Equine Spirit Location: Hacienda de las Rosas Wine Tasting Rooms Event Dates: 8/1/2008 - 9/30/2008 Reception: 8/2/2008 • 4-7 pm
Solo show of paintings from my Equine Spirit series at the Hacienda de las Rosas Wine Tasting Room on the Plaza del Pasado in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. This is my first show in San Diego and I'm excited for the opportunity to show my work to a new audience. If you are in the San Diego area, stop by for a sample of the Hacineda's own wines and enjoy the artwork!
Painted Ponies oil 30x40
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Richard Schmid-Rist Canyon VFD Show Location: Rist Canyon, Bellvue, Colorado Event Dates: 8/31/2008 - 8/31/2008 Reception: 8/31/2008 • 1-4pm
This is the premier art auction in northern Colorado. Started by internationally known artist Richard Schmid, the auction benefits the Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department. A painting by Richard, and paintings by 100 nationally known artists are offered for auction. Go to www.rcvfd-richard-schmid-art-auction.com for details and to view works for sale. This is the painting I will have for sale in the silent auction. It is a sweet little painting of a house sparrow hanging on to a branch.
Hanging On oil 8x8
Unbridled Beauty Location: Poudre River Arts Center Event Dates: 9/5/2008 - 9/16/2008 Reception: 9/5/2008 • 6-9 pm
It has been said that "the wind of heaven is that which blows between their ears". Their bodies are powerful, living machines powered by 'green' energy. If you treasure the notion of the horse as a symbol of freedom and unfettered instinct, then "Unbridled Beauty" an upcoming exhibit at the Poudre River Arts Center is a must see.
The show celebrates the graceful beauty, strength and heroism of the horse with works in a variety of media. The main gallery will feature an invitational show with art by Bob Coonts, Kate Dardine, Adrian Davis, Lorri Acott-Fowler as well as the artwork of the Poudre River Artists. Upstairs in the new "Art Loft Gallery" there will be an additional exhibit of equestrian art by local and regional artists. Not enough horse art for you? Then don't miss the Center for Fine Art Photography's show "All Things Horses" also at the PoudreRiverArtsCenter.
This event is free to the public. The opening reception is September 5, 2008 from 6-9:00 and continues to September 16th. There will be light refreshments and live music during the reception. The PoudreRiverArtsCenter is located at 406 N. College Avenue. Hours are Wed.- Sat. 10:00-5:00. For more information please visit the website at www.poudreriverartcenter.com
