Opening Preview

This afternoon DPC hosted the opening preview for the annual D.I.G. (Dialogue:an Interaction for Growth) show. It marks the time which Lent is traditionally observed during, and the shows theme is "Embodiment". The theme has been interpreted by 30 artists, each in a distinct way. The grand opening for the show will be held March 7th from 6-9 :00 in conjunction with the First Saturday Art Gallery "Art Crawl" in downtown Nashville. If you're a first time "art crawler" click here for my suggestions. At the grand opening there will be a pot luck dinner, to which all are welcome, and the purchase prize will be announced at 7:00. Here is a little sampling of what awaits:
Julie Lee's triptych

Elizabeth Streight's mobile

Stained glass

Mixed media

Richard and Phillip Feaster's collaboration

Andee Rudloff's paintings on wood panels

The first wall of work, and possibly the most vibrant, too


This magical Dr. Seuss-ian cake will be gone by the time you get there Saturday, but come on anyway! Oh, and the D.I.G. show reaches beyond just visual art. Check out the poster (at the top of this post) for the film series and spoken word event!

February's First Weekend

It may be gross outside, but it's gonna be fun inside! Actually, the forecast is calling for a high of 53 on Saturday and Sunday- that's not so bad, right? Downtown Nashville's galleries and alternative art spaces will be debuting newly hung exhibitions for your viewing pleasure. First Saturday Gallery Crawl activities this week are Feb 2 (of course) from 6- 9:00 pm. If you are not sure where to go, please ask me! Most galleries will be serving light refreshments for your tasting pleasure; better yet, Downtown Presbyterian Church will be serving dinner! They are excited to be involved in downtown's growth, and there is an open invitation to the pot luck dinner, "Art Luck", that is held during every First Saturday Gallery Crawl. If you plan on partaking, remember it is pot luck- bring a dish to share. At this Saturday's Art Luck, Downtown Presbyterian will be previewing their current art event, D.I.G. (Dialogue: an Interaction for Growth). There are details about this event in my previous post, so I won't go on about it, but if you are curious about details, location, etc. their website is very helpful. Ohhh, and hold this information dear to your heart: parking on the street at metered spaces is free after 5:00.
If you can't catch the Saturday events, don't miss the ensuing action on Sunday, Feb 3: the Super Bowl!!!!! hahaha. no. better because this involves shopping. It's Midtown Gallery's annual Super Bowl Sunday sale from 1- 4:00 pm. Pretty much all of Midtown's artists will be offering substantial deals; all of my work will be 35% off!
I hope I see you this weekend!

I Can D.I.G. It

This Saturday, February 2, is the First Saturday Art Crawl in downtown Nashville, and I am part of one show that is opening. I have a piece in the group show - D.I.G. Through Art- hosted by Downtown Presbyterian Church. On First Saturday, at 6:00, Downtown Presbyterian also holds an "Art - Luck" dinner that is open to any art- loving, gallery- hopping, hungry Nashvillian. So, at 6:00 bring your covered dish to take part in the pot- luck dinner AND preview the D.I.G. Through Art Event !
I'm copying an article (see below) that I found on Beth Gilmore' s blog to give you a better idea what the event is all about. Thanks Beth!
Downtown Presbyterian Church~ 154 5th Ave North Nashville, TN 37219

An Emancipation Conversation

A Lenten Art Show, Sacred Blues Concert, and Film Series A D.I.G. Through Art Event (D.I.G. – Dialogue: an Interaction for Growth) The 11th Annual Lenten D.I.G. Art Series at The Downtown Presbyterian Church focuses its attention on its theme: An Emancipation Conversation. The witness of God's love for the world has always been a witness of emancipation. The power of emancipation can be a small spark or a raging fire, and we hope to provide a context for artists and audiences alike to explore this theme during the season of lent.
In doing so, we will be hosting an art show with of local artists on the theme of Emancipation opening 2/10/08 : ***preview Feb 2 !!!*** Julie Lee, DJ Justice, Sarah Shearer, Jodi Reeves, Carla Contreras, Nathan Steele, AyJey, Elizabeth Streight, Michelle Cribbs, Jack Coggins, Mark Sloniker, Leilani Rector, Tasha French, Richard Feaster, Tom Wills, Beth Gilmore, and others .