Salado Gallery Trail May 10th
May 5, 2008
Salado’s 2008 Fine Art Gallery Trail is scheduled for Saturday evening, May 10th from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Eight galleries will participate in the Gallery Trail with free carriage rides to and from each location.
Artists participating in the evening event include many of the top Texas painters and sculptors, including: Jack Terry (western), Ronnie Wells (bronze), B. Herd (landscapes), Larry Prellop (landscape/bluebonnets), Barry Shadrock (landscapes), Bill Meek (glass), Jim Eppler (bronze), Farrell Cockrum (Native American), Charles Allen (botanical sculptures, metal), Kathryn Martinez-Watts (photography), Tamara Rymer (western), Renie Patty (landscapes), and William Larson (western).
The 2008 Fine Art Gallery Trail includes the following gallery shows:
Griffith Fine Art Gallery:
Artists Tamara Rymer and William Larson will be available during the evening event as well as landscape artist Renie Patty. Tamara Rymer is considered one of the top female western artists in the nation. Rymer has recently received the top honor at the American Plains Artist Contest. William Larson, another popular western artist, grew up in the Texas Hill Country and studied under notables Bruce Greene and Martin Greille. Landscape artist Renie Patty has been creating vibrant landscapes, seascape and floral oil paintings for over thirty years. Patty studied under notables Dalhardt Windberg and Simon Michael.
B. Herd Gallery:
Artist and gallery owner, Bascom Herd, has received world-wide attention from collectors for his vivid landscapes showcasing tranquil Hill Country scenes. His use of stippling in his pieces adds a unique level of detail and richness to his paintings. Herd will unveil his most recent painting, “Fall Reflections,” during the Gallery Trail. Visitors will receive the first glimpse of this new work depicting a Hill Country scene featuring the Guadalupe River with several deer grazing along the banks. This 20” x 30” original and the accompanying prints will be available for purchase during the show.
Thomas Kinkade Stagecoach Gallery:
Thomas Kinkade, the “painter of light,” is considered one of America’s most collected artists. The Thomas Kinkade Stagecoach Gallery is a signature gallery representing the latest works of the artist, including his most recent seascape “New Horizons,” Footprint in the Sand,” and “Fenway Park.” Limited edition prints will be available for the show in various sizes, hand signed and embellished.
Main Street Galleries:
Represented artists for the Gallery Trail include Kyle Polzin, Dalhart Windberg, Larry Dyke and Mark Keathley. The gallery’s special feature for the evening is artist Judith Miller. Miller excels in not only the visual arts with her abstract paintings, but also in music. The Judith Miller Band will play jazz throughout the evening.
Miller Fine Art Gallery:
The exhibit planned for this years Gallery Trail includes both 2-D and 3-D artists working in oil, acrylic, bronze, metals and photography. Artists participating in the show include Bill Meek working in glass, Jim Eppler working in bronze and oils, Farrell Cockrum working in acrylic, Michael Tatom working in bronze with unique patinas, Brent Lawrence working in stainless steel, Kathryn Watts-Martinez working in enhanced photography, and Michelle Smith’s jewelry.
Prellop Fine Art Gallery:
Gallery owner, and artist, Larry Prellop is well known throughout Texas and the United States for his vivid sunset landscapes and light reflecting seascapes. Prellop’s paintings are in the private collections of numerous corporations and former Texas governors and State Representatives. Along with his own paintings, Prellop represents the work of G. Harvey and numerous emerging artists from around the state. Artists available for the Gallery Trail include: Barry Shadock, a student of Dalhart Windberg, who is known for his palette knife and brush techniques creating landscapes that glow with rich color; Loveta Strickland, showcasing her technique for translating color and light into vibrant landscapes and garden scenes; and Charles Allen, with his unique botanical sculptures in metal. The Prellop gallery will also host accordion player Willard Piper Dyer from Austin.
Southern Image:
Southern Image is the only gallery to exclusively feature Texas artist Jack Terry’s originals and Giclée prints. Terry’s work is collected by Travis Tritt, Burt Reynolds, Dick Clark, Exxon, and Anheuser Busch. Jack Terry will be present during the event showcasing his most recent work, “A Long Day in the Saddle” – a 48” x 60” oil depicting a canyon scene, two cowboys and a straggling calf. Also featured during the event is Terry’s “Turning the Lead Steer.” Entertainment is also planned at the gallery during the Gallery Trail.
Wells Gallery:
Artist and gallery owner, Ronnie Wells, was recently selected the 2007 Texas Ducks Unlimited Artist of the Year for his wildlife and sporting bronzes, original paintings and limited edition prints. His latest creation in bronze, using the lost wax process, “Pitchin’ the Roost” will be on display during the Gallery Trail. “Pitchin’ the Roost,” is a 20” x 13” wild turkey bronze in a limited edition of thirty.
Wine, cheese and other refreshments will be served at each gallery with artists available to talk with visitors and art collectors. Visitors are encouraged to attend each gallery’s show and participate in the Fine Art Gallery Trail prize package drawing. Participants in the drawing have the opportunity to win free passes to the Silver Spur Theater, a 30-minute Massage at Serenity Spa, Wine-tasting for two at Salado Wine Cellar, a $50 shopping spree at Charlottes, one weekday night stay at the Red Barn Bed and Breakfast, and a lunch for two gift certificate from Brownings Café, just to name a few. For more information about Salado’s Fine Art Gallery Trail, visit us online at www.salado.com or contact Larry Prellop at 254-947-3930.
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