Notes from the Gallery
December 2021
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New Gallery Artist! | Holiday Party | New Work from Eleanor Blair | Gallery Artist Updates | How to Wire a D-Ring Frame | Art World News & More! |
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Art World News
Our selection of news from the international art world:
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Introducing New Gallery Artist
Terri Dilling!
Michael Murphy Gallery proudly welcomes Terri Dilling into the gallery artist lineup! Her refreshing, gestural acrylic and mixed media on canvas paintings create calm emotional landscapes.
Terri Dilling received a BA from Indiana University and a BFA from Georgia State University. As the child of a German mother and an American father, she grew up loving culture and travel, leading her to attend art programs in England, South Africa, Spain and Italy. With an interest in science, she was awarded project grants to work with scientists from the Center for Chemical Evolution to learn about their research and create related exhibitions. All of these experiences continue to influence her art.
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"Reluctant Sailor" by Terri Dilling |
Terri has received numerous grants and awards, and has been featured in several professional publications, including Studio Visit Magazine and New American Paintings. She has exhibited both nationally and internationally, and her work is in collections around the world, including the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia, the City of Atlanta, Fidelity Investments, UPS, Four Seasons Hotel Marrakech, Morocco and Conrad Hilton Hong Kong. She works with galleries and designers around the country.
Terri has served as board president of Atlanta Printmakers Studio, has devoted time to non-profits such as the Hambidge Center for the Arts and Burnaway, and organizes residencies for professional artists. Based in Atlanta, she lives with her husband Jon and her two dogs.
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Join us for the 2021 Michael Murphy Gallery Holiday Party!
Calling all friends of the gallery! Join us as we celebrate an art-filled year with the 2021 Michael Murphy Gallery Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 15th from 6-8 pm!
We'll celebrate with door prizes (including art, jewelry and gift certificates), an open bar, holiday treats and plenty of cheer. Dress festively!
The event is open to the public - no RSVP's necessary. Contact the gallery at [email protected] or 813.902.1414 with any questions.
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New Work from Gallery Artist Eleanor Blair
Seven new pieces by gallery artist Eleanor Blair have arrived in the gallery just in time for the holidays. Starting at $275, they range from impressive large landscapes to giftable small works. We're so excited to find these gems the perfect homes!
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Alexandra Nechita
Alexandra Nechita is starring in a new show by Play-Doh called Squished! Coming out this holiday season, Alexandra will be the artistic judge for three families as they compete to create the ultimate Play-Doh winter wonderland. Stream Squished on December 10th on IMDbTV. Are you ready to get Squished?
Alexandra also completed her first-ever mural, "Set The Stage," at the iconic intersection of Hollywood and Highland last month! Nechita partnered with The Hollywood Partnership and Arts Bridging the Gap on this project. Arts Bridging the Gap is a social justice organization that highlights the experiences and voices of youth from under-resourced communities through immersive arts programs. In her words, “I am so proud of this project for a million reasons. I’m especially proud of the community that came together to make it happen and the community that it hopefully serves in the best possible way.”
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Ben Eine
Ben Eine was accepted into the renowned Kolly Gallery, an international graffiti art gallery based in Zurich and Geneva. The gallery aims to represent the universe of international graffiti art, stretching from some of the historical pioneers to the contemporary emerging protagonists of this unique art movement.
Ben also completed a mural in downtown Fort Smith, AR in partnership with The Unexpected, an organization that brings artists from across the world to provide accessible art in Fort Smith. The mural featured the word “IMAGINE” in Ben’s characteristic colorful typography. It was created to inspire and call to attention the social issue of mental health; as The Unexpected director Claire Kolberg put it: "Ben’s artworks bring possibility, the opportunity to imagine your future and well-being, and most importantly, creating the space to connect with ourselves and others through the shared experience of viewing his artwork.”
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Robin Austin
Robin Austin was featured in an article in the Coastal Star! His Q&A interview covers his influences and mentors, advice for young professionals, current reads, and more!
Here's a sneak peek:
Q: What music do you listen to when you want to relax? When you want to be inspired?
A: All the classics from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Springsteen. Dylan. Simon and Garfunkel. The Rolling Stones. Music plays a huge part in my life; we have it on all the time. Music is a mood-changer. You get the right music at the right time and it’s fantastic. For inspiration, it’s Sympathy for the Devil. I get cranked up. There are some classics that are timeless.
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Eleanor Blair
As previewed above, seven new pieces by gallery artist Eleanor Blair have arrived in the gallery just in time for the holidays! Starting at $275, they range from impressive large landscapes to giftable small works. We're so excited to find these gems the perfect homes!
As for Eleanor herself, she is taking a well-deserved trip to the Bahamas at the beginning of the new year for both rest and artistic inspiration ("of course I'll be taking my paints with me"!). She expects to return to her studio with plenty of material and renewed energy. We wish her safe travels!
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From the Framing Desk:
How to Wire a D-Ring Frame
Framing Associate Isabella Guisasola walks us through the steps of wiring a D-ring frame - just in time for any last-minute wiring fixes for the holidays!
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