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THROUGH A GLASS DARKLY BY MICHAEL BATTAGLIA, 55 X 77, $9500. |
Desert Art Collection, Palm Dessert, CA
Home to one of Southern California's largest sculpture gardens, Desert Art
Collection's garden and art galleries showcase original works of three dozen
accomplished and award-winning American artists. Inside, the galleries
beckon with visually and intellectually stimulating artwork. One gallery room
is dedicated to Michael Battaglia, whose ragged-edge Venetian plaster mural
paintings with mysterious imagery and “sgraffi to” -indistinguishable writing-
are coveted by collectors. Desert Art Collection, 45-350 San Luis Rey
Ave., Palm Desert, California 92260, Phone 760.674.9955. Summer season by
appointment. www.desertartcollection.com.
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Paula B. Holtzclaw, Charlotte, NC
Far horizons and infinite skies are the hallmark of Paula Holtzclaw’s art. Paula is best
known for her landscapes celebrating areas still untouched by industrialism. Her depictions
of its beauty, unspoiled by man, show her inspired and studied approach and her
concern that these last wild places may soon vanish. Her compositions, often large in scale,
have a classic and universal appeal. An award-winning artist, Paula's work is displayed in
many museum and national juried exhibitions. The featured painting, "Shining Seas," is on
exhibit this month at the Bosque Conservatory, Clifton, Texas. For more information visit:
www.paulabholtzclawfi neart.com.
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SHINING SEAS BY PAULA HOLTZCLAW, 20 X 24 |
PRAIRIE PRINCE BY BOB COONTS, 30 X 40, ACRYLIC |
Silver Heron Gallery, Depoe Bay, OR
Just steps from the Pacific Ocean, the Silver Heron Gallery in Depoe Bay,
Oregon, showcases an eclectic array of art, ranging from contemporary
and traditional to abstract modern. The gallery also features Oregon Sunstone
jewelry alongside art glass, sculpture, metal, clay, and mixed media
work. Owner Talley Woodmark enjoys greeting patrons at the newly
opened Artist’s Palate Wine Salon & Piano Bar, situated on the gallery's
mezzanine, where Depoe Bay's resident pod of gray whales may be viewed
from the lanai. For a memorable experience this fall, enjoy Bob Coonts'
fanciful animals and the inspiring metal fabrications of renowned sculptor
Nosivad. For more information, contact the gallery at 541.765.2886 or visit
www.silverherongallery.com.
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Fall ArtWalk 2008, Ventura’s Downtown Cultural District, CA
Now in its sixteenth year and attracting over 30,000 visitors annually, ArtWalk is
a free, twice-per-year, self-guided weekend walking tour of over 80 galleries, studios,
and eclectic gallery-for-a day venues in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District,
just steps from the beach and Ventura Pier. Multicultural outdoor performances,
a variety of children's activities, and a free shuttle that connects venues,
restaurants, antique shops, boutiques, and cafes. ArtWalk is one of the best ways
to check out Ventura's bustling and diverse art community! Harvast ArtWalk dates
are October 18-19. For details, contact Robin Elander, ArtWalk Coordinator, at
805.658.4760 or relander@ci.ventura.ca.us. For hotel and general information,
visit www.ventura-usa.com/ or call 800.483.6213. www.venturaartwalk.org. |
BY ALEXANDRA MOONEY |
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