Saint Apollonia by Artist James Christensen

Saint Apollonia by artist James Christensen

          Οnce upon a time, the boundless imagination of master storyteller James C. Christensen created a series of paintings under the guise of an obscure (and fictitious) 15th century Flemish painter. This enigmatic collection became known as “Saints and Angels” for its similarities to the devotional art of that era, as well as its portrayals of largely forgotten Christian saints. . . . fine art collectors have contributed to the sell-out of previous limited editions from Saints and Angels including Isabella, Angel with Epaulet and Madonna with Two Angels.

Saint Apollonia is the perfect complement to any of the releases from this series of elegant yet powerful women or a lovely and affordable start to a James C. Christensen collection of art for your home. Apollonia is the patron saint of dentists and those suffering toothaches. When heathens in Alexandria revolted against the Christians in 249, Apollonia was beaten and her teeth were pulled because she would not recant her Christian beliefs.

 

Artist James Christensen

Christensen was born in 1942 and raised in Culver City, California. He studied painting at Brigham Young University and, for a while, the University of California at Los Angeles before finishing his formal education at BYU. Since then, he has had one-man shows in the West and the Northeast, and his work is prized in collections throughout the U.S. and Europe…. more

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Out of the Dust by artist Daniel Smith

Out of the Dust by artist Daniel Smith

Out of the Dust, Daniel Smith newest fine art edition, is a gem of North America’s giant icons. You can almost smell the animal and feel the dry heat in this image. “My paintings are a reflection of many years of field work combined with a passion for the natural world,” says the artist. “My objective is to share my passion through a scientifically accurate realistic painting while maintaining artistic integrity.”

Artist Daniel Smith

Artist Daniel Smith had yet another stellar year in 2009. He enjoyed a two week research safari to Kenya last summer and in September, both of his entries to the Jackson Hole Art Auction sold. Also in September, Dan was included in the Eiteljorg Museum’s Quest for the West Art Show and Sale, an invitational exhibition featuring 50 of the country’s outstanding artists. There he won the Harrison Eiteljorg Purchase Award for Stillwater Crossing, a face-to-face with a buffalo in mid-stream— watch for the fine art edition of this painting in 2010.

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Artist Trisha Romance – paintings that reflect her world

"Star of Wonder" Limited Edition Giclee on Canvas by Artist Trisha Romance

“It was late afternoon, that time in winter when darkness comes early. Snow was falling in giant flakes as Whitney and I headed home after a wonderful time of Christmas shopping. . .I quickened my pace and explained that we must hurry home to get dinner started. But when I glanced down, I realized that Whitney had not even heard me. She had stopped and was silently transfixed by a glorious nativity scene in the shop window”.    – Trisha Romance

 

Artist Trisha Romance

The world that artist  Trisha Romance paints is her world – her family, her home, beloved landscapes and buildings and the serenity of many paintings is true to life…more

 

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Artist Jonn Einerssen – Art with Force and Beauty

Western Angle by artist Jonn Einerssen

 

MEET JONN EINERSSEN IN PERSON OCTOBER 23RD
AND 24TH AT PICTURE THIS

Jonn Einerssen’s paintings are distinguished by a force and beauty which reflects the artist’s own powerful vision and a philosophical, spiritual approach to his art.

Jonn Einerssen works almost exclusively in oils, layering glazes to create a translucent and harmonious play of light and colour. While each painting is a bold, realistic interpretation, it begins with an impressionistic approach.

The artist blocks in a painting from a feeling, a process that may take form several hours to a day. He then works other block ins until the feelings subside, progressing to a technical approach which puts the” feeling” into an intense, recognizable form.

Remarkably, Einerssen, born in 1949, did not begin painting or even sketching until he was 21. Both privately and self-taught, he quickly became a flourishing, self-sustaining artist, capturing the attention of private and corporate collectors. He conducts workshops throughout the year, passing on this disciplined approach to aspiring artists while demonstrating

Artist Jonn Einerssen

his masterful style and technique.

To meet the artist in person and view more of his new works you can see the Western Lights Artist Group Edmonton Fall Show presented by The Gallery at Picture This 959 Ordze Rd., Sherwood Park, AB on October 23th and 24th, 2009

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Artist Roger Arndt: Expresses his vision through his brushes

Seasonal Frost by artist Roger Arndt

MEET ROGER ARNDT IN PERSON OCTOBER 23RD
AND 24TH AT PICTURE THIS

Roger D. Arndt began to see the world through an artistic eye at the age of twelve, when he set out on his journey into the world of fine art.

In the early 1970’s, at the age of fourteen, Roger became inspired by the art of Loren D. Adams, Jr., a well-known seascape artist who was working out of Vancouver’s Granville Island district. Roger became an apprentice to Adams. Through careful observation and Adam’s mentoring, Roger nurtured his own talent. He learned how to put paint on canvas, and express his vision through his brushes.

In those early years, Roger focused mainly on seascapes while his talent blossomed and grew. In his late teen years, Roger discovered his love for the Rocky Mountains. He spent several months each year exploring Alberta’s Lake Louise, Jasper, and Athabasca regions, hiking and camping at the base of towering mountains and ancient glaciers… more

Artist Roger Arndt

To meet the artist in person and view more of his new works you can see the Western Lights Artist Group Edmonton Fall Show presented by The Gallery at Picture This 959 Ordze Rd., Sherwood Park, AB on October 23th and 24th, 2009.

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Western Lights Artists Group- Fall Show at Picture This Gallery

 

The Western Lights Artist Group – Murray Phillips – Vance Theoret – Brent Heighton – Jonn Einerssen – Roger Arndt

  MEET WESTERN LIGHTS ARTISTS GROUP IN PERSON
OCTOBER 23RD AND 24TH AT PICTURE THIS

          A fellowship of five artists, four painters and one stone carver, drawn together by artistic commitment, mutual respect and camaraderie explore the visual world together. Whether sailing the Pacific Northwest’s passages, riding horseback through the Alberta foothills, hiking the mountain passes, or spending an evening of spirited conversation on a terrace cafe, these artists share a common focus. They celebrate their life through their art. Widely diverse in style and subject matter, each has devoted their life to art. Although the artists are strongly individualistic in their approach to life and art, companionship is one of the primary dynamics of the group.

 You can meet the  Western Lights Artists Group in person and view their new works at  The Gallery at Picture This 959 Ordze Rd., Sherwood Park, AB on October 23th and 24th, 2009  …map

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Sculpture Artist Vance Theoret transforms lifeless rock to Bears with character

Dancing On The Edge Brazilian Agate-Soapstone Bear Sculpture by artist Vance Theoret

 MEET VANCE THEORET IN PERSON OCTOBER 23RD
AND 24TH AT PICTURE THIS 

 When Vance Theoret holds a rough piece of soapstone in his hand, it’s not a lifeless piece of rock he sees. Through the eyes of the 100 Mile resident sculptor, it’s a myriad of possibilities waiting to come alive with the touch of his masterful hands.

When Theoret gets down to work, he brings an element of his Mohawk decent to the work bench, styling his sculptures to emulate nature and its noble creatures.

If asked to name his signature trademark, Theoret would say it’s the bear. He’s studied the musculature, the proportions and the expressions of the emperor of the forest. Then he renders and simplifies those characteristics down to a unique style that is undeniably his own.

Artist Vance Theoret

His uncomplicated bear sculptures, with their sleek and flawless finish, are humourous and light-hearted and, when the opportunity arises, portray a characteristic of their owner.

In the summer of 2008 at his show booth at the Calgary Stampede, Theoret’s work caught the eye of a co-ordinator for the 2009 World Skills Competition that recently took place in Calgary. 

To meet the artist in person and view more of his new works you can see the Western Lights Artist Group Edmonton Fall Show presented by The Gallery at Picture This 959 Ordze Rd., Sherwood Park, AB on October 23th and 24th, 2009.

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River Valley Photo Contest – Edmonton Region – Ending Soon

Submit your digital photo of our beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley for a chance to win fabulous prizes. contest details

 

Grand Prize:	Fuji Fine Pix S100
2nd Prize:	Dinner for Four at La Ronde Restaurant
3nd Prize:	Nikon CoolPix S220
Student Prize:	Nikon CoolPix S220 (Category for Grade 1-9 students only)

 

The best photos will be chosen and voted on. Deadline for photo submission is Monday, Oct. 12 at midnight. Contest is open to amateur photographers only – no professionals. A maximum of five digital photo submissions per person will be accepted. All photographs submitted will become property of the Edmonton Sun and The River Valley Alliance.            View contest details

  The River Valley Alliance has prepared “A Plan of Action for the Capital Region River Valley Park – one of the world’s great metropolitan parks which will be a defining feature of our quality of life and a legacy for generations to come.”
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Artist Brent Heighton – Viewers experience the joy of his paintings

Castaway by artist Brent Heighton

MEET BRENT HEIGHTON IN PERSON OCTOBER 23RD
AND 24TH AT PICTURE THIS 

   

 

Artist Brent Heighton

 

 Brent Heighton resides in British Columbia, Canada and  has won  numerous awards throughout Canada and the U.S.  Heighton’s  watercolours and oils have been well received by many corporate and private collectors in over 25 countries of the world. The artist has had exhibitions in New York, Tokyo, Germany, Belgium, Holland, many parts of the U.S. and most recently Cabo San lucas, Mexico. For  Heighton the most important is ”how it makes you feel putting your feelings on paper or canvas so that the persons observing can experience the joy you had in painting that particular artwork. If you can make that connection with someone it feels great inside,” he says.

“Castaway” an original painting in oil is one of Brent Heighton latest originals. Mr. Heighton is a member of the Western Lights Artist Group (WLAG). To meet the artist in person and view more of his new works you can see the WLAG Fall Show presented by The Gallery at Picture This 959 Ordze Rd., Sherwood Park, AB on October 23th and 24th, 2009

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Artist Murray Phillips – Paintings that reflect his love for Nature

 

Morning Light in the Bugaboos by artist Murray Phillips

MEET MURRAY PHILLIPS IN PERSON OCTOBER 23RD
AND 24TH AT PICTURE THIS 

 ”Morning Light in the Bugaboos”  Acrylic is one of the latest Originals by artist Murray Phillips.  The Artist  paintings  reflect his love for nature: “I feel most at home in the wilderness. I have several studios, but my favorites are my sailboat or my VW van, which enable me to transport my studio to the painting site”, says Mr. Phillips. 

 

Murray Phillips is a member of the Western Lights Artist Group (WLAG).  To meet the artist  in person and view  more of his new works you can see the  WLAG Fall Show presented by The Gallery at  Picture This 959 Ordze Rd., Sherwood Park, AB on October 23rd and 24th, 2009.         

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