Life is a Gift!

Life is a gift~

"Autum Respite" sketch, artist: Darcy Gerdes (c)2010

" Live. And Live Well. BREATHE. Breathe in and Breathe deeply. Be PRESENT. Do not be past. Do not be future. Be now. On a crystal clear, breezy 70 degree day, roll down the windows and FEEL the wind against your skin. Feel the warmth of the sun. If you run, then allow those first few breaths on a cool Autumn day to FREEZE your lungs and do not just be alarmed, be ALIVE. Get knee-deep in a novel and LOSE track of time. If you bike, pedal HARD and if you crash then crash well. Feel the SATISFACTION of a job well done-a paper well-written, a project thoroughly completed, a play well-performed. If you must wipe the snot from your 3-year old' s nose, don't be disgusted if the Kleenex didn't catch it all because soon he'll be wiping his own. If you've recently experienced loss, then GRIEVE. And Grieve well. At the table with friends and family, LAUGH. If you're eating and laughing at the same time, then might as well laugh until you puke. And if you eat, then SMELL. The aromas are not impediments to your day. Steak on the grill, coffee beans freshly ground, cookies in the oven. And TASTE. Taste every ounce of flavor. Taste every ounce of friendship. Taste every ounce of Life. Because-it-is-most-definitely-a-Gift."

- Kyle Lake, "Sermon"

Happy Thanksgiving! Darcy

"Art is a Pigment Of Your Imagination"

Flying Pigment Studio

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

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"Zhee-Clay" WHAT IS IT?

What is a giclee "zhee-clay"

Giclée (pronounced [ʒiːˈkleɪ] "zhee-clay" or /dʒiːˈkleɪ, from French IPA: [ʒiˈkle]), is an invented name (i.e. a neologism) for the process of making fine art prints from a digital source using ink-jet printing. The word "giclée" is derived from the French language word "le gicleur" meaning "nozzle", or more specifically "gicler" meaning "to squirt, spurt, or spray"[1]. It was coined in 1991 by Jack Duganne[2], a printmaker working in the field, to represent any inkjet-based digital print used as fine art. The intent of that name was to distinguish commonly known industrial "Iris proofs" from the type of fine art prints artists were producing on those same types of printers. The name was originally applied to fine art prints created on Iris printers in a process invented in the early 1990s but has since come to mean any high quality ink-jet print and is often used in galleries and print shops to denote such prints.

 
 




"Crow Spirit" Keeper of Sacred Law,
by artist: Darcy Gerdes





~Artist proofs: 5- 8x10" signed $25.~ sold: 4/5
24x36" giclee canvas print price: $450.
Printed 5, sold 4   Order one using the link below:
12/2/2010 sold 5/5 order only : darcy@flyingpigmentstudio.com


The "Crow Spirit" giclee was made by Fine Art Printmaking by Adtech Giclee - Featuring The Latest in Micro-Piezo Printing Technology, Long-Life Fade-Resistant Archival Pigments and the World's Finest Imported and Domestic Acid-Free, Archival Papers and Cotton Canvas That Give Your Art the Look and Feel of the Original Paintings.";
http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/m_o_t_o_r_c_y_c_l_e_s.htm  
 
Thanks for stopping in,  Darc
P. S. Please feel free to comment!

Competition fierce at Idyllwild art alliance show

Competition fierce at Idyllwild art alliance show
http://www.pe.com/localnews/stories/PE_News_Local_E_eart10.23e06dd.html

Artist Darcy Gerdes, of Flying Pigment Studio, is exhibiting an acrylic painting she titled "Vision Eclipse." Her vision series is based on endangered animals and the environment.

Robert Genn's Ten Commandments of Art Pricing

Thou shalt start out cheap. ( I did . . .)

Thou shalt publish thy prices. ( They are . . .)

Thou shalt not lower thy prices. ( Won't . . .)

Thou shalt raise thy prices regularly and a little. ( I do . . .)

Thou shalt not have one price for Sam and another for Joe. ( Haven't done this . . .)

Thou shalt not price by talent or time taken, but by size. ( I do, $3.50 sq inch . .)

Thou shalt lay control on thy agents and dealers. ( I have . . .)

Thou shalt not easily discount thy prices. ( only if you buy more then one . . .)

Thou shalt deal with those who will honor thee. ( so far so good . . .)

Thou shalt end up expensive. ( getting very expensive . . .)

From: Robert Genn's Ten Commandments of Art Pricing: http://www.painterskeys.com/clickbacks/pricing.asp  

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Vision Revelations 10x20" acrylic

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(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes The Souvenir 48x48" acrylic

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Home School'd 12x36" acrylic

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Autum Respite 18x24" acrylic

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Eyes are the window to the soul 3x4" acrylic

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Wild Solitude 12x36" acrylic

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Quilt Day 10x20" acrylic

(c) 2010 Artist: Darcy Gerdes Crow Spirit 24x36" acrylic

Thanks for stoppin in!
 Please feel free to comment!

Artist: Darcy Gerdes

"Art is a Pigment Of Your Imagination"

Flying Pigment Studio

100% Reproduction Rights Reserved by artist:

Darcy Gerdes ©2010 World Wide Copyright

Getting Ready for Art Alliance of Idyllwild Studio Tour 2010

front view of studio, sign is up & garden is watered!! . . .

got my sign up at the front door . . .

work in progress . . .

Darcy Gerdes

Flying Pigment Studio

"Art is a pigment of your imagination"

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

Incredible Audible & Studio Tour

http://www.facebook.com/ArtAlliance

Date: Saturday, July 10, 2010

Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Idyllwild, California

Incredible Audible & Studio Tour Map: Print it out!

http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAI2010AudibleStudioMap.pdf

Plein AIr & 3-D Festival, Idyllwild

Idyllwild Plein Air & 3-D Art Festival:
Sponsored by Dr. William Kern
www. artinidyllwild.com 877/439-5278

Saturday, June 12th 12pm-5pm: Idyllwild Galleries feature 3-D art

Saturday, June 12th, 2010 8am-2pm: Paint, draw and sculpt outdoors in Idyllwild

Sunday, June 13th, 2010 9am-1pm: Champagne Reception, Awards & Art Sale to be held at: Quiet Creek Inn Living Room Gallery

Directions to Inn: Take 243 from Town, Make Right Turn on Tollgate Rd., First Right Turn, take Delano Drive. Inn is located on left, block and a half from turn.

26345 Delano Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951)659-6110 http://www.quietcreekinn.com/

Artists SIGN UP HERE: http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAIPleinAir3D.pdf



Artist: Darcy Gerdes
"Art is a pigment of your imagination"
Flying Pigment Studio
http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

12 Annual Member's Show Award Winners!!

12th Annual Members' Show Award Winners

Artist's Choice -

1st Place, Darcy Gerdes "Earth Rising"

2nd Place, Kathleen Chaney "Eyes on You"

People's Choice -

1st Place, Ethan Stward "New Day"
2nd Place, Elena Kern "Wild Lilies"
2nd Place (tie), Norm Deesing "Defending the Earth"

http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAI_Calendarx.html

Getting Ready for June 12 - 9th Annual Plein Air & 3-D Art Festival

http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAI_Calendarx.html

View the progress of artist's site specific creations around the village ofIdyllwild. See finished work and vote for your choice for the Community Favorite Award. Member galleries feature three dimensional artists in clay,glass, fiber, furniture, jewelry, and mixed media. Member galleries havemaps of the tour.

Flying Pigment Studio

Darcy Gerdes

"Art is a pigment of your imagination"

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

Idyllwild Offers Plenty of Art this Weekend!

Idyllwild offers plenty of art this weekend


10:00 PM PDT on Wednesday, May 5, 2010
By DIANE A. RHODESSpecIal to The Press-Enterprise
http://www.pe.com/localnews/stories/PE_News_Local_E_ediane06.4a9d7f0.html

I've always enjoyed the cooler temperatures and beautiful environment of Idyllwild.

The creative juices that flow from artists and musicians practically run down the streets of North Circle Drive. It seems like there is an art gallery on every corner, much like gas stations in other cities. Walking through the town, you meet locals and tourists who share an interest in loving good art and listening to good music.

Each year, the Art Alliance of Idyllwild holds events to showcase local talent and offer people a chance to meet artists and learn about the specialties of different galleries.

On Saturday, the nonprofit organization will combine two of its most popular events into one weekend of activities. The Member Show and the Treasure Hunt and Gallery Tour will give visitors a chance to enjoy viewing -- and hopefully buying -- some original objets d'art.

Sponsored by Middle Ridge Winery, Oakwood Village will host the 12th annual member show. The Open Exhibition will be from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. As always, there will be an "under $100" section where people can pick up a work of art by an AAI artist for a bargain price.

An artists' reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and is a great opportunity to chat with local artists to learn about the history or inspiration for a particular piece.

"Quite a few galleries opened in the last year (mine included); more than in the recent past," wrote Mike Ahern of Quiet Creek Inn's Living Room Gallery in an e-mail. "Signs of 'new growth' are steadily appearing after a dreary year or more of economic woes."

Ahern said a new and revitalized AAI Board of Directors felt it would be good to streamline some events and combine AAI gallery member and artist member participation.

"Earth Rising" 12x36" acrylic, by Darcy Gerdes will be at the Member Show!

Another gallery on the map for the Treasure Hunt and Gallery Tour -- but not in the downtown area -- is Flying Pigment Studio.

"I named the studio long ago, because of a favorite quote a fellow artist told me: 'Art is a Pigment Of Your Imagination,' plus I've done a bit of skydiving and also fling the paint around," said artist Darcy Gerdes. "My studio features, wildlife, sci-fi, whimsical, religious, still life, landscapes art, and licensed work done for several different publishers."

Treasure maps to the AAI member galleries can be picked up at the Village Centre gazebo anytime after noon but must be returned before the 5 p.m. drawing to win prizes provided by local businesses, artists and organizations.

The Oakwood Village is at 54425 N. Circle Drive. Treasure maps are $3 each or two for $5.

Information, 877-439-5278 or http://www.artinidyllwild.com/

Reach Diane A. Rhodes at 951-763-3461 or dianealease@hot mail.com

May 8, 12th Annual Artist Members' Show & Treasure Hunt, Idyllwild.CA

May 8 - 12th Annual Artist Members' Show, Treasure Hunt & Gallery Tour

An open show of works from over 75 AAI member artists featuring People's Choice and Artists awards. Also this weekend guests are invited on a treasure hunt through the member galleries. Maps and clues are provided. Guest artists in the galleries have the answers!


Dear AAI Artist,

Next weekend is going to be a busy day in Idyllwild, with events drawing people from Southern California communities near and far! One of the big events is our Twelfth Annual Artist Members' Show. As an AAI member, your art will be for sale at the price you set. Tourists and locals will vote for People's Choice awards and Artist Choice Awards. We encourage you to also bring something for the "under $100" section of the show.

Art Submittal: Drop off work on May 5 & 6 (Wednesday & Thursday) from 1 - 6 pm. Location; Oakwood Village

Pick up any unsold art on Sunday from 3 - 5 pm

For more information about exhibiting your art in the Members' art show: http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAIMembersShowForm.pdf

Art Event Schedule:
Primary Location: Oakwood Village 54425 N. Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA

Saturday, May 8th 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Open Exhibition of AAI Members' Show ArtWork

Saturday, May 8th 6 pm - 8 pm Member Show Reception Sunday, May 9th 9:00am – 1:00 pm Continuation of Open Exhibition of AAI Members' Show work


Art Alliance of Idyllwild http://www.artinidyllwild.com/
877/439-5278
P.O. Box 472Idyllwild, CA 92549

Become a fan on Facebook! http://www.facebook.com/ArtAlliance


Flying Pigment Studio
Artist: Darcy Gerdes
http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

The Eye of the Artist

IDYLLWILD, CA – 3/8/10 – What does “scale” mean to you? That’s what artists in Idyllwild must decide for this year’s “Eye of the Artist” event, presented by the Art Alliance of Idyllwild. For the March 13, event, each artist member will create a work of art based on his or her interpretation of “scale.” With mediums that include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, glass, jewelry, furniture, basketry, metal and mixed media, the results are sure to be spectacular.

This year’s “Eye Opener,” which takes place at the Rainbow in on South Circle Drive, from 7-9pm, begins the AAI’s 13th season of promoting arts and arts education in the mountain town of Idyllwild while supporting local artists and galleries. Each of the AAI’s member artists is asked to create a piece of art based on the theme. About 50 interpretations of the theme “scale” are expected and guests will have a chance to take home one or more of these original works of art in an “opportunity drawing. For the cost of a $2 ticket, you can add to your art collection or start a new one. Local gallery owners also get into the act by donating exquisite works of art, which will go to the highest bidder in a live auction, hosted by Frank Ferro.

"This year's EYE event is going to be a great way to kick off the year up in Idyllwild,” said AAI artist Norm Deesing. “As an artist, I am always thrilled with the variety of beautiful pieces of art from other local artists. My family and I love this mountain showcase. Every year we walk away from this event with a fantastic art bargain and having a hell of a time."

The “Eye of the Artist” event is the AAI’s largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds help fund AAI events throughout the season. The event also kicks off the annual “Second Saturdays” season, which offers a unique art events from March through October. For a listing of this year’s events, please visit the AAI web site (http://www.artindiyllwild.com/).

Don Reed will provide the evening’s entertainment. Daly Construction is sponsoring the event with floral arrangements provided by Florist in the Forest. The Art Alliance of Idyllwild is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization that contributes to the Idyllwild Arts Academy and to the SmArts Program at Idyllwild School. A suggested donation of $5, you will enjoy a spirited evening of food, fun and exceptional art. Tickets for the opportunity drawing are $2 each, 3 for $5, 7 for $10 or 25 for $20. Buy more and boost your odds of taking home an incredible piece of original art for a bargain.

For more information, call the Art Alliance of Idyllwild at 877-439-5278 or visit the web site at http://www.artinidyllwild.com/.

Darcy Gerdes
"Art is a Pigment Of Your Imagination"

Flying Pigment Studio
http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

March 13- Eye of the Artist Art Show & Fundraiser

Im working one mine..The theme this year is "Scale"
Lots of possibilities: size, music, skin, balance etc.

Eye of the Artist Art Show and Fundraiser

http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAI_Calendarx.html

Member artists create works of art around a theme for opportunity drawings. Live auction of donated pieces frommember galleries. Come enjoy, food, wine and entertainment. Artists donate works that are then offered in an opportunity drawing. This event is a great opportunity to get to know the art collectors and do some networking. Proceeds from the event go to fund artist events and scholarships. Selection of Artists' and People's Choice Awards will be made at the reception. Points earned from these awards will move you one step closer to AAI's Artist of theYear. By donating work, artists are exempt from hanging fees for the rest of the year's shows. At the Rainbow Inn, 54420 South Circle Dr., 7-9pm

Darcy Gerdes
"Art is a Pigment of Your Imagination"

Flying Pigment Studio
http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

25" of final sale price will support United States Fund for UNICEF

This auction is over. I wanted to say "Thank You" & Congratulations to wpfdesigns for the winning bid & Support of UNICEF at ebay for #Haiti's kids. How cool that Ebay provides a way to help Haiti & that both of us are helping!!

25% of the final sale price will support United States Fund for UNICEF

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260541962764&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

"Pigasus, When Pigs Fly?" at Ebay, starting bid: $15.00



Surrounded by an enchanted woodlands, a family of flying pigs playing tag you're
"it" with butterflies while picnicking near the lake. "open edition, a signed "Reproduction"
from Artist, Darcy Gerdes, Original: 24x36" acrylic on canvas, artist's collection (NFS)~
artist's proofs $75.00 (Sold out)Print Size: 18x24",white border, text center, Open Edition,
Date of Production: (c) 1991


"Children are often the silent victims" #Haiti Thank you, Darcy

About this nonprofit: U.S. Fund for UNICEF supports child survival, protection, and development worldwide thru education, advocacy, and fundraising. For every child: Health, Education, Equality, Protection, Emergency Aid, such Haiti Earthquake Relief.
This is an eBay Giving Works charitable listing (Administered by MissionFish)

"How much is that Harley in the Window?"

Merry Christmas... Thought I'd share a little "diddy" this year for Christmas. Wrote it last year, to feature a giclee release of "Crow Spirit" a canvas print. The tittle: "How Much is that Harley in the Window" & is sung to "How Much is the Doggie in the Window"

Hope you enjoy it~ Happy Holidays! Darcy

"How Much is that Harley in the Window"

Darcy Gerdes ©2009

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR)

The one with the shinny new tail

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR!)

I do hope that Harley's for sale.

I must take a trip to Flying Pigment Studio

And leave my poor sweetheart alone

If he has a Hog, he won't be so all alone with his radio

And the Harley will have a good home.

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR!)

The one with the shinny new tail

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR!)

I do hope that Harley's for sale.

I read in the paper there are riders (roar! ROAR!)

With tail-lights that shine in the dark

My love needs a Harley to protect him

And scare them away with one quick park.

I don't want a Honda or Vespa

I don't want a bike with pearls

I don't want a little motor of blah

He can buy the bike for his girl.

How much is that Harley in the window?

It’s $450.00, a signed canvas print

At the Flying Pigment Studio window

Just for your va room~Va Room~ (hint! HINT!!)

"crow spirit" Keeper of Sacred Law" 24x36"

giclee canvas gallery wrapped print price: $450.00

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/m_o_t_o_r_c_y_c_l_e_s.htm

Fine Art Printmaking by Adtech Giclee- Featuring The Latest in Micro-Piezo Printing Technology, Long-Life Fade-Resistant Archival Pigments and the World's Finest Imported and DomesticAcid-Free, Archival Papers and Cotton Canvas That Give Your Art the Look and Feel of the Original Paintings."This unique "Museum Wrap" provides a clean, finished look fromfront, side and back. The canvas is wrapped around wooden support bars to create a finished look that allows you to hang the piece withouta frame or it can be framed with any standard frame.

Artist: Darcy Gerdes ©2009

"Art is a pigment of your imagination"

Flying Pigment Studio

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

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The artwork that is contained in this website/blog is copyright. Other than for purposes of and subject to the conditions prescribed under the copyright laws of the United States, no part of it in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise) can be altered, reproduced, sorted in a retrieval system or transmitted without prior written permission from artist, Darcy Gerdes, Flying Pigment Studio ©2009

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Work In Progress, "Earth Rising" ©2009

Work in Progress, "Earth Rising"
12x36" acrylic on gallery wrapped linen

"Terrestrial Reflections on our Orbital Moon~" darcy gerdes

This painting revealed itself to me in a dream.

great quotes:

"Water is the driving force of all nature." Leonardo da Vinci

"Beauty is a primeval phenomenon, which itself never makes its appearance, but the reflection of which is visible in a thousand different utterances of the creative mind, and is as various as nature herself." Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

"Water is the soul of the earth." Robert A Swanson & W.H. Auden

'No one can see their reflection in running water.

It is only in still water that we can see." Taoist proverb

Thanks for stoppin in..

Merry Christmas~ Darcy

PS. thank you to all my new followers here at the blog...

Artist: Darcy Gerdes ©2009
Flying Pigment Studio
http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

The artwork that is contained in this website/blog is copyright. Other than for purposes of and subject to the conditions prescribed under the copyright laws of the United States, no part of it in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise) can be altered, reproduced, sorted in a retrieval system or transmitted without prior written permission from artist, Darcy Gerdes, Flying Pigment Studio ©2009

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The Witch Tree~

Shadows of a thousand years rise again unseen,Voices whisper in the trees, "Tonight is Halloween!" ~Dexter Kozen

Happy Halloween & Best Witches~

Awhile ago, a friend, wanted to show me this tree, called "The Witch Tree", located somewhere in the San Jacinto mtns. I've been sworn to secrecy of its location . . .

these poor souls told bout the witch tree . . .

Flying Pigment Studio Gallery, Halloween, 07

Skelton acrylic sketch used in

Trafford Publishing: The Bible and Wildlife Conservation

by Gene L. Gerdes, illustrations by Darcy Gerdes.

52 pages; quality trade paperback (soft cover);

illustrated; catalogue #04-1781; ISBN 1-4120-3974-6

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

Art 360 by the Art Allaince of Idyllwild

Art in 360° by the Art Alliance of Idyllwild

IDYLLWILD, CA, 7/6/09 – Three-dimensional art uses space as an element, calling upon more of our senses to observe or interact. On Saturday, July 11, some of the most interesting, original presentations of 3-dimensional art can be seen at the Art Alliance of Idyllwild’s Annual 3-D Art Festival & Gallery Tour.

The San Jacinto Mountains provide a scenic backdrop for the tour, which meanders through the mile-high town of Idyllwild. Featured art will include clay, glass, fiber, furniture, jewelry, and mixed media. Maps of the gallery route are available at each of the Art Alliance’s 11 participating member galleries or on the AAI website (www.artinidyllwild.com).

The event, which takes place from noon until 5pm, is part of the Art Alliance’s “Second Saturdays” series. Each month, from March through October, the AAI presents a noteworthy art event on the second Saturday of the month. This year’s 3-D Art Festival & Gallery Tour is sponsored by the Rainbow Inn.

At Four Corners Fine Art Gallery, located at 54967 Pine Crest Drive, artist Trudy Adler presents one of a kind handcrafted jewelry in copper and silver. The texture and flame colored wide copper cuffs, earrings and pendants have a unique look of antiquity. The earrings are dangled with semi-precious stones. Texture is also present in the pendants created with molten sterling silver poured into the carved design of the cuttlefish bone.

Stop by Flying Pigment Studio Gallery, at 54235 N. Circle Dr., to enjoy the work of 3-D artists Marcia Cox, Dore Capitani and Kathleen Chaney.

Cox’s artwork holds the essence of Idyllwild, of raku' with romantic images and embellished natural finds within nature.

Capitani's work features strong metal designs, which illustrate his vision and complete mastery of the element.

Chaney, a resident artist creating her collectable one-of-a-kind hand painted rocks, is known as the "Rock Lady of Idyllwild."

Artist Darcy Gerdes also will be showing a painted bison skull, " Cosmic Ocean" her first in a 3-D showing.

Courtyard Gallery, located at 26120 Ridgeview Drive, is excited to present the watercolor and collage works of internationally acclaimed artist PAT WOOLLEY. Woolley, who spends part of the year in the south of France, is inspired by the architecture ,colors and flowers of that region. Her newest work brings the flavor of France to Idyllwild. Woolley is the gallery’s guest artist for July and August. Courtyard Gallery also continues to showcase the 3-D work of local artist and instructor Terry Rothrock and will unveil new work by the Courtyard Group of Seven: Carol Mills' ever evolving abstract expressionist canvasses, Debbie Crowell's new and exciting pottery, Trish Tuley's amazing nature photographs, Robin Mills' fusion glass pieces, Chin-Lee Chang's stunning platters and vessels, Helen Atik's mysterious monoprints and paintings, and Judith Lepuschitz's new copper plate on canvas series. The gallery also honors the memory of beloved late member Claire Hughes, who’s exquisite pottery is displayed in the Gallery.

Artisans Gallery, located in Oakwood Village on North Circle Drive, is all about wooden lamps for the 3-D Art Event. Stop by to see how various local artists add their unique touches to manzanita to create original and varied styles of lamps. The gallery also features lamp shades, made of pine, that are turned so thinly that they are translucent.

Dore’s Mountain Metals, on Hwy. 243 in Mountain Center, proudly features the works of sculptor Bill Anson. Anson’s metal and ceramic sculptures can be found in homes and businesses through the desert area.


Other Participating galleries include:

Everitt’s Minerals and Gallery
Singerton Fine Arts
Florist in the Forest and Gallery
Oh My Dog Gallery
Café Aroma Gallery
Two Babes in the Woods

The Art Alliance of Idyllwild is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization with a mission to promote local artists and galleries and to expand Idyllwild’s reputation as one of the “100 Best Art Towns in America,” as recognized by art-critic-turned-author John Villani in his book by the same name.

For more information about this or other AAI events, call 877-439-5278 or visit the web site at http://www.artinidyllwild.com/.

Flying Pigment Studio

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

Flying Pigment Studio Gallery features..

July 11 - 3-D Art Festival & Gallery Tour

Gallery openings in member galleries feature

three dimensional artists in clay, glass, fiber, furniture, jewelry, and mixed media.

Member galleries have maps of the tour. 12-5pm

Flying Pigment Studio Gallery will feature several 3-D artists:

Marcia Cox, Dore Capitani and Kathleen Chaney.

Marcia's artwork is surrounded with the essence of Idyllwild of raku' with romantic images embellished natural finds within nature.


Dore's work features strong metal designs correlating within his vision of complete mastery of the element.


Kathleen is known as the "Rock Lady of Idyllwild" a resident artist creating her collectable one-of-a-kind hand painted rocks.


Artist Darcy Gerdes also will be showing a painted bison skull, " Cosmic Ocean" her first in a 3-D showing.

Complete Details: http://www.artinidyllwild.com/AAI3D.pdf

The Gallery is located in the Mile Hi Plaza, for more info: flyingpigmentstudio.com

Darcy Gerdes "Art is a pigment of your imagination"

Flying Pigment Studio http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

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How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR)
The one with the shinny new tail.

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR!)

I do hope that Harley's for sale.

I must take a trip to Flying Pigment Studio

And leave my poor sweetheart alone

If he has a Hog, he won't be so all alone

And the Harley will have a good home

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR!)

The one with the shinny new tail

How much is that Harley in the window? (roar! ROAR!)

I do hope that Harley's for sale.

I read in the paper there are riders (roar! ROAR!)

With tail-lights that shine in the dark

My love needs a Harley to protect him

And scare them away with one quick park.

I don't want a Honda or Vespa

I don't want a bike with pearls

I don't want a little motor of blah

He can buy the bike for his girl.

How much is that Harley in the window?

It's $450.00, a 24x36" giclee signed canvas print

At the Flying Pigment Studio Gallery window

Just for your va room~Va Room

Flying Pigment Studio

http://flyingpigmentstudio.com/

Art Alliance Gears Up for the 2009 Members’ Show

Art Alliance Gears Up for the 2009 Members’ Show

IDYLLWILD, CA, 5/3/09 – Idyllwild artists are readying their entries for the Art Alliance of Idyllwild’s 11th Annual Members’ Show. The annual event showcases an assortment of original art in a variety of media. Works include oil paintings, acrylics, water colors, glass art, photographs, mixed media pieces, ceramics and sculptures made by AAI member artists.

The 3-day event takes place May 8-10, at the Rainbow Inn, 54420 South CircleDr. A Friday reception, from 6-10pm, kicks off the weekend with an evening of refreshments and fun. Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you mingle with the artists and admire their original art. Juried awards and “Artists’ Choice” winners will be announced and you can cast your vote for the “People’s Choice” entry.

The next morning, the fun continues. From 9am-4pm Saturday, and 9am – 1pm Sunday, enjoy an open show featuring the works of more than 75 AAI member artists, also at the Rainbow Inn. It’s the perfect opportunity to start your art collection or find that special, one-of-a-kind piece for your home or office.

On a tight budget? Check out the “Under $100” section, where you’ll find original works of art at affordable prices. Art Alliance artists create unique pieces for this section, with price tags of $99 or less.

The Annual Members Show is part of the Art Alliance of Idyllwild's "Second Saturdays" series, which offers a different art event on the second Saturday of each month from March through October.

The AAI is a 501(c)3 organization, with a mission to promote art and art education while supporting local galleries and artists. For more information on this and other AAI events, call 877-439-5278 or visit our web site at http://www.artinidyllwild.com/.

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