Nature Preserves
Pictured above: "The Choir" porcelain and pine sculpture by Cara O'Brien
Pictured above: "Agave" digital photo by Diane Zoellmer
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November 15- January 4th
Padnos Gallery Opening Reception: November 15, 6-8 pm This exhibit features the mixed media sculptures of Cara O'Brien and the color photography of Diane Zoellmer. Both artists' separate but similar visual exploration and artistic interpretation of natural phenomena act as the meeting point of their work. Currently using the shores of Lake Michigan as her inspiration and location for making color photographs, Zoellmer's work reveals transient moments in the building up and erosion of ice, snow and frozen sand. These digital photographs are a visual documentary of the found sculpture and textures the forces of nature create on a daily basis. O'Brien utilizes these same found textures and forms in nature as the jumping off point for her biomorphic mixed media sculptures. Using drift wood, reclaimed weathered lumber, or rusted metal in combination with hand formed porcelain components, O'Brien transforms inanimate materials into works that suggest life within. Her carefully constructed sculptures draw attention to the beauty found in the processes of decay. A diverse collection of photographs and sculptures, this exhibit is a chance to view facets of the up-close natural world that may escape everyday observational notice. While each work in the exhibit can stand on its own, when viewed together the total effect is an example of artistic synergy. |
Rarified Objects
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November 15- January 4th
Armstrong Opening Reception: November 15, 6-8 pm Rarified Objects presents the collaborative and individual works of Lorma Freestone and Thea Gribsy. In their collaborative works, they began by creating artworks that incorporate ordinary objects with paintings, elevating and combining them into something more meaningful. In their subject matter, they also include reflections about women. The works honor the unsung women of our civilization - from Sappho to Hypatia of Alexandria; from Hildegard of Bingen to Ada Lovelace and NASA's Katherine Johnson and Margaret Hamilton; from Katie Bouman to the fabulous RBG! Their individual works on display feature Lorma's masterful and whimsical assemblages of found objects and Thea's paintings of dazzling decay. |
MI ARTS: All Michigan All Media Art Competition
Pictured above: "Reflections" by Sheila Genteman
Pictured above: "Gray Study" by Michelle Calkins
Pictured above: "Freckles" by Craig Geiser
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September 13- November 10
Padnos & Armstrong Galleries The Holland Area Arts Council is proud to present the MI Arts Regional Arts Competition. Regional artists were invited to submit contemporary works of art. With the assistance of this year’s juror, Michael Burmieister the resulting curated work is exhibited in the Arts Council’s Padnos and Armstrong Galleries. Join us, the juror and the artists for the exhibit Reception on Friday, September 13th from 6-8 pm. Burmeister will speak at 7:00 pm and present awards. About the Juror: Burmeister is currently the Owner and Director of Button Gallery in Douglas, MI. Previously as Adjunct Professor and Exhibition Preparator, Burmesiter taught numerous Fine Arts courses and worked on highly acclaimed exhibitions in both Pennsylvania and Illinois. His work has been exhibited regionally and nationally at colleges, universities, galleries, and museums. Visit buttonartgallery.com for more information and to view his artwork. Special thanks to all the award sponsors, especially the Holland Friends of Art. Congratulations to award winners!
1st Place "Reflections" by Sheila Genteman 2nd Place "Gray Study" by Michelle Calkins 3rd Place "Freckles" by Craig Geiser Honorable Mentions Kurt Rasch, Dan Sigler, Dian Taylor, Amy Wilkinson Barbara & Stewart Padnos Award Maggie Bandstra Brad Williams Memorial Doug Lowe HAAC Board & Dennis Foley Memorial Adam Dahlstrom Jeanne Hoxie Memorial Lou Rizzolo Diana Van Kolken Memorial Sue Hale |
Flotsam - Tamara Fox
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August 2- September 26
Lievense Gallery Grand Rapids artist and curator Tamara Fox displays her compelling mixed media collages. |
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Photography by Mike Lozon.