Teepees at Dusk by MARY LANDIS #123009

Oil on Canvas
12X36
$950
$S&H$30

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 the newest art installation, MILK going up at Hooked on Colfax Cafe, 3213 E. Colfax Ave.  Denver, Co 80206.  Showing January 5 through February 8, 2010.

Entitled MILK, referencing the material's original purpose, this installation resonates with previous installations by HOL SUM.

The major theme for HOL SUM's installations:  the material of the installation is a product, by-product or waste product from the environment in which the piece is installed.  The material is revised and re-purposed from its original function and appearance, then installed as a textural reference to where it is placed.

christmas in chesterfield

I spent Christmas in Chesterfield, VA, the county where I grew up.  Directly below the "D" in CHESTERFIELD, you'll see Chester.  My parents live in the middle of that town and so did I until I went to college. 

Blessings over my Grandma Kay, it's a difficult time for her right now.  Cheers to my sister and her good life and good friends.  Love to my parents leading fulfilling and strong lives in this community. 

Returning to Denver tomorrow...

The week ahead: 
1.  work on screen-printing, cutting and sewing 9 costumes for Louder Than Words Theater's dance production, Shift premiering Friday January 8th.  Tickets on sale at Hooked on Colfax Cafe! 

2. work on the site specific art installation going up at Hooked on Colfax Cafe January 4th... more information to come!

3. Snowboarding? 

4. 2010!!

Goat Rock by Mary Landis #122209

Pastel
18X24 w/frame 26X32
$900
$S&H $35
Goat rock was from a photo on the California north coast near Mendocino.
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Indian Bonnet by Mary Landis #121709

oil on canvas
22X28
$800
S&H $25
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another new york (times) minute

 Aaron Koblin’s “Flight Patterns” shows a real-time image of the aircraft flight paths over the United States.

Alice Rawsthorn writes about the digital art show at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.  I  recommend reading the article and wish the show were here for me to see on my non-traveling budget!  I've often felt awkward about digital art, but I think mostly because I use my computer mostly for what I'd call graphic design and for my art works, the computer comes in handy for making templates and precise measuring sans tedious ruler work.  I'd say it's just not my bag - I crave the physical processes of drawing, painting, printing, sculpting, sewing, etc. etc. - so my attraction to digital art has been limited.  This show, on the other hand, is greatly attractive to me and it brings to mind the digital works seen now and then (individual works, not a whole show) that have peeked my curiosity and art loving joy! 

That all sounds a bit art lover-ish.  From the perspective of an artist who makes art related to repetitive and meditative processes, the image of Aaron Koblin's work, "Flight Patterns" touches home.  If in each plane flight stretched a brilliant colored thread from departure to arrival, the representation of repetition, much like weaving weft back and forth through the warp, could be gorgeous.  (How appropriate that it is digitally represented as the consequences of this project in physical space would obviously create environmental and social problems - Christo and Jean-Claude could have told us that!).

speaking of circles

Circles of Circles on view and sale at Hooked on Colfax Cafe (E. Colfax between Steele and Adams Streets) as part of a Barista Art show there for the month of December!  The secret's out, I'm a Barista.  All of the proceeds from sales at the show support the smiling faces and growling tummies of your favorite caffeine dealer.  I easily assume you would consider any of us your favorite, even if it's your first time at Hooked.  Come on out.  7pm onward.

But speaking of circles, the New York Times' Natalie Angier wrote an article about the The Circular Logic of the Universe. She specifically mentions the art of Vasily Kandinsky, a wizard of circles, now on view at the Guggenheim (how appropriate).

Several Circles   Vasily Kandinsky 1926
(this image belongs to the NYT co.)

winter wear

This winter is loaded with projects!  One of which, the winter dress, wearable as a jacket.  Soft wool with a smooth polyester lining. Tabs and buttons down the front, fold over, stand-up cowl neck, empire waste and cap sleeves.  Light sweaters fit under it and coats fit over it.  Leggings, tights or jeans... layer it up!  We love dresses and we want to be warm in the winter;  these are not mutually exclusive factors of fashion.

An Unseen Stranger by Mary Landis #112909

Oil on Canvas
8X24
$300
S&H $25

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current

Circle of Circles.  A simple template of circles that I'm filling repeatedly with the classic rainbow pencil - 4 color lead; red, yellow, green and blue.  Each composition is dependent upon the amount of each color in the pencils' irregular lead and however the pencil is sharpened.

circle of circles 4
Lyra 4-color pencil on paper

Flock to get Hooked

 Bomb it.  The newest art installation:  a legal stencil.

 Commissioned by Hooked on Colfax Cafe (3213 E. Colfax Ave.) owners Scott and Malissa Spero, this new flock joins the neighborhood hooked on the warmth and affection of the baristas and coffee.

happy birthday to my sister and to me

I didn't put this post up on my birthday because... well, I had to send Erin's gift to her before I could exploit it on my blog! So, back to some of my drawing roots, I made a drawing for my twin sister that (I think) speaks to her soul (and frankly speaks to mine too).

Erin's always had a fondness for the complex and beautiful celtic knots, so I bit the bullet and figured one out. Saturn finds a place in the work because we're 28 this year - Saturn's orbit is 28 years long. So, here we are again, Erin - two fish swimming to find our place in the world; two birds in free flight toward the stars. I should mention that Erin always loved raccoons when we were children, so inevitably, I love them too. The curious face, turns to see what is.

OLD FASHIONED SLEIGH RIDE BY MARY LANDIS #111409

Oil on Board
11x14
$275
S&H $15

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Shipwreck Bay, Kauai by Mary Landis #110909

Oil on Canvas
16X20
$900
S&H $25
Shipwreck Bay is located on the south side of the island of Kauai, Hawaii. Kauai is one of my favorite vacation spots and I never tire of it's tropical beauty which has been inspiring for several paintings. I'm eager to return.

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FIRST SNOW IN MUELLER STATE PARK BY MARY LANDIS #103009

Oil on canvas
8X10
$150
S&H $12
This was the first significant snowfall at Mueller State Park. No holiday lights needed here; when the sun was shining on these beautiful snow covered pines there were mulitple hues of color everwhere.
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Winter Juncos by Mary Landis #102209

Oil on gessoed board
9X12
$150
S&h $12

As winter is approaching, so are the juncos returning. Here with our first snow, the juncos are puffed up and nestled into their feather armor as they ward off the cold weather. It's always a joy to see what is feasting at our bird feeder just outside the kitchen window.

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souvenir

While in Barcelona, one of my favorite things about European cities, we happened on many specialty shops - anywhere from chocolate to leather. So, we stopped into said leather shop and had some belts made while we waited. There were more than 100 kinds of belt leather to choose from, so we took advantage of the opportunity. While waiting, I found the box of scraps! What a jackpot for the seasoned thrift artist. Granted, I like finding and using nice, more expensive materials, but reality check: I'm creative, raw material is available, hardly any money required, AND I had an idea almost instantly for how to use some of the stuff in the box. Most of the scraps were nice material in scrap-disguise, what a score! a large-ish scrap of fuchsia dyed leather becomes a souvenir for my student and friend, Kali. She brought me back the coolest bottle opener from Turkey. The least I could do was give her a gift up to par! Hand-cut, lace-like, necklace -

Bologna and Barcelona trip 2009

We were hosted in Bologna for one week and then traveled to Barcelona for some free-wheelin' travel! I hope you'll take some minutes to look at the photos of the places we went, food we enjoyed, and moments we hope to remember while traveling. head to Flickr and see the images larger if you like.

These are our photos from Barcelona, I'm just now realizing that our photos are in reverse order from the trip... Bologna was first, then Barcelona. Eh, what the hey. I'm sure you get the idea: the trip was inspiring to say the least!

This is my collection of graffiti photos from Bologna and Venice, Italy as well as Barcelona, Spain. Graffiti: so important.

at Cersaie (International exhibition of ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings) We were here because Christian Butler (my partner) and Michael Johnson (his mentor) both received awards from the Ceramic Tiles of Italy group and hosted us for a week overlapping the conference dates. Here, pictures of the exhibit with our work and images of Michael speaking. Also, images some pieces in the show we thought to photograph.

See Christian and Rebecca in Bologna, Italy.

Study of Black-Haired Girl #3 by Mary landis #101209

oil on board
9X12
$75
S&H $12
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Study of Black-Haired Girl #2 by Mary Landis #100909

Oil on board
9X12
$75
S&H $12
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Study of Black-Haired Girl by Mary Landis #100809

Oil on board
9X12
$75
S&H $12
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OLD YELLER BY MARY LANDIS #093009

OIL ON CANVAS
8x10
$100
s&h $12
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City Scape #2 by Mary Landis #092709

Oil on canvas
12X16
$280
S&H $20
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City Scape #1 by Mary Landis #092309

oil on board
9X12
$150
S&H $11
CITY SCAPE #1
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Sarah and Aaron are getting married!

SARAH WRIGHT AND AARON VOSKULL, I LOVES YOU! Here you see Sarah's wedding dress:
I've been fretting over this dress, but it seems unnecessarily as it turned out lovely! Thanks to Sarah for giving me another opportunity to challenge myself and show you how much I appreciate you. I hope your day is as lovely as we all would dream of. Christian and I leave for Italy and Spain on Saturday!!! I've been working to complete many projects before departure. It's best to be free from home when traveling.

We'll be in Bologna for a week and then Barcelona for another week. I'm an open cup and ready to be filled with the beautiful art, architecture, food and culture of these cities!

Malissa in her dress

...maybe we'll have a full body image sometime, but here's sweet Malissa in her dress made for a wedding she attended in Hawaii!

Canadian Reflections by Mary Landis #091309

Oil on Canvas
9X12
$150
$S&H $11
I'm naturally drawn to tranquil mountain scenes and this is an exquisite example.To see more of my artwork you may visit my website at www.marylandis.com www.marylandis.blogspot.com
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What is contemporary art and do we know it when we see it?

What does it mean to us to go see art?
Do we know what we intend to do?
Do we think about receiving the work and looking into the work?
Are we willing to be confused and affected by mystery?
Can we expose ourselves to the indefinable sensations art can induce?


The popular art show at museums across the nation is one that is just that, popular. Holland Cotter, in the New York Times article, Top of the Wish List: No More Blockbusters, points us toward smaller, manageable, more accessible exhibitions. In this scenario, the art may be more visible as the viewer may not have to bring his mind past the grandiose idea of being in the same room with a celebrity.

food and dresses

These days, clothes and food have really taken center stage. I wonder when I'll be drawing again? Soon I hope.
This past week, I've been making pasta. I've been cooking in our tangine (Thanks Lara and Grant, I love it.), and of course, designing and making dresses. This purple and turquoise, corduroy jumper is for my lovely friend Ruby Elizabeth Sutherlin-Sovern. Happy Birthday to Ruby! She's Seven. This is her new dress from Hol Sum. How fun to deviate from the formal and grown-up needs for clothing. I love these singing bird pockets for keeping keepsakes.

Wind River by Mary Landis #91009

Oil on linen
8X10
$100
S&H $11
One of many small lakes in the Wind River area in Wyoming.
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