High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

June 2009 Events at High Desert Gallery and High Desert Frameworks!

High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon offers you the very best in the Fine Art Gallery experience, and this June, we're hosting Artist Exhibitions and Fine Art Framing at four exciting locations.

Art Exhibition and Sale: Jenelle Lynn Kathan at High Desert Frameworks! in Bend, Oregon.

High Desert Frameworks! in downtown Bend, Oregon, is pleased to announce an artist feature for Oregon glass artist, Jenelle Lynn Kathan. Jenelle specializes in functional and decorative custom designs that enhance any home or office. Presently, her expertise and style border on discovery and humility. By understanding the technical complexities of glass, she is informing a natural curiosity of how glass reacts under varied stages of heat. Her original fused glass designs in tile, platters and other whimsical works will be displayed for sale from June 5 through June 28. Join us for an opening reception at the First Friday Gallery Walk on Friday, June 5 from 5-9pm. Enjoy great art, refreshments and more. The event is free and open to the public. For more information on the event, Jenelle and the Custom Framing and fine craft gallery please call 1-866-549-6250 or visit: www.highdesertgallery.com.

When: Opening Friday, June 5 5-9pm. Exhibition through June 28.

Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday 10am to 5:30pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm. Closed Sunday.

Where: High Desert Frameworks!, 431 NW Franklin Avenue Bend Oregon 97701

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West of West Group Show: High Desert Gallery in Sisters, Oregon

High Desert Gallery in Sisters, Oregon, is hosting West of West, A Celebration of Ranch Life at High Desert Gallery from May 30 through June 28, 2009. This Fine Art Group Exhibition and Sale features work by Central Oregon Artists including, Cristina Acosta, Kathy Deggendorfer, Kimry Jelen, Grace Bishko, Paul Alan Bennett, Glen Corbet, J Chester (Skip) Armstrong, Trisha Hassler, Jerry Werner, Cary Weigand, Sue Smith and Jean Wells.  Join us for an Artist Reception on Saturday, May 30, 2009 from 4 – 7 PM. Meet and talk with the artists, listen to the inspirations behind their work, enjoy refreshments, and the live music.  A Hoot For Sure! West of West, A Celebration of Ranch Life is in collaboration with Sisters Art Works, Ranch Life and Rodeo Show, a day long celebration and special exhibition of the Western lifestyle and living history.

When: Artist Reception Saturday, May 30, 2009 4-7PM. Exhibit through June 28, 2009Gallery

Gallery Hours (Spring): Open Friday through Monday 10am to 6pm, Tuesday through Thursday 10amto 2:30pm. Summer Hours starting June 14, 2009 Open Daily 10am to 6pm.

Where: High Desert Gallery – 281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak Street, Sisters Oregon 97759

For more information please visit www.highdesertgallery.com, 541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250

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Stellar Custom Framing Exhibition: High Desert Gallery, Redmond, Oregon

Think outside the Frame! Yes, we want to help you stretch your creative muscles. Find out what else you can do with stellar custom framing besides a white mat and black frame. Come in to High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon, in Redmond, to see our Framing Exhibition, including the new spring and summer lines of frame mouldings from the great artisans: Roma, Larson Juhl, as well as other top of the line manufacturers. We have thousands of moulding samples to choose from. Visit with a member of our experienced design team for a free framing consultation. Let us tempt you with a $50 savings coupon on any custom framing order of $250 or more, valid through the month of June. Plus, there's no appointment needed. Just remember to bring your art.

When: The month of June, 2009

Gallery Hours: 11 AM – 5 PM, Tuesday through Saturday (Special hours in June and during downtown Redmond's remodel)

Where: High Desert Gallery, 453 SW 6th Street, Redmond, Oregon 97756

For more information, please visit www.highdesertgallery.com, 541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250

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Miss Dotty Travels to Suttle lake Lodge! -- Art Exhibition

High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon in cooperation with The Lodge at Suttle Lake is pleased to announce a special exhibition of the very collectible “Miss Dotty & Yello” collaboration from regionally acclaimed Oregon Artists, Kathy Deggendorfer and Tonye Belinda Phillips. The “Miss Dotty” series will be exhibited in the Boardroom through June 28, 2009 and is free and open to the public.

What: “Miss Dotty & Yello” - Artist Collaboration Exhibition

When: April 11, 2009 through June 28, 2009 - Open Daily

Where: The Lodge At Suttle Lake – Boardroom

Hosted by: The Lodge at Suttle Lake
13300 Highway 20, Sisters, OR 97759
Open Daily
Phone: 541-595-2628
www.thelodgeatsuttlelake.com

Sponsored by: High Desert Gallery
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250

About the Miss Dotty & Yello Collaboration: Each Fine Art Giclee print is signed and numbered by Kathy Deggendorfer and a wonderful reproduction of the original watercolor. Each quilted work by Tonye is signed and the two works of art are professionally framed by High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon. The Miss Dotty Series has five works in sets with each set limited to 25 prints/quilts. After the Series sells out there will be no more sets produced of the same images. Not only is the collaboration a wonderful addition to any home or office but it is also limited and potentially collectible. The Miss Dotty Series is available exclusively in Central Oregon from High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

For more information or to order please call 866-549-6250 or visit: “Miss Dotty & Yello” Collaboration by Kathy Deggendorfer and Tonye Belinda Phillips.

About High Desert Frameworks!: High Desert Frameworks! the custom framing gallery for High Desert Gallery is an award winning custom picture framing and fine craft gallery located at 431 NW Franklin Avenue at Lava in downtown Bend, Oregon . High Desert Gallery has retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening Summer 2009), Redmond and Sisters Oregon. The gallery specializes in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006, 2007 & 2008) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006, & 2008). International Framing Awards earned by High Desert Gallery include First Place and Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association (PPFA) 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition and Third Place in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2008-2009 International Print Framing Competition.

About High Desert Gallery: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with three High Desert Gallery retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Open Summer 2009), Redmond and Sisters Oregon and High Desert Frameworks! located at 431 NW Franklin Avenue at Lava in downtown Bend, Oregon. The gallery specializes in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006, 2007 & 2008) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006, & 2008). International Framing Awards earned by High Desert Gallery include First Place and Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association (PPFA) 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition and Third Place in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2008-2009 International Print Framing Competition. For more information please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250. Follow us on Friend Feed -- track and follow all our activities in one easy location! Visit: High Desert Gallery Friend Feed. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

About The Lodge at Suttle Lake: Nestled in a glacial valley in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, and surrounded by towering pines, Suttle Lake has long been a refuge for its visitors. Suttle Lake is an oasis in the pines for those seeking activity and those seeking solitude. The Lodge at Suttle Lake offers all the elements: dramatic views, well-appointed accommodations, spectacular meeting and event space, impeccable cuisine, service and thoughtful attention to every detail. The Lodge at Suttle Lake’s distinctive guest quarters will offer you the utmost in elegant lodging, inviting you to enjoy a gracious and luxurious lifestyle while taking pleasure in our rustic mountain charm. Guests can choose from three Historic Cabins, five Waterfront Cabins, six Rustic Cabins, and eleven Lodge Suites. For more information on The Lodge at Suttle Lake, accommodations or reservations at the Boathouse Restaurant please call, (541) 595-2628 or visit: The Lodge at Suttle Lake.

Cary Lathan Weigand featured at High Desert Gallery, Sisters, Oregon in May, 2009

May is shaping up to be a spectacular month at High Desert Gallery in Sisters, Oregon, with a new exhibit of ceramic sculpture from acclaimed Oregon artist Cary Lathan Weigand. Each exquisite piece takes the viewer into the realm of beauty, mystery, an imagination. Once you see these sculptures they are difficult to forget – as evidenced by the near sell-out of her previous show.

Cary explains, “I look upon each piece as that something which beckons the impenetrable shadows...” The artist works with earthenware, slowly working each figure upward from the base, often allowing the developing form to determine her direction. Each figure is painted with various wood ashes or glazes and fired, then enhanced further by stains, paints and sometimes wax. The artist adds. “Each piece builds a bridge connecting my psyche with the physical realm.” 

The Artist Feature extends from May 1st through the 31st at High Desert Gallery in Sisters, Oregon, 281 W Cascade. For more information, call 541-388-8964 or visit www.highdesertgallery.com.

Cary Lathan Weigand – Original Porcelain and Earthenware Sculpture

May 1 through May 31, 2009
High Desert Gallery
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250 / www.highdesertgallery.com
Gallery Hours:

Non Summer Hours: Open Daily: F/S/S/M 10am to 5pm, T/W/H 10am-2:30pm
Summer Hours: Open Daily 10am to 6pm June 15 through September 15

About Cary L Weigand: Born and raised sixth generation in Hawaii, Cary graduated from the University of Hawaii with a Masters of Fine Art in Ceramics and relocated to Central Oregon in 2004. Her major interest in figure modeling expands both the use of ceramic techniques as well as explores some relatively neglected areas in content. Her figures evoke a sense of mass in contrast to the loose and flowing slab work of drapery and body  appendages. This formal device provides an important ground for the content of her work, aimed at a search for a contemporary spirituality. Working with porcelain, a figurine is worked upward slowly allowing each layer to dry. Then, it is painted with oxides and glazed before firing. For nationally known artist, Cary Weigand, ceramics is a very humanistic and tactile experience. Drawn to Asian philosophies and Shamanism she finds they both focus on awareness of mind, spirit, and environment. The figure represents a vehicle of humanity. Cary's work is an expression of the subconscious and symbolism. She states: "In this way, I seek to look deeper within myself. I look upon each piece as that something which beckons the impenetrable shadows of madness, or the liquid flow of existence, day after day after day, (Or maybe this heart...) a wild beast caged within its chest, dreaming a dream which we've already seen unfolding before us, (time and time again.) Cary's original artwork including her fine art porcelain sculpture is available exclusively in Central Oregon at High Desert Gallery.

About High Desert Gallery: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with three High Desert Gallery retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Open Summer 2009), Redmond and Sisters Oregon and High Desert Frameworks! located at 431 NW Franklin Avenue at Lava in downtown Bend, Oregon. The gallery specializes in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006, 2007 & 2008) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006, & 2008). International Framing Awards earned by High Desert Gallery include First Place and Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association (PPFA) 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition and Third Place in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2008-2009 International Print Framing Competition.

For more information please visit:www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250. Follow us on Friend Feed -- track and follow all our activities in one easy location! Visit: High Desert Gallery Friend Feed. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

Oregon Art Beat Features Paul Alan Bennett & Cary Weigand. Exhibition: 'Where Rivers Meet' continues through August.

High Desert Gallery's August exhibition and sale "Where Rivers Meet" featuring the work of Paul Alan Bennett and Cary L Weigand continues through August 2008.  We encourage you to visit High Desert Gallery located in downtown Sisters Oregon to view and acquire from the show. 

For more information on the show please visit:  Where Rivers Meet

Oregon Public Broadcast (OPB.ORG) and the Oregon Art Beat program recently rebroadcast both the Bennett and Weigand features and they are not to be missed.  KC Cowan and the crew really did a wonderful job of capturing the essences of the artists and their work.  You can watch the episodes by clicking on the links below.  If you are able to please find a way to financially support OPB and Oregon Art Beat!

Cary Weigand

You won't believe what Cary Weigand does with clay! The way she drapes it to look like cloth is amazing. She's inspired by native cultures and folk tales but you'll be inspired by her talent!   Watch this story now

Paul Alan Bennett

Commercial artwork and teaching paid the bills, but Paul Alan Bennett found his true artistic calling when he bought a hand-knit glove in Istanbul. It opened him up to a new style he dubbed "knit-knack."  Watch this story now

About High Desert Gallery: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening December 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006, 2007, & 2008) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006, & 2008). In February 2008, High Desert Gallery was awarded Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition. For more information please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

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Where Rivers Meet Opens Today. Gallery Preview for Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand.

Where Rivers Meet an artist reception and exhibition for Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand opens today for an early preview.  High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing in Sisters Oregon will open the show starting at 10am through 7pm this evening.  If you are a collector of Paul Alan Bennett or Cary Weigand this is your best opportunity to review and purchase prior to the public artist reception on Saturday, July 26th.  Please plan on joining us for a preview day!  For additional information on the show please visit our previous posts at "Where Rivers Meet" or call the gallery at 866-549-6250 x 3. 

High Desert Gallery in Sisters Oregon is located at 281 W Cascade Avenue in Sisters Oregon 97759

If you can't make it today -- Please visit us on Saturday.  10 new original paintings by Paul Alan Bennett and 10 new porcelain sculptures by Cary L Weigand.

Reception and preview information:

"Where Rivers Meet" Preview -- Friday, July 25, 2008  10am to 7pm

"Where Rivers Meet" Opening Artist Reception for Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand
Saturday, July 26, 2008 from 4–8pm
High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters Oregon 97759
Refreshments, Live Music by Bellavia, Meet Paul & Cary
New Original paintings, Fine Art Prints, Sculpture and More
Free and open to the public / 541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250

About High Desert Gallery: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening December 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006, 2007, & 2008) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006, & 2008). In February 2008, High Desert Gallery was awarded Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition. For more information please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

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Sneak Preview -- Where Rivers Meet -- Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand

We hope you can join us this Saturday for a wonderful opening and artist reception for Paul and Cary.
Here is a Sneak Preview of just a couple of the new works!  Click on the images to enlarge

"Where Rivers Meet" Opening Artist Reception for Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand
Saturday, July 26, 2008 from 4–8pm
High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters Oregon 97759
Refreshments, Live Music by Bellavia, Meet Paul & Cary
New Original paintings, Fine Art Prints, Sculpture and More
Free and open to the public / 541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250

For more information on "Where Rivers Meet" and the artists please visit our previous post or The Nugget News at Gallery Hosts Artists' Opening.

About High Desert Gallery: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening December 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006 & 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006). In February 2008, High Desert Gallery was awarded Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition. For more information please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

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Where Rivers Meet: Paul Alan Bennett and Cary L Weigand, Saturday July 26 -- Sisters Oregon

Where Rivers Meet – The path of two artists, one painter, one sculptor.  Please join us for a wonderful evening with Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand.

Artist Reception -- "Where Rivers Meet" -- Opening Artist Reception for Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand
Saturday, July 26, 2008 from 4–8pm
High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters Oregon 97759
Refreshments, Live Music by Bellavia, Meet Paul & Cary
New Original paintings, Fine Art Prints, Sculpture and More
Free and open to the public
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250

Where Rivers Meet – The path of two artists, one painter, one sculptor along two rivers that flow together with energy and an almost spiritual convergence. In preparation for the exhibition and sale we asked Paul and Cary to comment on the show and their work.

Paul Alan Bennett: The theme for this show evolved out of a discussion I had with my friend, John Simpkins. I had just finished a painting on the subject of where the Metolius River connects with Lake Billy Chinook and was discussing this idea with John. He mentioned that where rivers meet is often considered a place of power in the Buddhist tradition. Shrines and prayer flags are often placed where rivers meet. It is a place for spiritual retreat and contemplation. Later, as I thought over our discussion, it occurred to me that this idea would make a good theme for a group show. After all, such a show is about the flowing together of our own personal, spiritual “rivers” with those of others. While working on this theme for the show, I did an art residency at a school in Rainier, Oregon. I stayed in a house that overlooked where the Columbia River and the Cowlitz River meet. It was obvious that this meeting of two rivers was not a place of spiritual contemplation but, rather, a place of commerce, industry and concrete. Airports, factories, highways, bridges, endless stores and parking lots abound. This was far from the original idea for the theme of the show. However, who is to say that this picture does not have its’ spiritual side? That what I was seeing was a crossroads of hopes and dreams of individuals from all over the world? My guess is that such crossroads are busy places everywhere, filled with people trying to support their life styles, feed their families and find meaning in their work and play. It all offers much food for thought.

Cary L Weigand: Where rivers meet; defined by two or more down-ward traveling bodies of water converging creating a place were water collides to make one. The result is a place of intensified energy and enrichment. Buddhist cultures often build shrines, or stack rocks in these special places.

Using this theme as a metaphor for life there are two central ideas and themes that I present in my work for this show.    1. Water as a metaphor for consciousness.   2. The converging of water synonymous with how our lives come together with other people creating meaning and enrichment in our lives.

Water as a metaphor for consciousness; water has the quality of energy and reflection. Our identity is caught up in the physical and mental worlds. Both these worlds reflect back to us what we perceive, likened to the surface of the ocean reflecting back to us the sky, the boat, and the body peering down at it. However, if we keep looking, we know that water can be penetrated, and beyond the surface is a deep, vast place.

This is like the reality we see all around us. The desk, the table and wall, these are only the surface of things. If we keep looking, we may begin to see through there surfaces, to find a flowing, vast, and deep sea, that of which is the infinite depth of consciousness we live in.

This theme presents its self in my works as portraying consciousness flowing out of people and animals eyes, nose, mouth and ears.

Second. As two bodies of water converge, they swell and become stronger. It is the converging of friendships, lovers, and enemies who become powerful instigators in formulating our purpose in life. Rivers colliding, to me is a theme about the journey of creating love and meaning for our existence.

This journey in my work is represented as the boat that figures are riding within.

About Paul Alan Bennett:  Award winning professional artist, educator, and art advocate, Paul Alan Bennett has garnered national attention. Paul's imagery is passionately detailed and manifests a unique perspective and style resulting in colorful, vivid imagery sought after and collected nationally. Honors graduate of Maryland Institute of Art and Master of Arts from The University of La Verne (Athens Greece), Paul has excelled in the field of watercolor and most recently in the release of a select group of Limited Edition Fine Art Giclee Prints and worked closely with Pendleton Woolen Mills to release limited edition tapestry blankets. Paul's work has been reproduced for two Sisters Folk Festival Posters and the 2008 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show poster. His style and perspective originate from memories, life experiences and travels that sparks many of the themes found in this Sisters artist's work.  Paul Alan Bennett's artwork is represented by High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

About Cary L Weigand: Born and raised sixth generation in Hawaii, Cary graduated from the University of Hawaii with a Masters of Fine Art in Ceramics and relocated to Central Oregon in 2004. Her major interest in figure modeling expands both the use of ceramic techniques as well as explores some relatively neglected areas in content. Her figures evoke a sense of mass in contrast to the loose and flowing slab work of drapery and body appendages. This formal device provides an important ground for the content of her work, aimed at a search for a contemporary spirituality. Working with porcelain, a figurine is worked upward slowly allowing each layer to dry. Then, it is painted with oxides and glazed before firing.

For nationally known artist, Cary Weigand, ceramics is a very humanistic and tactile experience. Drawn to Asian philosophies and Shamanism she finds they both focus on awareness of mind, spirit, and environment. The figure represents a vehicle of humanity. Cary's work is an expression of the subconscious and symbolism. She states: "In this way, I seek to look deeper within myself. I look upon each piece as that something which beckons the impenetrable shadows of madness, or the liquid flow of existence, day after day after day, (Or maybe this heart...) a wild beast caged within its chest, dreaming a dream which we've already seen unfolding before us, (time and time again.)

Cary's original artwork including her fine art porcelain sculpture is available exclusively in Central Oregon at High Desert Gallery.

About High Desert Gallery: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening December 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as a "Top 100 Art and Framing Gallery in America" and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006 & 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006). In February 2008, High Desert Gallery was awarded Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition. For more information please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

Please join us:  Artist Reception -- "Where Rivers Meet" -- Opening Artist Reception for Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand, Saturday, July 26, 2008 from 4 – 8pm
High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters Oregon 97759
New Original paintings, Fine Art Prints, Sculpture and More
Free and open to the public

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High Desert Gallery Guide Now Available

The High Desert Art Gallery Guide is hot off the press and available for your online viewing!

If you would like a full color printed copy mailed to you please let us know by calling the gallery at 1-866-549-6250 or visiting:  Email High Desert Gallery.  Make sure to include your contact information and mailing address and we'll get one to you in the mail about mid April.

The guide includes our 2008 events, artist bio's, images and some great information on the gallery and our services.  To view a PDF version of our High Desert Gallery Guide online visit:    Download HDG-2008GalleryGuide-Web.pdf (897.4K)

Looking to keep in touch with High Desert Gallery?  To stay in touch and not miss new events and gallery activities we suggest that you follow us by one of many available means:  Call toll free 866-549-6250 x 3, visit our art gallery events calendar at www.events.highdesertgallery.com or subscribed to the following: Twitter, subscribe to our blog, RSS, or our events calendar.

High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art gallery with retail locations in Bend (Opening December 2008), Redmond Oregon and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Art Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz.

Save The Date: High Desert Gallery 2008 Events Calendar Online

Save The Date – Don't Miss A Thing – Plan Ahead – Make Your Hotel Reservations Now!

2008 looks to be a stellar year for events, functions and artist in attendance receptions at High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon.  A boat load of great activities including the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Poster Preview Party with Paul Alan Bennett, Patrick Horsley artist reception in Redmond Oregon, Lillian Pitt's solo show on May 24^th in our Sisters Oregon Art Gallery  and many many other great events – We have it all.

Artist Receptions:  Paul Alan Bennett and Patrick Horsley in April, Lillian Pitt in May, Kathy Deggendorfer, Rowdy Barry and Kimry Jelen in June, Trisha Hassler, Paul Alan Bennett and Libby Lehman in July, “Where Rivers Meet” with John Simpkins, Paul Alan Bennett and Cary Weigand on July 26, Glen Corbett, Nye Bennett-Miller, Ingrid Lustig, Grace Bishko, Group Shows and many more!  And don't forget that High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing in Redmond Oregon celebrates “National Art & Framing Month” each October – Some not-to-miss great events are scheduled.  To print the complete events calendar visit: High Desert Gallery's 2008 Event Calendar (64 Kb PDF)

The printable pdf file is ready for your refrigerator magnet  -- Print and stick it to your Amana (or Sub-Zero) so you don't miss an event!

You can always find up-to-date gallery events online at www.events.highdesertgallery.com or you can download our printable events calendar at: High Desert Gallery's 2008 Event Calendar (64 Kb PDF)

Plan on attending!  Meet the Artists, enjoy lively conversation, refreshments, cheer and live music!  To stay in touch and not miss new events and gallery activities we suggest that you follow us by one of many available means:  Call 866-549-6250 x 3, visit our art gallery events calendar at www.events.highdesertgallery.com or subscribed to the following: Twitter, subscribe to our blog, RSS, or our events calendar.

Thank you for supporting the arts in Central Oregon!

For additional information about the artists and High Desert Art Gallery please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call 541-388-8964 and toll free 1-866-549-6250. High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art gallery with retail locations in Bend (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz .

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Press Release: Cary L Weigand represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

For Immediate Release

Cary L Weigand represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

Bend Oregon – December 3, 2007 -- High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon is pleased to announce the representation of Oregon Artist, Cary L Weigand.   An artist feature showcasing Cary's recent works will be open to the public through January 30 at the High Desert Gallery, 281 W. Cascade, Sisters, Oregon.   Work on display includes new fine art porcelain sculpture.   For more information including hours of operations, please call High Desert Gallery at 866-549-6250 x 3.

About Cary L Weigand:  A sixth generation Hawaiian, Cary graduated from the University of Hawaii with a Masters of Fine Art in Ceramics and relocated to Central Oregon in 2004. Since she graduated she has eagerly pursued the path of establishing herself as an independent ceramic artist.  Her major interest in figure modeling expands both the use of ceramic techniques as well as explores some relatively neglected areas in content.  Inspired by the loose slab work her figures evoke a sense of mass in contrast to the loose and flowing slab work of drapery and body appendages.  This formal device provides an important ground for the content of her work, aimed at a search for a contemporary spirituality.  Working with earthenware or porcelain, a figurine is worked upward slowly allowing each layer to dry.  Then it is painted with Terra Sigilatta, wood ash, overglazes and fired.  Next is applied a variety of stains, paints and sometimes wax.  Each piece builds a bridge connecting Cary's psyche with the physical realm.

For nationally known artist, Cary Weigand, ceramics is a very humanistic and tactile experience.  Drawn to Asian philosophies and Shamanism she finds they both focus on awareness of mind, spirit, and environment.  The figure represents a vehicle of humanity.  Cary's work is an expression of the subconscious and symbolism.  She states: “In this way, I seek to look deeper within myself.  I look upon each piece as that something which beckons the impenetrable shadows of madness, or the liquid flow of existence, day after day after day, (Or maybe this heart...) a wild beast caged within its chest, dreaming a dream which we've already seen unfolding before us, (time and time again.)

Cary's original artwork including her fine art porcelain sculpture is available exclusively in Central Oregon at High Desert Gallery.

About High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Gallery has been honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as one of the top 100 Art and Frame Galleries in America and voted “Best Art Gallery” in Redmond, Oregon (2006 & 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006).  High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz .

For more information please visit:   www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250.   High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

Press Release Contact:
T Dow, High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon
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VOTE VOTE VOTE -- Oregon Art Beat

OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting) and Oregon Art Beat historically have done an excellent job at highlighting some of Oregon’s best and interesting artists.  Our Thursday evenings are typically structured around the 8PM TV program but we miss a few due to gallery and family commitments.

KC Cowen and Jeff Douglas of Oregon Art Beat do an excellent job interviewing and in the production.  If you are a viewer then you are aware of this excellent program.  Here’s your chance to vote for your favorite segments in years past and guide OPB on their summer schedule.

Browse the list and you notice many talented artists including some represented by High Desert Gallery including, J Chester (Skip) Armstrong, Paul Alan Bennett, Danae Bennett Miller, Cary Lathan Weigand, and Jerry Werner.  Other Central artists among many include Kate Aspen, The Americana Project, Donna Young, Dennis McGregor, Steve Allely and many others. 

VOTE VOTE VOTE: Oregon Art Beat Viewers Choice