Fire(works) and Ice at 23 Sandy in July
23 Sandy Gallery is pleased to present Palimpsest, photographs by Canadian artist Nicole Dextras. Palimpsest is a new series of photographs documenting outdoor sculptural ice installations the artist created during the cold months of the Canadian winter.
Palimpsest refers to the ancient practice of erasing and writing over parchment, so that the previous text appears as a ghost on the page. The word also alludes to the act of deciphering traces of time and is therefore an apt analogy for the process of photographing the ephemeral nature of ice. These photographs were taken during the creation of several ice installations Nicole created over a period of three years. The ice was made by pouring water into moulds and letting it freeze outdoors. The ice was cast to create specific shapes such as 3D letters and words or formed into blocks with garments embedded inside the ice. Nicole is well known for her environmental sculptures as well as her distinctive photographs. See a full online catalog of Nicole's show here.
Above: Desire © Nicole Dextras
Also in the Gallery this Month: Artist Books by Susan Lowdermilk
Also showing at 23 Sandy Gallery in July: artist books by Eugene artist Susan Lowdermilk. An art instructor at Lane Community College, Lowdermilk is both a print maker and a book artist working primarily in relief media such as woodcut and wood engraving. Her artist books appear in many public collections including the Getty Museum, the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library. Her artist books utilize abstract marks and objects as visual metaphors or allegories to explore tenuous qualities of human interaction, struggles and experience.
Above: A Ritual to Read to Each Other © Susan Lowdermilk
Artist Reception, First Thursday, July 3, 6-9 p.m.
Since July’s First Friday just happens to fall on one our favorite holidays most of Portland’s Eastside art galleries have decided to hold openings on First Thursday for this month only. 23 Sandy will host an opening reception for both artists on First Thursday, July 3, 2008, 6:00-9:00 p.m. This is for July only, we’ll be back to normal First Friday schedule next month. These gorgeous summer nights make for terrific gallery hopping!
Take a Stroll! More Great Art in the Neighborhood for First Thursday
Just four blocks away from 23 Sandy is another awesome art gallery, B. Rogers Gallery. Brad carries a gorgeous palette of painters, sculptors and collage artists and his setting inside his duplex is a warm, friendly, inspiring venue for art. In July, Brad will showcase Charmaine Shivley whose encaustic paintings are inspired by her love of the Yucatan. B. Rogers Gallery is located at the corner of 19th and Oregon.
And just two blocks away, Urban Grind Cafe and Gallery presents "Sacred Images" a multimedia group show of the Ecstatic Dance Artists Collective. Featuring paintings by Roxanne Patruznik, sacred mandalas by Ansula Press, photographs by Raku Loren, Lloyd Lemmermann and Danielle Levario and video by Eecole Copen. Opening Thursday, July 3rd 6pm-9pm. Ecstatic dance from 9pm-11pm. All are welcome.
Above image: © Charmaine Shivley courtesy B. Rogers Gallery
Special Event for Photography Lovers: See More Great Photography in One Night than Most People See in a Lifetime!
As part of the NW Summer Portfolio Reviews, Photolucida is pleased to present a Portfolio Walk featuring the work of more than 80 national and local emerging photographers. This event is free and open to the public. It’s a great way to see what’s hot in the world of photography these days. Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 26th, 6:00-9:00 p.m., at the Art Institute of Portland, NW 11th & Couch, 2nd floor. More info at: www.photolucida.org
Gallery Hours and Location
Hours: Thursday - Saturday, Noon to 6pm, First Friday, 6-9 pm and at other times by appointment. Phone: 503-927-4409
We are located at 623 NE 23rd Avenue, just three doors north of Sandy Boulevard in central eastside Portland. View a map.
In This Issue
• ARTIST RECEPTION - FIRST THURSDAY JULY 3
• Take a Neighborhood Gallery Stroll
• Photolucida Portfolio Walk-July 26
About 23 Sandy
Welcome to 23 Sandy Gallery’s monthly email newsletter announcing upcoming exhibitions and events.
Owned by Laura Russell, 23 Sandy Gallery presents local and national artists working in contemporary photography, book arts and other related graphic arts. The gallery also serves as a community gathering space with lectures, workshops, salons, readings and more. Find out more at www.23sandy.com.
Now Reviewing Portfolios
23 Sandy Gallery is currently reviewing portfolios for future exhibitions. Check for Artist Submissions information on our web site.
Need a Space for Meetings or Workshops?
23 Sandy Gallery is now available to rent for workshops, lectures or meetings. Rental fees are very reasonable and can accommodate up to 25 people. We have tables, chairs, even a projection screen. More info here.
Frolic on First Friday
23 Sandy Gallery is a member of Portland’s Central Eastside Arts District. That means the gallery is open every First Friday of the month from 6-9 pm. Pick up a map at the gallery for more First Friday openings.
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