Nicholas Hudak's first solo show and Contemporary Japanese Printmakers,Shinji Ando and Takahiko Hayashi

It was a very special night at New Grounds Printshop and Gallery and Matrix Fine Art. We celebrated Nicholas Hudak's first solo art show and the arrival of Shinji Ando and Takahiko Hayashi for their second and third trip to Albuquerque New Mexico.

Guests arrive to check out Nick's show.

Nick set up for a demonstration before the show.  To watch the demo click the links at the bottom of the page.

More of Nick's art was laid out for sale in the New Grounds classroom.

We also had a book signing by Ray Masman and Director Regina Held. The New Grounds Manual for Non-Toxic Etching is available for purchase!

Ando Shinji stands with his piecces on display in Matrix.

Japanese artist Takahiko Hayashi with two of his bright and colorful etchings.

Shinji San speaks with New Grounds artist Shirley Levy and a guest.

Etchings by Hayashi San.

Hayashi San with New Grounds artist Dan Noyes.

New Grounds artist and co-author of our non-toxic etching manual Ray Maseman.

Dan and Gallery Assistant Tanya Landin in Matrix.

Interns Kaitlin Reese and Michelle Sharp.

Be sure to join us for the next First Friday!!!

Photos by Jeff Simpson. Blog and video by Intern Kaitlin Reese.

Nick's demo part 1

Nick's demo part 2

Nick's demo part 3

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

 

 

First Show of 2013

 At New Grounds Print Shop and Gallery and Matrix Fine Art 2013 started off right with the first art show of the new year on January 4th! It was the last day of the holiday sale and all the artists' new work was on display. Not only was the event successful, but also a lot of fun!

New member to New Grounds, Wayne Chinander, stands next to his linoleum cut print entitled Maiden. Wayne has been a member since December and this is his first time showing art here at New Grounds.

Visitors explored New Grounds and Matrix checking out all the amazing art that was part of the holiday sale and new work by the artists.

Artists Phil Peterson and Katherine Noe.

A guest visits with artist Pamela Wesolek.

Myself and fellow new intern Karissa greeted people at the front as they walked in!

Artist Jeff Simpson stands in Matrix taking photos of the night's event.

Artist Dan Noyes and Artist Ray Maseman have a conversation in New Grounds.

Ray Maseman's twins Ben and Norah are both charming and very entertaining!

A guest speaks with artist Adabel Allen.

Cheers! Artist Deborah Donelson and a friend.

Fellow intern Erik was the bartender of the evening.

Artists Susan Evans and Pat Berrett

Artist Jessica Krichels and her daughter pose for a picture before leaving.

Phil Peterson hangs out in the offices as he showed me yoga poses for sleep.

Photos by Jeff Simpson and Kaitlin Reese. Be sure to join us next time!

-Kaitlin Reese, New Grounds Intern