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"Untitled (Heads)" by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; (c) Amy Guidry 2010
One of my most recent works has found a new home already. My painting, "Untitled (Heads)," sold while at Wally Workman Gallery's 30th Anniversary exhibit in Austin. The show is still up, so if you've missed it (or would like to go again!) there is still time to see it. The exhibit ends September 4th and gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10-5. I should also mention that two more of my recent works are also in this exhibit- "The Wild West" and "Survival of the Fittest." So if you're in the area, be sure to get a look at these in person since photos can never do the art justice. For more information, visit www.WallyWorkmanGallery.com. And if you would like to see my entire portfolio, visit www.AmyGuidry.com.
Goings On
"Untitled (Heads)" by Amy Guidry; (c) Amy Guidry 2010
Many probably view summer as a time for a break... eventually I may get to that point. I've been switching gears from one show to the next and have a few blog appearances. And I've sold two older works that were the "last of their kind," so to speak. If you've been following along, you may recall that I've just wrapped up a show with the Schepis Museum. I have three more events coming up, though, and they are right around the corner. First, my work will be in the 2010 Art Melt in Baton Rouge, LA at the Louisiana State Museum (July 15th is the Preview show). Next up is the 30th Anniversary Exhibition at Wally Workman Gallery in Austin, TX (August 7th from 6-8pm). Then I will have work in the "Hot August Night" event at The Oak Street Gallery in Hammond, LA (August 20th from 6-10pm).
My work has recently been featured on several blogs and I recently did an interview for Innsmouth Free Press which will be up in August. Check out my work on Chainsaws and Jelly at http://www.chainsawsandjelly.com/2010/06/artist-amy-guidry.html and on One Surrealist a Day at http://onesurrealistaday.com/page/85 and Don't Panic at http://sputniked.tumblr.com/post/704226904/untitled-heads. And be sure to check out my work on my website at www.AmyGuidry.com.
August in Austin
Detail shot of work in progress by Amy Guidry; (c) Amy Guidry 2010
I always enjoy my visits to Austin, Texas since there's so much to do and so much to look at- it's absolutely beautiful. And it just so happens that I am represented by one of their great galleries- Wally Workman Gallery. So this August, I will be in Austin for Wally Workman's 30th Anniversary show. This will be a huge show, so it's a good thing the gallery is large itself. All of the represented artists will be showing several new works. Add that up and it's colossal. And let's not forget- thirty years! This speaks volumes in the art world where- unfortunately- many galleries don't make it two years, much less thirty. So in celebration, Wally Workman Gallery is having a show preview on August 5th in conjunction with First Thursday Artwalk. The blowout party and opening reception will be held August 7th from 6-8pm. And if you can't make either of those evenings (or both!), the exhibit will be up through August 28th.
As for me, I have been toiling away on a new piece to submit for the show. It's 3 feet long, so this is one of the biggest pieces I've done in this latest series of work. I have included a sneak peek- just a small portion of the painting. It's not the best photo either since I took it myself. Haha. But it gives the basic idea... and of course I will be posting the painting in its entirety once it's officially finished. So in the meantime, if you'd like to see more of my work, be sure to visit www.AmyGuidry.com.
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Evolving
I'm happy to say that two of my paintings have sold over the past week. That's one thing about holiday shopping that I don't mind. It goes without saying, but art is an original and personal gift, so I'm always delighted when someone wants to give one of my creations to their loved ones. That said, my painting, "Evolving" is now going to make someone's Christmas merry. If you are unfamiliar, "Evolving" is from my New Realm series, which you can view in its entirety at www.AmyGuidry.com.
"Food or Pet? How Do You Decide?" by Amy Guidry
And if you read my blog often, you will be more than familiar with this painting- "Food or Pet? How Do You Decide?" This piece is currently in the "Feast" exhibition at Wally Workman Gallery in Austin (you may recall me mentioning it...). It sold just the other day, though it may or may not be a gift. Could be a gift to one's self... This painting comes from my social commentary series, which is also on my website.
So with that said, I'm off to take care of my own holiday errands. (And get some new photos of my next painting...so be sure to check back.)
Forgot to Mention…
![\"Food or Pet? How Do You Decide\" by Amy Guidry, Feast postcard invitation](http://www.artistcommentary.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/card-copy.jpg "\\"Food or Pet? How Do You Decide\\" by Amy Guidry, Feast postcard invitation")
I'm excited to announce that in addition to the upcoming exhibition at Wally Workman Gallery, my painting "Food or Pet? How Do You Decide?" has been selected for the show invitation! So if you happen to be on the gallery mailing list, be on the lookout. As a reminder, "Feast" opens on December 5th from 6-8pm at Wally Workman Gallery in Austin, TX.
Two Exhibits, One Day
In addition, I will be participating in an art auction during Le Feu et l'Eau Rural Arts Celebration. Also known as the Fire and Water Festival (don't worry, I'm not Cajun, either...don't ask me to pronounce any of that). The Fire and Water Festival has a "warmup" event on December 4th from 7-11pm. The schedule has not been announced yet, but I can tell you it will most certainly involve lots of live music and lots of food and alcohol. It's a festival, right? The actual event and auction will take place on December 5th from 11am-11pm.
So if you'll be in Austin, TX, be sure to check out Wally Workman's exhibit. And if you'e in Arnaudville, LA, check out the Fire and Water Festival. And if you're able to teleport, do both. And if you can't make it to either one, there's always www.AmyGuidry.com