Composed - wins another award at Idaho Paints Idaho at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho

Ken Newman's sculpture Composed wins Wildlife/Animal  Award at Idaho Paints Idaho.

"Composed", a long-billed bronze curlew sculpture by Sculptor Ken Newman of Cambridge Idaho won the Wildlife/Animal Award and a $500 prize at the Seventh Idaho Paints Idaho, a juried exhibit showcasing Idaho artists. The exhibition opened Saturday, August 6 at 6pm and runs through October 29, 2011 at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM) in Idaho Falls. 

At the exhibition opening on August 6^th, juror/painter Scott Christensen chose "Composed" for the Wildlife/Animal Award. Other awards included; Best of Show - Jenna's Doll, Oil by Albin Veselka of Rexburg;  Best Landscape - Home at Last, Oil by Joe Keller of Idaho Falls; Best Figurative - Young Dancer Waiting , Oil by Roy Reynolds of Idaho Falls and Abstract/Interpretive-  Refish Reprise, Oil by Gertrude Hudson of Boise.  The show is a biennial exhibit of 50 pieces of art by Idaho artists. Artworks vary from the abstract to realism. To view award winners go to http://www.theartmuseum.org/IdahoPaints.htm

Ken Newman is best known for his wood wildlife sculptures, in recent years his bronze wildlife and figurative work has been widely collected and "Composed" and edition of 22 was recently purchased by the Woodson Art Museum in Wausau WI.  This museum hosts "Birds in Art"; the most recognized Bird Art Exhibition in the world. www.lywam.org  This exhibition is on tour and at the:

Wendell Gilley Museum Southwest Harbor, Maine

www.wendellgilleymuseum.org
207-244-7555
July 1 – October 9, 2011

For additional information on the exhibition and museum hours contact The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho www.theartmuseum.org.  For more information on Ken Newman and his sculptures visit www.kennewmansculptures.com or call 208 337-8408.

Art Show Circuit - Flip a Coin

How to Choose an Art Festival – Besides the Best Way (Flipping a Coin J)

We are by far not your hard core festival artists, there are many artists who have been doing the art show circuit for over 40 years, with eleven years under our belt, here are a few observations:

• Find a community where art is an important part of the culture. Example, Top 100 art towns in America.

• Chose some shows that are focus on exclusively on your genre or medium, i.e., wildlife, puppets, figurative, abstract, etc. or sculpture, paintings, domino earrings, Plein-air, mosaics, etc. 

• Check out the Community sponsored and supported art festivals, they seem to have a built in audience connected to the community

• Choose festivals that support the arts by funding local art programs

• Festivals that support and encourage other local organizations to participate including food vendors, activities, performance art).

• Festivals that bring in the high end resort tourists

• Promoter based shows with good high end client base, not those that rely on cross promotion by other shows.

• Commit to a show for over three years if the client base is there but the sales are slow

• Never, never, never do a 1^st year show. Exceptions, unless you pay no fees, are the featured artist and happen to be in the area.  

• Scout out a show before deciding doing it, make sure you are ready for some of the shows setup/tear down issues

Of course, this doesn't mean that you won't sell at other local or regional art venues; your odds are lower on high end work. In our case, we are not looking for volume we are looking for that one or two clients to make the show.

These are suggestions – take them or leave them – comment on them or just Flip a Coin next time you consider doing a show.

 Disclosure

You have to be out there to sell, whether you sell your own work or use a gallery or representative... your art will not sell if it is in a closet, storage unit, garage or at your parents.

The summer art season is coming to an end, but that doesn't mean there aren't other opportunities out there. Be creative – thanks for visiting Sculpting on the Road. 

Art and Wine - The Perfect Pairing

Each time we revisit the Art and Wine Pairing Concept we continue to be amazed at how the conversation moves between the two (art and wine) and the dialog begins.  Recently we hosted another event in McCall Idaho. Many of the guests weren't quite sure what to expect.... many walked away with a little better understanding... all enjoyed the evening.

YOUR FREE TICKET to the event here on this Blog

Below is an overview of the evening

• First, the Medium, the Artist's Name and Three words describing their art and the Artist's name
• Second, A brief Artist bio
• Third,Images of the Artist's work
• Fourth, Three words pairing the wine to the artwork
• Last, The wine description

Enjoy!

Acrylics - Whitney Peckman 

Rich, Complex, Pregnant   

For over 30 years, organic texture supported by vibrant, rich color has defined and propelled Whitney's work.  Beginning with complex tapestry weavings, evolving into contemporary paintings and fine art gourds, she has continued to explore and expand the boundaries of natural materials.   Looking back on thirty years she can now see that creating beauty creates a space for peace, for calm, and for hope.  That, it turns out for her, is the meaning of beauty and the conversation she wishes to share.

Vibrant, Layered, Fruitful

Peirano - The Other Red, 2009, California

 One is immediately struck by the vibrant color of this wine. The aromas of blackberries and plums are complemented by spice, toasty oak and cedar notes. Upon washing this liquid across the palate, a wave of sweet black cherries and boysenberries, with a hint of smoky, dark oak lead to a long, totally seductive, finish. 

Once we have received the fruit at the winery, we keep each varietal separate through the entire fermentation and aging process, so each grape can fully express its true character. We then make several blends and sample each one until we have found one that is greater than the sum of its parts. The 2008 blend consists of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 10% Syrah. We found this blend to be the best expression of our little corner of the Lodi Appellation.

Fused Glass - Syed Ahmad

Deep, Vivid, Jubilant  

My method is improvisational. The glass sheets I have at hand and the image in my mind will do their dance back and forth. The medium imposes its will as much as the artist does. Immersed in paradox, I allow for intentional accidents and planned surprises. While the creative work is done at room temperature, the final outcome is not apparent until after the technical process of kiln-firing. The improvised collage of glass is placed in a kiln and fired to around 1400 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, the pieces of glass begin to flow and fuse, blending shapes and colors.  The colors I use are from a specially coated dichroic glass, in which color is created not from pigment but from a thin film coating deposited onto the glass in a highly technical and specialized industrial vacuum chamber. The reinforced wavelengths are perceived by the human eye as being highly saturated in color. The work compels you to look deeply into the piece while observing the changing hues as you move across it, engaging with glass as a living medium

Plush, Alluring, Joyful

Penelope Sanches Garnacha/Syrah, Spain 2010 

 Aromas of fresh strawberry fruit. The palate follows suit ! Enjoy notes of strawberry cake and raspberry fruit. it displays currant preserve backed by slight notes of toffee and hints of coffee café latte from the aging process in permeable tanks. Full-bodied, long and satisfying."

Pouring it into a glass or decanter, the bubbles are a deep violet color giving a sense of the density of the wine.  Full bodied with all kinds of bright flavors going on, the Penelope can be an interesting wine if you stop to think about it long enough. In our Penelope wine label you can enjoy a picture of a flamenco dancer. This traditional dance is mainly practiced in the South of the country, but you can find passionate people for flamenco dance everywhere in the world. 

Sculpture – Wood and Bronze Ken Newman

Movement, Reverence, Connection  

As we become distanced from the natural world, my sculptures capture a unique view of nature where discovery becomes a focal point. I am drawn to question and interpret the relationships of man and nature and how each influences the other.  It is a reflection of time and places during this journey called life. Not an arrived destination, but an effort to understand the world around me (us).

I create art to impact the viewer’s thoughts and perceptions of nature, not for a sculpture’s simplicity or beauty.  Sculpting from a single piece of wood; my goal is to create a respect for nature and to convey and share my appreciation and connection to wildlife. It is a passion that only continues to mature as I sculpt in different mediums and subjects.

1.75 Sq Ft of Forest Floor

   

Sunday's Dress

Revealing, Elegance, Terrior

Andeluna Malbec 2009, Argentina 

Great color intensity with violet tones. Aroma of fruits and flowers, with notes of dulce de leche, vanilla and chocolate given by its aging in oak barrels for 6 months. Typical sweetness of this variety. Balanced, full bodied and complex with ripe tannins.

Andeluna Cellars is a winery and vineyard rich with history and romance – just like the country it calls home. This beautiful place is the inspiration for the name Andeluna, which was chosen to symbolize the romance and heritage of the Argentine moon illuminating the magnificent Andes Mountains that frame the Uco Valley near the town of Tupungato. The combination of great vineyards growing classic varietals with world-class winemaking creates flavors and wines that cannot be found anywhere else.

90 points, a "Best Buy" designation and #25 on the "Top 100 Best Buys of 2008" from Wine Enthusiast Magazine: "Great color, extraction and overall balance for an under-$15 wine. There's slam-bang dark fruit, good mouth feel, tightness and serious but controlled tannins. Oak plays its role on the back palate and finish, and in the end the wine is as savory and balanced as it is bold and fruity." (12/1/2008) And, according to Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Bright ruby-red. A whiff of pepper-and-gunpowder reduction dissipates to reveal aromas of plum, cherry, dark chocolate, fresh herbs and spicy oak. Smooth and sweet, with good spicy lift to the plum, currant and chocolate flavors; a stronger cherry element emerged with air. A fresh, round, pliant wine that finishes with soft tannins and a restrained sweetness." (Jan/Feb '09)

This is the first three of six artists! 

Watch for more updates in a couple days.

At the Foundry

The long road took us from Coeur d'Alene last weekend to the the foundry in Utah today.

Working on metal and patina for a couple pieces for museum exhibitions.

Then off to California.....

Upcoming Shows

Bodega Art, Wine and Seafood Festival - August 27-28

NorthStar at Tahoe Art Festival - September 2-4

Idaho Paints Idaho opens August 6 at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho

Ken Newman's Sculptor chosen for Idaho Paints Idaho

Composed, a long-billed bronze curlew sculpture by Sculptor Ken Newman of Cambridge Idaho was accepted into the Seventh Idaho Paints Idaho, a juried exhibit showcasing Idaho artists. The exhibition opens Saturday, August 6 at 6pm and runs through October 31, 2011 at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM) in Idaho Falls.  

The show is a biennial exhibit of 50 pieces of art exhibited at TAM. Artworks vary from the abstract to realism. The exhibit opening and awards ceremony will be held on Saturday August 6, 2011 at 6pm.  Award categories include; Best of Show, Landscape, Figurative, Wildlife/Animal and Abstract/Interpretive.

Ken Newman is best known for his wood wildlife sculptures, in recent years his bronze wildlife and figurative work has been widely collected and Composed was recently purchased by the Woodson Art Museum in Wausau WI, the museum hosts "Birds in Art", the most recognized Bird Art Exhibition in the world. www.lywam.org

The Juror for the TAM exhibition and awards is painter Scott Christensen who grew up in Lander Wyoming, where he learned to appreciate nature's beauty at an early age. Although largely considered to be a self-taught artist, Christensen has sought tutelage from Bob Barlow, Clyde Aspevig and William Reese.  After three decades at the easel, Scott's work is recognized and sought by collectors around the globe.

For additional details on the artists in the exhibition and museum hours contact; The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho www.theartmuseum.org.  For more information on Ken Newman and his sculptures visit www.kennewmansculptures.com or call 208 337-8408.