Katherine Baltivik to join the artists at Simple Elegance in Osterville, MA

Artist and gallery owner Katherine Baltivik will be joining Tim Campbell, Shane Ruff and myself in exhibiting at Simple Elegance Antiques and Fine Art in Osterville, MA. The shop is slated to open later this month with the grand opening set for June 26th and 27th.

Katherine's works are oil on canvas, wooden panel as well as copper panel. Her gallery, Charles-Baltivik Gallery, is located at 432 Commercial StreetProvincetown, MA, 02657 See more of her work at: www.cbgallery.net

Rhode Island artist Al Cave :: an eclectic talent :: EDGE Providence

Rhode Island artist Al Cave :: an eclectic talent :: EDGE Providence

Coming in June!

June 26 and 27 will be the dates for the grand opening of Simple Elegance in Osterville, MA where my work will be featured along with two of my favorite artists.

Shane Ruff from Dorchester, MA (www.ruffstudio.com)

















and Timothy Campbell of Keene, NH(www.tcampbellart.com).

Simple Elegance of Osterville

SIMPLE ELEGANCE OF OSTERVILLE. PURVEYORS OF ANTIQUES, FINE ART, AND CUSTOM JEWELRY. Located in Designer's Walk on Main Street, Osterville, MA coming this June. Stay tuned for more information about the Grand Opening. Featuring the Art of Al Cave, Shane Ruff, and Tim Campbell.

Please contact John Lenahan at 508-681-8172 for more information.

Three Talented Ladies

I've had the privilege of meeting some wonderful people in the art community here in New England and I wanted to take a moment to share some of their work with you.

I had the pleasure of working with Maryann Stevens for a couple of years in corporate retail. I didn't know she had this amazing sense of creativity and talent at that time! Check out her work at: http://designzbyred.com/

I met Rosa through a course at RISD in the Business of Art. A former Engineer, she has turned her knowledge of structure to the fine art of jewelry making with semi-precious stones and metals. Her work can be found at: http://serasijewlery.com

The partner of one of my former classmates at Boston Architectural College, Susan Krause continues to amaze me with her creativity, her eye for color and design. Though her paintings are phenomenal, check out her hand painted silk scarves at: http://krausedesigninc.com/shop/index.php/silk-scarves.html

New Web Site!

Be sure to stop by and check out the newly created website for Alan W. Cave Studio! And think of Movie Cub Web Design for all of your web design needs!

www.alanwcavestudio.com

Choosing the correct mat for your new watercolor

Lucky you! You have a wonderful new watercolor or print from Alan W. Cave Studios, or some other fantastic artist out there. Now the fun begins of trying to chose the perfect color mat for the piece and then the frame.

For the most part, watercolors will usually be framed when purchased in a gallery, or at the very least pre-matted to protect the piece of art. I believe that mats and frames are a very personal choice for the buyer and therefore I tend to go with a standard white mat and inexpensive frame to put the emphasis on the piece of art. This way the buyer doesn't feel as if they are married to the mat and frame because of a large investment.

So how do you chose the right color and type of mat for a piece of art? The attached link provides excellent advice and tips on mat selection. The choice of color and texture in a mat can completely change the look of the piece of art, using a reputable framer can make the process easier and assure a perfect compliment in the end.


http://www.framing4yourself.com/tutorial/tips-selecting-colors-matting-and-framing/

What are "Fine Art Prints" and how do they differ from originals and poster?

When most people think of prints, the first image that comes to mind is a poster with a gloss finish that looks like a photograph of the original. While these were great for decorating the sterile environment of a dormitory room, they lack a certain appeal for the more discerning eye. Since not all art work is readily available or affordable, the solution is choosing a fine art print.

The process begins with a high resolution scan of the original at 360 dpi or higher to ensure accurate color and sharp, detailed results, capturing brush strokes and all the nuances of the original. State-of-the-art printers produce images with impeccable clarity and continuous tone blends. Advanced archival ultra chrome inks provide rich blacks and vibrant colors that will last a lifetime.

All images are printed on acid-free Hahnemuhle German etching paper which has a subtle texture and soft white tone and is a heavier paper, giving the final print a substantial feel. Another choice of papers is Hahnemuhle Bamboo which is made from the renewable fibers of bamboo. This paper has a smoother texture and a natural off-white color. Both papers capture the ink to perfection. Drying time is allowed, after which each print is coated with Premiere Art Print Shield for added protection and enhanced lifespan.

The end result is a print which is almost indistinguishable from the original and a piece you will be proud to own and display.

Hope Gallery Exhibit Opening in Bristol, RI

A great shot of the Direct, Anita Trezvant and myself at the opening of the exhibit, People, Places and Things this last Saturday at Hope Gallery in Bristol, CT. The exhibit runs through May 21, 2010

Current exhibits where I am showing

April was the month for gallery and museum exhibits for me! With pieces spread out over 5 different locations and two states, it was hectic to say the least.

April 22th was the opening reception of the Mystic Arts Center in Mystic, CT for their exhibit entitled "Long and Lean". All entries had to be twice the length or width as they were wide or tall. The competition was extremely tough with some amazingly creative and beautiful works of art in a variety of mediums. My piece "Blue Bayou", a work in wire and mesh surrounding a panel of acrylic with ceramic gesso, received an honorable mention for which I was extremely pleased and honored.

April 24th was the evening of three opening receptions beginning with Hope Gallery in Bristol, RI. This was an interesting juried exhibit based on the theme of "People, Places, and Things". The judge for the exhibit chose a very different piece for the first place. Reaction from the majority of viewers was not over-whelming supportive of her decision, but perhaps that reflects what art should do, get people talking. I was again honored with an honorable mention for my watercolor and gouache entitled, "Bisazza"

From there it was on to Reel Gallery in Newport, RI. This is a new gallery undertaking by Leah Skelly and for a new gallery owner, she astounded with a great collection of artists and works. The event was very well attended and a percentage of all sales goes to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. This was a non-juried show and I have multiple watercolors and prints displayed and available for purchase there.

The evening ended with a trip to New London, CT for the Hygienic Galleries exhibit opening of the juried show, "Crossing the Bridge". This show was heavily focused on works in op, pop and modern art pieces, reflected in the judges selection for awards. The more traditional artists works of realism definitely were over shadowed and out of place in the exhibit. The event was very well attended and it is a really beautiful gallery space.

Also from April 12 through July 6th, the Bristol Art Museum in Bristol, RI has a juried exhibit based on the element "Air" in which I have three pieces displayed. My piece "After the Morning Rain", a work in acrylic and silver leaf, with a wire and mesh sculpture mounted on it, received one of two awards for the show out of over 200 entries. The display is featured in the Roger's Free Library across from Linden Place in Bristol.

If you are out and about, please check out any or all of the exhibits, there are some astonishing works of art out there for your enjoyment!