Hello Everyone! I’m finally emerging from the creative cocoon of the studio after months of working making and framing a new series of paintings for a group show at the Art Spirit Gallery in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho. It’s called Local Color and I’m showing along Wes Hanson, LR Montgomery, and Teresa Rancourt.
Here’s a little bit about the show in the Art Spirit team’s words:
Local Color Explodes Onto the Scene at The Art Spirit Gallery
The Art Spirit Gallery is thrilled to announce the opening of its highly anticipated new exhibition, "Local Color," on Saturday, February 1st, 2025, at 11:00 AM. This vibrant collection features the works of four exceptional local artists: Wes Hanson, L.R. Montgomery, Megan Perkins, and Teresa Rancourt.
"Local Color" is more than just a title; it's a celebration of the unique hues and textures that define our region. It's the deep blue of Lake Coeur d'Alene reflecting a sun-drenched sky, the verdant greens of the surrounding forests, the earthy browns of the rolling hills, and the fiery oranges and reds of a Northwest sunset. It's the essence of place, the spirit of the region captured on canvas.
Each artist in this collection draws inspiration from the rich palette of the Inland Northwest.
Wes Hansons style is impressionistic, employing loose brushstrokes and transparent washes to create a sense of fluidity and movement. The colors are often subtly modulated, evoking a sense of tranquility and serenity
L.R. Montgomery's oil paintings are known for their bold use of color and texture, often employing a vibrant and expressive palette.
Megan Perkins' paintings, light and shadow play a significant role in creating mood and atmosphere.
Teresa Rancourt's paintings are known for their vibrant and expressive use of color, often employing a bold and saturated palette each bring their own unique perspective and artistic vision to this exploration of local color. The resulting exhibition is a captivating tapestry of styles, techniques, and interpretations of the region’s landscape and spirit.
Join us for the opening reception on February 1st to experience the vibrancy and beauty of "Local Color."
All four of us artists will be at the gallery on the 1st from 11-112 for a Q & A session.
Each of us will also be doing a painting demonstration during the show. I am up on February 22nd, 2-4 and I’d love to see you so please mark your calendars!
Finally, since you’ve been so patient to keep reading all of this self promotion, here’s some photos of the paintings I have made for the show. The Art Spirit asked for me to “go big” and while I can’t compete with L.R. for sheer scale (his works are monumental windows of color!), I pushed myself and worked bigger than I ever have before so as you look at these tiny thumbnails on your phone, please imagine them at 2 ft x 2 ft and at the largest 52” x 27”!
If you’d like to see the rest, come by the Art Spirit sometime in February. There’s always plenty to do in Coeur D’Alene even if it is chilly and there’s certainly no off-season for Dockside sundaes in my opinion! See you in February!