We recently had the opportunity to visit with painter Fred Stonehouse, shown above in his studio with his some of his tattoo flash. Fred has been very busy preparing for his January 2012 exhibition at Tory Folliard Gallery. Here are some works in progress:
Read MoreMark Brautigam – “On Wisconsin” Article in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Read the article about Mark Brautigam‘s “On Wisconsin” series in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel by clicking here!
Read MoreStudio Visit: Fred Stonehouse, T.L. Solien, and Derrick Buisch
We recently paid a visit to the studios of Fred Stonehouse, T.L. Solien, and Derrick Buisch, shown here left to right. Images from each artist’s studio as well as sneak peeks of new work will be coming soon!
Read MoreJason Rohlf – “Persist”, part of the SOUNDINGS exhibition
Jason Rohlf has been very busy making new work for his upcoming show “Soundings” at Tory Folliard Gallery. The term sounding refers to taking a measurement in deep water or the process of observing and analyzing atmospheric conditions. Jason Rohlf‘s new series, Soundings reflects his interest in exploring these ideas through paint and collage. Although he is working on flat surfaces, his asymmetrical, organic compositions suggest space, movement, and a compelling energy, perfectly balanced through color and texture. The work in Soundings is a continuation of Rohlf’s keen observation, imagined measurements. Persist is an acrylic painting on four linen panels, measuring 15×60 inches. A kaleidoscope of shapes and colors suggest lively movement and dynamic perspective. The surface of this work is rich yer subtle, with expressive texture and layering. We look forward to Jason Rohlf‘s opening “Soundings” and artist reception on Gallery Night, Friday, October 21st.
Read MorePeggy Sue Dunigan of the Shepherd Express features Tory Folliard Gallery in her Fall Art Preview
Folliard Gallery Gears Up for Fall Art Season Art Preview
A quartet of talented men arrives for three exhibitions at Tory Folliard Gallery this fall. The exhibitions, opening Sept. 9, include Wisconsin artists Mark Brautigam and Peter Barrickman, St. Louis’ Mark Horton and New York’s James Benjamin Franklin.
Read MoreMark Brautigam – “On Wisconsin” Limited Edition Box Set
Mark Brautigam recently brought in his beautifully made, limited edition box set of 25 prints from his “On Wisconsin” photo series. Always with an eye for detail, Brautigam worked with a custom box maker in New York to produce this elegant, cloth covered archival repository for this collection. Each print is stored in individual, acid free sleeves so that the images can be safely viewed. It is so pristine that we have to keep it in back, but it is available for viewing upon request.
Read MoreMark Brautigam – “On Wisconsin” at Tory Folliard Gallery & Haggerty Museum of Art
Wednesday, August 31 saw the opening of the Current Tendencies II exhibition at the Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University. The exhibition features 10 Milwaukee artists working in a diverse range of media. I have 16 photographs from my series On Wisconsin in the show and am thrilled that they are now part of the permanent collection at the Haggerty. The exhibition runs through December 31.
Read MoreStephanie Trenchard – “Alice B.”
“Alice B.,” a multiple piece, cast glass sculpture by Stephanie Trenchard demonstrates the artist’s interest in culture and history but also cites the artists skill in uniting creative and technical aspects to create painterly, luminous sculpture. Stephanie’s castingsare created by making an impression in sand, putting in powdered patterns, then pouring molten glass (at temperatures above 2,000 oF) halfway into the mold. Then, she sets in her pre-made glass objects and draws in stems and leaves. Using paradise paints, glass powders, and frits, Stephanie is able to achieve luminosity rivaling any oil paint. She then pours more glass to fill the impression. The whole process of assembling each piece is very quick, lasting only about three minutes. Each piece then cools for a period of days. In “Alice B.”, which measures 21 x 8 x 5 - 3/4 inches, Gertrude Stein is depicted next to a pear, a symbol often found in Trenchard’s work. Alice B., Stein’s companion is placed near a chair, which symbolizes the home. A mask, which inspired Picasso also makes an appearance as does a lit home in the night. Each figure and symbol floats in its own world but is united by the colorful background painting. Although this piece has a modest footprint, it covers a lot of ground in terms of history, ideas, and presence. Tory Folliard Gallery is pleased to welcome Stephanie Trenchard to the gallery and we look forward to seeing more great sculptures by her.
Read MoreMark Brautigam – “Aurora”
After years of roaming the state to capture intriguing subjects, Mark Brautigam recently completed his series On Wisconsin. Finding beauty in settings others might overlook, Brautigam focuses on ordinary people and places around the state, expressing their quiet dignity and importance through carefully framed shots with his 8×10 camera. We will be presenting ten photos from Mark Brautigam‘s series On Wisconsin in an exhibition of the same name September 9th through October 14th, in the meantime, click here to see more of Mark Brautigam’s work.
Mark Horton – “Downtown”
Mark Horton left a successful career in law to pursue his passion: painting. Using recognizable elements from many cities, Horton creates fictitious, harmonious compositions of Gotham. In some of his oil paintings, dramatic lighting and shading suggest buildings looming behind the viewer. Whether from a bird’s eye view or from a straight-on perspective, Mark Horton captures the vitality of an urban scene.
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