Vol.5 Edition 4 - Winter 2016
A Cutter & Cutter Fine Art Magazine
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Daniel E. Greene • Thomas Arvid • Mark Wood • George Gallo • KAMU
For the Love of Art... and Wine! 2016 Exhibition & Sale February - March
Artist's Reception:
Friday, February 12th
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www. c ut t erand c ut t er.co m Slated for Success, Mixed Media Original, 72" x 32"
“Two O’Keeffes”
54in x 44in, Oil on Linen
“Recent Auction & Subway Paintings” Exhibition & Sale
January - February, 2016
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Exhibition Catalog Available Brilliance in Color Gallery
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www.cutterandcutter.com “To North Moore St.”
58in x 58in, Oil on Linen
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From the Editor New Art for the New year It is New Year's Eve and I am writing sans my usual white wine that helps mellow me out. Last year is now in our rear view mirror and it looks... well... I am glad it's there. Challenges, changes and the choreography of the dance that art dealers must do to succeed were “waltzed” throughout 2015's puzzling days. There were many new steps to be learned, as the music played on in our St. Augustine galleries. In 2015 we “stepped-up” our game with worldclass art from Daniel Greene and added the flourish of an elegant energy emitted by the paintings of George Gallo, whose artistry of expression is lovely and intriguing. Our dance card also held KAMU, the Russian couple, that reminds us all of the pleasures to be found in collecting art that brilliantly merges a modern flair, with that of Medieval artists. As always, the time-honored technique of the Yun's hand-made paper tapestries and sculptures hit all the high notes... collectors just loved it! Moving forward we are starting 2016 off right, with our very first exhibition and personal appearance of Daniel Greene in January. In February, Thomas Arvid will be here for a “Really Big Show” of new originals, fine art prints and his new ideas... Thomas is a master. Our dear friend Dean Mitchell will “paint St. Augustine” which is sure to be historic... and worthy of our wait. The new year keeps getting better... Mark Wood is new to our gallery and his passion to explore the organic surprises found within the wood he locates is shear art. So too is the art glass of David Lotton, yes that David Lotton of the famous Lotton Family. There will be much to do in 2016 in your homes and offices; with us, and our “best in the Nation” staff, who can be found daily on the “dance floors” of Brilliance In Color & Galeria del Mar. You can expect beautiful things to occur, we look forward to seeing you in the galleries!
Len Cutter
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Peter Strauss Ranch II
Country Road, Morning Light
Oil on Linen, 38" x 50"
After the Rain
Washington Waterfall
​ eorge Gallo began painting at an early age and was especially attracted G to the beauty of landscapes. He studied under the Russian Master George Cherepov in Greenwich, Connecticut. Gallo is also a noted Hollywood director and screenwriter having done such films as Midnight Run, Bad Boys, and Middle Men. He has received numerous awards for both his painting and filmmaking and his paintings can be found in prominent collections around the world.
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Highlights
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Daniel Greene - Unity of Opposites by Michael Gormley
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Arvid - For the Love of Art... and Wine by Amber Byrd
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A Fascinating and Rewarding Journey by George Gallo
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Masters of the Medium by Len Cutter
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Mark Wood - Discovering the Beauty by Scott Dingfelder
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A Little Personal Insight by Sonya Cutter
Departments 32 35 40 42
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In the Spotlight - Kamu The Art "Seen" New Arrivals at Brilliance In Color New Arrivals at Galeria del Mar
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Daniel Greene
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George Gallo
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Unity of Opposites: Auction and Subway Paintings by Michael Gormley
Daniel Greene in his New York studio with his painting, Lot 134 - The Waters Fine.
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of us. Perhaps this is why we revere them. Visual artists in particular point the way to sights we have missed with enchanting works of art that pinpoint and replicate optical sensations that simulate real life perceptions.
he comings and goings of the real world barrage our senses with a heady stew of scents, sounds and sights. Our wondrous minds sift through this flux of nerve tingling excitements and flags those sensory bits that groove with familiar patterns stored in evolutionary memory banks. Duly dependent upon our light sensitive eyes to pick up sensations that register in our mind as color, size, and texture, we are able to respond to environmental changes within seconds.
Daniel Greene is such an artist. He is a consummate realist, a virtuoso at replicating the visual effects that give form to the natural world and the built environment. Such effects exist as continuums book-ended by dual absolutes, i.e. hard/soft; big/small; near/ far; dark/light. We reach for clarity about a specific thing (and how it compares to other things) by ascertaining its place in relation to a set pair of opposites - and arrive at a dual description that comprises
Thankfully, we are all sensitive creatures tuned to survive in this complex and not always friendly world. Artists however seem hyper-sensitive and exist in a heightened state of sensorial awareness; they seem to see, hear and feel things before the rest 10
Waiting - Wall Street
Oil on Linen, 38" x 33"
"Daniel Greene... is a consummate realist, a virtuoso at replicating the visual effects that give form to the natural world and the built environment." 11
Wall Street - Steel Beam
36” x 52”, Oil on Wood
what it is and what it is not. Opposites co-substantiate each other - hot cannot exist without cold. This tension is how we experience life - a push-pull universe (rather than a stasis) see-sawing between extremes. The power of Greene’s illusionistic artistry exploits this recognition of oppositional forces. For example, in “Wall St. – Steel Beam,” shiny smooth subway tiles reflect a hard florescent glare; in comparison, the porous terra-cotta carvings and paint peeling girder absorb and scatter light. In “Approaching the City” Greene creates a life-like tension by juxtaposing the auctioneer’s pointing gesture against the background image of a train tunnel. Similarly, the specular reflection of the jewelry in "Woman with a Pearl Earring", seen against the diffused light of her hair and clothing, assures a tactile rivalry that pays homage to Vermeer and the Old Dutch masters.
Woman with a Pearl Earring 12
Oil on Linen, 24" x 18"
Approaching the City
Oil on Linen, 50" x 43" 13
To North Moore Street
Oil on Linen, 58" x 58"
Without question, Greene achieves a level of pictorial realism that requires a technical prowess and native talent that few contemporary artists can lay claim to. And yet this uncanny realism is not all attributable to a virtuoso handling of surface effects; it also underscores an existential narrative that is essentially dialectic with roots in the neoplatonic term coincidentia oppositorum. Latin for “coincidences of opposites,” the phrase describes the revelation of the oneness of things previously believed to be different.
The theme of constant motion and change arising from opposing forces pervades Greene’s work - no small feat in an art form that is essentially static. Rapid transit is designed to efficiently transport large groups of people in a timely fashion and yet we all identify with the figure in “To North Moore Street” and the seemingly endless period of isolation she is experiencing while awaiting the next train. Auctions similarly move forward in fits and starts as does the market value assigned to cultural artifacts. “Frankenthaler’s Flood” 14
and “Lot 111 – Winslow Homer� offer a narrative within a narrative on changing tastes in art and the market forces that drives them. As a young realist painter coming of age during the heyday of Abstract Expressionism, Greene witnessed the meteoritic rise of post-war American modernism. His auction paintings attest to the current blue-chip status of some of its earliest proponents.
Lot 111 - Winslow Homer
Greene has also witnessed a popular resurgence of contemporary realism among young artists - a style in opposition to modernist practice. Here again is evidence of the contradictory nature of life - the unity of opposites. Natural law demands that the very existence of an opposing force urges its opposite into activity. It follows that in the very near future it will be contemporary realist works that are fetching record prices at auction.
Oil on Linen, 30" x 25"
Michael Gormley Curator Portraits, Inc.
Daniel Greene and his wife, Wende Caporale, in front of Greene's painting "Eleven A.M."
Frankenthaler - Flood
Daniel Greene's work is on display and available at Brilliance In Color. Please call the gallery at 904.810.0460 for details, pricing and assistance with acquisitions. As well, the gallery can assist with hotel accommodations.
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For the Love of Art… and Wine
He's relaxed, laid back, and if you notice, his cowboy boots just seem to glide across the gallery with ease as he interacts with friends, old and new alike. As Industry Magazine put it, "You would never guess that the congenial young man with the exquisite manners of a Southern gentleman was, in fact, a famous painter." People are drawn to his humble spirit as much as they are drawn to his paintings that reflect his love for wine.
by Amber Byrd
A year in the making, the upcoming Valentine’s Day weekend show at Cutter & Cutter's Galeria del Mar has been a labor of love for Thomas. With his most recent efforts focused on providing exclusive limited editions and new originals for his collectors. Those who plan to attend this beautiful show will be in for quite the treat. Arvid embodies the art of living graciously with a generosity of spirit. As he says, “The good things in life — work that you love, places you visit, wine that you drink — are best when shared.” For Valentine’s Day weekend he will be sharing several very special paintings exclusive to the Cutter Family's Galleries. His pre-release exclusive and the original oil on canvas titled “Wishful Thinking” features a lovely celebration with the bubbles of Veuve Cliquot center stage. Having the rare opportunity to acquire this Arvid original adds to the excitement of this enchanting evening — celebrating our love of art and wine.
Thomas Arvid, America's Preeminent Painter of Wine, exudes an obvious joy and passion for life. His paintings overflow with these natural, undeniable qualities, as well. Both his paintings and his heart are generous in size, leading to meaningful conversations with gallery goers impressed by his artistic talent. Arvid is humbled by the response to his work: "Wine is a great subject because people are familiar with it; they really connect to it. My paintings are really the landscapes between people sharing wine — It's amazing that my collectors find personal fulfillment in my work, especially when I'm just doing what I love."
In addition, Arvid’s newest sublimation on metal titled “Unstoppable” (which was recently revealed at Silver Oak Cellars) will be available to collectors for the first time at this event. Yet another beautiful and rare addition to the celebration is his original sketch “Release Day” which will also be available during the exhibition. “Release Day” is the official commemorative artwork for Silver Oak's 2011 Napa Valley Cabernet Release at the Oakville Winery this coming year. 16
Wishful Thinking
Oil on Canvas, 36" x 36"
The new “Friends in Town� sublimation on metal is another release exclusive to Cutter & Cutter Fine Art. With collectors drawn to the pure luminosity and brilliance of these works on metal, this popular new medium brings another level of saturation and depth to Arvid’s paintings. The color, tone, and richness that is revealed is art unto itself. With Arvid's paintings on metal quickly selling out, the popularity of these editions continues to rise.
Sharing a glass of wine and good conversation is at the heart of everything Arvid does. He is inspired by the "life of the vine" and the dedication that it takes to get from grape to glass. Passion and perseverance are paramount for both the winemaker and the artist. Enjoying their finished work together results in the most exceptional experience in art and wine. As the Los Angeles Times said, "Arvid is the Rembrandt of Yountville and his 17
Release Day The official commemorative art of Silver Oak's 2015 Alexander Valley release.
Ink on Paper, 24" x 36"
excellence of skill and mastery of art is something to savor and enjoy, just as you would a fine wine." For Arvid, meeting new collectors and catching up with old friends at gallery shows and wine celebrations is what he loves. As he puts it, “I paint wine because I love wine. Art is an excellent medium for sharing that love with others. I hope that by exploring my work you get a little closer to the feeling that you have when you're enjoying a great glass of wine.” With extraordinary skill and talent, Thomas Arvid evokes a deep sense of love, togetherness, and joy with each painting he completes — all for the love of art... and wine. About Thomas Arvid Thomas Arvid possesses an unerring ability to refine a moment. In doing so he captures our wonder and has become an art world phenomenon. Art Business News (May 2003) credits him with "launching a
Friends in Town Limited Edition Sublimation on Metal, 36" x 24" 18
Unstoppable
Limited Edition Sublimation on Metal, 18" x 36"
major art trend..." With his over-sized still life compositions of wine and the rituals surrounding it, Arvid astounds viewers with the intricate details of his images and with his mastery of light, depth, and reflection. He has been featured in USA Today, LA Times, Wine Spectator and named “one of 50 artists you should know� by US Art Magazine. His original and limited edition works reside in homes on every continent. Drawn to wine by his focus on the color red, Arvid knew he had discovered something when his paintings featuring red wine were being purchased before they were even finished. Today, Arvid enjoys the serenity of his studio cabin tucked behind the trees just outside Atlanta, Georgia. It is here and during his many travels to art towns abroad where he captures exquisite beauty on canvas. Learn more about Arvid and view all his paintings at www.cutterandcutter. com or visit us at Galeria del Mar. 2016 Thomas Arvid Personal Appearance February 12-14 at Galeria del Mar.
Breaking the Ice Limited Edition Sublimation on Metal, 36" x 19.5" 19
A fascinating and rewarding journey by George Gallo
Painting is a wonderful and rewarding journey. It is filled with tremendous emotional highs and new discoveries. It can also be frustrating and at times feel like torture. If you are doing it for the right reasons, which is to say something truthful and beautiful (two concepts which are by their very nature intertwined), painting can be all of the above simultaneously. One of the many things about painting that is so fascinating is that each artist has to invent their very own language that on the one hand is completely personal and unique. On the other hand, this language has to be able to communicate something clearly to a viewer. What calls me back to the canvas each time is the idea that I am hopefully honing my abilities to say something with clarity. 20
High Country
Oil on Linen 30" x 40"
Peter Strauss Ranch, Autumn
Oil on Linen 30" x 48"
Peter Strauss Ranch II
Oil on Linen 38" x 50"
New Hope
Oil on Linen, 50" x 56"
How does one communicate excitement and a love of the natural world with paint? That is the job of the artist. Painters use color, value, line and composition to express themselves. The human element of the brush stroke also conveys feelings like a writer uses words. Hopefully the energy in the paint helps guide the viewer to what the artist was feeling as they created their work. Much of the reason that I paint is because it is a medium of problem solving. Every canvas begs to be worked on until the artist feels that what has been put down is truthful. A dialogue happens between the canvas and the artist during the act of creating a painting.
From the very first brush stroke, the painting tells the painter what it needs. The canvas is always the boss and the painter does his best work when he’s just watching and listening. I also paint for the fascination of it. I still get a rush just by laying a few colors and shapes side by side and marvel how they magically begin to appear like objects. I not only enjoy painting these objects, but the air that envelops them. Understanding the density of air creates mood and depth and an added sense of mystery. Comprehending the physics of nature is a helpful tool in getting to the truth. 21
After the Rain
Oil on Linen, 36" x 48"
I love nature and everything it does to my soul when I’m surrounded by it. When I walk through a forest or down a vacant country road, I feel as close to God as I can get. The world at times can be a very dark place and I think the job of the artist should be someone that helps uplift the soul. Landscape paintings are a gentle reminder that life is beautiful. The act of celebrating these ideas in paint, when done successfully, are also important because they are among the best achievements of humanity. Great painting, like great music, are our high water marks. People love the tale of the frustrated artist fighting inner demons in order to say something profound. But the truth be told, many times painting is just plain fun. Part of what makes it so much fun for me is that
Detail from "After the Rain" 22
Edge of the Forest
Oil on Linen, 48" x 60"
"I’ll paint as long as I can see and my hand is steady." after all these years of working at it, I can now move at the speed of thought. I’ve actually gotten choked up a few times as I’ve painted something well that decades ago I just couldn’t grasp. I used to think that a clever manipulation of the brush could get me around my issues with not being able to put down exactly what I was seeing or feeling. It turns out that what has taken decades was not knowing more about painterly techniques, but rather the simple ability to observe what was in front of me more clearly. Observation informs technique. It’s not the other way around. Once you know what you want to say, how to say it becomes far more clear.
As I write this article, I find myself in a very productive time. I can’t seem to keep up with my thoughts and I’m really enjoying the act of painting. Embedded within these canvases is my love of life and my love of nature. Also, the love I feel for family and friends and especially my wife Julie. I’m blessed that I’m able to do these things and I’m sure I’ll paint as long as I can see and my hand is steady.
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"California Poppies" by George Gallo - Custom framed in Larson Juhl's Gold Providence. Available at Brilliance In Color (904) 810-0460.
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Masters of the Medium Fine Art Prints & Sculpture by Len Cutter
Le Visage Encadre by Paul Helleu, c.1900 Rich impression with a dramatic drypoint burr and tone. Here we are in 2016 with an eighteen year record of success in assisting thousands of Americans of every description to enter (and eventually immerse within) a lifetime of enjoying… “things of lasting beauty.” Collectors that began with a limited edition from Anne Packard, Simon Bull or Royo have evolved into owning their originals. That is simply the way collecting goes.
Drypoint printed in color on Velin Paper Plate: 16" x 11"
Acquainting oneself with The Mediums of the Masters: Aquatint, Drypoint, Mezzotint, etching in all its various techniques along with stone lithography is a Robert Frost moment for art lovers. So to is learning about the progression of sculpture from the bronze of Donatello’s “David” to Frederick Hart’s “The Source.” It is from the knowledge of the artist’s creativity and the excellence of execution of their processes that an What happened next “...Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— artistic passion is formed. was predictable… and In fact, it was Hart’s near I took the one less traveled by, wonderful! The “urge to single-handed battle collect” becomes a need against the art that, at its And that has made all the difference.” to learn and understand core, rejected his beliefs From Robert Frost's, "The Road Not Taken" the “Who, What, When, in the precepts of beauty, Where, How and Why” truth and goodness that of art that a collector craves. Robert Frost in “The “changed the tide” of nihilism in the art movements Road Not Taken” poignantly pinpoints the very of the 1900’s. Hart’s determination lead to a body of instant when our decisions forever alter our lives. work sculpted in Lucite, a clear acrylic, that still stuns Do you recall the poem’s last three lines where and mesmerizes collectors today. He is the father of Frost blesses his choice? Acrylic Sculpture and a true modern master. 26
The Masters’ of the Medium were trailblazers and ground-breakers coming from different worlds and utilizing different techniques that were sophisticated, fascinating and subtle in design and effect. They created works of value for their contemporary collectors; works that remain even more valuable and collectable today. Their etchings and stone lithographs changed the world of art collecting then, and are cherished heirlooms today. Such art can be the mainstay of collections. Consider our “public knowledge” of the recent trends in the art of Vincent Van Gogh, whose original and graphic works continue to climb and then there is Modigliani’s recent $170,400,000 sale at Christie’s Auction House which shocked the art world… in a good way. Many of the works we offer are from their contemporaries, such as soft ground etchings by Renoir and Degas, drypoints by Mary Cassatt and Paul Helleu, mezzotints by Tissot and Robert Kipniss, aquatints by Miro and Robbe and the stone lithographs of Toulouse Lautrec, Alphonse Mucha and Harold Altman. The overarching theme of such works is in their appeal to many, whether wealthy or of more humble collecting means, this art can be owned… it can be yours. Songs of Grace by Frederick Hart Lucite Acrylic, 24" x 16" x 15"
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An Industry Professional's Thoughts -
“Original fine art prints offer a way for collectors to own and admire works of great masters at moderate prices. Clients don’t realize that an artist creating an original print may spend the same amount or even more time on the print than the original painting. In today’s world where artists want to push the boundaries of new modern mediums, the technique of intaglio and stone lithography is now becoming a lost art. There comes a great personal satisfaction with the purchase of a work by a master artist. You are purchasing a piece of history that can be appreciated and passed on for your heirs to enjoy with the added benefit of the artist being represented in museums all over the world. Most importantly, art should be purchased from a knowledgeable staff with integrity from a reputable gallery. Cutter & Cutter Fine Art offers a vast collection of works to suit all tastes, combined with the professionally qualified staff to answer your questions regarding the print process or the history of the artist.” Randee Miller, ASA Femme Devant Son Miroir by Manuel Robbe, c.1905 Color Aquatint and Etching, 17" x 10.4"
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Le Puisatier by Joan Miro, c. 1969 Etching and Aquatint with Carborundum on Wove Paper, 41.8" x 12.3"
Daughter by Frederick Hart Bronze, 49" x 31" x 21"
Fine prints allow art collectors a wide choice of subject matter, colors, interesting contrasts and compositions to hang in their homes. Bronze sculpture is thermal and tactile to the touch, acrylic sculpture is spellbinding with its delicacy and unique reaction to light as it refracts and reflects, giving form to light itself… an undeniable tribute to Frederick Hart’s genius. Variations in the methods of the mediums allow the artist to create hard or soft “feathered” lines, use of depth of tone defines light and shadow…. all created by the masters who were “on the cutting edge” of their time. Their poetry is to be found as the line and form we see today in the works of art they created for us then. - LC
Femme au Tub by Toulouse-Lautrec, c. 1896 Stone Lithograph on Wove Paper, 15.8" x 20.5" From the Elles portfolio.
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L'Apparition Mediumnique by J.J. Tissot, c. 1885
Mezzotint on Japanese Vellum, 19.3" x 13.9" 29
Mediums of the Masters Fine Art Prints Etching Etching is the process of using strong acid or mordant to cut into the unprotected parts of a metal surface to create a design in intaglio. As a method of printmaking, it is, along with engraving, the most important technique for old master prints. Aquatint A means of etching tonal values which look rather like ink or watercolor washes. The technique can be used to produce shaded areas in a printed etching that range from light to dark, and is useful where modeling or atmospheric tones may impart realism and/or drama. Drypoint An intaglio printing process in which the artist uses a pointed needle to inscribe an image directly onto a metal plate. They have a soft, feathery line due to the metal burrs caused by the needle. Mezzotint A printmaking process of the intaglio family, technically a drypoint method. It was the first tonal method to be used, enabling half-tones to be produced without using line or dot-based techniques like hatching, cross-hatching or stipple. Soft-Ground Etching In soft ground etching the lines look more like pencil or crayon lines, and are made by drawing on a piece of paper that covers a soft wax coating on the metal plate. When the paper is lifted off, it removes all but a slight bit of wax where the drawing was, providing a nice, soft line.
Flirt Biscuits by Alphonse Mucha, c. 1900 Stone Lithograph on Wove Paper , 24" x 11"
Stone Lithograph
Masters of the Medium Exhibition Opens March 18-19, 2016 at Brilliance In Color. Call 904.810.0460 for more info.
Stone Lithography uses an image drawn onto the surface of a limestone plate. The stone is treated with a mixture of acid and gum arabic, etching the portions of the stone that were not protected. 30
The Parrot by Mary Cassatt, c.1891
Drypoint, 12.4" x 9.4"
In the Spotlight
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Endlessly Entertaining
Dreaming
Mixed Media on Canvas, 38" x 51"
room while holding within its design a deeply rooted influence from the culture and art of the greatest eras in human history.
Collectors and dealers understand that when they encounter art that resonates with their instinct for what is bright, bold and beautiful the “artistic go-button” deep within our mind tells us, “I would like that to be in my life.” We have had it happen so many wonderful times, and with such great and ever-lasting results, with artists like Josef Kote, M & I Garmash and most recently the paper tapestries of the Yuns... Now comes the art of KAMU, another collaborative team who has “pushed our buttons” as an art dealer. Kamu's art is elegant and sophisticated. Each canvas projecting a modern avant-garde look and feel into any
Seeing is believing... and the artists' combination of the “old with the new” is evident in each extraordinary example of these collaborations between loving husband and wife. Their art is nothing short of spellbinding. Placement of such work can only elevate any space and bring to it a fascination and intrigue that constantly evolves in the ever-changing light of day. The use of deep, dark rich tones is augmented by the artists' stunning use of gold leaf and their 32
On the Crossroads
Mixed Media on Canvas, 47" x 47"
intricate interpretations of ancient carvings and drawings. From Sergey's illustrations of the conquest of England by William the Conqueror to the couple's modern day influences of Picasso, Van Gogh and Klimt, the history rooted in each of these canvases truly comes alive. These original paintings can be studied more fully online, or better yet in person, and we encourage serious, as well as beginner, art collectors to grasp the greatness that is... KAMU. 33
KAMU
Sergey & Olga Kamennoy
Nostalgia
Royal Promise
Dreaming in a Tapestry
KAMU is the creative union of two artists, Sergey and Olga Kamennoy whose collaboration began in 1999. Today they work together on every single painting. Sergey makes preparative drawings in black and white (he is color blind), he also draws onto the gold leaf and adds the engravings. Olga chooses and works with the colors and is also the model and muse for Sergey's drawings.
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Discovering the Beauty The Art of Mark Wood
Sweetgum Wooden Vessel
7" x 13" x 13"
Looking at such beautiful wooden creations, it is hard to imagine that the materials used would have ended up in a landfill, had they not been salvaged. That's right, every bowl and vessel that artist Mark Wood creates is made from a tree that would have otherwise ended up in the trash. As the artist states, "None of my bowls are perfect because they were made from imperfect wood by imperfect hands however, I make up for their imperfection by adding a little magic to each one."
Detail of Sweetgum Wooden Vessel
what one man can create, with the help of Mother Nature and a true passion for his art. Almost all of the wood Mark uses is found locally on the side of the road, from dead fall or given to him by friends
Creative magic is exactly what Mark Wood has accomplished! These stunning works of art are wonderful examples of 36
from trees that had to be removed for one reason or another. Once he has acquired a new piece of wood is when the real magic begins... Utilizing his skill and knowledge of the material, Mark is able to take a raw piece of wood and transform it into some of the most beautiful and interesting works of art you will ever lay eyes on. It all starts at his studio in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. Taking a raw piece of dead-fall, wood that nature has reclaimed, or utilizing a piece of fresh cut "green wood" both produce the same amazing results. But, the journey for both types of wood is very different. Both will be turned on Mark's lathe, utilizing a variety of specialty tools. However, the techniques and process must be unique to each piece of wood; Mark must "read" the wood to discover its potential. "Green wood" for example is made of 20-30% water and, as it dries, it moves. This movement can create cracks and irregular shapes. It is necessary for Mark to carve all the walls of the vessel the same thickness so that the work dries at the same rate uniformly. Still cracks and splits can happen. Mark will then use these "happy accidents" to add even more beauty to the natural wood by filling these "imperfections" with other materials like copper, gold or turquoise. The end result is simply breathtaking.
Camphor Wooden Bowl
2.8" x 7" x 7"
Magnolia Wooden Vessel
5.5" x 9" x 9"
Turning dead-fall has its challenges too. After a tree has fallen, nature begins to reclaim the wood and as the wood decomposes it changes drastically. For example, spalting occurs, adding beautiful streaks of color, this is caused by a fungi that begins to grow in the fallen tree. Spalting in can produce black, white, green, red and even pink color variations in the wood vessel. Mark not only has a vast knowledge of the material he is working with but also of the
Oak Wooden Bowl
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8" x 12" x 12"
Oak Wooden Bowl with turquoise
Camphor Wooden Vessel
6" x 13" x 13"
5.25" x 8" x 8"
Catalpa Wooden Bowl
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6" x 8" x 8"
Camphor Wooden Vessel
5" x 8" x 8"
tools he utilizes to create these "one-of-akind" works. Each form requires different techniques and tools. Each has its own set of challenges for the artist, but I think we can all agree that he has mastered these tools and techniques.
to complete. After the vessel achieves the desired level he buffs it with a carnauba wax. Then the finished wooden vessel is ready for art lovers to enjoy and will be cherished for generations, adding beauty and warmth to any art collection.
As well as the unique formations and coloration of each piece it is the final finish that Mark applies to each work that further enhances their beauty. Mark applies the final finish to each vessel by hand, one coat at a time. The more coats he applies the more sheen he can achieve. The process is to apply a coat of oil and let it sit for 20 to 40 minutes and then wipe it off and let the bowl dry for 24 hours. The next day he repeats the same process. A high gloss finish can take up to 30 coats/days
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Early Twilight, Venice by Dmitri Danish - Acrylic on Canvas, 29" x 14"
Se Atarda en Sol en Ensoconderse by Ramon Vilanova Oil on Linen, 39" x 52"
New Arrivals..... at Brilliance In Color
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In Harmony by M & I Garmash
Southern Oaks & Tobacco Barn by Dean Mitchell
Oil on Linen 48" x 48"
Watercolor on Board 15" x 20"
Yellow Rothko by Daniel Greene
Oil on Linen 64" x 42"
New Arrivals..... at Galeria del Mar Magnolia - Volcano Hand-Made Paper Tapestry by Jeong & Choon Yun 72" x 72"
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Saessak by Jeong & Choon Yun
Hand-Made Paper Sculpture 14" x 7" x 6" & 8" x 5" x 4"
Reef Pod III by Toni DeLisa - Raku Earthenware, 10.5" x 11" x 11"
Gentle Breeze by Josef Kote
Only in My Dreams by Navarro
Acrylic on Canvas, 48" x 48"
Oil on Panel, 18" x 24"
Slated for Success by Thomas Arvid Mixed Media on Canvas, 72" x 32"
I am who I am, who I think, you think, I think I am...
WHAT?!?!? A Li ttl e P e r s o n a l I n si gh t
by S onya Cutter
really like me?) There is always a fail-safe plan that you can stick within your life..... just be you! Let them know YOU. There is no need to change just for appearance sake. You are who God created you to be, (of course we can all improve ourselves), and with that.....you can rest easy.
Give yourself a pat on the back if you understood that on your first read of this title. Sorry, but Dr. Seuss has nothing on us, right? Several years ago Cutter & Cutter Fine Art represented the works of Dr. Seuss. It was subject matter which folks could enjoy. We have continued to make changes in the art we represent and we are still having fun. The fun for me comes when I engage in conversations that go to “a special place�. Often fun may be in finding a common denominator with humor, or simply chatting about a place we've both visited, or it's an experience we've shared at different times in our lives that leads to understanding each other's feelings while walking the path of life. Just getting to know someone is so rewarding. Subconsciously we wonder what the other person is thinking of us, even as we are speaking. Guess what? They are thinking the very same thing! (Am I articulate enough; am I using proper grammar; are my clothes clean; is my lipstick the shade that I think they think I think I need to wear with this color outfit; is my breath nice; do they
Trees at Matanzas Inlet by Matthew Cutter Oil on Board, 20" x 16" - Call 904.810.0460 44
Wonderful by Simon Bull
Acrylic on Canvas, 48" x 72" - Call 904.829.2120
Often our clients ask, “What will people think of me if I hang this painting in my home?” My answer is usually, “Well, what does it really matter? Your home is your castle and what you bring into it is all about you, your likes and your taste.” When you visit one of our galleries, we, along with our staff, WANT to listen. Our galleries are not like those fast-paced retail centers, but rather are quiet and enjoyable spaces where you can LISTEN to the artwork speak. I know artwork does speak to me and when I listen... I am moved!
your walls dressed today? We have a very exciting line-up for you this year, bringing in the newest of works from Daniel Greene in January, then in February the works of Thomas Arvid and then the parade continues. Starting to “simmer down” from a busy day last evening a thought came to me....often we hear the words....”Buy it, you'll like it.” Well, it should be “Opposite, Jerry!” ...(a favorite Sienfield line). If we like it, we should buy it! Dress-up your walls and show who YOU are. You know you want it. I encourage each of you to come to our galleries and LISTEN to the artwork; you may hear something lifechanging. Remember, your artwork is only a “reflection” of YOU, not who they think you think they think you should be.
So when it comes to wondering what someone will think of your artwork, remember, it is YOU they have come to visit, it is YOU they want to be with, YOU with whom they want to share life's precious moments. Your artwork is the dressing on the wall that surrounds you. How are
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