Works by Allison J. Smith

Local artist, Allison J. Smith creates her thoughtful, abstract paintings with oils on canvas & paper.
below is  "Explode" oil on canvas ( 30" x 15" )

beneath this... "Self Portrait of an Angel", depicted with oils on paper

 ( 20" x 16" )

please click the images for a closer look.

Jeff Riggan

Stardust

automotive paint on wood

National artist Jeff Riggan has professionally painted and drawn for nearly 30 years. He enjoys painting with bright color and emotion, evident in this rendering of a man on guitar playing his soul at a Blues Nite. It's a striking piece. Click on the image for a closer look. 

-Erika Mims, summer intern 

Dennis Witnauer

"Common Yellowthroat"

oil on printed fabric

12" x 12"

"Willow Warbler" 

oil on printed fabric

12" x 12"

New York artist, Dennis Witnauer, was one of the first to join Dogwood Gallery with his hand painted birds. He creates his work from photographs, notes and memory. The backgrounds are chosen specifically to depict the "character and personality" of each bird.  Dennis continues to be a gallery favorite.

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Paige Lackey Martin

Fine Art Dolls

Clay and Fabric

Paige Martin loves to create things by hand, mostly with clay and wood. When making her dolls, she thinks about how best to make a unique figure. She multicolors the faces, hands, and feet, then creates clothing to fit the form, and handmade jewelry to fit the doll's personality. I think it is each doll's distinct personality that draws me in. Is it the green hair I like best? Or the faces with split color? Or the uniquely styled outfits? Whatever it is, these dolls are all around intriguing. 

-Erika Mims, summer intern 

Bob Francisco

The Orchard

oil on canvas

For artist Bob Francisco, the American Mountain Southland serves as the primary source of inspiration. He uses a layering process that allows him to depict intricate color and detail. His reverence for the land is evident in this process and in the way he portrays his subject. Click on the image for a closer look. 

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Mick Brandenberger

Visionary artist, Mick Brandenberger, approaches his paintings with a curvilinear perspective as if personally stepping into the imagined worlds he creates. But he doesn't leave the viewer behind as he draws you in with his exotic wonderlands that defy any particular time and space.
Click on the images for a closer look.

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Allison J. Smith

American Beauty

Atlanta artist, Allison J. Smith, has been inspired by her time in the South. She expresses emotional states through her abstract landscapes. American Beauty is a fine example of her "focus on color and subtle texture" that brings indoors the "calm contemplation experienced in nature". 

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Dana Johnson - Plein Air Paintings

Therapy, oil on canvas panel, 11"x14"

Plein Air, Red Barn, 10"x8", Sold

To draw out an emotional response through "scenes that are full of light and mood" is artist Dana Johnson's goal. She captures these scenes in the truest sense by painting on location.
Click on the images for a closer look.

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Luke Suttles, Photographer

Self-taught artist Luke Suttles believes that, "An artist truly appears in the vision, not in the gear or tools."

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Andrew Bones - Sculpture

"Dia De Los Muertos" - Hand painted hydrocal (height around 5 inches)

"Owl" - Caste bronze (height around 4 inches) 

Both sculptures, one more traditional and the other more unique, by Andrew Bones of Union City. They certainly elicit strong reactions from me. A little creepy, but amazing works nonetheless! What are your reactions?? 

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Richard Scott Hill

My Friend, Richard, has been on a creative run. Actually, he's always been prolific & his work continues to fascinate viewers. Check out these new sculptures. #1=Rust & Bullet Holes, #2=Chief Moon Duck, #3=Lowrider. Click the images for a close up & appreciate the fine execution on these pieces. For pricing contact Dogwood Gallery. Piece & Love

local artist, Elsa Sibley

2 paintings by talented artist, Elsa Sibley. Both works are oil on canvas board. The first is 11" x 14" & titled " Blue Pot ". Below that is " Old Edward's Homeplace " & it measures 12" x 9". These paintings are studies of Elsa's surroundings. Each is rendered with practiced eyes & a skilled hand. Just as strong, her newer works are expressive & abstract. I hope to show you some soon. Click the images for a closer look.

New works by Olga Mosina

above are 2 paintings by Russian artist, Olga Mosina. the first piece, titled " Joker " is 12" x 12" ( acrylic on wood ) the bottom painting is " Hermitage " 16" x 20" ( oil on canvas ) please click the images for a closer look.

Why a picture " Works "

An in depth discussion with fine art photographer, Kathryn Kolb. ( covering possibilities of composition within nature forms ) join us Saturday, May 21st from 10-noon. the cost is $20 or $10 if you entered nature Undisturbed 2011. the works above are " Sapelo Sunrise " & " Sweetwater Creek " Both are signed editions of 17 & measure 20" x 20"

saturday's auction

above is a painting that i donated to tonight's auction ... benefitting a local homeless teenage shelter. i think i titled it " wallcrawler ", 3-D paint on archival board, about 10" x 10" w/ a 6" mat border & very modern black frame. i am happy w/ the end result. whoever wins the bidding will be surprised to find that it glows in the dark. beneath that is " planet of the apes " head-on. click the images for a closer look.

visual art @ dogwood gallery

" walk on the wild side " archival photograph by gary gruby.

" fabric jungle " is a hand-pieced fabric collage. created by claudia wood. 20" x 16"

both artists live in senoia, ga.

2 watercolors by Andrew King

" Carl's Mandolin " & " Morning River " are new watercolors by Atlanta artist, Andrew King. each painting is unframed & measures 20" x 16". click the images for a closer look.

Frost Bitten

Frost Bitten
Bob Francisco

I feel it is only right to blog about Bob Francisco's Frost Bitten. Fall is definitely in the air. Leaves are falling. Scents of fresh fire is around. But most importantly is the weather, here in Georgia we have a one-two month grace period of absolutely beautiful weather, which I love. These elements all come to mind when I reflect on Francisco's piece.

The Superfriends

Jonah & I painted this one. mixed media on rag mat. 32" x 34".

Georgette Liberatore

Hello Fellow Art Enthusiasts!

My name is Colby and I am taking over Katie's (the former art loving Dogwood summer intern) position here at Dogwood Gallery. My first day was pretty exciting and I have learned a lot already about different art mediums. The highlight of my was meeting the very talented Georgette Liberatore, a local painter/exhibitor at Dogwood. She even let Greg and I roam around her workspace and get a feel for her creative environment. It was interesting listening to her talk and see how genuinely happy she is as an artist, simply creating amazing pieces of art and is just as passionate about art as she was when she started. I look forward to seeing much of her work.

Georgette Liberatore, Coming Home, Oil on Canvas, 36" x 28"


Georgette Liberatore, Going Home, Oil on Canvas, 22" x 28"

Georgette Liberatore, Smokey Mountain, Oil on Canvas 24" x 18"