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GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. — Every spring The Art Center holds a national juried exhibit which attracts entries from across the country. This year's Contemporary 2011 exhibit is built around strong bodies of two-dimensional works selected from a variety of artists living and working in the United States.
In past exhibits, most juried artists rarely got more than one piece in the gallery spaces. This year's guest juror Michael Chavez has done something completely different.
“As a viewer of art, I find Michael's method of jurying very satisfying. I love to look at how artists work. When I get to see multiple works of art by an artist I am more likely to understand the preoccupation they have for a subject and have a better understanding of their individual artistic process,” said Camille Silverman, Art Center curator.
This exhibit gives each work room to breath and most of the work is supported by multiple examples by the artists presenting.
Chavez invited Denver area artists with whom he is familiar and had confidence in their ability to pull together an interesting body of work. Their work is complemented by a juried pool of submitting artists that will introduce the community to a whole new range of artists.
The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a gallery talk by juror Michael Chavez and presentation of awards. This will be followed by a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. The Art Center's First Fridays are always free and open to the public with music, hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. The exhibit runs through June 25.
In past exhibits, most juried artists rarely got more than one piece in the gallery spaces. This year's guest juror Michael Chavez has done something completely different.
“As a viewer of art, I find Michael's method of jurying very satisfying. I love to look at how artists work. When I get to see multiple works of art by an artist I am more likely to understand the preoccupation they have for a subject and have a better understanding of their individual artistic process,” said Camille Silverman, Art Center curator.
This exhibit gives each work room to breath and most of the work is supported by multiple examples by the artists presenting.
Chavez invited Denver area artists with whom he is familiar and had confidence in their ability to pull together an interesting body of work. Their work is complemented by a juried pool of submitting artists that will introduce the community to a whole new range of artists.
The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a gallery talk by juror Michael Chavez and presentation of awards. This will be followed by a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. The Art Center's First Fridays are always free and open to the public with music, hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. The exhibit runs through June 25.
FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY OPENINGS
• Planet Wines, 420 Main St., 424-5432, will feature the photography of Chris Tomlinson, an award-winning photojournalist who has chronicled life in the Grand Valley for over 25 years. Meet the artist and enjoy a wine tasting from 5-9 p.m.
• Grand Valley Books, 350 Main St., 424-5437, will feature the regional landscape photography of JoAnn Moon and framed pastels by local artist Amy Gibbs. Open until 9 p.m. • Off the Wall 2, 411 Main St., 245-2252, will be holding an artist reception for watercolorist Jim Brock. Come by and enjoy homemade cookies! Hours: 5-8 p.m. • Hang Ups Gallery, 209 Colorado Ave., 245-7949, will feature the oil paintings of John Lintott and the photography of Rob Kurtzman. Visit with Rob about his work. Hours: 5-9 p.m. • The Raw Canvas, 755 Rood Ave., 985-9649 (on the corner of 8th and Rood across from the Rio Grande Credit Union), introduces “Diversity” with featured artists Amy Kaper, Melissa Pruitt, and Gigi Hawks. Music by Intertwined, refreshments and wine. Hours: 6-9 p.m. • The Margery Building Gallery, 523 Main St., upstairs, 712-2552, feature original paintings by David and Nealy Riley and Brenden Smith. Ceramics and pottery art by Kris Dille. La Puerta Dance Studio Cha Cha lesson at 7. Dance Party from 8 to 10. Opening Saturday, June 4 • Frame Depot, 529 Bogart Lane (near Sam's Club), 245-6999, will feature the photography of local artist Tom Wulf. Reception Saturday, June 4, 1-4 p.m. Wine and refreshments will be served. • Great Frame Up, 2518 Broadway (near Redlands Albertson), 242-7666, will host Red Rocker photographer Bill Holstein. Reception Saturday, June 4, 1-4 p.m. Refreshments will be served. |
