Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2021 i American Art Collector

Welcome to the June issue of American Art Collector. In May we talked about the art market opening to live shows and the excitement of that movement. Our predictions were right. We are seeing many galleries are back to hosting live exhibitions, and we are thrilled that our preview section has impeccable solo and group shows. We (as a group) have become adept at working together virtually these past 14 months, but we can’t wait to see art again in person. Given a choice, how would we collect beautiful art? Our 2021 survey results are in and we had an overwhelming response from you, our subscribers. This level of participation is what makes our art community vibrant and powerful. There are some trends that we would like to share to…

MAY 20-AUGUST 21 2021 National Online Exhibition: Lifting the Sky American Women Artists » Online American Women Artists hosts an online-only juried event for its esteemed group of artists. www.americanwomenartists.org MAY 22-AUGUST 1 On Location in Malibu 2021 Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art at Pepperdine University » Malibu, CA Join California Art Club and Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art at Pepperdine University for this eighth exhibition in a series of shows that have been held every three years since 1999. www.californiaartclub.org MAY 22-AUGUST 29 Warren Chang: Social Realism in California Triton Museum of Art » Santa Clara, CA The Triton Museum hosts a solo exhibit for Warren Chang, in a collection of paintings with a focus on homelessness and fieldworkers. www.tritonmuseum.org THROUGH MAY 23 Wild World: 200 Years of Nature in…

The prestigious Bennett Prize awards $50,000 to a woman artist working in the figurative realist style so they can create new work for a solo exhibition that will travel the country. May 28 to September 5, the exhibition of artwork by the 10 finalists named last fall for the second Bennett Prize will open at the Muskegon Museum of Art in Michigan. On display in Rising Voices 2: The Bennett Prize will be artwork from Sophia-Yemisi Adeyemo-Ross, Tanmaya Bingham, Chloe Chiasson, June Glasson, Holly Keogh, Lavely Miller, Rebecca Orcutt, Ayana Ross, Su Su and Amy Werntz.…

Incorporating found materials often from neighborhoods surrounding her exhibitions, visionary artist Abigail DeVille’s large-scale sculptures and installations tackle important themes around history and racial and social injustice, among others. Her recently commissioned Light of Freedom, a 13-foot-tall reference to the Statue of Liberty’s torch encased in scaffolding and filled with found objects, is currently installed outdoors at the contemporary art space The Momentary in Bentonville, Arkansas. It will remain on view through July 25 at the Momentary, then moves on to the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington, D.C., from October 15 to April 17, 2022.…

The Swedish Academy, founded in 1786 by King Gustav III, is best known as the body that selects the laureates for the annual Nobel Prize in Literature. The 18 members of the Swedish Academy serve for life and its primary purpose is to further the Swedish language. Artist Nick Alm was recently commissioned to paint the official portrait of Anders Olsson, a Swedish author, poet and professor who is also a member of the Swedish Academy. In addition, Olsson currently serves as the chairman of the Nobel Prize in Literature committee. An accomplished artist, Alm approached the painting of Olsson with the same focus as his figurative work, selecting the best composition and style with which to share his sitter’s intrinsic nature. At the time of Olsson’s nomination to serve…

The Midwest region of the country is an area vibrant with arts and culture, with a huge blend of galleries, museums and arts venues for collectors to explore. From metropolitan cities like Chicago and Detroit, to the small towns—the 12 states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin each have something unique to off er. The picturesque area of Door County, Wisconsin, is a hot spot for both the artist and the art connoisseur, providing plentiful opportunities especially for landscape and plein air painters, as well as events and exhibitions. The region has 19 art communities that continuously draw artists, dealers and collectors. Hosted by the Peninsula School of Art every year is the Door County Plein Air Festival, which features…

Pegah Samaie was born in Iran and has lived in the United States for 10 years. She received her BFA and MFA degrees with honors from the Laguna College of Art and Design in Laguna Beach, California. “People have basic rights here and can do any work, any job, they want,” she observes. “I can paint any subject I want to paint. In some cultures women cannot. They don’t have basic rights. I’m using this power to talk about my experience as a woman in Iran and to try to speak for them.” She will have her first solo show at Abend Gallery in Denver May 26 through June 23. Among the paintings is Where is Home. The nude woman lies on a white cotton shroud or kafan. In Iran,…

There have been many hardships over the past year that have affected people around the country in different ways. Gallery owner Mary Williams recognized this and while “praying for our beloved and embattled country” the idea for the exhibition America the Beautiful came to her. The invitational show, presented by her gallery, Mary Williams Fine Arts, includes artwork representing the 50 states. The virtual exhibition, opening Memorial Day weekend on May 31 and running through July 10, has its own website and a unique organizational system so collectors can easily find works by the more than 130 participating artists. “We have represented every single state in the show, but that doesn’t mean if you’re from Oregon that your paintings are of Oregon,” says Williams. She explains that when visitors go…

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Each episode will offer fresh perspectives on the American art market from many of the movers and shakers, including familiar faces that have been featured in the pages of our publications. We’re talking to top artists, gallery owners, museum curators, fair organizers and promoters, auction specialists and art dealers, as well as leading art experts in a variety of fields and genres. No stone will be left unturned as we dig into the fascinating and exciting world of American art. These voices will be a complementary companion to your printed magazine and will add a new dimension to your collecting and your understanding of contemporary representational art. By reading the magazines, and now listening to the podcast, you’ll have an all-access pass into the exciting world of American art as…

A weekend of bright, festive floral art celebrates the start of summer at the San Diego Museum of Art in California. Art Alive, running June 17 to 20, “blooms again in a kaleidoscope of color for this 40th anniversary year.” The exhibition features galleries filled with floral installations inspired by the San Diego Museum of Art’s permanent collection. Nearly 100 pieces will be set up throughout the museum grounds. Virtual activities like a 360-degree tour of the exhibition, a virtual silent auction and at-home workshops will be available as well.…

www.AmericanArtCollector.com Discover New Art Available For Sale The new art of today’s major artists is in big demand, and if you’re serious about acquiring it you need to know about it sooner. When you subscribe to American Art Collector magazine you’ll be the first to know because each month we’ll email you the link to the latest issue online. You’ll have instant access to the latest issue immediately when it is published. You’ll see the art coming available for sale before the shows even open. Coast-To-Coast Coverage See new art being created by major living artists from the East Coast to the West Coast and everywhere in between. Many readers travel across the country to acquire pieces from galleries showing new work in this magazine. Covering The Major Art Destinations Our Art Lover’s Guides alert…

Pittsburgh-born artist Ann Tanksley has an innate understanding of the world. Her paintings, although done in an abstract expression style, never shy away from reality. They depict very real moments reflective of life experiences. This summer, RJD Gallery in Romeo, Michigan, will mount the exhibition Soul to Soul, featuring old and new compositions by the artist. The decades of work on display reflect a variety of series, which will show the breadth of her influences. “Ann Tanksley’s work expresses a deep lifelong love and appreciation of people and the human condition—the struggles, triumphs and the jubilations. She communicates that love on the deepest level, soul to soul, through poignant portrayals of life’s moments filled with both drama and joy,” says Joi Jackson Perle, director of RJD Gallery. “A conversation between…

The gestural artwork of Jennifer Pochinski is guided by instinct—rugged brushstrokes and vivid colors that come together to create an experience of pure human emotion. “My work is driven by the sensuousness of paint,” she says. “I feel that the unfolding process should remain visible as if to bear witness to the emotionality of the artist during the whole course of making the painting. Somehow I’d like the paintings to provide access to an experience of life on a visceral level.” The human form, says Pochinski, is always prominent in her mind when she paints. “I love watching life take shape by the movement of the brush. And I like narratives that form when two figures are put together on a canvas.” The artist will exhibit new works during an…

Beginning June 4, Meyer Vogl Gallery features the work of five artists who attempt to bring back a little shine to our faces, and put a little love in our hearts. Anne Blair Brown, Diane Eugster, Kathleen Jones, Laurie Meyer and Carlos San Millán, have each created paintings for the show, titled Love Story, where they “each pay homage to one subject they keep coming back to. Something that lights a little fire inside every time they paint it; their own personal love story.” “It’s been a year of loss, heartache and anger, but at the same time, it’s been a year of renewed devotion to the things that matter most to us,” says Meyer Vogl Gallery director and co-owner Katie Geer. “With Love Story, we wanted to, simply enough,…

Gedion Nyanhongo passionately transforms hard and enduring stone into sculptures that capture all that is good and worth preserving in the world. “I believe sculpture has the capacity to lift people’s spirits in a way that can make their lives better,” says the artist, who was influenced and taught by his father, Claud, one of the pioneers of the Shona Sculpture Movement of Zimbabwe. Nyanhongo is now considered the leading Shona Stone Sculptor in the world. Nyanhongo’s expressive works are deceptively simple and flowing sculptures carved completely by hand. His imagination is influenced by each stone he chisels into. He says, “The stone calls to me, telling me what it wants to become. I remove what doesn’t belong.” Collectors can see his work June 5 and 6 at 57th Street…

The June issue of American Art Collector has always been one of my favorites to work on each year. Our Marine Art section is perfectly timed since it feels like an ode to summertime with its gorgeous beach scenes and meticulously rendered boats. Even in the works featuring historic vessels and yacht races the memories of the salty sea air trickle in and it’s like a transport to another place and time. The issue also marks the midway point of our yearly coverage, and it’s been wonderful to see galleries, fair producers, artists and more continuing to look ahead. In this issue you’ll find an array of virtual exhibitions, hybrid events and even more in-person shows. One of the major highlights is a feature on photorealist master Richard Estes’ first…

Episode 1: Tim Blueflint Ramel We’re talking shop with flutemaker and jeweler Tim Blueflint Ramel (Bad River Chippewa/Comanche) at the 63rd annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market in Phoenix, Arizona. And Tim plays his flute! Episode 2: Victoria Adams In-depth interview with top jeweler Victoria Adams (Southern Cheyenne/Arapaho) at the 63rd annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market in Phoenix, Arizona. She takes us through her history and tells us about her exceptional work. Episode 3: Birdie Real Bird We’re speaking with artist Birdie Real Bird (Crow) at the 63rd annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market in Phoenix, Arizona. She wowed judges at this year’s show with a beaded parade saddle. Episode 4: Darryl Dean Begay & Rebecca Begay We’re talking jewelry with husband-and-wife dream…

A 25-foot high fiberglass sculpture of an abstract drone by artist Sam Durant is set to be installed in May on the High Line Plinth, one of the only sites in New York City dedicated solely to new, monumental, contemporary art commissions. The sculpture—a simplified version of a drone that omits features like landing gear, cameras and weapons—follows Simone Leigh’s Brick House sculpture that has been displayed since 2019. Durant’s Untitled (drone) will be displayed until August 22.…

1 Making an Impact George Billis Gallery recently opened a solo exhibition for artist Shawn Huckins at its Los Angeles location. The exhibition, which we featured in our April 2020 issue, displayed new works from the artist’s landscape series. In each piece, Huckins paints his own interpretation of a masterwork and adds hand painted text across the top to convey different moods and emotions. This show focused on relationships. “His work is receiving a huge response at the moment—his technical skill paired with the timely nature of his use of contemporary text statements is truly resonating with collectors,” says gallery director Tressa Williams. In early April, she shared, “Three paintings in the upcoming show have already sold and others are under consideration.” Among the works sold was Huckins’ painting Matterhorn:…

One of the most recognizable qualities to Matthew Sievers’ artwork is how he handles paint. He adeptly and harmoniously blends detail and abstraction as well as mixes bright, vivid colors with quieter passages. This results in compositions unique to his experiences and interests as an artist. They are works that seamlessly exhibit alongside one another regardless of whether it’s a rural or city scene. May 28 through June 9, Blue Rain Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico, will mount the show Seeing through a Painted Veil with new work by Sievers. The title of the show relates to how the artist paints as well as to memories and perception. He says, “I want any of my themes, when viewed, to be relatable to the viewer. It’s not crisp or sharp.”…

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For painter Andrew Shears, there is a beautiful simplicity in the mundane, the ordinary, the pedestrian. He remembers going to parties, during those ancient pre-pandemic times, and being fascinated by windows sills, walls with interesting textures or shapes, or banged-up floors. “People probably thought I was weird, but it was those simple things in the world that were my subjects,” he says. “It wasn’t even about exposing the beauty, but just about using these objects as a launchpad to talk about more formal issues involving painting.” The issues he wanted to talk about were light and shadow, abstraction, form and even expressionism to a certain degree. The paintings have culminated into a new grouping of images that are now open at EVOKE Contemporary in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The show,…

Artist Colby Sanford is sharing an intriguing new collection of approximately 20 works, to be displayed at Meyer Gallery in Park City, Utah. Sanford is most known for depicting his family as his subjects, but “his paintings seem to speak to our own distant memories,” says Meyer Gallery, “perhaps telling us something about ourselves.” While Sanford has indeed explored many significant conceptual themes in his career, his show with Meyer titled Patterns, expands even further. “My work is based around my own life as the jumping point,” Sanford explains, “but it gets a little more romantic in mind as I consider everything that happens. I dig deep into the meaning and [in respects to this show] I explore things like intergenerational patterns.” For Patterns, Sanford’s thinking began with an exploration…

The ninth annual Realism Without Borders, presented by Vanessa Rothe Fine Art in Laguna Beach, California, will include more than 50 works by 25 top international artists. Hailing from places such as the United States, Germany, France, Norway and Russia, the exhibition “blurs physical country borders and boundaries as well as allows for creative freedom without boundaries within the works.” Participating in the show will be artists such as Dan McCaw, CW Mundy, Derek Penix, Vincent Xeus, Kyla Ma, Michelle Dunaway, Scott Burdick, Susan Lyon, Alexander Kremer, Pavel Sokov, Nicolas Martin, Ray Roberts, Peggi Kroll-Roberts, Jesse Powell, Kyle Stuckey and gallery owner Vanessa Rothe. “Artists from all over the globe can now share their images of work through social media and are influencing one another across borders. This exhibition celebrates those…

Haven Gallery West in Northport, New York, seeks out “emotionally, intellectually and imaginatively driven, representational artwork that connects the audience and artist with universal axioms and passions. We work with both emerging and established artists who transcend their medium and subjects by exploring the world around them as well as the one within themselves.” Erica Berkowitz and Joseph Weinreb have previously asked artists to look to the work of Lewis Carroll for inspiration. Oscar Wilde, which will be shown June 5 through July 4, focuses on the work of the great British storyteller. The gallery notes, “Whether it is environment, character, costume, narrative or continuation of a story, we ask that the artist interprets these elements in their own style while simultaneously paying an homage to the author’s works.” Two…

From Ogunquit and Kennebunkport to Portland and Rockland, the coastal state of Maine is paradise for the artist and collector alike. Its charming maritime atmosphere has provided abundant inspiration for iconic artists like Andrew Wyeth and Winslow Homer, and served as an important destination for the evolution of American impressionism. And that magnetic pull toward the need to create art still swirls in Maine’s misty air today, with local contemporary artists who are continuously inspired by the state’s natural and cultural charms. A major facet of the Pine Tree State are its sculpture trails, several of which span a 350-mile stretch across the state, as well as its historic artist studios featuring the residences of Homer, Wyeth and Maine native Bernard Langlais. In the popular destination city of Portland, opportunities…

New York, NY • www.jackbrownart.com New York-based artist Jack Brown’s earliest memory of drawing a picture was of an airplane skywriting the letters “ABC” when he was three years old. “Somehow I must have known from that day on that I was going to spend my life making pictures,” says Brown. “Years of learning how to draw, studying anatomy, experimenting with paints and learning composition continued, as did my passion for art.” Knowing he wanted to work in the art industry professionally, Brown became a graphic designer and then an art director. “Eventually I opened my own graphic design company. The projects I worked on were varied. I worked on everything from abstract design to illustration. Most of the work we did was highly creative and required solutions from inception…

Scan for VIDEO Working exclusively with oils, Narelle Zeller is an Australian representational artist best known for her highly detailed portraits. While primarily a figure painter, Zeller is currently experimenting with still life, striving to convey an authentic and honest representation of each subject. In every painting, she’s “infusing personal and universal narratives…to stir the viewer to question and connect to the stories behind each painting.” Bury Me with a Mandarin portrays Zeller’s friend Hope delicately holding a mandarin while standing in front of floral wallpaper that looks like a burst of summer. “[The painting] was inspired during a conversation eating mandarins one day. The title refers to a family in-joke illustrating her quirky, playful and family-orientated personality,” says the artist. “Hope has a stillness about her which I wanted…