This month through September, we are pleased to show works by artist David Welch. A native of Wilmington, NC, David is on a never-ending journey of self discovery as an expression of his inner creative spirit. He began as a child sketching anything and everything with pencil, then moving into pen and ink comic book character design. As a teenager, he became fascinated with clay sculpting and charcoal portraits.

Over time, David has showcased his works in media such as character design for animated film shorts and comics as well as several murals including one featured at the NC School of Communication Arts to honor the families affected by the 911 attacks.

“I loved the creative expression that art allowed me to have no matter what medium was available. No rules just the quiet bliss of my imagination.”

David now lives in Sanford, NC with his wife, Karen and sons, Gabriel and Israel. For more info visit http://www.daggerroom.com/jdwelch/ or email David at:jdwelchideastolife@gmail.com

Studio 180 Salon supports the 2010 Cary Art Loop. David’s works will be featured at our Final Friday show and reception on July30th from 6 – 8pm. Click here for map or directions to Studio 180 Salon.

This month through July, we are pleased to show works by artist Richard Jason. Richard has been working with wood as a craftsman for 20 years. He has recently discovered a new twist to his passion – how to bring nature closer to those who may not be so fortunate to truly experience and appreciate it.

Each piece is individually custom handcrafted with birch or oak so you are guaranteed that your piece will be a “one-of-a-kind”.

Richard’s works will be on display and for sale at Studio 180 Salon starting in April, 2010 and we will be hosting an artist reception on Friday, April 30th 6-9pm.

http://studio180salon.com/Artists/artist-currently-showing-richard-jason.html

A Walk in the Garden by Faye Silliman

You know what they say – the third time is usually the charm. After being blessed with so much snow, we are finally going to celebrate the opening of Faye Silliman’s show at Studio 180 Salon! Please join us this Friday from 6-9pm for the Cary Art Loop’s Final Friday crawl and support the arts in our community. Frosty is going to have to sit this one out!

This month through April, we are pleased to show works by Faye Silliman. Faye is a local artist, albeit a bit of a world traveler. Her background played an extensive role in creating her broad artistic vision – due in part to her father’s military career and her nomadic lifestyle, which continued throughout her adult life.

Early childhood years were spent living on the edge of the jungle in Panama. Her family frequently boated throughout the Caribbean – especially to Trinidad and neighboring islands. In later years, she lived in Europe.

The colorful tropical influences, diverse cultures, and Asian furnishings that filled her childhood home, add a definite flavor to her paintings. Faye’s creative spirit was always there gathering notes as she found her way back to her native home in North Carolina. Her works are true reflections of rich and unique cultural influences.

“Painting is like breathing to me – unconscious and necessary.”

Faye’s paintings are currently on display and for sale at Studio 180 Salon and we will be hosting an artist reception on Friday, February 26th 6-9pm.

For more information or directions, please visit studio180salon.com or call (919) 851-2811.

Sparks Fly by Dianna Wyatt

Studio 180 Salon and Lucid Element Multimedia are proud to support our local arts community by serving as a host venue for the Cary Art Loop’s Final Friday events. On the final Friday of each month, we feature a local artist with a reception and cocktail from 6-9 pm. So, come join us the studio for great works, wine and hors de’ oeuvres and get in the Loop!

This month through September we are pleased to show works by Dianna Wyatt.  Dianna has always used art as a personal pursuit for understanding.  Working in mixed media, she delves into concepts and ideas.  The approach to each piece can be quite different.  In some pieces she will work in subtle layering washes to build a hazy universe.  Other works can be violently chipped away out, only to be smoothed down once a conclusion has been reached.  Most of her works are an attempt to work through ideas involving creation, emotion, and questions of existence.

In addition to painting, Dianna is also a metal smith.  All of her pieces are hand fabricated; no casting is involved.  This makes each piece unique unto itself.  She especially enjoys making wedding/ commitment rings for couples, and feels that the circle is a strong symbol which is often a shape tied into her paintings.

Dianna’s paintings are currently on display and for sale at Studio 180 Salon and we will be hosting an artist reception on Friday, August 28th 6-9pm.

For more information, please visit studio180salon.com

Demeter and Persephone

Studio 180 Salon and Lucid Element Multimedia are proud to support our local arts community by serving as a host venue for the Cary Art Loop’s Final Friday events. On the final Friday of each month, we feature a local artist with a reception and cocktail from 6-9 pm. So, come join us the studio for great works, wine and hors de’ oeuvres and get in the Loop!

This month through July we are pleased to show works by Jackie Schaefer.  Jackie is a talented artist specializing in pastels and acrylic paintings. Working intuitively she considers each piece a magical experiment. “I continually search for new ways to create rich, glowing surfaces that tease the viewers imagination and create the question:  What is this work about?” Jackies works are currently on display and for sale at Studio 180 Salon and we will be hosting an artist reception on Friday, June 26th 6-9pm.

For more information, please visit http://studio180salon.com/artist.html or visit Jackie at http://www.jackieschaefer.com

Ervene Boyd, Creation

Studio 180 Salon and Lucid Element Multimedia are proud to support our local arts community by serving as a host venue for the Cary Art Loop’s Final Friday events. On the final Friday of each month, we feature a local artist with a reception and cocktail from 6-9 pm. So, come join us Friday, January 30th at the studio for great works, wine and hors de’ oeuvres and get in the Loop!

This month we are pleased to show works by Ervene Boyd. Ervene is a multimedia artist and a Raleigh, NC native. Her artistic philosophy is a reflection of her holistic perspective. Diversity is the common thread in her life and work. She writes poetry, teaches Reiki, consults and practices myriad healing techniques. Ordained since 1993, she officiates weddings and has a website, www.ervene.com, where you may view her paintings online.

For more information, please visit http://studio180salon.com/artist.html

Studio 180 Salon Featured Artist: Michael Ouchakof

Studio 180 Salon and Lucid Element Multimedia are proud to support our local arts community by serving as a host venue for the Cary Art Loop’s Final Friday events. On the final Friday of each month, we feature a local artist with a reception and cocktail from 6-9 pm. So, come join us at the studio for great works, wine and hors de’ oeuvres and get in the Loop!

Our featured artist for the month of December is Michael Ouchakof. Michael is a photographer, designer, writer and filmmaker whose work explores emotional landscapes through a variety of mediums. A trained Landscape Architect, Michael has been photographing the natural and built environment for the past two decades, capturing images which encourage viewers to engage everyday spaces, places and structures on an emotional level. Michael has designed spaces ranging from custom residences to mixed-use communities, and each of his designs place an emphasis on human interaction with the built and natural environment. He has dedicated his academic and professional career to furthering the cause of sustainability and sustainable development, as well as promoting the ideals of environmental justice.

For more information, please visit http://studio180salon.com/artist.html

Studio 180 Salon Featured Artist: Lisa Wichalonis

Studio 180 Salon and Lucid Element Multimedia are proud to support our local arts community by serving as a host venue for the Cary Art Loop’s Final Friday art crawls. On the final Friday of each month, we feature a local artist with a reception and cocktail from 6-9 pm. So, come join us at the studio for great works, wine and hors de’ oeuvres and get in the Loop!

Our featured artist for the month of September and October is Lisa Wichalonis of Raleigh, North Carolina. Lisa has been working with clay for over 15 years, creating both hand built and wheel thrown functional and non functional art. She decided to go back to college, earning her degree in Clay and Metal Sculpture. In her first few weeks of school she was introduced to the world of metals, immediately shifting her focus to the beauty of what can be created by working with iron, stainless steel, copper, and aluminum. Lisa now creates clay, metal and mixed medium art, ranging from garden sculpture to both indoor and outdoor wall décor. All of the metal artwork she creates comes from recycled materials.

For more information, please visit http://studio180salon.com/artist.html