What The Red Bird Said to Me, oil on canvas, 20" x 16"
SHANNON RICHARDSON
MOVING MEMORIES
10.24.09 – 11.22.09
Preview Reception
Friday, October 23,
5 – 7 pm
Artist’s Talk | 6 pm
ArtWalk Reception
Saturday, October 24,
3 – 7 pm
Stellar painter SHANNON RICHARDSON travels from Oregon this month for her first one-person show at The Churchill Gallery. Shannon joined the gallery’s roster of national talents in May of 2007. Her evocative works drew an immediate and almost reverential response from our clientele.
Shannon’s exceptional story-filled life has enabled her to create works of depth and intensity that are rare for one so young. Her work acknowledges the severity of life, while portraying the undeniable poignancy of the human condition. Though inspired from real life experiences, her dream-like paintings transcend the literal. The works reflect a blurring of the boundaries between memory and reality. Visual fairy tales, they are often intertwined with an element of the fantastic, which serves to further infuse the works with a sense of romance and reverie. Her paintings, though informed by deeply intimate perspectives, resonate with universal themes. They serve as templates through which the viewer’s relatedness in the world can be acknowledged and experienced. The common ground is shared emotion.
In 2006, Shannon received the distinction of being named by Southwest Art Magazine as one of “21 artists under the age of 31 to collect now.” Shannon has spent the past year preparing for this long-awaited exhibition, and she has not disappointed! Entitled Moving Memories, the evocative collection is now available for preview on our website: http://www.thechurchillgallery.com/richardson/richardson.html
In honor of this special occasion, the gallery will host two receptions for the artist, on both Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24. Shannon’s “Artist Talk,” at 6 pm on Friday evening is sure to be fascinating.
Please join us in welcoming Shannon to New England and in celebrating her remarkably artistry!
At the Gate, oil on linen, 30" x 22"
The lyrical paintings of Colorado artist Dan Schultz are characterized by their adept classical rendering, often featuring a figure in a bucolic landscape. Dan’s masterful use of light in his compositions infuse them with a sense of vitality and immediacy.
“My interest in making artwork that portrays people stems from my intrigue with people’s ability to create connections between each other. I have long enjoyed creating images of people whether it is a portrait, a child or a woman in a tranquil landscape. I believe that people can easily relate on a personal level to images of other people. And it seems like everyone can relate to an image of a landscape that reminds them of a favorite place. When I work outdoors — standing at my easel with the landscape before me — I feel a connection to the scene that I’m painting. And each time, I feel like I see more beauty in the world than I did the time before.”
Dan’s art has gained national recognition in a variety of subjects and media. Southwest Art Magazine featured his work in its September, 2004, “21 Under 31” article. He holds memberships in the American Impressionist Society, Oil Painters of America, the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters, and was selected as a Top 100 finalist in the 2001 Arts for the Parks national competition. He has participated in extensive gallery and museum exhibitions and has also received numerous awards for his plein air and studio paintings.
The Churchill Gallery has enjoyed the privilege of showing Dan’s remarkable work since the fall of 2007.
A New England Portrait
An exhibition of new architectural landscapes by
PETER BATCHELDER
August 8 – September 7, 2009
Artist’s Reception
Saturday, August 8, 2009
3 – 7 pm
The subjects of Peter’s evocative paintings are inspired by memories of places discovered during a lifetime living in and exploring rural New England. Drawn to the ageless quality of the region’s iconic architecture, Peter’s timeless work captures the character, aura & sense of history of his beloved subject matter. He pushes the boundaries of color & design, often contrasting the simple geometry of any old structure against the smooth lines of the surrounding landscape.
Writes Peter, “I am fascinated on many levels when coming across a barn or seaside cottage. From an artist’s perspective I am interested in the nature of the architecture, how it sits within its landscape, color and light. From a personal perspective, I find myself often curious about the story of the building: who built it and why; the many people who have lived or worked in the building; how the landscape may have changed around the structure over the course of years. I find that the curiosity I have about the building intertwines with the creative process in my interpretation of the architecture and landscape in one image.”
Peter joined The Churchill Gallery’s roster of artists in the spring of 2008, and has rapidly developed a base of ardent collectors. His paintings hang in private and corporate collections nationwide.
This show is not to be missed! Previews welcome!
Hay Loft, oil on canvas, 24" x 36"
June 27 – July 19, 2009
Artist’s Reception: Saturday, June 27th, 3 – 7 pm
The remarkable artistry of Newburyport native Robert Scott Jackson is the focus of the gallery’s 2nd ArtWalk show of the season. The exhibition, Color Sensations, opens on Saturday, June 27th with an Artist’s Reception from 3 – 7 pm.
The Churchill Gallery has had the privilege of representing Newburyport native Robert Scott Jackson for almost a quarter of a century. A graduate of Boston’s Vesper George School of Art, Scott has been wowing collectors for decades with his virtuoso technique, first in pastels and now exclusively in oils. His unforgettable landscapes are characterized by a dramatic & often unconventional use of color, and by his brilliant rendering.
Scott holds memberships in many professional associations, including the Copley Society of Boston, where he has achieved the honored distinction of “Copley Master.” His paintings hang in private and corporate collections nationwide.
This exhibition runs through July 19th. Previews welcome!
The Cliffs of Moher, oil on canvas, 30" x 45"
The Maestro, oil on panel, 24" x 18"
The paintings of New Mexican artist Rodney Wood can prove simultaneously beguiling and provocative. His dramatic works, both figurative and still life are sometimes described as Symbolic/Magic Realism or Emotional Realism. They provide the viewer an unexpected opportunity to discover something about himself or the world around him.
“My paintings seek to explore human emotion. Simply put, they are paintings about feelings.”
Rodney’s remarkable anthropomorphic series fascinates with its unlikely juxtapositions. In Paramour, an elegant zebra waits patiently on a Victorian sofa. The Hedonists depict three flamingoes bathing in a claw-footed tub & in The Maestro, an aristocratic lion sits proudly atop a grand piano.
Fascinated by mythology, the cross-cultural role of symbols and by metaphor, Rodney also draws upon his rich dream life in his creative process. With a remarkable technique that recalls that of the great Flemish Masters, Rodney has created a collection which is at once, timeless and cutting edge.
The month of April here along the coast in New England has proven recalcitrant; the weather continues to prove contrary … with even the fair days chilled by a steady sea breeze. Still, signs of Spring are becoming evident. Those 1st bright harbingers of Spring – crocuses- have been in happy bloom now for several weeks. The lilacs outside of my bedroom window are sprouting tiny buds, and the daffodils beneath them are in full bloom. The poppies in my seaside garden have begun to show their delicate feathery heads. Even the marsh behind has begun to reveal the first hint of “greening up.”
Today’s fair sky and seventy degree temperatures seemed to herald the true arrival of Spring. The streets and walkways of downtown Newburyport were inundated with shoppers, young mothers with children, as well as groups of boisterous adolescents – all reveling uniquely, in the exceptional beauty of the day.
Shannon Richardson & Hurdles
As our Spring ARTWALK Exhibition continues over the next weeks, we’d like to spotlight a number of new works and their creators.
The figurative works of Oregonian painter Shannon Richardson continue to captivate a growing audience of admirers and collectors. Named by Southwest Art Magazine in 2006 as one of the “21 artists under the age of 31 to collect now,” Shannon joined The Churchill Gallery in May of 2007. Her distinctive contemporary style represented a bold departure from the very traditional portfolio for which we had become known. We believed passionately in her artistry. But would our clients?
Indeed yes! The response to Shannon’s work has been overwhelming. Her work is in such demand that it is not uncommon for pieces to be pre-sold before even arriving in the gallery! For a fascinating glimpse into Shannon’s uniquely intuitive method, enjoy her artist demonstration and interview in her 2-part ARTIST PROFILE on our website, http://www.thechurchillgallery.com/richardson/jun07.html as well as her fascinating youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/shannon4art
Shannon’s sales ARCHIVES (Volumes I,II, III) reveal her rich legacy since joining our gallery.
We are already anticipating with great excitement Shannon’s 1st one-person show with The Churchill Gallery, opening October 24, 2009!
Hurdles, oil on canvas, 22" x 28"
Pepper Peeker, Stuart Dunkel, oil on panel, 4" x 5"
Last weekend’s Spring ArtWalk exhibition drew hundreds of visitors, whose enthusiasm was not dampened by the cold New England Spring day.
Outside, our newly planted window boxes with daffodils and pansies proved a cheerful enhancement to our beautiful 19th century brick facade. Inside, our three gallery showrooms displayed one of the most diverse and exceptional portfolio of works which we have ever assembled!
Newcomers John Reynolds, Mary Alayne Thomas and Rodney Wood received high marks for their individual and distinctive collections – each also enjoying very affirming sales. Mouse portraitist “extraordinaire” Stuart Dunkel continued to captivate with his whimsical renderings of these little creatures. Other new works of note : were several large landscapes by Tonalist Master Dennis Sheehan, two new small gems by Brandon Cook, and a marvelous new addition by CC Barton to her solar etching series, Rabbit with Grapefruit.
If you did not make it to our reception on the 4th, we hope to see you soon!
Twilight on the Marsh, Dennis Sheehan, oil on canvas, 24" x 30"
April 4, 2009 | Gallery Reception 3 – 7 pm
New Works by Gallery Artists and Introducing Mary Alayne Thomas and Rodney Wood
Listening to Spring's Song, M.A. Thomas, mixed media, 12" x 16"
April 4th marks our first Artwalk of the year, with a gallery reception from 3 – 7 pm. After the long and bitter winter months, we particularly celebrate the official arrival of spring! Our artists have been diligently working away at their collective easels. Their beautiful new works will be on display in all three of our galleries.
We are pleased to introduce two talented new artists to our family; Mary Alayne Thomas and Rodney Wood. Mary’s eloquent watercolors and encaustic works are inspired by 19th century illustrations. There is a delicacy and softness to her art, resulting in paintings imbued with luminosity and translucent depth.
Rodney Wood’s timeless figurative works, sometimes described as Symbolic/Magic Realism or Emotional Realism, offers the spectator an unexpected opportunity to discover something about themselves or the world around them.” We look forward to seeing you on the 4th!
Alluvion, by Rodney Wood, oil on canvas, 24" x 36"
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Mother and Lamb, by John Reynolds, oil on canvas, 36" x 36"
We are delighted to introduce Indiana painter John Reynolds to our roster of national talent. An architect by training, John decided to pursue his passion for painting – studying with noted American impressionist C.W. Mundy, as well as studying and teaching at the Indianapolis Art Center. Originally a portrait painter, John transferred his keen observation skills to the subject of farm animals, describing them firsthand in a painterly technique. His beautifully rendered compositions are imbued with a serene and poetic atmosphere.
His lyrical works are on display in our Entry Gallery for the month of March.
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