Sad News

Dear Friends

It is with great regret that after six years of business in Downtown Red Deer, Gallery IS will be closing it's doors as of December 24, 2011.

Over the past six years Gallery IS has had the pleasure of exhibiting the work of many talented contemporary artists, from Red Deer and beyond, in over 60 Shows and regular representation. The diversity and caliber of work that has graced our walls has been an exciting venture and learning experience for everyone. It is with a sad heart that we are announcing the end of an era and it is our hope that the Red Deer art scene has benefited from having Gallery IS as a part of the community.

Gallery IS would like to extend sincerest thanks to the many loyal patrons and friends who have supported the gallery and we would like to offer continued best wishes to the gallery artists in their pursuit of a fulfilling artistic career.

We, Jeri Lynn Ing and Erika Schulz, will be maintaining a studio at the current Gallery IS space, and we will continue to be active artists in the Art Scene across Alberta.

We hope you will continue to support the Gallery until the December closing and we look forward to seeing you in person.

Sincerely,
Jeri Lynn Ing and Erika Schulz

See What is New at Gallery IS for September

Red Abstract by Jeri Lynn Ing

30 x 40 Acrylic

Night Abstract by Jeri Lynn Ing

12 x 12 Acrylic

Day Abstract by Jeri Lynn Ing

12 x 12 Acrylic

Creativity Begins by Vivian Bennett

40 x 48 Acrylic

Field of Wildflowers by Susan Woolgar

16 x 20 framed to 20 x 24 Acrylic

September Exhibit "SHIFT"

Gallery IS presents "Shift", our newest exhibit and another solo collection by Owner Jeri-Lynn Ing.

- Artist Statement
Shift: 1. to exchange for or replace by another: Change 2. To change the place, position or direction of: Move
Merriam- Webster Dictionary

A nine month journey. Painting to music, allowing the subconscious to direct the brush, colors and composition. Without thought or preparation. Original avant-garde.

Inspired by: The art of the Automatistes Revolution, Montreal. Music played during the CBC 2 Broadcast Shift by Tom Allen. And by the many, many artists who have shared their unique visions with the world.

Unexpected. Switch from right hand dominant to left hand dominant painting. From beginning to end. A circle of knowledge. Layers of learning. A place to begin again.

Knowledge. Experience. Stillness. Movement. Acceptance. Shift.

Selected Paintings by Jeri Lynn Ing
January to September, 2011

The opening reception is First Friday Sept 2nd, 6-9pm.
Everyone is welcome. Artist will be in attendance.

August Art Market!

Aug 5th, 6th, and 7th Gallery IS will be hosting its second, and final, Summer Art Market.

Friday 11am to 9pm.

Saturday 11am to 5pm.

Sunday Noon to 5pm.

This is the best time to visit the Gallery and check out what we have thats new and exciting, and find something perfect for your home, or for a gift for that summer Birthday, Anniversary, Housewarming, ect.

We will have imported goods direct from India courtesy of FireLillie Boutique.

If you visited our last Market you might have noticed the incredible gold, silver, and copper skeletonized leaves. They are back! With a bigger selection you are sure to find that perfect pendant.

There are all new paintings by Jeri-Lynn Ing and Erika Schulz, as well as original beaded jewellery by Elizabeth Ferchuk.

See you soon.

First Friday AND an Art Market

Its First Friday tonight and there is lots to see in the gallery because we are also having our first Art Market this weekend. 11am to 9pm.

We have Val Turbak, of Lucky Lucy Designs, with her silk screened t-shirts, bags, underwear, and fine art.

Marie Banville is here TODAY ONLY with her amazing Encaustic Wax pieces.

Erika and Jeri-Lynn have new artwork, greeting cards, and stickers.

Elizabeth Ferchuk is showing a great variety of jewellery in semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystal, and bead weaving.

We also have a limited selection of Skeletonized Leaf pendants, gold-plated and copper plated. They are so beautiful and make such a statement.

See you soon.

**SUMMER**

This summer Gallery IS is hosting two Art Markets. July 8th, 9th and 10th, AND Aug 5th, 6th, 7th.

First Friday 11am to 9pm.
Saturday 11am to 5pm.
Sunday 11am to 5pm.

Same hours for both Markets.

It will be a great event with local, handmade, original Fine Art, Crafts, Jewellery, and Home Decor. Erika will also be doing custom Henna Tattoos for the whole weekend!

Make sure you come and visit us during the weekend. Its your one stop shop for summer birthdays, anniversaries, decorating, or just because you need some shopping therapy.

See you soon!

Summer Art Markets !!!!!

**SUMMER**

This summer Gallery IS is hosting two Art Markets. July 8th, 9th and 10th, AND Aug 5th, 6th, 7th.

First Friday 11am to 9pm.
Saturday 11am to 5pm.
Sunday 11am to 5pm.

Same hours for both Markets.

It will be a great event with local, handmade, original Fine Art, Crafts, Jewellery, and Home Decor. Erika will also be doing custom Henna Tattoos for the whole weekend!

Make sure you come and visit us during the weekend. Its your one stop shop for summer birthdays, anniversaries, decorating, or just because you need some shopping therapy.

See you soon!

The Best Of Red Deer

Its that time of year again. Please show us how much you care by voting Gallery IS as the Best Art Gallery in Red Deer.

Just click on the link which leads you to the Red Deer Express website.

Our section is right at the top of Page Two (Entertainment). Please write "Gallery IS" in the section marked for Art Galleries.

You DONT have to fill in the whole thing.

When you are finished go to the last page and fill out the info there. You will get entered for a $500.00 gift certificate. :)

Thanks so much. This is one of the ways we know that the public appreciates what we do. Cheers.

http://app.fluidsurveys.com/surveys/express/best-of-red-deer-2011/

On First Friday May 6th, singer/songwriter Michelle Boudreau will be preforming in our space!
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We are so excited to have her shareing her talent with us.
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Check out her website for more information on Michelle.
http://www.michelleboudreau.com/
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. Her cd's are available at the Gallery for $5 each.
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Here is a sample to prime your ears.

Susan Woolgar Learned Little Lines

These three beautiful paintings by Susan Woolgar are still available at the Gallery IS until April 30th. The show is selling fast- so do not miss out on your chance to support local artist Susan Woolgar and own an original piece of her art. All images are 10 x 14 matted to 16 x 20 and are under glass. The medium is acrylic on treated paper. Price: $425 each.
Contact Gallery IS for more information and to reserve your piece of art.

They Say He's Going To Marry Her by Vivian Bennett

This weeks image is a favorite of mine.

"They say he's going to marry her" by

Vivian Bennett

30" x 40"

Part of Kitchen Talk- coming to Gallery IS May 3, 2011. For pre sale information please feel to contact me at the Gallery IS.

Have a great week.

Jeri Lynn Ing

Kitchen Talk- Paintings by Viv Bennett

The next image From Vivian Bennett's Kitchen Talk. Wednesday March 23, 2011.

Please call the Gallery IS for purchase information.


Sisters
Vivian Bennett
30 x 40 inch
$1350














All day to cook it and 20 minutes to eat.
Vivian Bennett
30 x 40
SOLD
Posted Tuesday March 22, 2011

April Exhibit / Learned Little Lines by Susan Woolgar

Gallery IS presents "Learned Little Lines" a new solo exhibition by Acclaimed Local Artist Susan Woolgar.
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This collection of all new work will showcase Susan's expressive mark making with her use of calligrahic line, while depicting the landscapes of Alberta.
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On display from April 1st to 30th.
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Opening reception is First Friday April 1st, from 6-9pm. Artist will be in attendance.
Everyone is welcome.
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We have a sneek peek piece here.
http://isgallery.blogspot.com/2011/02/sneak-peak-to-april-susan-woolgar.html

First Friday Mar 4th.

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Its First Friday!

The Gallery is open tonight from 4-9pm. Everyone is welcome.

"Euphoria", Rikki Renard's latest Solo Show is still on display. If you havent had a chance to see it yet now is the best night to do it. Rikki will be painting in the gallery tonight, along with Erika Schulz. Its a great opportunity to see these two artists at work, their process, and ask them about their techniques and inspiration.

We hope to see you there. It may be cold outside, but in Gallery IS it's warm and full of Spring colours.

Euphoria

Rikki Rennard- Solo Show

First Friday Opening February 4, 2011 from 6 to 9pm at Gallery IS.

Blossoms and Beauty

24 x 48

$1325

Harvest Sunset

18 x 36

$745

Feathers In the Wind

16 x 24

$435

For the Passion of It

24 x 48

$1325

Sweet Magnolia

20 x 28

$645

This is just a sample of the new work from Rikki Renard's new Solo Show....See you soon.

February is Almost Here

Fall Delight

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Rikki Rennard $625

Maggie's Place

by

Vivian Bennett

9 x 12 Framed $225

It feels like Spring around Red Deer these past few days and we would like to share with you a few Spring "Like" Paintings we have around the Gallery. Please come down and join us in Celebrating February and the Longer Hours of Daylight.

Rhymes With Orange &

Harmonious

by

Rikki Renard

8 x 8

$125 each

Rikki Renard Exhibition

Gallery IS is pleased to once again be hosting a collection of work by our very own Rikki Renard.

"Euphoria" is a new collection of paintings by this up and coming Red Deer artist. She is going back to basics, and expressing her original artistic style. After spending a year, experimenting, and learning, she is taking these new skills and applying them in her unique way.

Rikki's paintings will still embody her Zen aesthetic, while portraying beauty, peacefullness and innocence in the simplicity of nature.

"Euphoria" will be on display from Feb 1st to 26th, 2011.
The opening reception is Frist Friday, Feb 4th from 6-9pm.
The Artist will be in attendance.
Everyone is welcome.

We hope to see many new, and familiar faces.

Please help us spread the word. Forward the link to our blog in your emails.
Are you on Facebook? You can become a fan of Gallery IS, and be the first to recieve updates, information, and events.

January at Gallery IS

Things are happening at the Gallery IS- we have First Friday tonight with a new show from Erika Schulz. She is keeping this show under raps so you will have to show up tonight to be among the first to see her latest artwork. I know you will not be disappointed by her account of sea creatures.









The Gallery is looking good with new work from several artists, including some new Abstract Pieces by Jeri Lynn Ing. Be the first to see these new works tonight at the opening- 6 until 9pm.





Summer Bugs and Bees by Rikki Renard will remind you of those warm and long days of summer. Small miniatures by Rikki are a teaser for her Solo show "Euphoria" coming in February 2011.

"I will be going back to basics with my original artistic style, portraying beauty, peacefullness and innocence in the simplicity of nature." Rikki Renard















Also for a limited time we have the leather works by Winnipeg Artist- Sigourney Burrell. She uses reclaimed leather and feathers together with reclaimed metals to created one of a kind- high fashion- neck pieces, cuffs and earrings. You will love this work.



We look forward to sharing with you some of Central Alberta's Finest Artist and their work.

First Friday -January 7, 2011

Of Patterns and Sea Creatures by Erika Schulz

Exhibit will run from January 7th to January 29th, 2011.

Opening Reception is First Friday, January 7th, from 6-9pm, Artist in Attendance

This exhibit is a new collection of works by Red Deer artist, Erika Schulz. These paintings are inspired by three of Erika's favorite things: Patterns, The Sea, and The Color Blue. Working from her miniatures as inspiration this show features work the artist created after experimenting and expanding on an idea she had while painting her 2009 One a Day challenge.

A little bit of Pop Art, Decorative Art and Design, as well as Illustration, make the series detailed, dynamic and a new part of Erika's evolution as an artist.

Please join us in welcoming the New Year and celebrating one of Central Alberta's Leading Artist's new body of work on Friday January 7, 2011.