pm.
Sunday - Closed
Monday, October 13th - Closed

The gallery will be open regular hours on Tuesday the 14th.

2009 Exhibit Schedule

The Gallery will be closed from Jan 1st - 4th.

January 2009
Lauren Cowles - Solo Show
Jan 5th to Jan 31st.
Opening Reception, Friday Jan 9th.
www.laurencowles.com

February 2009
Erika Schulz - "Stone Icon's", Solo Show.
Feb 2nd to Feb 28th.
Opening Reception, First Friday, Feb 6th.
www.tempeststudios.net

March 2009
Jeri-Lynn Ing - Solo Show
March 2nd to March 28th.
Opening Reception, First Friday, March 6th.
www.jerilynning.com

April 2009
Justina Smith - Solo Show
March 30th to April 25th.
Opening Reception, First Friday, April 3rd.
www.justlittleart.com

May 2009
Brent Felzien - Solo Show
April 27th to May 23rd.
Opening Reception, First Friday, May 1st.

There will be no special exhibits during the summer months.

September 2009
Arlene Westen - Solo Show
Aug 31st to Sept 26th.
Opening Reception, First Friday, Sept 4th.

October 2009
Peter Cameron - Solo Show
Sept 28th to Oct 24th.
Opening Reception, First Friday, Oct 2nd.

November 2009
Norma Barsness - Solo Show
Nov 2nd to Nov 28th.
Opening Reception, First Friday, Nov 6th.

December 2009
3rd Annual Miniatures Exhibit
Nov 30th to Dec 31st.
Opening Reception, TBA.

The Gallery will be closed Dec 25th, 26th, and 27th. Reduced hours on Dec 24th.
This schedule is subject to change.