Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Art & Ferry Rides...


A few years ago, Chris met a really interesting couple- they became regular visitors at hutch studio & fans of Chris' "fine art" as well as his fun creations for hutch. This couple recently opened up an art gallery called Simon Mace Gallery in a small, coastal town about 2 hours away- which includes a ferry ride. The Simon Mace Gallery now represents Chris' work & hosted an art opening this last weekend for a new show called, Tasting Menu: Second Course. This show included 4 of Chris' pieces along with featuring 5 additional Simon Mace artists. We were lucky enough to be able to sneak away for the day to attend the opening in person- while our kiddo enjoyed a sleep over with his grandparents. Admittedly, I turned into a shutterbug- wanting to capture Chris, his work, & the day. Here are some highlights... 


Chris had 2 of his ceramic/ sgraffito pieces & 2 of his gesso on paper pieces. From a distance, you couldn't really tell the difference between the medium used & all of them really engaged viewers. I loved being behind the camera & listening people's conversations & trying to capture their delight in the visual adventure Chris' interior spaces took them on. The gallery was hoppin' all day & into the evening- the town was also buzzing. There was a "first Saturday" art walk scheduled for the evening & you could tell people took the ferry over from Seattle just to participate. After we hung out at the gallery a bit in the afternoon, we had a chance to cruise the town before the opening. 


We lingered in an underground coffee shop & spent time in a very cool, used & out of print bookstore. I was in heaven... I really could've spent all day there. Oh, did I find some treasures... but that's a different post. 


Back to the Simon Mace Gallery - the flow of people was constant & the energy was infectious. It was a really fun end to a fantastic day. We then hopped on the ferry and headed home. I'd say it was a pretty great way to start the new year...











3 comments:

  1. You really can make us seem pretty cool with your words and camera.

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  2. Loved to read about it, Kristin! I'm so glad it was successful and that you two had fun - Chris' art is great! Love all the photos too :)

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  3. You guys are WAY too cool and Chris's works looks AMAZING! I am so proud...that seems like I am your parent's so I'll try to sound less lame...umm...happy for you? You two are great. xx

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