It is a bit like raising a child, having an exhibit: it takes a village to bring it into form. Orbilinia, a show of my recent paintings at the Woodbury Museum in Utah, was an (art) barn raising that needed the essential help of friends, family (I have the world’s best sisters) and an extraordinary museum staff—curator Melissa Hempel, installation wizard Allison Hamnett and lighting genie Larry Revoir. (For a complete guide to the show click here.)
A few images of the installation and the opening…
At the artist reception, March 12, 2013
(Photographs by Julie Pierce, Keegan Drawe and Anne Call House.)
The show looks spectacular; you must feel pleased and proud.
Altoon, I have so missed our connection online while I have been out of town for nearly two months. Thank you for your words–I was very pleased by how the show came together.
Fantastic! Well done!
Thanks Sal!
These photographs (and my experience of being there) speak to the fact that there is an art of installation. The same elements that go into the creation of a work of art apply to the creating of a space in which to exhibit them – rhythm, flow, composition, light, positive and negative space. All were adeptly handled by your installer and curator.
My favorite picture, tho, is Alex speaking to Kellin – their focused animation against the quietude of the paintings in the background- masterful!
Thank you Linda, I so agree that context matters enormously. You stated it so well.
That photo is by my nephew Keegan. And it was a delight to listen to them chat it up in Italian. A great memory for me!
I’m completely drawn in by the photos of the work. The space seems so well suited and I recognize so many of the faces and remember all the fun events we’ve shared.
Thanks Ed. You and Kevin were there with me.
Congratulations, the installation and work (and your outfit) look wonderful!
Gorgeous, Deborah. How wonderful that your paintings could have the space they deserve. You just have to have a show in the D.C. area!!
Maureen, thank you so much. And having a show in DC is on my list. I would love that. Thanks for the encouragement.
Deborah, I have been waiting to see these photos since I got back to Boston. Julie did an outstanding job. I agree with Linda Gibbs, the presentation and what it takes to make a show happen can’t be underestimated, in terms of the viewers experience. Much like a great script needs the right director and actors, set and lighting to bring it to it’s full potential, so too, the creative team that is employed to experience an artist’s world relies on so many factors to make it all work. Your team, concept and execution was genius. No one can look at these photos and not be blown away. I love, love, loved this show! Some very strong, confident work. The work of an artist at the top of her game. Daring, visionary, rapturous, universal. What you do is truly unfathomable by us mere mortals. I am so glad I didn’t miss this experience. I am forever changed by it.
what an awesome place to exhibit!! Your work looks fantastic in that setting!!
Deborah,
Your work looks SPLENDID in that wonderful space. How impressive to see your journey continue. The intelligence, sensitivity and profound insight into this world we live in is evident in every piece.
Let us celebrate the mature artist whose experience with life and living is shared so beautifuly with us in their quest for internal and external beauty.
So much wonder and ciriosity in these works.
I am so proud of you dear friend.
Love to you,
Kevin
Kevin, thank you so much for leaving a comment–my oldest friend and such a steady and staunch advocate of my work. Your support has always sustained me.
Deb, the showing is exquisite! The progression of the photos from the stillness of your paintings simply being then blossoming into a salon of vibrancy and engagement. You are such an intent listener, the penetration is evident in your work, an expression that can be felt with the eyes. Congratulations! Bravo!
so beautiful! to see so many of your paintings at once would be wonderful… and the space is lit and arranged so well, i can just imagine sitting on one of those benches taking the work in…congratulations! i love the three large white granite like pieces hung together, so meditative… but kadartha is still my favourite, so awakening to the dance… 😉
thank you!
Deborah, this venue was spectacular, perfect for displaying your spectacular work, work so alive and vibrant that it even jumps off the computer screen! I’m grateful for the photos bringing us all into the event; they seem to have captured the essence of it. And you, you look radiant and beautiful! Thank you and much love.
deborah- still wish I were there- Perfect!!!
What a perfect venue for your work, Deb. This is a beautiful show! Congratulations all around. Love, Stephanie
The show looks beautiful! Nice to have that space to view the paintings I’m sure.
Deborah! What a wonder this is–even experienced hand-sized via iPhone. What must it have been like in the vastness of Woodbury space. Thank you for the posting–and a thank you to the photographers. I will see Orbilinia in its NJ incarnation.