Alice C Sabatini Gallery

“Convergence: Artists Capture the People, Land and Strength of Kansas”

Convergence explores the recent efforts of three distinct Kansas artists—Louis Copt, Daniel Coburn and Jim Brothers—whose work embodies much of what we love about our home state: the great expanse of native landscape, our rich history and ongoing narrative.

But it is also about friendship. As the relationship between these artists grows, so does their work. Copt and Coburn, known primarily for painting and photographing the vastness of natural Kansas space and the passage of time, are experimenting with figurative work and collage. Brothers, whose life-size sculptures tell the story of Kansas and its role in the evolution of our nation has developed a taste for assemblage.

For the first time, Copt, Coburn and Brothers converge as friends and visual storytellers and showcase the new, exciting directions their work is taking.

Art Guild Gallery

Featuring July Artist of the Month: Angela Lexow – Fine Art Gourds

“I have been told that my gourd pieces resemble pottery or artifacts, and while I am influenced by history and various cultures, my gourds are first inspired by some unique aspect of the gourd itself. By using the innate qualities, I am able to enhance their natural beauty.”

And “Monochromatic Moods” (a color scheme limited to variations of one hue, a hue with its tints and/or shades.) carries over through July, 2010.

Beauchamp’s Gallery

“Rodney Troth: Windows and Stratas”

Early on, Troth’s paintings were greatly influenced by his mentor Sudlow- they looked and felt so much like Robert Sudlow paintings that many viewers could not distinguish between the works.  In recent years however, Troth has expanded beyond traditional landscapes to more abstract paintings.  First came his “strata” paintings- loosely formed ribbons of color indicating land, water, sky and clouds.  More recently, Troth has  introduced a “window” series of paintings- bold window-like markings through which are seen colors and feelings inspired by the prairie.  It is a combination of both window and strata paintings that form this year’s exhibit.  This evening, Troth will greet the public at the gallery from 6-8 PM

Burney Van Stone/officesthatwork

Artist Rich Thibodeau will be here to talk about his work and a new collection of Persian rug primitives that are very unusal.  Katie Wood’s Topeka High students will be painting during the evening to Jazz music. For motorcycle lovers, an over the top cycle from Midwest Custom Cycles is a special feature.  For culinary art lovers, middle eastern food will be the featured cuisine of the evening.

The Collective

Gweneth McClain’s “New Works: Landscapes”

McClain’s work responds to the mistreatment of our environment by looking back at the beauty we are losing.  These watercolors are so delicate as to be whispers from the earth.

Also take time to view new photographs by Greg Nelson, new drawings by Jeremy Mohler, and a surprise homage by Larry Peters to a well-known painter.  We welcome back the lyrical work of Stella Robbins, always a treat!

Classic Bean in Fairlawn Plaza

“Landscapes and Florals” work by Beverly Dodge Radefeld and Naomi Cashman.

Firehouse #7

The Firehouse will be displaying our antiques, plus photography by Keith Czechanski. Also enjoy landscape and portrait paintings and abstract pastel work by some very talented VA hospital patients.

Mulvane Art Museum

Continuing exhibits include “Dali’s World”, “Reinventions: Joelle Ford”, The Bow Tie Exhibition, “Literal Abstractions” work by Stephen Johnson, and “The Art of the Robot”.

Soho Interiors

Featuring glass work by Kymm Hughes, photography by Sarah Hamlin, and work by Stephanie Munoz-O’Neil

Tinkham Veale Up/Down Gallery

Featured artists:

Joanne Altman and Jack Kaplan, Photographers

Ted Carter, Photographer

EJ Drake, Photographer

Melanie Eyman, Photographer/Artist

Allison Inge Trembly, Photographer

Marc Rapp, Photographer

Sarah Reynolds, Painter

Mary Robinson, Photographer

Doug Schema, Photographer/Artist

Jennifer Somers, Photographer

JD Stottlemire, Painter

Downstairs, The Break Room will be featuring the talents of Jon Lothenore,
Andrew Reynolds, and others.

The Upstage Gallery at the Jayhawk

Featuring “Blue Ribbon Photography” of Doug Bueler and Steve Mckinley, fine art photography of Rachel Burton, and beautiful wood sculptures from Christopher Sudduth through July, 31 2010 Also featuring local artists- Freestate Glass, Richard Nelson, Beth Cain, Patricia Kovulchuk and Heidi Wise.

Warehouse 414

The paintings and photographs of Topeka artist Rod Seel. Known regionally for his Kansas landscapes, Seel’s work is also found in public and private collections around the world.

For the “young artists’ review” Kyler Thomann is a recent graduate of Lawrence High School, where he was involved in filmmaking. His future plans are to attend Eckerd in Florida and minor in art.

The Woodward Inns on Fillmore

Include work displayed at The Max Gallery at The Woodward Inns on Fillmore as well as Polish Pottery at The Woodward.

[ July 2010 | images special to seveneightfive ]
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