Archie Bray anniversary raises nearly $600,000
The Archie Bray’s 60th anniversary celebration, “2011: From the Center to the Edge – 60 Years of Creativity and Innovation at the Archie Bray Foundation,” was an unprecedented success for the Helena ceramic arts center. The event, held June 23-25 in Helena, generated nearly $600,000, with the auction, held June 24 at the Helena Civic Center, grossing more than $500,000. Read more
Billings Artwalk: 22 galleries host receptions
Twenty-two galleries participate in the Artwalk, 5-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, in downtown Billings. Participants host free public receptions for local and regional artists, and offer art demonstrations, live music, and refreshments for Artwalkers. Catch the Fun Express Bus for free two-hour tours. Among the offerings: Don Tiller of Port Townsend, Wash., displays 10 new paintings at the Toucan Gallery … Read more
Shalene Valenzuela | “No Place Like Home”
As part of the Archie Bray Foundation's 60th anniversary celebration, Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art in Great Falls hosts “No Place Like Home” by Missoula artist Shalene Valenzuela. The exhibit, on display through Sept. 10, provides viewers with a wonderfully wry and sometimes ironic look at domestic life. Read more
John Ashley | “Curious by Nature”
Photographer John Ashley's images are on display Aug. 4-30 at Stumptown Art Studio in Whitefish in "Curious by Nature." Ashley, who lives “at end of the road” near Kila, with his wife and business partner, Tracy, first used a camera to help him finance his college education. More than three decades later, photography is still central to his livelihood.
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People’s Center showcases photographs by Susan Reynolds
A vibrant new exhibit, “Understanding Native American People” by Susan Reynolds, is on display through Sept. 30 at The People’s Center in Pablo. Nearly 30 images by the fine art photographer, photojournalist and writer offer a new understanding within the historical context of what it means to be Native American today. Read more
Archie Bray celebrates 60 years of creativity and innovation
The Archie Bray Foundation in Helena celebrates its transformation from brickyard to world-renowned ceramic arts center with a three-day international symposium, June 23-25. “2011: From the Center to the Edge” is designed to highlight the state of the field of ceramic art today through discussion, demonstrations and artistic interaction. Read more
Marvie Redmond | “Skyscapes”
Works by Missoula artist Marvie Redmond, on display through May 29 at the Missoula Art Museum, explore the skyscapes unique to our area. The 11 featured oils, akin to the Impressionist paintings of the 1800s, are inspired by natural observation as Redmond mixes subtle compositions with sensitive color combinations. Read more