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Last art of 2019: “A Thing of Beauty,” 15-1/2” x 6” x 3,” paper mache/plaster, garden twine, found objects, oils, acrylics. The words are Robert Henri’s from his book “The Art Spirit.” He is talking about painting, but I think this is the way we should look at the world, as well. |
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Newly completed: “La Gallina” (aka Evacuation Art) 14” x 7” x 8” paper mache/plaster, acrylics, oils. I started this piece in late October when we had to evacuate our home due to the Kincaid fires. We spent five days in Oakland—sometimes without power--and I needed something to do with my time. |
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OK. So here's something a little different for me. I was recently contacted by a company in Canada about using my artwork (for royalties on sales) on clothing and accessories. They showed me a sample of what my one of my paintings would look like on their designs and I was intrigued. You can see my designs at: www.art-a-porter.com/susan.ryan |
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I'm pleased to announce that I have been juried into the ACCI Gallery in Berkeley CA. This artist-cooperative gallery has been in operation for 59 years. It is a lovely space, with a wonderful selection of artists. Mike and I packed up the car in cold, drenching rain on Saturday and delivered the work in cold, drenching rain on Sunday. I can't complain about this much-needed precipitation, but I have to say it was sure nice to get back home to our warm, dry house again. |
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This is a new piece I am working on. Every morning, while sipping my coffee, I hammer a few more beer bottle caps. Every evening, while watching a borrowed-from-the-library movie, I put the hammered and distressed bottle caps together and add to the piece. Slowly she grows. |
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Several of my Asian-inspired pieces will be on view at the Graton Gallery in Graton, CA in December and January. I'll be showing with two wonderful artists--Sally Baker and Taylor Gutermute. Should be an interesting show! |
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"Zen" won an Honorable Mention in the Graton Gallery 4th Annual Small Works Show in Graton, California. Show dates are February 24-April 5, 2015. |
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"Succulence," paper mache with oil glazes, won an Honorable Mention at the Graton Gallery, Graton CA, "Anything Goes" juried show. Show dates are January 13-February 22, 2015. |
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"Guests in the Garden," oil on canvas board, is on view at Graton Gallery, Graton CA, January 13-February 22, 2015. |
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