1999 Exhibition Schedule
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1999 Exhibition Schedule |
Mary and Rev. Alfred Shands Gallery |
| Master Makers: Ron Isaacs January 13 - February 27 Opening Reception - January 13, 1999 |
With gallery representation in New York and works in major private and public collections, Ron Isaacs is one of Kentucky's best know artists. His trompe l'oeil works are masterpieces of illusion and highlight his exquisite control over both materials and colors. |
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| Horsin' Around March 10 - May 2 Opening Reception - March 10, 1999 |
Horses are an inextricable part of the life,
legend and lore of Kentucky - from early days of frontier settlement to the annual
celebrations associated with the Kentucky Derby and the run for the roses. Horsin' Around
will be an exhibition that celebrates the equestrian spirit of the Commonwealth through
creative artistic expression. We will be inviting artists to create functional and
decorative works of art. Horsin' Around will be a fun-filled, extravaganza, worthy of the Bluegrass State. |
| 15 Years on Main Street: Kentucky Crafts
1984 - 1999 May 12 - July 10 Opening Reception - May 12, 1999 |
An exhibition that celebrates fifteen years of exhibitions at KACF. In addition, we use the exhibition to launch the development of our permanent collection. Invite previous curators to submit their choice of works and artists representative of our history as well as being appropriate for possible acquisition into the permanent collection |  |
| Explorations In Metal July 21 - September 4 Opening Reception - July 21, 1999 |
From the earliest days of the village smithy, metalwork, both functional and decorative, has been an integral part of Kentucky's art and craft heritage. Whether using hammer and forge or pliers and blade, whether employing gold and silver or iron and steel, there is a wealth of talent among the current generation of craft artists in the state making jewelry, furniture, vessels, sculpture and creating architectural works. |
| Kentucky African American Folk Artists September 15 - October 30 Opening Reception - September 15, 1999 |
A touring exhibition organized by the Kentucky Folk Art Center, Inc. Features work by eight artists: Joan Dance, Marvin Finn, Willie Masey, Mark Anthony Mulligan, Helen LaFrance Orr, Willie Rascoe, Charles Williams and Lavon Williams. |
| Holidazzle: National Silver
Invitational November 10 - January 8 Opening Reception - November 10, 1999 |
Holidazzle will be a national showcase of the exciting and innovative work being produced by metal smiths currently working. We will include both functional and decorative works, from one-of-kind tea-pots, ewers, bowls, candelabra, platters, to production jewelry and accessories. |  |
Downstairs Gallery |
| Tiles and Basins January 6 - February 20 Opening Reception - Wednesday - January 13, 1999 |
The work of artists and artisans embellishes and enhances our living spaces, both in functional and decorative ways. We have asked artists to create decorative tiles, for use around fireplaces, in entry halls, kitchens and bathrooms. In addition, we have challenged ceramic and glass artists to make basins and sinks, special one-of-a-kind works of art. |
| Yergre Andre
Kymber
Henson - Ceramics & Fiber March 3 - April 25 Opening Reception - March 10, 1999 |
Kymber Henson, from northern Kentucky, uses block printing, resist-painting with gutta and cold wax, direct painting with dyes and pigments on silk, rayon and silk blends. She has twice exhibited work at the American Craft Museum and regularly shows her art at Galleries in Massachusetts and New York. |
| Kentucky's Best: New Works from Old
Friends May 5 - July 3 Opening Reception - May 10, 1999 |
In celebration of our 15 year history on Main Street, we have mounted a retrospective exhibition of works that have featured in past exhibitions. To compliment this exhibition, New Works from Old Friends will feature a select number of artists from past exhibitions whom we have invited to create special new works for sale. Some of the artists included will be : Rude Osolnik, Wayne Ferguson, Tom Pfannerstill, Laura Ross, Alma Lesch, Arturo Sandoval, Marvin Finn, Tim Hall and Ron King. |
| Bourbon Bottles July 14 - August 28 Opening Reception - July 21, 1999 |
Distilling is one of the arts of Kentucky and to compliment the process we have challenged ceramic and glass artists to create vessels in which to store and from which to dispense bourbon, reflecting their own unique and creative styles of working. |
| Greg Williams - Wood September 8 - October 23 Opening Reception - September 15, 1999 |
Greg Williams is a craftsman whose work graces the desks, sideboards, dressers and vanities of people across the country. Best know for his beautifully details and finished functional boxes, Williams also creates unique pieces of furniture from his studio in southern Kentucky. |
| Kentucky Jewelry November 3 - January 1, 2000 Opening Reception - November 10, 1999 |
Jewelers in Kentucky are inventive and active, working in silver, gold, semiprecious and non-precious metals and other materials. We have invited artists to create works in a wide range of styles and prices to suit all tastes and pocketbooks. |