Monday, March 26, 2007

"A Slice of Life" at studio lolo











Well, the big show I've been planning is finally here! I asked several artists to paint a 12" x 36" canvas, vertical format with the theme "A Slice of Life." Even though my space is mainly my working studio, I do have two other rooms to display art. I can't keep them filled myself so I put the word out there about this show (which will give me time to get some paintings done while it's up!) The response was fantastic!
Some of the paintings represent struggles, childhood memories... both good and bitter, landscapes and seascapes, fantasies and whimsey. So many wonderful works of art! I took these pictures to show how the rooms look, and also a close-up of one of my entries titled "The Sea Nourishes Me." If you look closely you can see the spirit of the woman in the water. Her hair is the breaking wave.
Thanks for visiting the show. I just had to share it!
4/7/07 Well, the opening reception was last night and it was phenomenal! There were over 300 people who came through my little place. It was truly overwhelming, but flattering! Lots of compliments and one sale! Whew! :)

18 comments:

  1. I love how this exhibit looks! Wish I lived closer...

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  2. Laurel, this is a joyful walk into your life and studio. Such color and life emanate from the paintings. I didn't see the woman in your sea painting and may have if I'd taken more time to view before reading. It's just incredible! The spray even resembles a whale's tale. You surely are connected to deeper things. It's always inspiring to visit you. Maybe I'll make it to Pacific Grove in the future to see it all in person. Good luck with the show!

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  3. I'd stop by regularly if I wasn't living on the opposite coast. :) A friend of mine is also a volunteer, and takes animals on visits to the elderly and to students with socialization challenges, to help give them a little more connection to living things. Your "social" work is admirable, as well as your artwork!

    Thanks for stopping my my illo blog and posting constructive, positive comments. Best of luck with your studio!

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  4. VERY NICE,I HAVE SOME OLD PAINT BY NUMBERS THAT I DID IN THE 50'S CAN I CONSIGN THEM IN YOUR BEAUTIFUL STUDIO?
    LITLLE BROTHER JIM

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  5. OMG! I love your painting, The Sea Nourishes Me! You've painted the story of my life.

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  6. Very nice shape, really a slice, so good idea, and the whole looks very ballanced, but lively and captivating.

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  7. Haven't been over to the Peninsula in awhile. Will have to stop in to see the submissions. Look great. And yes, I see the spirit of the waves.

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  8. I thought I spyed a woman's form in those beautiful waters, I enlarged it just to make sure, very moving and fresh.
    Congrats on the show, looks like some interesting pieces, and thoroughly enjoy seeing these photos.

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  9. That painting is great, and it looks like you have rounded up a lot of talent. Lots of luck with the show.

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  10. Currently My family and I reside in the Lovely post industrial city of Fitchburg.LOL
    Actually, the city is getting better, the residents are starting to participate in reviving the place.
    It's not the prettiest place, but the characters that live here keeps it interesting.
    Great I spy entry, that cat looks like I can reach over and pet him. :)

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  11. Thank you for sharing with us! Your woman in the ocean is fantastic!

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  12. I am such a big fan of repetition in art, this is a splendid idea and so well executed. Next time we are in Pacific Grove we will have to stop by your studio... I'll send you an email in advance!

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  13. Thanks everyone! Would love to have you stop by PPC, and of course Twis..c'mon back anytime!

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  14. This is a wonderful idea and how kind that you stepped up to represent so many artists who might otherwise not be seen.

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  15. Congratulations! This looks like it was so much fun! How exciting!

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  16. Laurel,

    Great Show! Makes me wish my house were big enough to host one too...

    Really enjoy seeing your own work posted here as well, may you enjoy much success!

    Stop by my blog anytime, I'd love to have more visitors!

    keelie

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