Pink Dog Creative is happy to announce the following news and events:

Randy Siegel: In Search of The One
at Pink Dog Creative
Asheville artist and author Randy Siegel will exhibit his latest art work and launch his newest book, In Search of The One: How to Attract the Relationship You’ve Longed For, at Pink Dog Creative, 348 Depot Street in the River Arts District through October 29.

In this exhibit, Siegel explores the longing for romance through painting and written word. Siegel believes: "We've become a culture of longing, and in our romance-obsessed culture, the search for love has replaced the search for God."

Siegel writes: "Life is a laboratory for love. By walking the three paths—from the unconscious to the conscious self, from the defended to the authentic self, and from the higher to the divine self—we explore the greatest gift the divine has to offer us—love, and in doing so we find what our hearts ultimately long for—unity."

Siegel’s paintings have been described as "postcards from the psyche." Rich in symbolism, his paintings mine the gold that can only come from where the conscious and unconscious mind meet.

Visit his website at LinkToRandy.com.


Randy Shull: Residency
at Bubec Studio in Prague, Czech Republic
Through September, 2016
 
Pink Dog Creative co-founder Randy Shull participated in an artist residency outside of Prague, Czech Republic, for the month of September. Sponsored by The US Embassy in Prague and the Czech Ministry of Culture, Randy was awarded the one-month residency at Bubec, a 100,000 square foot artist-run initiative that is both work space and exhibition space. Randy chose to spend the time investigating color through small oil painting studies of his furniture forms.

Bubec Studio was founded in 2000 by Čestmír Suška, a sculptor. On the outskirts of Prague, Bubec is a former brick factory located in Řeporyje a 12th century village and historical township which combines ancient and contemporary architecture.

Read more at pinkdog-creative.com.


Joseph Pearson: Drawing from Life: The Human Figure
at the Asheville Art Museum
For centuries, artists have perfected their skills in capturing the human form by sketching models. Quick drawing helps artists to trust their eyes rather than relying on memory, which can often be unreliable. In this class, participants draw from a live model, work from photographs, and view works from the Museum’s collection to study shapes, value, form, and proportions. Participants of all experience levels can gain and improve skills in measuring, shading, and finishing.

Instructor Joseph Pearson has been drawing since he was 4 or 5 years old. He believes that drawing speaks to our primal instinct to express the world as we perceive it, and provides intrinsic benefits for everyone. His paintings and drawings are featured in private, public, and corporate collections around the country. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in art education, studied at New York’s Art Students League, and has been teaching art for over 40 years. He currently maintains a studio in the River Arts District.

Space is limited; register by October 4. Cost includes lunch; for a materials list, visit ashevilleart.org. For more information, call 828.253.3227 x122.

Cost (includes lunch): Members: $75 | Non-members: $85

Register online at ashevilleart.org.

Presented in conjunction with Selections from the Permanent Collection: 140 Years of American Art.


Christie Calaycay: Coastal Recollection by Calaycay Design
at First City Art Center Gallery, Pensacola, Florida
Opening Reception November 19, 2016, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Coastal Recollection is a new handcrafted jewelry collection from Calaycay Design that will be on exhibit at First City Art Gallery in Pensacola, Florida. Based on childhood memories of being raised on the Gulf Coast of Florida, this collection was born from a personal appreciation for the raw beauty of the Gulf Coast and its natural elements. Not your usual seashell trinkets, this collection showcases pieces inspired by the unusual textures and patterns of the shoreline. A percentage of sales will be donated to Manna Food Bank.

For more information go to www.calaycaydesign.com.


Reiko Miyagi: Charlotte Contemporary
at Park Expo Center, Charlotte, NC
October 14 - 16, 2016
Reiko Miyagi will be showing her work at the Charlotte Contemporary show on Friday, October 14 through Sunday, October 16 at Park Expo Center in Charlotte, NC. Over 100 invited artists from throughout the country will show a variety of art, craft, and fashion.

Visit Charlotte Contemporary online.
Visit Studio Tabula Rasa online.


EJ Kellerman: Durham Arts Council
at Durham Arts Council Pavilion, Durham, NC
October 21 - April 16, 2016
Opening Reception Friday October 21, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
EJ Kellerman will be exhibiting new work with the Durham Arts Council October 21 - April 16, 2016. The opening will be during Durham’s Third Friday, October 21 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Durham Arts Council (DAC) Pavilion.

For more information visit Durham Arts Council.


Stephanie Grimes: 2016 Kentucky National Wildlife Art Exhibit
in Henderson, Kentucky
October 3 - November 30, 2016
Opening Reception October 21, 2016, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Henderson, Kentucky, home of John James Audubon, will again host the twelfth biennial Kentucky National Wildlife Art Exhibit. John James Audubon lived and painted in Henderson from 1810 to 1819; it is here that he set the course toward painting every bird in North America. The purpose of the exhibit is to increase awareness for the preservation of wildlife and to recognize artists who derive inspiration and imagery from the wildlife and environment.

Two pieces of Stephanie Grimes’ artwork were juried into the 2016 Kentucky National Wildlife Art Exhibit, Inspiration for Basket Weavers and In the Shadows of the Cypress.

The show will be on display October 3 to November 30. An opening Reception will be held October 21 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.

Visit Stephanie Grimes online.
Facebook: StephanieGrimesAnimalArt


A note from the studio of Stephen St. Claire:
Both Joy and I are nicely swamped with commission work these days. The two pieces shown with this posting are two of four panels headed for a medical facility in Oklahoma City later next month. I'm totally enjoying working on these — they're all a revisiting of some of my favorite pieces from the past but approached with different criteria for this project. Technically, this makes the process easier and more enjoyable because I've already worked out the challenges of the piece before, and swinging by a favorite piece with fresh eyes and creating it in a fresh way is just a lot of fun. Two more to finish up and another largish commission on the way. Hey, (and I hate to say it this early) but...it's technically not too soon to start thinking about paintings you might want commissioned to be ready for the holidays.


The Junction Bar & Restaurant: Fall Beer Dinner
The Junction presents a fall beer dinner with Foothills Brewing!

Winston-Salem based Foothills Brewing has been a stalwart of the NC beer scene for over a decade. With awesome year round beers like People’s Porter, Jade & Hoppyum IPA as well as cultish seasonal offerings like Sexual Chocolate Stout, Foothills Brewing is always an excellent collaborator for a beer dinner.

Our fall dinner will feature a few of Foothills’ year round offerings as well as a selection of specialty & seasonal beers to make the evening truly special. As always, Chef David Van Tassel will create a fun and fabulous menu specifically paired to the beers, which he hand-selects for the occasion.

5 Beers & 5 Courses
$65/person (not including tax or gratuity)
Seating is limited & reservations are required.
828-225-3497
www.thejunctionasheville.com


Lynn Blass: Visual History Collaborative
Visual History Collaborative continues its work with Rose Community Foundation in Denver, Colorado.

Visit the Visual History Collaborative online.


Andrea Kulish: Holiday Ornament Workshops
at Studio A
October - December, 2016
 
Make your own pysanka egg ornament! This class is open to beginners and those with experience. Andrea will guide you through making snowflakes, stripes, dots, or your own creation.

Evening classes will be take place starting in October and will run through December. Email andreakulish@gmail.com or call/text 828.423.6459 to sign up today.

Visit Studio A online for more information about Pysanky workshops.