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Stop by Sage Bird Ciderworks to enjoy our North Wing Gallery, a professional gallery that includes an ever-changing collection of artwork that rotates monthly.-SEPTEMBER-
"Moon. Tower. VIII Cups," Oil and Charcoal on Canvas by Ryan Styer Arnold
Gallery Opening Details
-Friday 9/6, Art Opening & Artist Reception 5-8pm (taproom open 3pm-12am)
-Artist Meet-and-Greet
-Charcuterie fixin's available complimentary in the North Wing
-Live Original Music inspired by the gallery by Ben Bailey, 5-8pm
-Karaoke following, around 8pm-12am
Artist Statement
Moon. Tower. VIII Cups is a new series by artist Ryan Styer Arnold exploring storytelling through the medium of painting. The works draw inspiration from the acts of displacement during the founding of Shenandoah National park as well as the symbolism of the Tarot. The three title works of the show have original music by Harrisonburg musician Ben Bailey.
-OCTOBER-
Gallery Opening Details
-Friday 10/4, Art Opening & Artist Reception 5-8pm (taproom open 3pm-12am)
-Artist Meet-and-Greet
-Charcuterie fixin's available complimentary in the North Wing
-Live Music 5:30-7:30, Andy Wildermuth will be playing improv piano in the style of avant-garde jazz, based on colors and shapes.
-Karaoke following, around 8pm-12am
"A Quintet of Quartets"
A Collection of Artwork by Kendra and Izzy Matter
KENDRA MATTER
After taking part in Sage Bird’s postcard show last fall, I thought I would take a deeper dive into creating art more intentionally. This show is a collection of various pieces I have made in between the many events of a full life. These pieces are just a few examples of the many places and everyday things I envision in a drawing or painting as I observe color, light, and shadows. While I can finish a pencil drawing in a sitting or two, the oil paintings can take multiple sittings over many weeks or months to complete. I often know how a finished sketch will look, but the canvas takes on a life of its own throughout the process of walking away and returning to it. I am looking forward to stretching myself to continually create as an artist.
I have called Harrisonburg home since I graduated from JMU with a degree in art and art history, just a few years back! I teach by day and enjoy conversations on the porch with friends or heading out and about downtown. I am thankful for the support from my husband and three children in my recent artistic endeavors. It has been fun putting together this show with my daughter!
A few pieces in the show were made by request, I’d love to create a piece on commission for you! If you are interested in commissions, or purchasing original pieces (or prints) please send your requests to [email protected].
ISABEL MATTER
I wanted this series to be a reflection of my mind and how I see the world. The colors are bright and fun because those are always the colors I am drawn to and surround myself with in my art. The lines are never perfect and nothing is ever symmetrical because I am not a perfectionist and I love to find beauty in imperfections. This series is very exciting for me, it is the first time that I have felt as though everything is in my art style.
I am a senior at Harrisonburg High School and a student in the Fine Arts Academy. I love to create random things that pop into my head and I am always trying new media. I spend a lot of my free time hanging out with friends and going to house shows.
If you are interested in buying any of my work please contact me at [email protected]
We hope you enjoy the show!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sage Bird Ciderworks, 325 N Liberty St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802-3913, United States,Harrisonburg, Virginia
