Spring Exchange
-- -- April 11 - May 2
The concept for this exhibit was to offer up the gallery space to these artists to bring in some of their underrepresented inventory and give the public a chance to see work by some of the outstanding talent that resides right here in the valley. In addition to the quality and diversity of the artwork in this show, the numerous donated pieces made it stand out as an example of the genuine support our local artists are offering for the continued presence of an independent contemporary art gallery in downtown La Grande.
Featured Image: Installation Detail by Jo Topholm
Featured Image2: Family by Kevin Boylan
Featured Artists:
Kevin L. Cornelius, Sue Orlaske, Brenna Tyler, Tom Dimond, Doug Kaigler, John Mueller, Mona Dinger, Amber Maclean, Kevin Boylan, Steve Feldman, Judd Koehn, Peter Johnson, Jo Topholm, Jaime Gustavson, Kerry Loewen, Kathelene Galloway, and Ian ClarkEastern Exposure
-- Mar.14 - April 4th
"Eastern Exposure", an exhibit of work by the advanced students
of EOU photography professor Kerry Loewen and ceramics professor Peter Johnson. The exhibition highlights the accomplishments of both the Advanced Ceramics and Studio Photography classes.
This exhibit marks the first of what the gallery hopes will be many presentations of the exemplary work being produced by the students and faculty of Eastern Oregon University. In an effort to connect the community and the University, Cold Coffee Media and the Satellite Gallery are working with Eastern to bring the best of their art downtown.
Advanced Ceramics focuses on the development of wheel throwing skills and the implementation of each students artistic voice in the creation of hand made pottery.
Studio Photography students learn to place every light and reflection in a controlled environment. The exhibited photographs were all preconceived then "constructed" in the studio.
Winter Invitational
-- February 8th - March 10th 2008
About the Artists
Brenna Tyler is a life long resident of the Grande Ronde Valley and a 2003 alum of EOU. Her paintings and sculptures are shown and collected nationally, but their subject matter remains close to her home and her heart. Her love of horses and the natural beauty of the Northwest is a driving force behind her intricate and inspired works of art.
Doug Gisi is a professional artist and metal fabricator from Walla Walla. His renowned architectural metalwork adorns some of the Northwest's finest restaurants, shops and wineries. Although he is always busy with architectural projects, he still finds the time to produce art pieces that show his genuine respect for material and demonstrate his unique artistic vision and refined craftsmanship.
The work of Waypoint Studio
-- December 14th 2007 - January 31st 2008
Waypoint Studio was founded in 2004 by Annie Eskelin, Bill Atwood, and John Mueller. Kevin Boylan joined in 2005. The group works in a wide range of mediums including painting, sculpture, metal fabrication, and glass.
About the Artists
-- Those folks behind the work
Annie Eskelin, a 2004 alum of Eastern Oregon University, creates her art with materials from paper to steel and seamlessly integrates drawing, painting and sculpture in her intimate and engaging pieces. She has received numerous awards for her work at regional juried exhibitions including Best of Show, Best 2-D and Best Painting.
Kevin Boylan, a 2003 alum of Eastern Oregon University, is a glassblower and sculptor. After graduating, he began studying glass under former EOU professor and revered local artist Tom Dimond. After three years of exploring techniques in glass, he is now incorporating blown glass elements in his mixed media sculpture. He has shown at Carnegie Art Center in Walla Walla, and was a featured artist at Crossroads Art Center in Baker City in 2005. Most recently, he was invited to show at Art Slate in Condon, Oregon and was awarded best in show at the Pendleton Art Center regional juried exhibition and Best 3D at Seasons Faire in La Grande.
John Mueller, a 1991 alum of the University of North Texas, presents mixed media sculptural work that addresses some of the darker recesses of the contemporary human condition, executed with precise craftsmanship and an often mischievous sense of humor. He has had two solo exhibitions, and has won honors in numerous juried shows in Texas and the Northwest.