10.31.20 >> Scales & Scorpions <<
As this year has been pivotal, uncertain, and brought many changes around the world, it calls to question
what new future we are moving into…but in the meantime, we linger here on the cusp.
The show’s title refers to the two zodiac signs which October straddles, Libra (the scales) and Scorpio (scorpion).
Someone born on the edge of these two solar signs may inhabit a blend or synthesis of those two energies, much like a chimera.
We have invited our community of artists to explore the theme of cusps, welcoming any and all interpretations.
This group show will be open for viewing on Halloween >> Saturday, Oct. 31 (3pm-8pm).
You can make a viewing appointment by clicking on the booking button below.
Each 30 minute slot can accommodate up to 6 people (with individual appointments)
who will be viewing the exhibit from 2 different windows outside of the gallery,
providing ample space to each other and wearing masks to respect everyone's safety.
We also invite guests to explore our courtyard where additional work is displayed.
As this year has been pivotal, uncertain, and brought many changes around the world, it calls to question
what new future we are moving into…but in the meantime, we linger here on the cusp.
The show’s title refers to the two zodiac signs which October straddles, Libra (the scales) and Scorpio (scorpion).
Someone born on the edge of these two solar signs may inhabit a blend or synthesis of those two energies, much like a chimera.
We have invited our community of artists to explore the theme of cusps, welcoming any and all interpretations.
This group show will be open for viewing on Halloween >> Saturday, Oct. 31 (3pm-8pm).
You can make a viewing appointment by clicking on the booking button below.
Each 30 minute slot can accommodate up to 6 people (with individual appointments)
who will be viewing the exhibit from 2 different windows outside of the gallery,
providing ample space to each other and wearing masks to respect everyone's safety.
We also invite guests to explore our courtyard where additional work is displayed.
9.30-11.5 | King of Crayons : the art of Melvin Scott
Collection Rert's backyard neighbor often attracts curiosity from visitors for his unique and mysterious hand-built home. And perhaps even more for the eye-catching candy-colored fence surrounding his unofficial plot of land.
This is the home of Melvin Scott, a local in the most specific sense.
For decades he lived around the corner, in a similarly quaint tiny home behind the residence of his foster mother. He cared for her in her old age, but when she passed away almost a decade ago, he was left with no resources or place to live except his non-running gold Volvo. Some opportunities to work and live elsewhere popped up over time, but he always felt a strong pull to return to this neighborhood.
Now he has made his home here and when he is not doing odd jobs for neighbors, he can often be found melting crayons into the abstract masterpieces you see below. As the first photo below, of the incomplete collection of his work, shows, they probably number in the thousands. Although he is a very private individual, he welcomes art-loving strangers to approach him about viewing and purchasing pieces from him.
This is the home of Melvin Scott, a local in the most specific sense.
For decades he lived around the corner, in a similarly quaint tiny home behind the residence of his foster mother. He cared for her in her old age, but when she passed away almost a decade ago, he was left with no resources or place to live except his non-running gold Volvo. Some opportunities to work and live elsewhere popped up over time, but he always felt a strong pull to return to this neighborhood.
Now he has made his home here and when he is not doing odd jobs for neighbors, he can often be found melting crayons into the abstract masterpieces you see below. As the first photo below, of the incomplete collection of his work, shows, they probably number in the thousands. Although he is a very private individual, he welcomes art-loving strangers to approach him about viewing and purchasing pieces from him.
Selections from the Abstract Series:
Selections from Coloring Pages:
Science Bear Arcade
Scavengers unite !!!
It's time for an art & fun junk harvest...
and it is powered by donation$ from awesome people like yourself !!!
Art + Comics + Music +Toys +Books+???
This self-service buffet is conveniently located in our driveway for
cyclists-joggers-dog walkers-skateboarders and just about anyone in the universe...
What's in the box? Come and find out !!!
>> open on random Saturdays from noon until sunset <<
Scavengers unite !!!
It's time for an art & fun junk harvest...
and it is powered by donation$ from awesome people like yourself !!!
Art + Comics + Music +Toys +Books+???
This self-service buffet is conveniently located in our driveway for
cyclists-joggers-dog walkers-skateboarders and just about anyone in the universe...
What's in the box? Come and find out !!!
>> open on random Saturdays from noon until sunset <<
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