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Tribe Report June 6, 2007Martin de Vore  "Like a Roar in the Distance, in Moonlight Carved Out of Steel...." Mitch Ciphers This edition of the Tribe Report comes out on June 6. June 6 is the date of D-Day, the invasion of Europe in World War II. The code name for D-Day was "Overlord." The Overlord Mitch Cohen is the owner of ArtValet, which hosts the Tribe Report. So there you are! Now, back to the present.... Coming Up.... Opposites Attract Yes, opposites can attract. My love life is a living testament to that theory. However, in this case, Opposites Attract is a show illustrating the result of what happens when divergent artists and styles converge to produce a unique artistic experience. Two of Houston's most talented artists, Ray Phillips and Allan Rodewald, will be displaying their work together in an ground-breaking exhibition from 7-9 p.m. on June 14 at Mind Puddles Gallery. Ray Phillips' artistic endeavors throughout his career are layered into his work and help the viewer become immersed in his paintings. The complexities and subtle nuances pull the individual around within the work and lead them on a journey of self-discovery. Ray's works are highly sought after and collectors around the country wait with anticipation for new works to be released. This is an excellent opportunity to become one of those collectors. American abstract painter and mural artist Allan Rodewald is a staple of the Houston art community. Described as an artist who is "stretching the boundaries of abstract art," Allan paints his highly-prized abstract art on canvas or aluminum sheet metal at his Expressive Design Studios. Works in progress are not mounted on frames, but are stretched taunt on his studio walls allowing Allan to move from one piece to the next as the inspiration comes. Both artists are constantly exploring new ways to push the artistic envelope. Come see for yourself at this must-see exhibition. Mind Puddles Gallery is located at 2305 Dunlavy. For more information about Mind Puddles' events, hours of operation or upcoming exhibitions, call (713) 529-6463 or check out the Web site at http://www.mindpuddles.com/. For more information about Ray Phillips, current projects at Phillips Art or future exhibitions, call (281) 974-5377 or visit the Web site at http://www.rayphillips.com. To learn more about Allan Rodewald or his Expressive Design Studios, visit his Web site at http://www.allanrodewald.com/ or call (713) 988-5570. Out the Wazoo! Yes indeed. It's been about half a year. Here are links to a few places that you may find of use. Organizations and Opportunities
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Currently On View.... The Texture of Memories Currently on view at Ggallery through June 25 is The Texture of Memories by photographer Simon El Hage Lisha. A 35-year retrospective, this show (which runs ) features "30 spectacular images that capture the journey from his birthplace in northern Lebanon, through the mystical mountains of Mexico, to the captivating colors of Texas." For more information, check out the Ggallery Web site at http://www.ggalleryhouston.com or e-mail Wayne Gilbert at wayne@digimag.com. Or, you could call (713) 869-4770. Ggallery is located at 301 11th Street in The Heights. Jerry-Rigged Co-Op Piotr Chizinski's Jerry-Rigged Co-Op is on display through July 1 at Redbud Gallery, located at 303 E. 11th St. in The Heights. Gallery hours are from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday or by appointment. For more information, please call Gus Kopriva at (713) 862-2532 or e-mail him at gakopriva@aol.com. Tjukurrpa Currently on view at Booker-Lowe Gallery through Thursday, July 12, is Tjukurrpa: Aboriginal Paintings of the Dreamtime. The exhibit showcases new works from Ikuntji. Ikuntji, the land “where the creeks cross,” is nestled within Australia’s spectacular West MacDonnell mountains. The colors of the landscape evolve with the changing light – pastel sunrises fade to white-hot afternoons punctuated with bright green grasses and vivid wildflowers. The coral sun sets dramatically against cerulean skies and purple-tinged peaks. Here, in a small tin building with a paint-spattered concrete floor, women artists gather to translate the color-drenched landscape and their ancient Dreamings, or creation myths, into abstract paintings collected by contemporary art lovers worldwide. Among the “stars” from Ikuntji are Anmanari Napanangka, Molly Napaltjarri Jugadai, Linda Napurulla Ngitjanka, Eunice Napanangka Jack, Tilly Napaltjarri, Daisy Napaltjarri Jugadai, and Alice Nampitjinpa. All are masters of color and pattern, as well as custodians of important Dreamings from their ancestral country, and Booker-Lowe Gallery is pleased to present this collection of their new work. Additionally, Booker-Lowe Gallery is featuring a special mini-exhibition of new abstract paintings by Barbara Weir Petyarre. For more information, contact Karen Rezai at (713) 880-1541, e-mail bookerlowegalleryart@houston.rr.com or visit the Web site at http://www.bookerlowegallery.com. Booker-Lowe Gallery is located at 4623 Feagan Street in Houston. Tribal Drums The drums have picked up this week. Unlike my apartment which I haven't picked up in a month. From The Overlord Mitch Cohen: White Linen Night in the Heights is coming up fast on August 4. The art market is already sold out. I am getting requests from businesses that would like to host an artists reception for their event. Please contact me at hey@artvalet.com if you are interested in being a featured artist at a business location. Last year this event drew almost 15,000 people! Not bad for a first time out eh? More information is available on the Web at www.whitelinennightheights.com - Mitch From Suzanne Banning: Hi! Andrea Karnes selected three of my pieces for the Texas Visual Arts Association's 2007 National at the Irving Arts Center in the Dallas area. Andrea Karnes is Curator of Modern Art at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. The opening reception, that I will be attending, will be next Sunday, June 10, from 2-5 p.m. The show runs through July 8. The location is at the Irving Arts Center, 3333 North Macarthur Boulevard, Irving, TX 75062. For more information, visit the Web site at http://www.irvingartscenter.com or my Web site at http://www.suzannebanning.com . My best and hope to see you at the opening. From Marie Weichman: Hey -- if you know of anyone that fits the bill, please pass this along. Needed: Musicians with a record. We need a group or musician who has done some time in a Texas county or city jail. Why? Because we are the Texas Jail Project and want people with experience in our field! We're planning a musical benefit in the middle of August, in Austin, where it will be plenty hot, but we plan on having AC and liquid refreshment. Texas activist Diane Wilson, former inmate and co-founder of the group, will speak along with another former inmate and a current poet. Please consider playing in exchange for a great T-shirt and a chance to change Texas jails. And please spread the word to other musicians. E-mail diana@texasjailproject.org. Thanks! Marie From Alex Wilhite: Hey there! I'm writing to inform you that there are open art studios at the Winter Street Studios on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 2 to 6 pm. Come by and see for yourselves! Come to Winter Street Studios at 2101 Winter Street, Houston, Texas 77007. From Christian Perkins: Please note that the group show at The Shrine I told you I was in on July 5 has changed to July 6. From Richard Varela: The June Second Saturday at Winter Street Studios will be June 9, 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Many of the artists will open their studios to the public for an opportunity to meet and visit while enjoying the many different art media being produced at Winter St. A large red dot on or near the studio doors will identify participating artists. The address is 2101 Winter St, between I-10 and Washington, just east of Sawyer. For a map, see http://www.winterstreetstudios.net From Maria Moss: On Friday, June 8, head over to the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art to see Bert Jansch, with special guest, Jana Hunter! Here are five reasons why you shouldn’t miss this performance (besides the fact that we ALL love Jana Hunter!):
The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Orange Show, 2401 Munger Street, Houston, TX 77023. Tickets are going fast so get yours soon! You may buy tickets online at http://www.yourtexasmusic.com/bert_jansch_at_the_orange_show_p/os-bj-001.htm or call the Orange Show at (713) 926-6368 during business hours. From Robert Derr: Don't forget June's Winter Street Sudios "2nd Saturday of Each Month" on the 9th of June from 1-6 p.m. Those artists who wish to demonstrate their various skills and show the results of those skills will hang a red dot next to their door. Please do not disturb those who do not have a red dot. So, come and follow the red dot through Houston's largest fine arts venue, Winter Street Studios, 2101 Winter Street, Houston 77007. The best available map is at http://www.gallery3.com. Also this weekend, I'll be introducing C.H.A.I.R. to the public. Model 8 of "Straddle Stick" is adjustable, therefore the acronym C.omfort H.eight A.djust (to) I.ndividual R.equirements. John and I spent the Memorial Day weekend admiring the rain on a Hill Country road from friends' new veranda outside of Johnson City. I picked up the 2 x 3 x 72-inch oak stave off the burn pile of the new construction that has become the heart of the new chair. We will be available on the 9th only until 5 p.m. so that we can go see Martha Terrill's one-woman show at the Galveston Arts Center from 6 'til 9 p.m. Hope to see you all in both places. For more information, contact Robert Derr at bob@rderr.com or visit the Web sites http://www.rderr.com or http://www.gallery3.com. To get to Winter Street Studios, take Taylor/Sawyer or Houston Ave. to Crockett or Summer; turn east from Taylor/Sawyer or west from Houston, go to Henderson; turn south on Henderson then cross the RR tracks to the parking lot on the east end of the building. The most visible landmarks are: The Pig Stand on Washington and Sawyer, Target on I-10 and Taylor, Riviana Rice Mills on Winter and Sawyer, and the taco wagon on Houston and Crockett; that way you avoid the road bumps and the bad pavement of Winter Street. Gallery 3 Co-Op anchors the building on the east end ground floor. Those of you in search of a studio or co-op gallery write g3co-op@rderr.com or bob@rderr.com for futher information. Do you have something you'd like to send along? If so, get out those digital drums and e-mail me at: thetribereport@gmail.com. Tribal Drums To The 18th Power These messages are definitely worth multiple hearings....
Coda Remember, I am not Jeanne Dixon, so if you have a show or event coming up that you want me to mention you have to send it to me at: thetribereport@gmail.com. That's it for now. Until then, keep creating art, viewing art, buying art and supporting your fellow artists of all tribes. ''Martin L. de Vore is an artist and journalist once again living in Humble. Martin is a member of the Artists At Large and Post-Diversionist tribes and is enjoying the smell of oil paint and the sound of silence. |
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