Big River

I love music by Johnny Cash. Above is " Big River " by Greg Blair. mixed media on archival foamboard ( 36" x 26" ) click the image for a close-up. I hid some lyrics:" I taught the weeping willow how to cry & I showed the clouds how to cover up a clear blue sky & the tears that I cried for that woman are gonna flood you Big River & I'm gonna sit right here until I die. " - Johnny Cash

Olga Mosina

Greek Vase

oil on canvas

Lilies 

oil on canvas

Russian-born local artist, Olga Mosina, has been involved in various interior design projects in both Moscow and the Southeastern U.S. She brings years of classical training and a multi-cultural viewpoint into her work. She paints with confidence. These two pieces display her unique color palette and cubist like style that sets Olga apart from other artists. 

-Erika Mims, summer intern

Susan Gibbs

Untitled

sculpted clay

20" tall

Local artist Susan Gibbs creates an interesting body with glaze dripped over the shoulders and torso of this figurative work. But what really brings this piece up to another level is the copper wire sprouting in curls from the head. What would you call this untitled piece?? 

-Erika Mims, summer intern

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