The Making of Landscapes, Jacqui Lewnes' solo show

Jacqui Lewnes Stands in front of one of New Grounds' presses in preparation for her demonstration.
I am not alone in saying that I am very proud of Jacqui and admire her as an artist and as a person. Jacqui overcame many hardships with grace, perseverance, and a great sense of humor while creating beautiful, ethereal, and emotional monotype landscapes of New Mexico for her solo show this month at New Grounds.

Jacqui gives us a "serious and thoughtful" pose in front of two of her pieces. A great example of her playful personality.

Selfie time! Gallery Assitant Tanya, myself, and Jacqui take a quick photo together during the show.

In additon to Jacqui's show David Welch and his wife Cynthia Winster had a spectacular show in the Matrix gallery. David (in purple) speaks with a student and her parent in the front studio in New Grounds.

Director Regina Held stands with our new intern Jessica Carr near the entrance greeting guests as they arrive.

New Grounds artist and Local Treasure Mary Sundstrom leans against the press and speaks with a visitor.

A guest admires the work done by New Grounds artist and Serigraph instuctor Ren Adams

Former member and current art model Mike Rudal and his wife Wendy arrive to see Jacqui's show.

Guests gather in Matrix to take in work by David Welch and Cynthia Winster.

A crowd gathers to watch Jacqui's monotype demonstration. To watch the demo please click the links at the bottom of the page.

Photos and Blog by Kaitlin Reese, New Grounds intern.

Exposed: Group Photogravure Show

New Grounds Intern and artist Kaitlin Reese Preparing for her Photogravure demonstration.

Saturady evening was the opening reception of Exposed, a group photogravure show, at New Grounds Printshop and Gallery. Many guests attended and enjoyed wine, food, and of course all the wonderful art that had been created by members!

Artist Pam Wesolek and Gallery Assistant Tanya Landin greet guests in the main gallery.

New Grounds member Kathy Noe speaks with friends as the look at extra artwork on the tables in the classroom.

Former member Mike Ruhdal and artist and current member Jacqui Lewenes catch up with a friend.

Director Regina Held and Gallery Assistant Tanya Landin.

Kaitlin Reese's set up for demonstration.

After the demo Kaitlin speaks with member Elaine Soto and her mother. To watch the demo click the link below.

Kaitlin's Demo

Thank you to all who came and for those who couldn't make it we look forward to seeing you next First Friday!

Photos by Jeff Simpson

Blog by Kaitlin Reese

On October 4th Diane Alire celebrated her fourth solo show at New Grounds Print Shop and Gallery! The evening was full of fun and excitement. Above stands Diane's sister and the artist herself in front of her art. After guests had an opportunity to take in the amazing new art produced, Diane gave a demonstration on her process to give people a better idea on how she creates her beautiful images.

Visitors stand in New Grounds Gallery.

New Grounds Rachel Allen Fellowship winner and pastel artist Nance McManus poses with Diane Alire in front of the New Grounds classroom. On the tables are even more works produced by Diane.

New Grounds Artist Nick Hudack and his friend Kelly stopped by to see Diane's work.

A visitor stands in the New Grounds' classroom and admires Diane's work that has been layed out on the tables. Art by other New Grounds' members and international artists hangs on the walls.

New Grounds Artist Jacqui Lewnes (right) stands in front of her monotypes in the studio with a friend.

 

Gallery Assitant Tanya Landin and Intern Carla Nielson stand in the Matrix gallery. In addition to Diane Alire's show the Pastel Soceity celebrated their opening as well.

New Grounds Artists Jessica Weybright and Kathe Noe stand with one of the presses in the studio.

The door opened at just the right time to blow my and Tayna's hair back for the picture!

New Grounds Artist and St. Pius teacher Jorge Tristani stands in the classroom with some of his students.

 

It was a wonderful and fun event celebrating Diane's fourth solo show! Her new works are exceptional and are up for viewing until the end of the month. Click the links below to watch videos of her demonstration.

 

Pictures and Blog by New Grounds Intern Kaitlin Reese.

 



Diane Alire demo part 1

Diane Alire demo part 2

Diane Alire demo part 3