Don’t tell me you MISSED it? As Fred says, “on earth as it is in studio2gallery…”
a blast from our past
John Ike Walton Revival Band with John from 13th Floor Elevators
Fred prepares to unleash
I swear I had a flashback...
second mission - Message from Space
hypnotic warp
tripping the rift
phasing and reverberating space
we cool down the jet packs
and land back at studio2
Thanks guys, you make the visit to earth sound sweet. Looking forward to the next lift off. Over and out.
Bluebird of Happiness by Jill Alo - oil on canvas
As part of our upcoming call for entries with featured artist Jill Alo and June exhibit, “Creature Feature”, a portion of the entry fee and art sales will be donated to the Williamson County heartworm fund. We will also be accepting donations, toys and any items noted on the animal shelter donation list. click here:
Donate .
Please save an animal with the gift of heartworm medicine. The life you save could be one as wonderful as my dog, Lex. Rescued with heartworm he could have had a premature ending before his gift of companionship and love was complete.
Lex, (Leximo the Eskimo) malamute and heartworm survivor
In case you don’t know, this is roswell…
Roswell (top) and Commander Cody
and from the great beyond she has given us the latest news:
John Ike Walton Revival Band prepares to orbit studio2
Message from Space is to arrive with more funtazmic sounds – along with starting band – the John Ike Walton Revival Band at 8:00 pm on April ll. Don’t miss it, or you’ll be crying in your pink lemonade.
My, my, Myrna Sanders, you had me under your spell. Please come back to Austin again, we’ll be waiting. Kozmic Pearl – a Joplin tribute band, arrived with Message from Space and the message was “this lady NAILS it”! http://www.myspace.kozmicpearl.com/
Kozmic Pearl sighted at studio2gallery
Kozmic Pearl - you wish you were here
go ask alice
me and Bobby McGee
ten feet tall
take a little piece of my heart now, baby
it makes you feel goooooood.
Thanks Houston, the ship has landed.
Jessa poses during installation with Bill (courtesy of William "Bill" Hundley)
Jamie Teer and her peeps
James McKinnis with a Model/Muse
artist/model Virginia Savelle and artist Grant Simpson
a coy viewer enjoying the exhibit!
full house at studio2gallery
"The Structure of Love" completion celebration
Message from Space, great music, funkadelic flyers!
Craig Davis started off with poetry in rock
wrapping up the set
Message from Space backed up awesome imagery and filled my head with visions of Jethro Tull and John Lennon shades. Don't miss more of these talented musicians at Ruta Maya on March 6, as they pay tribute to Terry Brown. Terry played with Fred Mitchim for my 50th birthday. We'll miss you, Terry, gone but not forgotten.
red drum - check it out, man
the light show continues
Fred unleashed
a music tribute for Terry Brown
arriving to Austin
The evening before the performance, the Austin skies reverberated color for Gentle Thunder’s arrival.
I woke up this morning reflective of the four white flowers on my kitchen table. Amazing. They had been part of Gentle Thunder’s alter the night before. They were white with green trimmings, and I immediately felt the white light and oneness of our green planet experienced last night. Then I thought, how appropriate – of all the flowers I handed to the ladies that evening it left four in the vase for me. A rose for each symbol of seasons – of my life reflections during the energy of the music.
Gentle Thunder before the performance
We were fortunate to have so much creativity and loving guidance. Gentle Thunder had the vision of Roxann Pierce’s “Aftergow” in front of her hammer dulcimer as she played. Roxann was also there – and the circle of energy entwined.
"Afterglow" triptych by Roxann Pierce
Guests included the craftsman of this fine piece from Blue Moon Flutes.
Buffalo flute created at Buffalo Moon Flutes in Austin
If you don’t know, I love sea turtles. So I delighted in the design of this flute, and the voice it resonated.
If you couldn’t make the Valentine’s Day performance, Gentle Thunder is performing several more times here in Austin in the next week. Unity Church will host Gentle Thunder and also Grammy Nominated percussionist, Will Clipman. Click here for information on upcoming performances. Find out more on EKLECKTIKOS Studio A at KUT 90.5 FM with 30 year veteran and creator of “EKLEKTIKOS” radio show, host John Aielli. Gentle Thunder will be sharing about the upcoming “The 7/20 Twins” concert, new album Translucent, debuting cuts, and playing flute a little live at KUT 90.5 FM in Austin, TX on “Aielli Unleashed” show.
As the gallery owner, one more thank you to Gentle Thunder, and we look forward to your upcoming album release.
I have to thank my juror, Jacqueline May for putting together such an incredible exhibit. Past or present, I have never seen the gallery with so much energy at an opening reception! I am hoping this energy carries through to the upcoming Valentine’s Day journey performance by Gentle Thunder www.GentleThunder.com. Before the clamour of voices overtook the gallery, you may have heard her music flowing with the installation piece by Nelson Guda, honoring the dead soldiers of Iraq and casualties of Iraq. Their works are such a compliment to one another.
Victoria passed away on April 7, 2009. She will be dearly missed by so many, our thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.
For a very dear friend:
Many of you know Victoria Berry, MSN, RN from her work at the Texas Medical Board in the 1990’s and in her subsequent role as a private sector health care consultant. She has been a part of the health care community for many years including service as a DON and as a registered nurse in long-term care facilities where she practiced as a wound care specialist. In November of 2007, Victoria was diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC). This form of cancer is particularly resistant to treatment and often carries a bleak prognosis.
IBC is a very rare cancer representing 1% of breast cancer diagnoses. Little is known about IBC and clinical studies are desperately needed to offer hope to those who are currently suffering from it and to save those who will be afflicted in the future. MD Anderson opened the first IBC clinic to focus on the research and treatment of IBC, and is embarking on an experimental study specifically targeting Victoria’s type of cancer. Victoria has been accepted into the program. Unfortunately, her insurance company is refusing to pay for this care. In order for Victoria to participate, Victoria’s family must raise an estimated $30,000.00. The study starts immediately and consequently the money is needed very quickly.
If you are willing and able to help, contributions can be made through the Classic Bank of Giddings. No amount is too small to make a difference. Contributions can be made in person, by mail, or electronically. Please use the information below to help Victoria as well as others who may be diagnosed with this insidious form of cancer and who may ultimately benefit from the results of the clinical study.
Bank Info:
Donation Account for Victoria Berry
c/o Classic Bank of Giddings
Attn: Kathy (New Accts.)
P.O. Box 820
Giddings, Texas 78942
For questions regarding electronic contributions, call the Classic Bank
at (979) 542-6666.
Thanks to everyone for such a warm welcome back to South Lamar. Seeing such great art and great people, it gave me a lot to be thankful for this year.
Congratulations to Mary Gatling for our first art sale! I was happy to see the attention given to our gift shop, artisan2you, featuring artisans such as Mae Mae Stiles (jewelry) and So.A.P., South Austin Soap People. We will continue to carry specialty artisan products, from recycled sweater hats by Patz Hatz, crocheted scarves, small artworks and other hand made wonders. The shop will go online sometime in 2009.
Thank you artists, for creating such an incredible exhibit. If you have not yet seen the Katrina Triptych by Channe Felton, I highly recommend it. Oscar, your fiber work is as intricate and breathtaking as ever.
I look forward to the upcoming exhibits in 2009!
Mary Gatling and art patron Melanie Jones - congratulations!
the Katrina Triptych, a center for discussion
visiting artist P.S. Glenn talks with a friend
"Queen" Lucila begins the performance with fire and passion
Derrick Leon Washington, Cultural Anthropologist/Writer/Dancer
this Egyptian belly dancer captivated all
another beautiful performance
pleasing the crowd with her final steps
a special performance by Le Jardin
