happy new year!

as these 2 paintings indicate, we approach the new year w/ optimism & tenacity. thank you for your patronage & support. we look forward to seeing you in 2010. " first flight " by martin pate & " rhinoceros " by janine lecour. please click the images for a closer look.

" shut up & shoot "

in 1988, gary gruby photographed minnesota fats in nashville, TN. when asked if he would wear a tuxedo for the portrait, mr. fats replied " no, putting a tuxedo on me is like putting whip cream on a hot dog ". look @ the concentration on this guy's face. this picture is my christmas present from gary. thanks!

works on paper

new works, including airbrush by david bollt & watercolor by christina blum. followed by assorted pieces by local artists. click the images for a closer look.

when you were young

lyrics by the killers. mixed media on rag mat by greg blair. 32" x 40" ( click for a closer look )

unlocking the past

painted in 2003 by martin pate, this piece was commissioned by the national park service. seen by the artist as " offerings " by ancient civilizations. ( indian, african, chinese & american colonists ) this archeological scene from the united states depicts a " discovery " by 1 of many women scientist in the field. dig it.

iron man & the avengers

each piece is mixed media & resin on board, 24" x 24" framed w/ a black floater profile. a nod to stan lee & his talented group of artists. click the images for a close up & note the A behind the avengers.

a " chair-ity " event

a few of my favorites from last night's showing here @ dogwood gallery. these hand painted chairs have been donated by local artists & will be up for auction @ the hollingsworth house in fayetteville on november 30th from 5-7:30 p.m. the proceeds will benefit the children's village @ christian city. my thanks to janet dunn & all who attended. for more information visit www.chair-ity-event.org