Call for Local Artists!

We are currently looking for a local artist interested in showing their work year round in our art gallery collective located in downtown Kalispell. Interested artists should submit either photos, an example of their work, webpage address and contact information to be considered for the jury in process. As we strive to have a good balance and blend of different art available in the gallery we are not accepting jewelry artists at this time. 

The gallery takes no commission from your sales! Instead, member artists are required to work 2 to 3 days a month showing and selling art in the gallery as well as pay rent for your space. (Currently $50 a month). We also meet once a month to go over business, advertising opportunities and to plan special events. 

Paint Metal & Mud is a cooperative that features twelve of the Flathead Valley's finest artists. The gallery is located in downtown Kalispell, in the heart of northwest Montana.

PM&M is northwest Montana's only art gallery that is managed entirely by local artists -- not by some salesman. Stop in often and meet the artists, and learn about art from the people who created it! We are located in the historic Kalispell Grand Hotel, just half a block off Main Street.

We're Thankful!

We hope that you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy spending time with either those you love, or with those who need a little extra love.

All of us at Paint, Metal and Mud are thankful for your support and hope we can help you celebrate the beauty of the Flathead Valley as well as share it with loved ones this Christmas.

To kick off the holidays we are participating in Small Business Saturday November 26th. (And if you are out on Friday the 25th, be sure to stop by the Valley Bank downtown Kalispell and get one of their give-away bags including gift certificates to the Downtown businesses!) There will be in gallery specials during the day as well.

And don't forget to mark your calendar for the Art Walk in Kalispell on Dec 2nd! Stores will be open late, goodies and free refreshments galore and a chance to win some wonderful gift certificates!

Watch this space (or our facebook page) for our 13 Artist's of Christmas specials as well!

August Featured Artist: Carri Sampson

For the month of August Carri Sampson is featuring some new pieces she is very excited about.

"I have always had a love for antiques and have been working on incorporating them into my mosaic art. One of my favorite pieces I have recently finished, 'RiverTrout Duo', is done on an old industrial mechanics dolly. Another favorite is, "Sunset Sailing", done on a beautiful old boat oar."

Carri plans to keep pursuing this new style as well as continuing with her other glass mosaic wall art, Such as her many very popular wildlife pieces.

Stop by the gallery this month to see her fun window display and invite some new wonderful local art into you home!

Heart'Felt' Greetings from Montana Exhibit and new Guest Artist!

This month textile artist Monique Kleinhans has an exhibit of her original felted/quilted creations showing in the gallery! Blurring the lines between traditional quilting and textile art, this exhibit includes many needle-felted fiber paintings and 3-D quilted art. Exhibit includes wall art quilted greeting cards and home decor inspired by Montana's beauty. 

 She has also been busy making these fun 
little heart shaped felted magnets for $10 each. 
Want to see how they are created? Stop in July 16th or 22nd when she'll be demonstrating the art of needle-felting. (and if you're lucky offering a little huckleberry tasting!)








We are also excited to welcome our latest guest artist: Julie Engler from Mudslinger Studios. She has beautiful and unique pottery and was recently the focus of a great article in The Flathead Beacon. 

Stop in to see us this summer!

The Gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10-6. 

Welcome to Ann Schmidt our Newest Arist!

We are so excited to welcome 

a new artist to our family here at Paint Metal and Mud:

Ann Schmidt of Red Voodoo Glassworks. 

Ann's works are not only fun and funky, but fuctional.  Her creations include home decor items, pendant lights, custom lamp shades, keepsake boxes, clocks and 'good voodoo' pendants.

Ann is inspired by her beautiful surroundings in Whitefish, Montana as well as her life's travels.  "I strive to create one of a kind art items that bring pure joy and good voodoo to my clients. Every item is handmade in my studio with some taking many days to complete. Special orders are always welcome."  When asked about her philosophy for a happy life she has a simple answer:  "Love what you do and do what you love!"

Be sure to stop by the gallery and say hi to Ann as well as find a new treasure for your home!

And if you can't make it in right away to see her work in person, be sure to check out her website: www.redvoodooglassworks.com

 

Monique Kleinhas is featured artist for the month of October!

Monique Kleinhans' “Back Roads” exhibit opens First Friday, Oct 4th Artist’s reception, open to the public on First Friday, October 4th 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Monique's work includes traditional quilts and textile art – realistic and abstract works created with layers of thread and hand-painted fabrics.

Born and raised in the Flathead, Monique spent much of her childhood riding her bike on our valley’s many back roads. Her love of exploration and ability to see beauty everywhere are evident in her latest collection.

“I love the adventure traveling down even a familiar road brings. Every day is full of potential to see something new, or to see something familiar in a new way. Some of my favorite subjects are old barns and abandoned buildings; I want to explore and hear their stories. Montana's history is visible not only in its landscape and geology, but in the old homesteads still standing under the wide open skies.  While the wood and structure of these old buildings decay, the spirit and desire to live off of the land will never die in the hearts of those who see them."

Monique's wall quilts are unique. She uses layers of thread as paint, creating realistic portraits of our gorgeous local landscapes and historic sites. Her three-dimensional art invites viewers to wander into the pieces – either to imagine the possibilities ahead, or to preserve memories of a visit.
And her signature quilted greeting cards are a fun, unique way to send greetings to those you care about.

"Back Roads" will be on display through the month of October. 

An artist reception is scheduled for First Friday, October 4th, 2013 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Paint, Metal, and Mud Gallery at 16 First Street, Kalispell. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.