Showing posts with label 2013. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2013. Show all posts

December 8, 2013

TPS Holiday Show
(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Artwork will be in this show!

Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) presents a group showing of fine art and sale. All original artwork will be in pastel medium and created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large, and priced for sale.

Jug with Roses painting by Christy Olsen
Jug with Roses. 12x16. Pastel on board by Christy Olsen

Group Exhibition & Art Sale

The event is open to the general public. Admission is at no charge.


Dates

December 8, 2013 - January 2, 2014

Artist's Reception

December 8, 2013 (12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium, unite pastel artists, and organize professional development and artistic growth opportunities that increase the community's awareness of the versatility and value of pastel fine art. Find them online at tucsonpastelsociety.org.

About the Gallery

Murphey Gallery is located on the grounds of Saint Philip's Episcopal Church in the Foothills of Tucson, Arizona. Visit the gardens or the Koi pond. Then, follow the beautiful columns in the architecture to the gallery entrance.

Murphey Gallery
Murphey Gallery
On the St. Philip's Episcopal Church grounds in the Foothills

Murphey Gallery
Murphey Gallery gardens and Koi pond

Location

Murphey Gallery
4440 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85718
Located on the grounds of Saint Philip's Episcopal Church in the Foothills.

Hours

Sundays (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-6421

December 5, 2013

Art from the Heart in Crizmac Gallery
(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Original pastels will be exhibited and sold in the Murphey Gallery. All proceeds directly support non-profit art charities.

YCottage with Blue Windows painting by Christy Olsen
Cottage with Blue Windows. 8x10. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen

Charity Art Sale & Exhibition

Art from the Heart is a charity art sale and exhibition. The Tucson Pastel Society art guild members will create original pastel artwork in various subjects. The originals will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large. The event is free and open to the public.

Small original artwork less than 11x14 (with the frame included) is priced at $100.00 or less. The following original was donated to the charity art sale.

Cactus Study. 5x7. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen
Donation to charity.

Dates

December 5 - December 22, 2013

Artist's Opening Reception

December 15, 2013 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m)
Refreshments served.

Artist's Closing Reception

December 22, 2013 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium, unite pastel artists, and organize professional development and artistic growth opportunities that increase the community's awareness of the versatility and value of pastel fine art. Find them online at tucsonpastelsociety.org.

About the Gallery

Located in the heart of Tucson, Arizona, Crizmac Art & Cultural Center provides resources for art teachers and their classrooms. 

The establishment includes an art gallery, a store, and a classroom. The gallery is open during its regular business hours.

Crizmac Art & Cultural Center

Location

Crizmac Art & Cultural Center
1642 N. Alvernon Way. Tucson, Arizona 85712

Hours

Daily (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-6421


The Event

YCottage with Blue Windows painting by Christy Olsen
Cottage with Blue Windows. 8x10. Pastel on sanded paper, SOlD during the exhibition!

Cactus Study. 5x7. Pastel on sanded paper, SOlD during the exhibition!

November 1, 2013

Guest Speaker & Demonstration
Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) (Nov. 2013)

Invited to demonstrate and lecture! The event, sponsored by the Tucson Pastel Society (TPS), will be held in the St.James United Methodist Church classroom in Tucson, Arizona.

Art Marketing in the 21st Century

The rise of the digital age has turned the art market upside down in the past decades. Explore past, present, and future art market trends. Learn how to sell your work online and the basics of success. No prior computer experience is required.

Pastel sketch by Christy Olsen
Elephant. 8x10. Pastel sketch on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium, unite pastel artists, and organize professional development and artistic growth opportunities that increase the community's awareness of the versatility and value of pastel fine art. Find them online at tucsonpastelsociety.org.


Event Date & Time

November 13, 2013 (2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Location

Classroom at St.James United Methodist Church
3255 N Campbell Ave. #2304, Tucson, AZ 85719

Admission

This event is open to the general public and art guild members. Admission is free.

The Drive Behind “Soft, Soothing & Serene Fine Art"
(Interview Nov. 2013)

Published November 1, 2013 by Sonoran Arts Network Magazine.
Interviewer & article written by Diane C. Taylor.

The Drive Behind Soft, Soothing & Serene Fine Art
The Drive Behind “Soft, Soothing & Serene Fine Art.
Retrieved from Sonoran Arts Network Magazine on December 1, 2013.

Transcript

Bright, energetic, upbeat – Christy Olsen is a contrast to her art (oils and pastels), which is calming, quiet, even peaceful. Born in 1970 and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Christy arrived in Tucson in 2000 from San Diego, relocating here because of her job.

Diane C. Taylor (DCT): How did you come to art?

Christy Olsen (COlsen): My mother was a portrait painter, my aunt painted huge landscapes, and my grandmother painted porcelain in the 1940s, back when china patterns were designed and painted by hand when dishes were ordered. I painted with them when I was young and loved to draw. When I went to college, most of the fine art curriculum was all about conceptual art, and I wanted to do representational so I majored in art history instead.

For a while I worked in museums and then ended up working in San Diego as a drafter. The company offered me a job in Tucson, so I moved and went back to school. I took classes in chemistry and physics to improve my knowledge and eventually got a second degree in engineering. At the same time, I started taking drawing classes at The Drawing Studio. They brought back the excitement of drawing that I had as a child.

DCT: I see on your website, christyolsen.com, that your site is entitled “Soft, Soothing & Serene Fine Art.”

COlsen: I think our society, in general, is plugged into technology from morning till night. We are constantly bombarded with images from the media through cell phones, computers, televisions and social media, etc. My art offers a peaceful moment, a place to meditate or even daydream, where people can slow down and unwind. Technology is great and all, but I don’t think we should be plugged in all of the time. I think it’s healthy to daydream every once in a while.

DCT: Exactly what mediums do you work in?

COlsen: Pastels and oils, and I draw. Art history gave me a great background in composition and design since we analyzed so many pieces of art. I carry a sketchbook with me at all times. When I’m waiting somewhere, I pull it out and sketch. I use the drawings and designs for larger paintings later on. I like to have most of the problems worked out before I begin to paint, then the piece can take off in a direction of its own if it needs to.

DCT: What do you do to improve your skills?

COlsen: I always want to keep learning and growing. Engineering has given me an entire career of getting used to working outside of my comfort zone and learning “how to fail” in order to build something solid. Now I’m constantly trying to work outside of my comfort zone with my artwork, too, so I can take it to the next level. I take workshops at the Scottsdale Artists’ School a couple of times a year, and I still take classes at The Drawing Studio, even though I’m a teacher there. I enjoy teaching because I learn from the students.

I started teaching at The Drawing Studio through the OATS (Outreach Art Tutoring for Seniors) program. I am currently teaching a drawing class at an assisted living facility, and I really enjoy it. One student, a former artist now in his nineties, had a stroke prior to the class and was working through the after-effects. He didn’t talk very much, but then other students told me that he didn’t talk at all before my class. Wow, now he talks, and he gets really excited about the class? That is totally gratifying to make a difference in people’s lives like that!

DCT: Where are you showing your work?

COlsen: I was thrilled to have a piece juried into a recent show in the Porter Hall Gallery at the Tucson Botanical Gardens. I’ve also been showing work through The Drawing Studio and other local galleries, including the Tucson Jewish Community Center for the Open Studio Tour preview show. I was also a finalist in the International Richeson 75 Small Works 2013 show in Kimberly, Wisconsin, and was just recently asked to enter a piece into the Gala Master’s Circle at The Drawing Studio, a huge fundraising event that will be held in January 2014.

DCT: And where are you teaching now? I see you have a workshop on October 19 on Composition Secrets from the Masters at The Drawing Studio.

COlsen: Yes, and I’m going to give a half-day workshop on marketing for artists in January 2014 at The Drawing Studio. I recently taught a similar class at the Tucson Pastel Society since I have been working on the board and serving as the Vice President. The reason they asked me is because I’ve only been selling art for about four years, but I have more sales than some other artists. The art market is changing. The internet is changing how art is bought and sold. It’s all about using social media to be more interactive with collectors. For example, I have a Facebook page that drives traffic back to my website and increases the chance of a sale.

DCT: I see on your website that you write two blogs (TheArtAppreciationBlog.com and TheArtVerve.com). So, you work in engineering, you paint, you teach, you blog. When do you sleep?

COlsen (laughing): Well, I don’t have children or a TV, and sometimes I do have insomnia. Also, my father was an attorney and he always worked very hard to get things done, so I probably got that from him.

DCT: You seem to be quite busy. What’s in your future? Anything else you plan for your art?

COlsen: I will be doing more pieces that are a lot larger in scale. I recently had a commission piece for an oil painting on a 24x36 panel of an urban landscape of Rome, and it got me really excited and back into the swing of doing landscapes, plus working on a larger canvas. I think larger paintings really make a statement, and it’s just plain fun to use bigger brushes. I will continue to teach at The Drawing Studio, serve as the Vice President of the Tucson Pastel Society, and throw in a blog or two.

Reference
Taylor, D. C. (2013, November). The Drive Behind “Soft, Soothing & Serene Fine Art." Sonoran Arts Network Magazine. Retrieved from Sonoran Arts Network Magazine on December 1, 2013.

October 1, 2013

Southwest Art, Art of Arizona (Oct. 2013)

"From the Grand Canyon in the north to the saguaro stands and Gila monsters of the Sonoran desert in the south. Arizona's natural wonders captivate artists and inspire them to pick up a brush, pen, clay, or chisel to celebrate this corner of the West. But there's also much more to the art of Arizona than landscape paintings, as you will discover in the following pages. From cities like Tucson and Scottsdale to smaller towns like Sedona and Prescott and many spots in between, artists and galleries are thriving in the Grand Canyon State. With such a vibrant variety of art, you're sure to find something that catches your eye" (Southwest Art, October 2013, pg. 138).

Southwest Art, January 2014
Southwest Art, October 2013.

"Christy Olsen is an emerging artist located in Tucson. Inspired by her background in Art History and study of the Old Masters, she utilizes chiaroscuro lighting, a neutral palette of earth tone, and exceptional drawing skills to create timeless works of art. Olsen also teaches atelier method classes and workshops in the Tucson area" (Southwest Art, October 2013, pg. 140).

Image of Carnation Clippings, Oil on board. 16x20. was featured.

Reference
Art of Arizona. Southwest Art.
Published October 2013. Volume 43 (Issue No. 5).

September 1, 2013

NOAPS 2013 Fall International
(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

"Pottery Collection with Roses" was selected as a finalist of 150 original, internationally submitted entries!

The "2013 Fall International NOAPS exhibition" is an annual tradition. Since 1991, the National Oil & Acrylic Painters' Society (NOAPS) has showcased the remarkable talents of thousands of oil and acrylic painters.

Pottery Collection with Roses, original painting by Christy Olsen
Pottery Collection with Roses. 16x20. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Online Juried Exhibition & Art Sale

Artwork is displayed online and may be purchased during the show. It will be shipped to the purchaser at the time of the transaction.

Dates

Sep 2 - Nov 2, 2013

About the Host

The National Oil & Acrylic Painters' Society (NOAPS) was organized to govern, administer, and maintain a national forum and standard of excellence in which artists can fully express the media of oil and acrylic on canvas and panel. For more information, visit NOAPS.org.

85712 Zip Code in Porter Hall Gallery
(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Pottery Collection with Roses was accepted into the show!

85712 Zip Code is an exhibition focusing on artists who work and reside within the 85712 zip code area. Over 31,720 residents live within this unique 6.8 square mile area of the city center, some of who practice the 2D visual arts. The 85712 zip code contains the base perimeters of Speedway to the South, the Rillito River to the North, Alvernon Way to the West and the Pantano Wash to the East.

Pottery Collection with Roses, original painting by Christy Olsen
Pottery Collection with Roses. 16x20. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Juried Exhibition & Art Sale

This event is open to the general public. Admisison is at no chage. If you are going in to see the show, you must enter through the gift shop at the Tucson Botanical Gardens and tell them you are there to see the show. They will stamp your hand and admit you at no charge.

Dates

August 31, 2013 - September 30, 2013

Artist's Reception

September 13, 2013 (5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) as part of the Twilight Third Thursday’s event.
Refreshments served with live music by Mustang Corners.

About the Host

The Tucson Botanical Gardens, located in the center of Tucson, Arizona, is dedicated to horticultural and ecological education, with 16 gardens representing a variety of gardening traditions and botanical themes. For more information, visit tucsonbotanical.org.

Porter Hall Gallery Entrance at the Tucson Botanical Gardens

About the Gallery

Porter Hall Gallery is located on the grounds of the Tucson Botanical Gardens in Tucson, Arizona. For more information, visit tucsonbotanical.org/porter-hall-gallery.

Inside Porter Hall Gallery

Location

Tucson Botanical Gardens Porter Hall Gallery
2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712

Hours

Daily (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.).

Sale

Artwork may be purchased during the show but must stay hung throughout the exhibition.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 326-9686


The Event

Image of the installation.

Porter Hall Gallery 85712 Zip Code Exhibition

August 1, 2013

Go Figure in TDS Gallery
(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

The Hat was accepted into the show!

Go Figure (On Being Human - Face and Form) is an exhibition celebrating work explicitly drawn from life or working from a live model within a short amount of time. The exhibition will be shown in the gallery on the grounds of the Drawing Studio.

Charcoal Drawing
The Hat. 11x14. Charcoal on Paper by Christy Olsen.
Two-hour sketch from a live model.

Juried Exhibition & Sale

This exhibition is open to the general public. Admission is at no charge.

Exhibition Dates

September 7 - 28, 2013

Artist's Reception

September 7, 2013 (6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)

About the Host

This 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Drawing Studio (TDS), enriches people's lives by providing artistic inspiration and studio art instruction for people of any age (from 9 to 90+) and at any level of experience. For more information, visit The Drawing Studio TDS.org.

About the Gallery

The exhibition will be shown in the gallery on the grounds of the Drawing Studio in Tucson, Arizona.

The Drawing Studio

Location

The Drawing Studio
33 S. 6th Ave. Tucson AZ 85701

Parking

Street parking is available. Please call us if you need special accommodations.

Southwest Art, Women in Art (Aug. 2013)

"For centuries, the art world was dominated by men, with women only rarely recognized as more than hobbyists. Today, however, women have broken through many of the barriers that left them apart, and they are judged more often on their ability than their gender. Women excel in all fields of fine art, from sculpture to photography to printmaking. And they excel in all types of painting - vibrant colorism, deft impressionism, and emotional tonalism, to name a few styles - and in every genre, from landscapes to still life to figurative art. In the following pages, you'll find a collection of artists who continue the tradition set by artists like Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keefe, Frida Khalo, and Grandma Moses." (Southwest Art, August 2013, pg. 120)

Southwest Art, August 2013 Cover Southwest Art, August 2013
Southwest Art, August 2013 Cover Women in art, pg. 120

"Christy Olsen creates sensuous, soothing, and serene works of art which invite the viewer to unwind and contemplate. With her neutral palette of earth tones, soft edges, and compositions that focus on the effects of light and shadow, her paintings are both timeless and elegant" (Southwest Art, 2013, pg. 122).

Buddha Under Bodhi Tree, original painting by Christy Olsen
Image of Buddha Under Bodhi Tree. 8x10. Oil on board by Christy Olsen was featured.

Reference
Women in Art. Southwest Art.
Published August 2013. Volume 43 (Issue No. 3).


April 12, 2013

Open Studio Tour & Art Sale
(2013 Spring)

Will be participating in this event!

Artists Open their Studios to the Public

Open Studio Tour & Art Sale

The TPAC Open Studio Tour is in its 27th year. The tour supports the Tucson Arts Community, the local economy and educates or brings awareness to the general public about the Visual Arts. The event draws about 10,000 visitors annually to over 200 artists’ studios throughout Tucson and Pima County.


The public is invited to visit artists within their natural habitat, studio, or workshop on a free self-guided tour. This allows them to see first-hand how artists work or learn more about their process. They may also purchase preliminary work, smaller studies, and unframed or framed gallery-ready original fine art directly from the artists within their studios.

About the Facilitator

The Open Studio Tour (OST) sponsored by Tucson Pima Arts Council (TPAC) is now in its 27th year. TPAC established itself as a nationally recognized leader with the PLACE (People, Land, Arts, Culture, and Engagement) Initiative. Through research, analysis, and grantmaking, the PLACE Initiative endeavors to identify and promote the myriad ways the arts can strengthen communities and act as a catalyst for positive social change. For more information, visit artsfoundtucson.org.


Dates & Hours

Studios will be open on the following dates and times.

April 13, 2013, Saturday (11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
April 14, 2013, Sunday (11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Sales

Original artwork is available for take-home on the same-day purchase. Major credit cards listed below, check, or cash is accepted.

February 3, 2013

Tucson Pima Arts Council (TPAC)
Open Studio Tour (OST) Kick Off
(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Will be in the show!

The primary goal of this exhibition is to provide a sample of the exicting range of work within the 200+ Open Studio Tour (OST) participants collectively.

Tea Kettle
Tea Kettle. 12x16. Oil on board.

Group Exhibition & Art Sale

This is a “Preview Exhibit” featuring works by the participating artists in this year’s Open Studio Tour, which will take place, throughout Tucson and Pima County. This event is open to the public. Adimission is at no charge.

Dates

October 18 - Noveber 7, 2013

Artit's Reception

November 7, 2012 (5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Open Studio Tour (OST) sponsored by Tucson Pima Arts Council (TPAC) is now in its 27th year. TPAC established itself as a nationally recognized leader with the PLACE (People, Land, Arts, Culture, and Engagement) Initiative. Through research, analysis, and grantmaking, the PLACE Initiative endeavors to identify and promote the myriad ways the arts can strengthen communities and act as a catalyst for positive social change. For more information, visit artsfoundtucson.org.

About the Gallery

The Gallery at the J is located in the main hall of the Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC). It hosts various art exhibitions throughout the year, each with a unique genre in the gallery.

The Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC), sometimes called the "Tucson J," is a 110,000-square-foot center built in 1989 and recently renovated in 2015. With more than 2000 families and 5000 members, the Tucson J is open to the Tucson community for all people, all faiths, all identities, all abilities, and all walks of life.


Location

Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC)
3800 E. River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718

Hours

Monday - Thursday (9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Friday & Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)
Closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

Sales

Artwork may be purchased during the show but must stay hung throughout the exhibition.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-3000

February 1, 2013

Richeson 75 Small Works
(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Dahlia Flower was accepted as a finalist, and Yellow Roses received a Meritorious Award in the Richeson 75 international art competition.

The "Richeson 75 Small Works" annual exhibition will be held at the Richeson School of Art gallery and is open to the public. Admission is free.

Dahlia Flower, original painting by Christy Olsen
Dahlia Flower. 8x10. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Juried Exhibition & Art Sale

Richeson 75 International is an art competition that allows established and emerging artists to show their latest, best work to a broader and more appreciative audience. The Richeson School of Art facilitates each competition with a unique genre. Artists worldwide submit their pieces annually, and only 75 pieces are chosen, which is why it is called the "Richeson 75 International."

Jack Richeson & Co., Inc. underwrites large cash prizes for Best-In-Show and generous prizes of Richeson art studio furniture and materials for each contest cycle genre. The 75 finalists for each regular contest genre exhibit their work in the beautiful Richeson Gallery, which appears in a hardcover book for that annual competition genre.

There is also a companion online exhibit that reaches a broad audience. Medium categories include 1) oil, oil pastels, & acrylics, 2) Other media (soft pastels, drawing /dry media, watercolor, gouache, casein, printmaking, etc.).

Yellow Roses, original painting by Christy Olsen
Yellow Roses. 8x10. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Dates

March 3 - March 31, 2013

Artist's Reception

March 7, 2013 (5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m..)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

Jack Richeson & Co. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality art materials. In 2005, the company's founder and CEO, Jack Richeson, realized his lifelong dream of creating a resource for artists to exhibit artwork, gain inspiration, and further their artistic education.

We are proud to utilize locally and nationally known artists who teach a variety of art mediums at our on-site location, the Richeson School of Art organization. Their studio, located in Kimberly, Wisconsin, functions as an educational classroom, a life drawing session studio, and a local meeting space for artists to work during our open studio times.

About the Gallery

The Richeson Art Gallery, located in Kimberly, Wisconsin, features over 700 original works of art composed by the Richeson Permanent Collection and regional and local artists. As part of its mission to support the visual arts community, the Richeson School of Art operates and sponsors an art gallery on-site.

Richeson Gallery in Kimberly, WI

There are two rotating exhibit spaces where world-renowned artists' work hangs alongside up-and-coming artists' work, creating a beautiful harmony for visitors to experience. The permanent collection holds over 500 works by artists, including Stephen Quiller, Zoltan Szabo, Ramon Kelly, Richard Schmidt, Urania Christy Tarbet, Erica Norelius, and many more.

Richeson Gallery in Kimberly, WI

Location

Richeson Gallery
557 Marcella Street, Kimberly, WI, 54136

Hours

Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Wednesdays (10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m..)
Saturdays (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m..)
Sundays & Mondays (Closed)
Or call for an appointment.

Sales

Artwork may be purchased during the show at the gallery, but it must stay hung throughout the exhibition. For Purchasing Information:
- Visit Richesongallery.com
- Phone +1 (800) 233-2404 or +1 (920) 560-3777
- Or email: artschool@richesonart.com


Publications

Dahlia Flower and Yellow Roses were published in the limited edition Richeson 75 International exhibition book.

All Richeson 75 International competitions are capped off with publishing a collectible, limited-edition, full-color, hardcover exhibit book. These books include the finalists' work and feature meritorious awards from the competition.


Dahlia Flower by Christy Olsen
Dahlia Flower Original Painting with
Richeson 75 International Exhibition Book, Small Works 2013

Richeson 75 International
Small Works 2013

January 1, 2013

Richeson 75 Still Life & Floral
(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Buddha Under Bodhi Tree and Kwan Yin each received a Meritorious Award in the Richeson 75 international art competition.

The "Richeson 75 Still Life & Floral" annual exhibition will be shown at the Richeson School of Art gallery and is open to the public. Admission is at no charge.

Kwan Yin, original painting by Christy Olsen
Kwan Yin. 8x10. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Juried Exhibition & Art Sale

Richeson 75 International is an art competition that offers a venue for established and emerging artists to show their latest, best work to a broader and more appreciative audience. The Richeson School of Art facilitates each competition with a unique genre. Artists from all over the world submit their pieces annually, and only 75 pieces are chosen, which is why it is called the "Richeson 75 International."

Jack Richeson & Co., Inc. underwrites large cash prizes for Best-In-Show and generous prizes of Richeson art studio furniture and materials for each contest cycle genre. The 75 finalists for each regular contest genre exhibit their work in the beautiful Richeson Gallery, which appears in a hardcover book for that annual competition genre.

There is also a companion online exhibit that reaches a broad audience. Medium categories include 1) oil, oil pastels, & acrylics, 2) Other media (soft pastels, drawing /dry media, watercolor, gouache, casein, printmaking, etc.).

Buddha Under Bodhi Tree, original painting by Christy Olsen
Buddha Under the Bodhi Tree. 8x10. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Dates

February 24 - April 2, 2013

Artist's Reception

February 27, 2013 (5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

Jack Richeson & Co. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality art materials. In 2005, the company's founder and CEO, Jack Richeson, realized his lifelong dream of creating a resource for artists to exhibit artwork, gain inspiration, and further their artistic education.

We are proud to utilize locally and nationally known artists who teach a variety of art mediums at our on-site location, the Richeson School of Art organization. Their studio, located in Kimberly, Wisconsin, functions as an educational classroom, a life drawing session studio, and a local meeting space for artists to work during our open studio times.

About the Gallery

The Richeson Art Gallery, located in Kimberly, Wisconsin, features over 700 original works of art composed by the Richeson Permanent Collection and regional and local artists. As part of its mission to support the visual arts community, the Richeson School of Art operates and sponsors an art gallery on-site.

Richeson Gallery in Kimberly, WI

There are two rotating exhibit spaces where world-renowned artists' work hangs alongside up-and-coming artists' work, creating a beautiful harmony for visitors to experience. The permanent collection holds over 500 works by artists, including Stephen Quiller, Zoltan Szabo, Ramon Kelly, Richard Schmidt, Urania Christy Tarbet, Erica Norelius, and many more.

Richeson Gallery in Kimberly, WI

Location

Richeson Gallery
557 Marcella Street, Kimberly, WI, 54136

Hours

Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Wednesdays (10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m)
Saturdays (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m)
Sundays & Mondays (Closed)
Or call for an appointment.

Sales

Artwork may be purchased during the show at the gallery, but it must stay hung throughout the exhibition. For Purchasing Information:
- Visit Richesongallery.com
- Phone +1 (800) 233-2404 or +1 (920) 560-3777
- Or email: artschool@richesonart.com


Publications

Buddha Under Bodhi Tree and Kwan Yin were published in the limited edition Richeson 75 International exhibition book.

All Richeson 75 International competitions are capped off with publishing a collectible, limited-edition, full-color, hardcover exhibit book. These books include the finalists' work and feature meritorious awards from the competition.

Richeson 75 International
Still Life & Floral 2013

December 1, 2012

Tranquility
(Solo Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Artwork will be shown in an invitational solo exhibition! Tranquility is a one-artist show that features the soft, soothing, and serene original artwork of Christy Olsen. Akeso Therapeutic Massage will host the show. This small, locally-owned business will celebrate its relocation to accommodate its current and ever-increasing clientele.

The Red Vase
The Vessel. 12x16. Oil on board.

Solo Exhibition & Art Sale

This event is open to the public. Adimission is at no charge.

Dates

January 11 - November 30, 2013

Artist's Reception

January 11, 2013 (5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)
Wine and Hors d'oeuvers served.

About the Host

Akeso Therapeutic Massage is a small, locally owned business. Their new location will have an elegant and sophisticated feel, with fresh-cut flowers in the lobby daily. For more information, visit AkesoTherapeuticMassage.com.

North First Medical Plaza
North First Medical Plaza


The Red Vase
Akeso Therapeutic Massage

Location

Akeso Therapeutic Massage at North First Medical Plaza
4715 N. 1st Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85705

Hours

Monday - Saturday (11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Sunday closed

Sales

Artwork may be purchased throughout the exhibition.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 349-5183

The Event

Photos from the event.

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Artist's Reception

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Yellow Roses. 9x12. pastel on sanded paper.

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White Roses. 5x7. oil on board, SOLD during the exhibition!