High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

High Desert Frameworks! Features Paul Alan Bennett and Cristina Acosta Friday July 3, for “Oregon by the Dozen.”

High Desert Frameworks! in Downtown Bend, Oregon will participate in a special event this Friday, July 3, called "Oregon by the Dozen."  The gallery will feature work by Cristina Acosta and Paul Alan Bennett for a silent auction event benefiting Arts Central Educational & Resource Center.

The Bend Gallery Association's “Oregon by the Dozen” fundraiser for Arts Central kicks off during the July 3, 2009 First Friday Gallery Walk, with month-long bidding, followed by the group exhibit and auction finale on August 7 at the Arts Central Educational & Resource Center, located in the historic Goodwillie-Allen-Rademacher House (formerly Mirror Pond Gallery) in downtown Bend.

In conjunction with the Oregon 150 – a year-long celebration of our state's 150 birthday – communities host events that honor the people, places and organizations that have been – and continue to be - sources of inspiration and discovery. For 15 years, Arts Central operated Mirror Pond Gallery before closing its doors. Recent events may have altered the face, but certainly not the cultural value that Arts Central provides to our Central Oregon community, and High Desert Frameworks! is honored to be able to participate in this fund raiser directly benefiting the new Arts Central Educational & Resource Center, located at 875 NW Brooks Street, Bend, Oregon 97701.

What: First Friday, July 3, "Oregon by the Dozen" fundraiser for Arts Central
When: 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Where: High Desert Frameworks! on Franklin Avenue in downtown Bend, Oregon

High Desert Frameworks!
431 NW Franklin Avenue
Bend, Oregon 97701
541-647-2191 / 866-549-6250
Hours: 10am to 5:30pm M-F, 10am to 2pm Sat

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 one High Desert Frameworks! located 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. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

High Desert Frameworks! Features Cristina Acosta and Paul Alan Bennett in the Bend Gallery Association's July 3rd event “Oregon by the Dozen”

High Desert Frameworks! in Downtown Bend, Oregon will feature work by Cristina Acosta and Paul Alan Bennett during the month long silent auction event benefiting Arts Central Educational & Resource Center.

The Bend Gallery Association's “Oregon by the Dozen” fundraiser for Arts Central kicks off during the July 3, 2009 First Friday Gallery Walk with a silent auction in each of the twelve participating galleries, including High Desert Frameworks! Bidding continues through July, followed by the group exhibit and auction finale on August 7 at the Arts Central Educational & Resource Center, located in the historic Goodwillie-Allen-Rademacher House (formerly Mirror Pond Gallery) in downtown Bend.

High Desert Frameworks! will feature new work by Cristina Acosta and Paul Alan Bennett. Cristina's painting, titled “Autumn Geese,” combines color and and her signature fluid line to capture the energy and beauty of Canadian Geese as they land in early evening. Paul Alan Bennett will debut another image from his highly successful “Imaginary Landscapes” series, inspired by the mountains, rivers and night skies of High Desert Country.

The twelve Bend Gallery Association members who are participating in the silent auction include Art Impressions, Atelier 6000, BICA, Glass Symphony, High Desert Frameworks!, Karen Bandy Studio, Lubbesmeyer Fiber Studio & Gallery, Mockingbird Gallery, Sage Custom Framing & Gallery, and Tumalo Art Co. Participating artists include Cristina Acosta, Paul Alan Bennett, Pat Clark, Amy Anderson, Alexis West, Kate McLeod, Karen Bandy, Lori & Lisa Lubbesmeyer, Michael Cassidy, Ken Roth, Denise Rich, and Janice Druian.  Each artist has created a canvas that is “20 x 20”, which will hang in various locations for the first part of the month, before moving to the Group Exhibit and auction finale on August 7th.

In conjunction with the Oregon 150 – a year-long celebration of our state's 150 birthday  – communities host events that honor the people, places and organizations that have been – and continue to be - sources of inspiration and discovery. For 15 years, Arts Central operated Mirror Pond Gallery before closing its doors.   Recent events may have altered the face, but certainly not the cultural value that Arts Central provides to our Central Oregon community, and High Desert Frameworks! is honored to be able to participate in this fund raiser directly benefiting the new Arts Central Educational & Resource Center, located at 875 NW Brooks Street, Bend,  Oregon 97701.

High Desert Frameworks!
431 NW Franklin Avenue
Bend, Oregon 97701
541-647-2191 / 866-549-6250
Hours: 10am to 5:30pm M-F, 10am to 2pm Sat

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 one High Desert Frameworks! located 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. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

Paul Alan Bennett -- Early Release of 'Imaginary Landscapes'

Good News for our dedicated blog readers and subscription list -- We have released online order taking for Paul Alan Bennett's new series, "Imaginary Landscapes," one day early.

Your best value is ordering the fine art prints prior to the release date.  Pre-order with 50% down and save $30 per print. 

Original paintings are online and available for viewing and purchasing.

To order online visit: Paul Alan Bennett's Imaginary Landscapes Series

About Imaginary Landscapes Series:  High Desert Gallery is honored to present “Imaginary Landscapes,” a new series of original paintings and fine art giclees by Oregon artist Paul Alan Bennett.  Drawn from imagined – and yet familiar – landscapes throughout the High Desert, Paul Alan Bennett works with his iconic style to transport the viewer to magical places.  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, most recently in the release of a select group of Limited Edition Fine Art Giclee Prints, and has worked closely with Pendelton 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 spark many of the themes found in this Sisters artist's work.  Paul Alan Bennett's artwork is represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon.

July Events at High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

Cool summer evenings and Hot art events!
High Desert Gallery hosts the very best in fine art experiences this July.

July Artist Reception for Paul Alan Bennett at High Desert Gallery – Redmond Oregon

You're invited to a special artist event Friday July 17th, from 5 – 8pm.

High Desert Gallery is honored to present “Imaginary Landscapes,” a new series of original paintings and fine art giclees by Oregon artist Paul Alan Bennett. Drawn from imagined – and yet familiar – landscapes throughout the High Desert, Paul Alan Bennett works with his iconic style to transport the viewer to magical places.

“The rivers hint of such places as the Columbia River, the Snake and The John Day. The mountains suggest the Cascade Range, The Steens or those found in the high plateau areas of Southern Oregon or Nevada. The brilliance of the stars in the high desert sky are common to all these areas. They are like tiny mirrors sewn into the fabric of the night.

The central theme of all these works is made up of three parts: night sky, mountains and rivers. These act like three chords of music. The placement of boats, birds, trees, rocks, the moon and stars are the accent notes within those chord patterns. The eye is guided around by such accents. This serves to create a silent symphony of wonder and scale, similar to that found in the Romantic images of early American landscape painting.” -- Paul Alan Bennett, June 2009

Join us in Redmond Oregon for "Walk the Art Beat" Friday, July 17, 2009, from 5 - 8pm. Meet Paul Alan Bennett, find out what inspires him and see beautiful framed fine art giclees and original art. Live music from Bellavia, refreshments, and experience the New Redmond Downtown as the dust finally settles and a vibrant community space emerges. We'll be looking for you.

What: Artist Reception for Paul Alan Bennett.
Where: High Desert Gallery, 453 SW 6th Street, Redmond
When: Friday, July 17, 2009, from 5 - 8 pm.
Cost: Free and open to the public

High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing
453 SW 6th Street
Redmond, Oregon 97756
Open Tuesday - Saturday, 11am to 5pm
For more information, 541-388-8964
www.highdesertgallery.com

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2009 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show and Quilters Affair Week Receptions at High Desert Gallery – Sisters Oregon

High Desert Gallery is hosting three stellar events you shouldn't miss.

July Monthly Feature: The Premier of "Going to the Dogs", a new collaborative series by Kathy Deggendorfer and Tonye Belinda Phillips, featuring two Artist Receptions

Sunday, July 5, 2009 – 2:00 to 6:00 PM
AND
Wednesday, July 8, 2009 - 3:00 - 6:30PM

Join us for the premier showing of “ Going to the Dogs,” five new collaborative works by regionally acclaimed Oregon watercolorist, Kathy Deggendorfer and regionally acclaimed quilter and author, Tonye Belinda Phillips. Meet and chat with Kathy and Tonye while enjoying great art, lively conversation, refreshments and live music with Bellavia July 5, and Katie Cavanaugh July 8th!

What: Artist Reception for Kathy Deggendorfer and Tonye Belinda Phillips
Where: High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters, Oregon.
When: Sunday, July 5th, and Wednesday, July 8.  Featuring Live Music and More.
Special Hours for Quilt Show week, 10am to 7pm or later with some nights to 9PM!
Cost: Free and open to the public

For details: 541-388-8964

High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: 10am to 6pm (Summer Hours)
www.highdesertgallery.com

Not to be Missed: Artist Reception with Mixed Media Fiber Artist Trisha Hassler Sunday, July 5, 2009 -- 2:00 – 6:00 PM

High Desert Gallery is pleased and honored to host an artist reception for nationally known mixed media fiber artist, Trisha Hassler. Please join us during the 6th annual "Around the Block" Fiber Arts Stroll Sunday, July 5th in Sisters Oregon and meet Trisha! For our Trisha collectors and gallery clients this is the best time to see a major exhibition of Trisha's work. Meet and chat with Trisha while enjoying great art, lively conversation, live music with Bellavia and refreshments!

What: Artist Reception for Trisha Hassler
Where: High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters, Oregon.
When: Sunday, July 5, 2009 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm.  This event is free and open to the public.
Cost: Free and open to the public

Special Hours for Quilt Show week, 10am to 7pm or later with some nights to 9PM!

For details: 541-388-8964

High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: 10am to 6pm (Summer Hours)
www.highdesertgallery.com

Special Artist Reception with fine art quilter Lura Schwarz Smith Thursday, July 9, from 3:30 to 6:30PM

High Desert Gallery is honored to be hosting an artist reception Thursday, July 9, from 3:30 to 6:30 pm for Internationally known quilt artist Lura Schwarz Smith. Highly acclaimed, Smith has shown her art quilts in regional, national and international quilt shows. Among her many honors was to have one of her quilts included in the “100 Best American Quilts of the 20th Century.”

Lura Schwarz Smith states, “As an artist, I am interested in merging my art background with quilting techniques and to explore those potentials, in the effort to express the inner life through fabric art.”  Meet and chat with Lura Schwarz Smith while enjoying beautiful art, refreshments, and live music from Katie Cavanaugh.

What: Special Artist Reception for Lura Schwarz Smith
Where: High Desert Gallery, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters, Oregon.
When: Thursday, July 9, 2009 from 3:30 TO 6:30PM. This event is free and open to the public.
Cost: Free and open to the public

Special Hours for Quilt Show week, 10am to 7pm or later with some nights to 9PM!

For details: 541-388-8964

High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: 10am to 6pm (Summer Hours)
www.highdesertgallery.com

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July 3 First Friday Event and Month Long Exhibition at High Desert Frameworks! in Bend Oregon - Patrick Horsley

Don't miss out on this exhibition of fine art craft and pottery, featuring nationally recognized Oregon potter, Patrick Horsley.

High Desert Frameworks! In downtown Bend, Oregon, is pleased to announce the July Artist Feature for Oregon fine art potter Patrick Horsley. Nationally recognized, Patrick Horsley, is known throughout America with work exhibited in many galleries and collected by numerous corporations, select museums and private collectors. His artwork is strongly influenced by architecture, both primitive and contemporary with most of the work being decorative as opposed to utilitarian. Teapots, a special interest of Patrick, have evolved into signature pieces, which are included in many collections throughout the world. Patrick remarks, "The challenge of my work is to combine the many elements (handles, feet, spouts and lids) into a work that dances and presents a new view and image of a familiar form. My primary interest is in the process and the physical dance of making the pots."

Join us for the opening reception at the First Friday Gallery Walk on Friday, July 3 from 5-9pm. Enjoy great art, refreshments and more. The event if free and open to the public. For more information on the event, Patrick, and the Custom Framing and fine craft gallery please call 1-866-549-6250, or visit www.highdesertgallery.com.

What: Art Exhibition and Sale - Patrick Horsley Fine Art Pottery.
When: Art Opening Friday, July 3, 2009 from 5 to 9pm.  Exhibition through July 30.
Cost: Free and open to the public
Where: High Desert Frameworks!,431 NW Franklin Avenue Bend Oregon 97701

High Desert Frameworks!
431 NW Franklin Avenue
Bend, Oregon 97701
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Hours: 10am to 5:30pm M-F, 10am to 2pm Sat

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Where's Miss Dotty and Yello? 

Why, they're off on a new adventure, of course, this time in Sisters Oregon, visiting the Heritage Building through the month of July 2009.

High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon in cooperation with The Heritage Building in Sisters 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 Heritage House through July 30, 2009. This event is free and open to the public.

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

When: July 3 through July 30, 2009 - Open Daily 10am to 5pm.
Where: The Heritage Building, 220 SW Pine Street, Sisters OR 97759
Cost: Free and open to the public

Sponsored by: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: 10am to 6pm (Summer Hours)
www.highdesertgallery.com

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 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 one High Desert Frameworks! located 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. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon announces the release of "Imaginary Landscapes" by Paul Alan Bennett

Imagine: gliding over the glass-smooth surface of a river just as the few stars peek out of the summer evening sky.

Imagine: following ancient waterways, reading the centuries revealed in the rock face.

High Desert Gallery is honored to present “Imaginary Landscapes,” a new series of original paintings and fine art giclees by Oregon artist Paul Alan Bennett. Drawn from imagined – and yet familiar – landscapes throughout the High Desert, Paul Alan Bennett works with his iconic style to transport the viewer to magical places.

“The rivers hint of such places as the Columbia River, the Snake and The John Day. The mountains suggest the Cascade Range, The Steens or those found in the high plateau areas of Southern Oregon or Nevada. The brilliance of the stars in the high desert sky are common to all these areas. They are like tiny mirrors sewn into the fabric of the night.

The central theme of all these works is made up of three parts: night sky, mountains and rivers. These act like three chords of music. The placement of boats, birds, trees, rocks, the moon and stars are the accent notes within those chord patterns. The eye is guided around by such accents. This serves to create a silent symphony of wonder and scale, similar to that found in the Romantic images of early American landscape painting.” -- Paul Alan Bennett, June 2009

The release schedule for Imaginary Landscapes  - including the original paintings and an edition of 195 signed and numbered fine art giclee prints for each title -  is as follows:

Releasing June 15, 2009: “Stars Over Sisters”, “The Time Traveler”, and “The Magic Mountain.”

Releasing August 1, 2009: “Echoes of the Cascades”, “Owyhee Evening”, and “Columbia Basin at Night”.

Releasing October 1, 2009: “Early Morning Calm” , and “Red Moon over the John Day”.

Stellar custom framing options  by High Desert Frameworks! will be available on all artwork. Set your alarm clock for midnight June 15, 2009 as you can conveniently order online at www.highdesertgallery.com. Preordering is easy by calling High Desert Gallery at 866-549-6250 during normal business hours and by all means please  visit a High Desert Gallery in Central Oregon.

Please contact us if you would like a brochure mailed to you or to someone you think would appreciate receiving this information.

Paul Alan Bennett's work reminds us why we love the High Desert - those who are lucky enough to live here, and those who dream of living here.  Capture your dream by acquiring one of these very special "Imaginary Landscapes" before they're gone.  

ARTIST RECEPTION IN REDMOND FOR PAUL ALAN BENNETT - FRIDAY, JULY 17, FROM 5 - 8 PM.

Join us in Redmond Oregon for "Walk the Art Beat" Friday, July 17, 2009, from 5 - 8pm.  Meet Paul Alan Bennett, learn more about the inspiration behind his artwork and see beautiful framed fine art giclees and original art.  Live music, refreshments, and a hoot for sure.

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

When: Friday, July 17, 2009, from 5 - 8 pm.

See the New Redmond Downtown as the dust finally settles and a vibrant community space emerges, pedestrian friendly and showcasing good art, good food, good books, and...well, other good stuff.  We'll be looking for you.

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, most recently in the release of a select group of Limited Edition Fine Art Giclee Prints, and has worked closely with Pendelton 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 spark many of the themes found in this Sisters artist's work.  Paul Alan Bennett's artwork is represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon.

Coming June 15th -- Imaginary Landscapes by Paul Alan Bennett

Original paintings and fine art giclee prints by nationally known Oregon artist, Paul Alan Bennett.  Contact High Desert Gallery and we'll mail you a full color brochure.  Call us at 866-549-6250 or email us at:  Contact High Desert Gallery.

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.

Upcoming Events at High Desert Gallery - May 2009

Upcoming May Events at High Desert Gallery - Redmond Oregon

High Desert Gallery Construction Bucks Sale

While Downtown Redmond is receiving a much-needed facelift, High Desert Gallery - Redmond is helping you save on our award winning framing with our Construction Bucks Sale.

During May receive $50 off your custom framing order of $250 or more. Plus, we're offering Daily Twitter Specials to all of our tweeple. Each day, High Desert Gallery will announce a special on Twitter good for that day.

Want to know how to save even more $'s?  Purchase Redmond's Construction Bucks* at the Redmond City Hall for an additional 30% savings.  You pay $140 for $200 of Construction Bucks!  A $60 savings plus our $50 coupon for a grand total of $110 in savings!   Remember you can use Construction Bucks just like cash at High Desert Gallery in Redmond Oregon.   Want the great deal?  Then visit:  www.constructionbucks.com for more information.

Not one of High Desert Gallery's tweeple yet? Just sign in here, or check out our new Construction Bucks website daily to see what piece of artwork or other goodie is offered at remarkable savings. For more information, visit www.constructionbucks.com.

High Desert Gallery
453 SW 6th Street
Redmond, Oregon 97756
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 5pm, (Special Construction Hours)
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Upcoming May Events at High Desert Gallery - Sisters Oregon

Artist Spotlight: New Work by Grace Bishko

High Desert Gallery - Sisters  will be exhibiting three new pieces by nationally known Bend Artist, Grace Bishko. Working in pen and gouache on handmade paper Grace introduces us to a whimsical look at our fellow inhabitants in this farming and ranching area. “Baa Baa”, “Los Dos Burros” and “Maa Maa” are the perfect compliment for Spring.

Artist Spotlight: Kathy Deggendorfer

During May, High Desert Gallery Sisters will be showing new work by regionally known Sisters Artist Kathy Deggendorfer. And don't miss Kathy Deggendorfer on OPB Oregon Art Beat Show, May 7th. Get an up close look at how this artist works.

Artist Spotlight: Paul Alan Bennett

During May, High Desert Gallery Sisters will be showing new original paintings by nationally known Sisters Oregon Artist Paul Alan Bennett.

Artist Reception:  West of West, A Celebrate Ranch Life at High Desert Gallery  - Sisters Oregon

Group Show Opens May 30 through June 29. Please join us for the Artist Group Reception Saturday, May 30, from 4 – 7pm. The All-Star lineup of High Desert Gallery Artists includes Kristina Acosta, J Chester Armstrong, Paul Alan Bennett, Kathy Deggendorfer, Trisha Hassler, Kimry Jelen, John Simpkins and Jerry Werner  and special guest artists, Sue C Smith and Jean Wells.

High Desert Gallery And Custom Framing
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: F/S/S/M 10am to 5pm, T/W/H 10am-2:30pm (Spring Hours)
Open Daily:  10am to 6pm Starting June 14, 2009 (Summer Hours)
www.highdesertgallery.com

Artist Feature - 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.

“Miss Dotty & Yello” - Artist Collaboration Exhibition
When: April 11, 2009 through June 28, 2009 - Open Daily
Where: The Lodge At Suttle Lake – Boardroom
Cost: Free and open to the public

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 in Sisters Oregon.

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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.

Artist Thoughts - My Own Two Hands in Sisters, Oregon

Central Oregon and Sisters area art lovers will have plenty to look at during the My Own Two Hands Art Stroll, Friday Night, April 17th, from 4:30 to 7pm.   This year's theme is "Something Wild," featuring beautiful donated work to benefit the art and music programs in the Sisters Oregon School District, through the Sisters Folk Festival and the Americana Project. To bid on any of the works please contact the Sisters Folk Festival .  Good Luck and happy bidding! 

High Desert Gallery in Sisters is honored to be exhibiting the donated work by Paul Alan Bennett, Kathy Deggendorfer, J Chester (Skip) Armstrong, John Simpkins, Kimry Jelen and Cristina Acosta specifically during the Art Stroll. We thought we would share with you the artists' thoughts and the inspiration behind this year's donated work.  Join us on Friday, April 17th (4:30-7pm) during the art stroll for great art, refreshments and live music by Doug and Katie Cavanaugh.

Wild Thing - My Own Two Hands Artist Thoughts: Paul Alan Bennett

The current recession has, at times, made me feel timid and tenuous about money matters and future possibilities.  The world had become a scary place like the forests of old where monsters once were thought to lurk.  Feeling such timidity affected my productivity.  I had no ideas and was hesitant to even start.  After two months of feeling like this I knew it was time for a change.  I needed to find a place that gave me strength.  Such a place happened when I started reworking an older painting of a boy leaping into the water.  I changed the water to the forest- that leap into the unknown.  The figure is strong and in action, leaping/diving into the branches of the tree.  The dark parts of the painting deal with that unknown element and the red color of the branches could be seen as blood vessels.  The forest/recession in still a monster in the psyche needing to be confronted.   The strength in the painting comes in two forms:  The action of the figure confronting the unknown is one.  Also, the fact that I was doing this painting with the intent of giving it away.  There is strength to be found in giving.  The fears of the current recession cannot affect such an act negatively.   After I finished this painting I found my mind to be full of new painting ideas.  What a transformation from how I had been feeling just a few weeks before.  I had found my place of strength.   Paul Alan Bennett April 2009   

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.    

Walkin' On The Wild Side - My Own Two Hands Artist Thoughts: Kathy Deggendorfer

"Walkin' On The Wild Side". Everybody in Sisters loves their dog.... some folks like them so much they take them to day care-- puppy play dates!  So in celebration--  K and T are doin' the year of the Dog!!  Tonye and I have had such fun working on our collaborative show for this July --Going To The Dogs-- it was a natural to do this piece for My Own Two Hands.... Something Wild!  We were out for one of our "cobweb clearing" walks one day this winter and happened upon one of the folks from Central Bark (our local doggie day care) taking their charges out for their daily "constitutional".    If it had been ME in charge- it would have been "Chaos on a String" or worse.  I love dogs, but they don't seem to have too much respect for me. Not so with this pro dog walker.....  it was clear which end of the leash was in charge. So three cheers for dogs and dog walkers!   It's a "Walk on The Wild Side"  every day at Central Bark.  --- notice how the leash from the painting syncs with the leash on the quilt!    Awwww.  now that's dang cute! Come to the Auction and support art, music and creativity in Sisters....  Kathy Deggendorfer April 2009                   

About Kathy Deggendorfer: Kathy Deggendorfer lives on a cattle and hay ranch just outside of Sisters, Oregon. Inspired by the color, pattern and texture of her surroundings, she creates vibrant and colorful watercolor paintings. Whimsical images of flowers and ranch life fill the paintings with color and life. "Folks tell me they just feel happy when they look at my work-- that makes me happy."  Raised in Portland, Oregon, in a clothing manufacturing family, she says ,"Sewing skills skipped a generation with me... but I love fabric. I like to call my creations 'Painters Quilts.' I can prowl around the rounders full of prints at the Stitchin' Post with the best of 'em... I just put my fabrics in with a paintbrush." Kathy's collaborative work with master quilter, Tonye Belinda Phillips, is another fun combination of painted image and textile interpretation.  Kathy is currently working on a project about Oregon Specialty Farming and sustainable farm practices. This project takes her out into the fields of Oregon farms to paint and learn about what makes Oregon agricultural practices and people unique. Trips to the cattle ranches of Eastern Oregon and vineyards of the Willamette Valley provide her with plenty of rich and colorful images.  Kathy's work is collected throughout the Pacific Northwest and reaches out to all corners of the United States.  Kathy was selected to create the official Oregon 2008 ornament for the White House Christmas Tree.   Represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon, she has pieces in the permanent collection at Redmond Airport, 2007 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Poster Artist, she wrote and illustrated a children's book for St. Charles Medical Center, and her work has been translated into clothing and fabric for Columbia Sportswear. In 2005, Kathy was awarded 'Citizen of the Year' in Sisters Oregon for her contributions to the community and the arts. High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon is honored to represent Kathy Deggendorfer exclusively in Central Oregon.   

Soul Catcher - My Own Two Hands Artist Thoughts: Kimry Jelen  
     
Soul Catcher, is a portrait inspired by the romantic era from the mid 1800's with the dark shadowy background and dramatic highlights. While painting, I imagined all the special horses I have met with those big liquid eyes and that wonderful silky coat that swept me off my feet and carried me on their backs. Some horses are able to look deep into your soul - they know everything about you and accept you anyway. It is a humbling experience that touches your heart. Kimry Jelen, April 2009   

About Kimry Jelen: Central Oregon is home for professional horse trainer and artist, Kimry Jelen. She demonstrates an intimate understanding of her subjects. Her contemporary style flows freely from abstract to representational. She uses playful perspectives and surprising colors to express passion in her art. "My art is an opportunity to share with others what nature shares with me. Every creation is a celebration of life, whether an aspen grove, the power of horses, or an animal's sense of humor! I receive so much joy from interpreting my love of nature with paint, brush and palette knife."

Kimry's art is also influenced by the places she has lived and traveled. She worked for ranches in the Rocky Mountains of Montana and New Mexico. She's walked with primates on safari in Africa and rode horses in the classical arenas of Portugal and Spain. Inspiration from these places can be seen in her use of space, unique texture and remarkable color combinations. This native Oregonian's work has found its way into private collections across the United States and the continents she's visited.  High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon is honored to represent Kimry Jelen exclusively in Central Oregon.                         

Something Wild Outside My Window - My Own Two Hands Artist Thoughts: Cristina Acosta

This painting expresses the contentment, curiosity and happiness I feel watching the birds. The Ponderosa pine, manzanita and bitterbrush garden around my art studio offer shelter and food to the native and migrating birds in Central Oregon. I put several birdfeeders outside my studio windows so that I can watch the birds as I paint. Last summer a lost racing pigeon stayed for a couple of weeks, getting fat and rested before flying off to join a wild flock that roost near the river. 

Some birds arrive to the feeders in flocks, others visit singly or in pairs. I imagine their flights over the mountains and through severe storms before they find a haven and a snack in my garden, tucked into the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains.  Cristina Acosta                     

About Cristina Acosta: Cristina's career has included: A two-year stint as a billboard mural and lettering artist. Five years teaching college art classes. Nine years as an artisan tile designer & production artist for her nationally distributed signature line of ceramic tile during the 1990’s, life long love of the arts and more.   Her artistry is featured in a variety of books and magazines, including her successful art book, Paint Happy! (North Light Books, ©2002,2004). She illustrated the children’s book, When Woman Became the Sea (Beyond Words Pub., ©1998) and contributed to many other books and periodicals including Artist Magazine, Pure Inspiration, Better Homes and Gardens, House Beautiful, Latina magazine, Latina Style, Good Housekeeping, and Woman’s Day home design publications.  Cristina continually paints and writes from her studio at her home in the rain-shadow of the Cascade Mountains. She creates three distinct series of paintings: Paint Happy series, Hispanic Heritage series (Madonnas) and her oils including her Animal Spirit series. Despite the different styles, her work is typified by her lush use of color, dynamic design and the presence of joy. Museums, galleries and collectors nationwide collect and exhibit her work.   Cristina's work is represented by and available for sale through High Desert Gallery's Fine Art Gallery in Central Oregon.      

Speak Your Mind - My Own Two Hands Artist Thoughts:  John Simpkins

“Speak Your Mind” (the painting) is the result of a stop-motion animation project used in a documentary film, "Speak Your Mind" entered in the "Doc Challenge 2009.” The painting includes an original hand-painted wooden liner created by me especially. The panel (artwork) is the final painting in a series of approximately 200 painted images in the animated film, and all the other paintings are underneath this one! So the winning bid/buyer is getting 201 paintings in one! “Speak Your Mind,” includes a copy of the documentary film created for the “Doc Challenge 2009.”

About John Simpkins: Renowned painter, John Simpkins’ work draws upon Americana, folk and medieval art, myth and mysticism, and is avidly collected by dedicated patrons throughout North America. Nationally published artist, gallery owner, and supporter of the arts, John has received national recognition. Born in Napa Valley, California, he studied at UC Davis and privately with Earl Thollander and Gordon Brusstar. His work has been reproduced in limited edition prints and distributed nationally. Since 1976, John has had many one-man and group shows in California and Oregon.  John lives in Central Oregon with his standard poodle companion, Phoebe, atop a rocky plateau five miles south of Sisters. His travels include much of the continental United States, Mexico, Europe, India, Southeast Asia, and most recently Nepal and Tibet. John paints intuitively, encouraging his emotional voice to speak: Simpkins says, "I paint with my heart." He enjoys painting, tending his orchid collection, and designing interiors.

My Own Two Hands Artist Thoughts:  J Chester Armstrong

We all wait with anticipation to see what magic Skip will bring to us this year. The piece was not complete at press time, and will be revealed at the art stroll. Skip's support is greatly appreciated!

About J Chester Armstrong: A self taught artist, Skip achieved national and international reputation through gallery representation in major art cities including Carmel, Laguna Beach, Palm Desert, Santa Fe, Taos, Aspen and others. He has been sculpting professionally since 1972 and his work is sought after by private and corporate collectors worldwide.  "My art depicts and expresses the world of nature - primitive, immediate and direct; the screams of eagles soaring on the wind; the stealth of big cats hunting; coyotes howling at the moon rise; the pound of horses on the run; otters playing water tag ... these things move me; this and me are one - brothers of the life force. To find this is my joy, to express it, my passion," states Armstrong.  High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon is honored to represent J Chester Armstrong in Central Oregon.     

My Own Two Hands Art Stroll activities at High Desert Gallery of Sisters Oregon      

Artists of My Own Two Hands -- Original Paintings & and more!
April 1 - April 30, 2009
Artist Reception - Friday April 17, 2009 4:30-7PM. 
Meet the Artists, Enjoy Refreshments and Live Music by Doug and Katie Cavanaugh
High Desert Gallery
281 W Cascade Avenue at Oak
Sisters, Oregon 97759
541-388-8964 / 866-549-6250
Open Daily: F/S/S/M 10am to 5pm, T/W/H 10am-2:30pm (Winter Hours)
www.highdesertgallery.com

March And April at High Desert Gallery

Spring may be just around the corner but why wait to see what High Desert Gallery artists have picked just for you?

Our Redmond Gallery is showcasing the work of Paul Alan Bennett through the month of March. Paul's ability to capture the spirit and ambiance of High Desert life is unsurpassed. From the evocative “The Past Floats Over the High Desert” to “Driving Through Dry Canyon at Night” and “Firework Nights”, the depth and maturity in Paul's new work is evident and always impressive. Despite the economic condition, collectors continue to support Paul Alan Bennett and High Desert Gallery is honored to represent him. We all look forward to sharing this exciting body of work with you.

In Sisters, kick up your heels over a new series of monoprints by regionally known Oregon artist Patricia Freeman-Martin. We guarantee you won't look at these cowgirls and their fancy ponies without smiling – which is what we're all about at High Desert Gallery and Custom Framing of Central Oregon. We want you to smile when you come into one of our galleries, and take some of that good cheer home with you, perhaps in the form of an original piece of art. Patricia's life-long love affair with ranch life and our Oregon lifestyle shows in this strong new body of work, filled with the excitement and energy of good art. Patricia's sense of capturing the moment is infectious – we think it will be hard for you not to take one of these delightful “Trick Riders” home.

In April, the Redmond Gallery will be hosting Nationally known, award winning Oregon artist Trisha Hassler. As an artist, Trisha is unique in her use of reclaimed torch-cut steel and often hand-dyed, improvisational quilting. Her work has been featured in select group shows and museums throughout the world. But it isn't the uniqueness of her art form that captures and holds our attention as much as it is the subtle beauty and deeper meaning behind the work.

Trisha states, “All the pieces in this continuing series speak quietly of the intricate center of our most private being surrounded by a strong protective armor..and the interplay of the two dissimilar elements is a reminder to embrace the ever shifting balance present in our lives.” Trisha Hassler is represented exclusively in Central Oregon at High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing in Redmond and Sisters, Oregon.

And it's back – the Redmond Walk The Art Beat is starting the new season with the first event scheduled for Friday April 24, from 5 – 8pm. We'll be here with refreshments, good conversation and good friends. Featured Artist is Trisha Hassler, as well as a Redmond High School Guest Ceramic Artist. We'll be looking for you. Join us for great art, refreshments and live music by Doug and Katie Cavanaugh!

April in Sisters is My Own Two Hands, and High Desert Gallery is excited to be exhibiting  new work by Paul Alan Bennett, Kathy Deggendorfer, J Chester Armstrong, and Cristina Acosta specifically for this event. One of the true treasures of Sisters is the strong and supportive community life, and events such as My own Two Hands, under the auspices of the Sisters Folk Festival, is your opportunity to come out and have fun while benefiting the Sisters Americana Project. Don't miss the Art Stroll and Chili Feed on Friday, April 17, 2009. Great art, great music, great people from 4:30 to 7:00.  Join us at High Desert Gallery for great art, refreshments and live music by Doug and Katie Cavanaugh! Then head on over to Bronco Billy's for hot chili and more live music. We'll be posting more about this event in the future in case we haven't sold you on it yet. But we will. Trust us. This is what living in Sisters is all about.

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 (Open Summer 2009), 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). 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. The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.