Art Lovers - Listen Up!

Shayna & Clancy announce Artist in Residence at Gallery One

Ever since man first painted on the walls of his cave, others have looked on in admiration, wondering the same thing: “How does he DO that?”

Now you can see for yourself! As Gallery One’s Official “Patrons of the Arfs,” Shayna and I are THRILLED to tell you about a new program our folks have just announced − Gallery One’s “Artist in Residence” Program.

You are warmly invited (and nobody’s warmer than us) to experience the thrill of watching a noted artist as she creates her newest masterpiece beginning on Saturday, September 27 from 1 until 3 p.m. This marks the latest in the series of special community events that our folks are sponsoring to thank you as we celebrate Gallery One’s 40th Anniversary. Periodically, noted artists will be setting up shop inside Gallery One so that you, your family and friends can watch and ask questions as they work.

As you know, we’ve hosted hundreds of artist shows over the years where you’ve met some of the world’s greatest contemporary artists. You’ve seen their finished artwork, but NOW you’ll have the chance to be a part of the creative process! We want to make art fun, enjoyable and accessible for as many people as possible. That’s why this program is a fabulous opportunity for art lovers, art students and aspiring artists. You’ll learn more about art as well as the techniques of the artists whom we feature.

Best of all, this event is FREE and open to the public. (Teachers with large groups of students are asked to call Gallery One in advance: 800-621-1141.) We’re located at 7003 Center Street (between Rtes. 2 and 90). Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday or by appointment. We’re a family-friendly gallery, wheel chair accessible with lots of free parking. Call us at 440-255-1200 for more information.

Clancy & Shayna

Greatness with A Brush: Artist Dean Morrissey

Have you ever been spellbound by a work of art and wondered what the artist was like? At Gallery Giclées™, artists are like family, and we’d like you and your clients to get to know ours better. So, from time to time, we thought we’d share some artist information — what they like, what they think, what they do when not chained to their easels — that you can pass it on to your clients. Casual conversation often leads to art sales, so read on! Dean Morrissey Art GG:  When did you first know that you were destined to be an artist? Dean:  My first illustration was a black-and-white interior illustration for a small pulp science fiction book titled Galileo. I worked for weeks on this drawing. When I finally turned it in, the editor gave me $10. That’s when I knew I was hooked on art. GG:  What is your preferred medium with which to paint and why is it your favorite? Dean:  I paint in the traditional method of oil on canvas. The oil paint delivers fat, warm colors and the luxury of time. GG:  What do you hope that people will discover in your work? Dean:  I hope that people will see in my pictures a bit of the joy I found in making them. GG:  Describe your favorite childhood memory. Dean:  Playing football one day when I was 8 years old, I lined up against a giant kid who looked like a full-grown man. He was telling me he was about to run me over. The ball was snapped; I dove for his ankles and squeezed as hard as I could. His shadow seemed to block the sun as he came down like a redwood tree, landing on top of me. I was walking on air for a week. After that, the kid nodded to me whenever we crossed in the hall at school. GG:  What’s your favorite pastime (other than painting)? Dean:  I played in a blues band for 20 years; had a ball. But bringing my son up tops them all. Watch for future installments on the amazing artists from Gallery Giclées™.