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About The daily Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1961-current | View Entire Issue (Sept. 8, 2016)
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 // 9 Continued from Pg. 8 Things Are” by Diane Jackson and Charlotte Bruhn, featuring new acrylic paintings by Bruhn and paper mache animals by Jackson. Bruhn, a ceramic artist, explores new territory with large acrylic paintings inspired by a love of animals and a caustic life view. Jackson, a collage artist, continues her interest in paper mache with a collection of new whimsical animals, hand built and hand painted. The menagerie art show will act as an introduction to the unveiling of Luminari Art’s recent expansion, which includes a larger inventory of cards, journals, eclectic gifts, funky jewelry and outsider art. Enjoy live music and refreshments. Charlotte Bruhn, left, and Diane Jackson will present the collaborative show “Where the Wild Things Are” at Luminari Arts, featuring paintings and paper mache animals. “Cloudline” by Diane Kingzett at Imogen. Heidi Stanley from Portland posed as Lisa Ackerman’s model for “The Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)” oil painting. See it and more at Prana Well- ness Center. 8. Forsythea 1124 Commercial St. A small group of new paintings by Stephen of Salem will be on display. The artist had a long career in advertising and now spends his days painting for the shear joy of it. 9. Adagio 1174 Commercial St. On display are antique African masks and Japanese woodblock prints from the Shin-Hanga and Sosaku-Hanga periods. The collection of “wearable art” includes vintage Japanese silk haori, creations in Tencel by Barbara Hall; painted silks by Kavita; and handmade lora-dyed silk scarves by Brianna Lichnovsky. “As Above, So Below” by Diane Kingzett at Imogen. 10. AVA a-i-r Studio 80 11th St. (upstairs) Astoria Visual Arts artist-in-resi- dence Erika Hawkins will have some of her color-saturated paintings on display and for sale. She will also be painting throughout the evening. Hawkins’ current focus is luid paint- ing, in which the paint is able to react, change and take shape with minimal guidance. The results are dramatic. “Astoria Barges” by Stephen at Forsythea. “Last Enslaved Man” by Charles Schweigert at River- Sea Gallery. Advocates for children in the state foster care system. shopper in Antwerp, Belgium, the diamond capital of the world. 11. Prana Wellness Center 1428 Commercial St. Featured local artist Lisa Ackerman will share her oil painting series “Chakras In Balance” depicting the essence of each major chakra in the female form with related, surreal and sublime sym- bols. Paintings are accompanied by haikus by Catherine Meyers and music by Larkin Stentz. Ten percent of all proceeds will benefit Clatsop County’s Court Appointed Special “Heading Out at Dawn” by Phyllis Taylor at Tempo Gallery. SUBMITTED PHOTOS SUPPORTING PARTICIPANTS 12. In the Boudoir 1004 Commercial St. Envelop your senses with ine linens, lotions, soaps and home decor. 13. Cargo 240 11th St. Find handmade clothing and other items from around the globe. 14. Salon Vervé 1110 Commercial St. Pastry chef Terri Meriwether will present a display of artisan cakes. Enjoy samples of cakes and French macaroons. 15. Holly McHone Jewelers 1150 Commercial St. Holly McHone Jewelers creates custom jewelry. Create something new with your own gemstone, or ind out how Holly can be your personal 16. Muse Beauty Bar 1168 Commercial St., Suite 206 The moon has always been an enormous influence on Briony Kendall Staley’s photography and creative path, which led to the inspiration for her September themed “Celestial Photo Booth.” Head to Muse Beauty Bar (upstairs in the historic Copeland building) “Contemplation” by Robert Paulmenn at RiverSea. for an enchanting evening of moon-energized photography. Original photography work will be on display, along with prints and cards available for purchase. 17. Maiden Astoria 255 14th St. Stop by for refreshments and look at local and regionally made goods. 18. Chariot Spirit + Home 1423 Commercial St. “The Connor Foss at Dock” by Phyllis Taylor at Tempo Gal- lery. 19. Museum of Whimsy 1215 Duane St. The Museum of Whimsy will be showing whimsical, playful, fanciful and odd curiosities dating from the 1800s through today. Admission is free during art walk only. 20. WineKraft 80 10th St. WineKraft features art by six local artists. Hear live bluegrass music by Randy Weiss and a guest at 7 p.m.
