John Ashley Photography Workshop

Every weekend all summer long, people ask if I lead any photography workshops. Most years I have to sigh and say, sorry, my schedule won't allow it. But this fall I'm breaking free to offer a one-day workshop at the Dunrovin Ranch, along the beautiful Bitterroot River just south of Missoula.

We'll meet on Saturday, September 27th, from 11AM to 5PM. I'll be focusing on simplifying the foundation that you need to take your photography into the creative realm - how to take control and make better pictures, no matter your skill level.

You can sign up and get more information by calling or emailing the friendly folks at Dunrovin Ranch, at 406-273-7745 or email dunrovin@gmail.com. Their web announcement is here.

Featured Artist for July: Monique Kleinhans

Monique is celebrating her birthday month by introducing a new series of applique patterns of iconic views in Glacier National Park.   Her newly released patterns are Lake McDonald Reflections, St. Mary's Lake and The Weeping Wall.   Also a part of the series is Upstairs Neighbor which came out in June of this year.

The Weeping Wall

St. Mary's Lake

Lake McDonald Reflections

Upstairs Neighbor

No worries if you are not a quilter, however, as Monique has lots of original art that is ready to hang on your wall. 

She blends traditional quilting techniques with her own unique style of textile art to create one-of-a-kind fabric pieces for your wall, table or bed.   And her quilted greeting cards are a fun way to send something a little extra special through the mail to your loved ones.

Stop in Friday, July 11th from 5-8 to enjoy a slice of cake and other treats with Monique and enjoy her work (as well as 11 other talented local artists!).

To see more of her work, please visit:

www.ladybugscabin.com

Or like Ladybug's Cabin Creations on Facebook!

Featured Artist - John Ashley

Chief Mountain watches over a grazing horse in John Ashley's "Watchtower" 

It's that time already - "First Friday" is upon us once again. Photographer John Ashley is PM&M's featured artist for June. He has been working hard and sleeping little this spring to produce new images to amaze you. Comet Lovejoy over Glacier Park, Northern Lights over the Prince of Wales, the total lunar eclipse from March, Chief Mountain and much, much more.

An artist's reception will be held at the gallery, located at 16 First Street West, during Kalispell's "First Friday" event on June 6th, from 5pm to 8pm. Everyone is invited to meet and mingle with John at the reception, where wine and treats will be served.

Featured Artist - Raette Meredith

"Glacier Park Flower Field" by Raette Meredith

Paint Metal and Mud's featured artist, Raette Meredith will be demonstrating during the event with oil paints and a palette knife during First Friday, in downtown Kalispell. Come watch a painting develop from a blank canvas to a finished piece of artwork while enjoying a glass of wine and special treats!

Friday May 2nd, 5-7pm.

Montana Moon

Lunar eclipse from April 15, 2014

Paint Metal & Mud photographer, John Ashley, pulled an all-nighter to capture the lunar eclipse that occurred earlier today. This composite photograph shows the eclipse progression from left to right. The series of light images are exposed for the moon in Earth's shadow, and the series of darker images are exposed for the sunny part of the moon. Where they meet in the middle, the totally eclipsed moon is a lovely shade of orange.

Spring is in the air...

Even though we're still fighting off a few snow storms here and there, we are all excited to be welcoming back the swans and song birds, not to mention the tulips pushing up in my garden!  That's right, Spring is on its way back to the valley. 

Soon we'll be seeing bright neon green bursting forth on all the trees and flowers finding their courage to come out into the cool Spring air.

Poppy Love

While that may take a little more convincing you can get a jump start on Spring by stopping by the gallery!  Our artists have been adding new work to their walls and shelves and we are never at a loss for beautiful color.

We are open Monday through Saturday from 10-6.

We look forward to seeing you!

Shades of Iris

Red Poppies

Merry Christmas! We have a new artist in the gallery!

We are excited to announce a new artist here at Paint Metal & Mud Art Gallery!

Francine Brown-fiber artist!

Her beautiful hand-woven tapestries and pillows are beautiful and creative.  

She creates gorgeous landscapes as well as more contemporary works 

and even explores weaving inside barbed wire frames and dried kelp.

 

Want some art you can wear? 

Francine also paints beautiful scarves and bandanas!

If you have any last minute shopping to do, 

or if you'd like to bring some your holiday visitors to come view 

some great art made here in the Flathead, we are open 

Monday December 23 10-6 and Tuesday (Christmas Eve) from 10-4.

We hope you will have Merry Christmas 

and a Happy New Year.

As always, thank you for shopping from your local artists!

Small Business Saturday - November 30th!

While "Black Friday" is all about big box stores, the following "Small Business Saturday" (on November 30th) is all about supporting the local businesses that, in turn, support your community. The Paint Metal & Mud artists' co-operative is a perfect example. Because we are 12 local northwestern Montana artists, 100% of your artwork and gift purchases stays right here in our community.

Thank you for supporting the arts, and for supporting the neighborhood where you live by "shopping small!"

You are Invited

 To The Tenth Annual Art Show of

Rebecca Evins and Lois Sturgis

 

16 First Street West

Paint Medal & Mud Gallery

 Saturday, November 30^th

2:00 – 7:00

Refreshments and Drink will be served

15% Discount on Original Watercolors

and 2/$5.00 Lois’ Cards

Hope you can Attend

And Bring a Friend

Happy Halloween, everyone! This piece by Michaela Eaves, The Tooth Fairy, will be winging its way to the shop in the next week or so. The original is watercolor and gouache on heavy hot press cotton paper. Originally started in a workshop, this piece ended up taking about 30 hours to complete.