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Katherine stopped by the Gallery last week and brought us some exciting new paintings!

Katherine is an award winning artist who is currently listed in the "Who's Who of American Women". She has been published on the cover of "International Fairs and Expo's Magazine" multiple times.

"Farm Fresh" - Acrylic On Canvas - 36 x 48

Katheine is known for her highly detailed watercolor paintings, and is now introducing her "Celebration Series", a line of contemporary paintings aimed at the interior design market. These acrylic on canvas paintings celebrate her thirty years as a professional artist.

"Painted Tulips" - Acrylic On Canvas - 36 x 36

Katherine's work is truly unique, her vision of the world is like none other in California painting. Her works are sought by collectors from around the western United States.

"Clover" - Acrylic On Canvas - 36 x 36

We are very proud to have Katherine as one of our Gallery artists. Stop by and see her beautiful work as soon as you can!

To help you get the "hang" of artful arranging, the following are some pointers on picture grouping. Walls are the largest single feature in any room! Be sure yours make a positive statement by careful selection of your artwork, framing and hanging.

1. Composition is the key. Consider your grouping as a single unit of line, balance, rhythm and scale.

2. First, work out an attractive arrangement on the floor. Remember to measure out the entire amount of wall space you have to work in. Trace an outline of each picture on paper (newspaper, freezer paper, brown craft paper) and use these as guides for placement on the walls. This will eliminate unnecessary nail holes.

3. The eye craves order, so remember your practical geometry. Hang pictures so that they form at least one horizontal, and one vertical line (with the exception of a round grouping.)

4. Your arrangement should hang-together, literally. Too much space between pictures disrupts the graphic effect. (Use your hand width as a good spacing between pieces.)

5. Remember, not only size, but color and textures will affect the balance. Always integrate groupings for balance by keeping the weight of your composition well distributed.

6. Correct scale is such a common factor in decorating that we are not aware of it until it is absent. Take into consideration the sizes of objects used together. Tiny pictures over a large overstuffed sofa or vice versa will not create an aesthetic appearance.

7. How high or how low???? Remember, everyone’s “eye-level” is different. The Rule to remember is: No more than 6 to 8 inches above a piece of furniture. Or at average eye level if not hanging above furniture.

8. Place a piece of tape on the wall before driving the nail into it to prevent the plaster or paint from chipping.

9. Use two hooks on any piece over about 12” in width. It will keep the piece level and give it more support.

10. If you need help, we are experts at arranging and hanging pictures and mirrors. Call  667-7332 to schedule an appointment.

We have a great selection of original art, limited edition prints and unique crafts. We feature black and white photography from Roman Loranc.

Before we get into what's new in framing, we would like to let you know that we have sold the Black Mountain Platter from this week's Sale of the Week! Be sure to watch your email for  the next sale of the week which will be out Monday, April 4. If you haven't signed up for our emails, email us or sign up on our website! Don't miss out!

What's New In Framing?

Larson Juhl has a new moulding line out called the "Petite II." Doesn't it make an elegant presentation for diploma's?

The silver, black and bronze comes in 3/4" wide, the bronze, black and three wood tones come in 15/16" wide.  Here's what Larson has to say about their new line:

An extension of the popular Petite collection launched in 2010, the new Petite II collection offers a smart variety of small scale mouldings in a multitude of timeless finishes and profile shapes. The Petite II collection introduces six new finishes to the popular #334 profile and a new profile that is finished with three new neutral metallic tones. The Petite II collection is a PEFC certified collection. PEFC, which stands for Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification, traces the chain of custody of lumber product from forest to final product. This assortment of clean-lined modern profiles can be used as a liner to add texture and depth to frame designs or easily transformed by adding a fillet, expanding the uses of Petite II. The thoughtfully undersized shapes of the Petite II collection make these mouldings ideal for small spaces or for framing art meant to hang in groups.

Stop by and see what these beautiful mouldings could do for your diploma,  certificate, photo or art!

Linda Abbott came by a short time back and brought us some new works of art! We are very happy to have her in our Gallery! Linda brought us a few springy pieces that we have added to our Touch Of Spring showing too! Here are the new pieces. If you're interested in more of Linda's work click on Artists Represented and you can find more of her awesome art! If you'd like to see the Touch Of Spring collection, click on Exhibitions and select Current!

Above Baker Beach - Oil on canvas

Daffodil Obsession - Oil on linen

From The Tulip Tree - Oil on canvas

Dome Above The Clouds - Oil on canvas

Redbud And Daffodil - Oil on canvas

Spring is in the air! The sky is blue, the grass is growing, and the air is fragrant with the smell of flowers. It's the kind of day that leaves people feelings happy and energized. Have a touch of Spring Fever and looking for something to do? We've got just the thing!

"Between Showers" - Daniel Mundy

We've gathered a selection of beautiful works of art that are "spring" themed and made a great display in the gallery. You can see the entire display on line. Stop in and see "A Touch Of Spring" before it fades away!

"Flowering Quince" - Charles Waldman