Archive for February, 2010
Typo: Words and Pictures, Friday 02.26.2010 @ OKCCOCO
Birdhouse (In Your Soul), acrylic on masonite. Click image to view source.
This Friday night, come on down to the okcCoCo and see the group show Typo: Words and Pictures.
When: Friday 02.26.2010, 7-10 pm.
Where: Oklahoma City Coworking Collaborative, 723 N Hudson Ave (map link)
Who: Marilyn Artus, Sarah Atlee, Bryan Dahlvang, Kris Kanaly, Christopher Lee, romy owens, Josh Reynolds, and Cassie Stover.
&c: Light refreshments will be served. Family-friendly, free.
Erin K. is interviewing some of the artists in the show, and I thought I’d share some more detail by answering her questions here.
What is the purpose of this exhibit?
Typo is a group invitational exhibit exploring the collision of text and imagery in two-dimensional art. I put out a call to artists asking for work incorporating hand lettering, graffiti, advertising, typographic design, or any other combination of words and pictures. What we got is work in a variety of media, approaching this idea from many different angles. This show is at the Oklahoma City Coworking Collaborative, at 723 N Hudson in downtown OKC, through the end of February.
Why are you participating in this particular exhibit?
I wanted to put together a group show for the okcCoCo’s unique, vibrant space. This is a place where freelancers, entrepreneurs, and other creative professionals come to work and share ideas. Showing art here adds to the lively dialogue among creative thinkers in central Oklahoma.
Was your piece created specifically for the show or is this part of your creative style?
I have been interested in lettering as a visual tool for most of my life, so I often incorporate text into my paintings. The two works that I put into the show, Undies and Birdhouse, are from 2005 and 2007, respectively.
I love how when letters are added to a visual composition, they become a visual element in addition to conveying meaning through language. To emphasize this transition, I often paint text in a way that is intentionally unreadable. I hope viewers will appreciate the letterforms as much as the other shapes and textures in the work. Plus, if someone is trying to “read” my painting, then they’ll stand in front of it for just a little longer than usual.
Why do you think people should attend this exhibit?
People who come to this show will not only enjoy the work by some of my favorite local artists, but also learn about the okcCoCo and all the great things we have to offer here. (Folks can also learn more at www.okccoco.com)
Studio Spaces for Rent in Downtown Norman
These loft studio spaces are located in the middle of Norman’s designated Arts District, on the second floor at 123 E. Main. The 123 Main Studios are located in the middle of the oldest block of historic downtown Norman and are close to local restaurants, specialty retail shops and entertainment areas. All loft studios have front and rear walk-up access as well as elevator access. The common use areas include restrooms, entry hallway with intercom front door control, elevator access and limited rear parking. All utilities are included in the rental price, including electricity, water, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, fire safety monitoring and elevator service. Each studio has a sink workspace and cleanup area. Spaces should be ready at the end of February 2010. A security deposit of one month’s rent is required.
Studio locations:
1. West street front 385 sq. ft. $500/mo [rented]
2. SE corner street front 485 sq. ft. $650/mo [rented]
3. Middle East #1 370 sq. ft. $400/mo
4. Middle East #2 315 sq. ft $300/mo
5. NE corner rear 345 sq. ft. $400/mo
6. NW corner rear 440 sq. ft. $500/mo [rented]
7. Middle West 305 sq. ft. $300/mo
Contact Gary Clinton for more information: gclinton1 at cox dot net.
Dr. Sketchy’s OKC Sunday, 2010.02.21
Tonight’s session will feature Daphne Chardonnay and the Red Hot Mannequins.
4 models, 2 stages, live body painting, drawing contests, prizes, cash bar & great music, ‘nough said!
Join us at IAO’s beautiful new space, 706 W Sheridan in downtown OKC.
I’m Nominated for an Okie Blog Award!
Carl Sandburg: Crimson, prismacolor in altered book, 2009 by Sarah Atlee. Click image to view source.
It’s a cliche, but I’m honored just to be nominated. Some of my favoite blogs are also up for awards, like Debby Kaspari’s Drawing the Motmot and OVAC’s excellent blog. Vote by February 14!