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Pacific Northwest Area Sculptors Explore Space at Sculpture Gallery

Making Space Sculpture Show - October 2019

This month, our Making Space sculpture gallery show displayed the talent and commitment of both Pacific Northwest Sculptors and Northwest Stone Sculptors Association members. ArtReach Gallery is a huge space and we filled it with excellent examples of our work. We drew a steady stream of visitors. I heard many positive remarks about the quality of sculptures in the sculpture show from International Sculpture Conference participants. We presented ourselves well.

ArtReach Gallery Sculpture Show Sculptures - October 2019

Collaborating For A Sculpture Gallery Show

The effort required to assemble 39 pieces from 25 sculptors was epic. We had five or six sculptures between 5’ and 8’ tall. There were multiple stone sculptures nearly equaling the weight of their creators. My only regret is that the show only lasted four days. 

The lack of sales was disappointing, but the boost in visibility and a few new memberships may have long term benefits for the organization. This was our first collaborative venture with NWSSA. I hope we will produce another show in the Seattle area. Sheldon Hurst, the curator at ArtReach has also suggested we display a few sculptures at ArtReach on an ongoing basis.

ArtReach Gallery Sculpture Show - October 2019

Special thanks to Bob Dale for identifying the space and making introductions. Working with Sheldon Hurst was as pleasant an experience as I’ve had in a long time. Additional thanks to Dave Gonzo and Andy Kennedy for moving pedestals to and from storage. A special thanks also go to Sue Quast for taking the lead on hospitality for our reception. And, no activity is complete without a thank you to George who helped with coordination and assisted in judging the entries. Shelly and Jessica worked kept us visible on social media. Thank you to all the participants who put a lot into getting work to and from the gallery for such a short event. And, finally, there are a number of NWSSA members who deserve a nod, including Cyra Jane and Carl Nelson whom I worked with directly.

Thanks to Marty Eichinger for co-hosting a reception for conference attendees and PNWS members. That was a great networking opportunity.

I’m sure I’ve overlooked a few others who also deserve to be thanked. My apologies.

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Filed Under: Events, Events-Archive, Members, Reviews Tagged With: Andy Kennedy, ArtReach Gallery, Bob Dale, Carl Nelson, Chas Martin, Cyra Jane, Dave Gonzo, International Sculpture Conference, Marty Eichinger, Northwest Stone Sculptors Association, NWSSA, Sculptors, Sculpture Show, Sheldon Hurst, Sue Quast Author: Chas Martin

Sculpture Show Opens at Portland’s Multnomah Art Center

Unmatched Pairs Sculpture Show - Sept 2019 - gathering

Nearly a year ago, at a member meeting in SE Portland, board president Chas Martin suggested we do a sculpture show based on collaborations between member pairs. Needless to say, the concept was met with much enthusiasm. First, each member could choose their own collaborator, or one would be chosen for them. Each participant would display one of their own pieces along with the collaborative piece. It was encouraged that some form of documentation of the pairs’ creative process is shared. An attractive and accessible gallery space located at the Multnomah Art Center in Multnomah Village was selected for the exhibition.

Unmatched Pairs: The Sculpture Show

  • Unmatched Pairs Sculpture Show - Sept 2019 - 3
  • Unmatched Pairs Sculpture Show - Sept 2019 - 2
  • Unmatched Pairs Sculpture Show - Sept 2019 - 1

There was much anticipation among the members as each pair committed their time, materials, and talent to their collaborations. The opening for this sculpture show was held on Friday, September 6, and it was clear the collaborators had made the most of the idea. It showed in the reaction of the visitors. A happy and noisy, inquisitive crowd had turned out. I had to turn my hearing aids down.

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Filed Under: Events, Events-Archive Tagged With: Chas Martin, George Heath, Multnomah Art Center, Sculpture Show, Unmatched Pairs Author: George Heath

Art Collaborations – Sculptors Pair Up for Unmatched Pairs Sculpture Show

Unmatched Pairs Event - 2019 - Multnomah Arts Center
  • Unmatched Pairs Event - Multnomah Arts Center - Exhibit photo - 3
  • Unmatched Pairs Event - Multnomah Arts Center - Exhibit photo - 2
  • Unmatched Pairs Event - Multnomah Arts Center - Exhibit photo - 1

Ten of our members responded to the call for art collaborations for our September show at the Multnomah Art Center. The concept is simple: each will display one piece plus one in collaboration with their partner. The theme, “Unmatched Pairs” seems entirely appropriate when you consider the styles and skills of those who paired up. 

Preliminary sketches are starting to surface as the pairs consider what and how they will interact. A few examples give clues as to what kind of fireworks this show may produce.

The show runs September 6th – 30th with a reception on Friday, September 6 from 7-9pm. The Multnomah Art Center is at 7688 SW Capitol Highway, Portland. It’s in the heart of Multnomah Village.

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Filed Under: Events, Events-Archive Tagged With: Art Collaborations, Chas Martin, Multnomah Art Center, Multnomah Village, Sculpture Event, Sculpture Show, Unmatched Pairs Author: Chas Martin

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