Artist Profile
Deanna Gibson
(Chicago, Illinois)
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In Response #1
Manipulated Photography
Pigment print on archival metallic paper
Edition of 3
36in x 24in
2022
Image courtesy of the artist.
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My artwork consists of manipulated photography utilizing surreal imagery and fantasy color to explore the emotional side of reality and layered moments. I often utilize myself as the subject, transforming into what I want to convey. Focusing on issues surrounding women, body confidence and positive sexuality.
My high relief mixed media works let me explore my love of bouncing light, fabric, and the beauty of the female form. They eradicate surface imperfections women obsess over and shift the focus to the grace and beauty of each woman’s shape, representing a modern-day statue of Aphrodite. The goal in my work is to help women step into, embrace, and be empowered by their own unique identity.
Deanna Gibson is a gregarious Chicagoland based photographer/artist. As a commercial photographer she has been published in numerous books, magazines, newspapers, marketing materials, advertisements both on and off-line. As an artist she has enjoyed many group gallery shows as well as solo shows. Her artwork consists of manipulated photography utilizing imagery she stages and captures. She is often the subject and photographer of her images. Cindy Sherman, Salvador Dali, and Helmut Newton have influenced her work from the beginning. The high relief mixed media works let her explore her love of physical work outside the digital realm. She incorporates her skills of sewing, plaster work, painting, and glitter to create women that seem like they could walk off the wall. If you’re ever in the same room as Deanna, you’ll know it, she’s the one with glitter on her face!
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Iglika
Mixed Media
57in x 33in x 6in
2022
Image courtesy of the artist.
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Lick It
Manipulated Photography
Pigment print on archival metallic paper
Edition of 3
36in x 24in
2019
Image courtesy of the artist.
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Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass
165 North Park Avenue, Neenah, WI 54956
November 1, 2022
Scout Night - November
Tuesday, November 1, 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
 Experience glass art at Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass. Tour the museum and create a fused glass suncatcher.
Fee is $15 per scout. Appropriate for all ages. Scouts must be accompanied by leaders and/or parent chaperones. Adult/ scout ratios required by the BSA and GSUSA are required for all programs. (Adults may participate for the same fee).
Registration is requested a week before the given date at bmmglass.com
Questions? Please contact Taylor Moeller-Roy at 920-751-4658.
$15
https://bmmglass.com/product/scout-night-november/
November 3, 2022
Meditation Session
Thursday, November 3 6:00 PM-7:00 PM CDT
 “Between Seeing and Knowing takes as a starting point the artists’ long-standing interest in and in-depth study of Tibetan Buddhist thangka paintings,” which contain numerous symbols and pictures but flow together into one whole experience – a reflection of our inter-connectedness. In connection with the exhibit, there will be a 25-40 minute meditation period offered on Thursdays by Zen River Sangha. No experience is needed. Chairs and cushions will be provided. For those new to meditation, there will be an optional introduction to meditation at the beginning of each session. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Turn off cell phones. Experience the quietness of just being in the flow of art and life.
Free
https://bmmglass.com/product-category/classes/meditation-sessions/
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Artdose Magazine Vol 33: Honey and Ace, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
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Honey and Ace is a unique creative space that allows people to know it’s OK to use your artistic voice, even if you don’t think it’s your strong suit. Upstairs is a lifestyle gift shop & interior design studio. Along with the artwork featured in this space, the entire lower level of this venue is a dedicated art gallery emphasizing work & music from Wisconsin-based artists.
Tuesday thru Saturday 11am–7pm, Sunday 12–4pm; 817 New York Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081; honeyandace.com
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Order Summer Issue Vol 33
$5 (plus shipping)
Now Available
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In this issue we introduce you to:
Exhibition spaces and publications: Voices Productions (IA), Rockford Art Museum (IL), Essay'd (MI), Rochester Art Center (MN), DeVos Art Museum (MI), Cultivate (MI), MPLSART (MN), Chicago Gallery News (IL); artists Anna Kunz (IL), Bryana Bibbs (IL), Maggie Sasso (WI), Amo Collective (MN); and a growing list of advertisers, art venues, art services, and artist directory.
Cover: Anna Kunz The Blue Magnitude (detail), 2019, acrylic on canvas, 78 in x 72 in. Image courtesy of the artist.
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Artdose Magazine Vol 33 would be not be possible without the financial support of the following: Anchor Press, Paper, & Print, Angela Johnson Artist, Artless bastard Gallery, Art Start, Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass, Cedarburg Art Museum, Cedarburg Artists Guild, Center for the Visual Arts, CR Davidson Art Consultants, Gallery of Wisconsin Art, Green Bicycle Co., Guardian Fine Art Services, Honey and Ace, Janesville, Wisconsin’s Great Outside, Levee Contemporary, Lily Pad | West, MARN ART + CULTURE HUB, Miles North Pottery, OS Projects, Rountree Gallery, Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, Sheboygan Visual Artists, South Shore Gallery & Framing, The Warehouse Art Museum, Two Fish Gallery & Sculpture Garden, Wisconsin Craft, Wisconsin Museum of Quilt & Fiber Arts, and Wisconsin People & Ideas.
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Buy original works of art. Buy Wisconsin art. Support local artists.
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 The Artdose Artist Directory is a tool to explore the art of local artists. The aim of this directory is to be a resource for people seeking to buy local art. It is a perfect resource for people looking to start their own art collection.
To view and purchase their art, please contact the artist directly by visiting their website. Artists receive 100% of their sales.
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About Artdose Magazine Weekly art e-newsletter
Artdose Magazine Weekly art e-newsletter aims to share with our growing subscribers and social media followers on what is happening in the visual arts in Wisconsin such as but not limited to: exhibitions, events, art, and news from artists, artist run galleries, pop up art shows, art groups, institutions, and art centers.
Artdose Magazine Weekly art e-newsletter is an extension of Artdose Magazine, which is committed to connect and support the visual arts in Wisconsin. Featured artists are local, regional, national and international. All content is Wisconsin focused and is submitted, requested, or accidentally stumbled upon.
To learn how you can participate in future issues click here.
About Frank Juárez, publisher
Frank Juárez brings two decades of art education and arts management experience organizing local and regional art exhibitions, community art events, facilitating presentations, supporting artists through grant programs, and professional development workshops. This has placed him in the forefront of promoting Wisconsin artists, networking, and attracting regional, national, and international artists to collaborate and exhibit in Wisconsin. Read more.
Read past issue here
2021 Year in Review here
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Please note: all images are courtesy of the artists, galleries, arts center, institutions, and businesses unless otherwise noted.
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Thank you for reading. See you next week.
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