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On Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016, two historic ranches hosted artist receptions.
Artist Karen Medley greets folks attending the opening of her show, Nikons and Icons.
The Triangle L Ranchland was the scene of a marvelous innovative art installation by Karen Medley. The show “Icons & Nikons: A Photographic Journey Towards a Golden Celestial Overload” was well attended and received. The show also featured wine and food for the guests there to meet the artist and view the installation. The art installation hangs from the ceiling of the art barn and is made up of broken pieces of mirrors and photos of religious art icons that were photographed in Europe. Each person who views the installation will come away with their own interpretation of the art which changes with the angles and lighting. You may even see your own reflection and become part of the journey. The installation will be on display through Dec. 21.
Lew Schnellman at the opening of his show at Rancho Linda Vista.
Rancho Linda Vista hosted the works of Lewis Schnellmann and his wife, the late renowned artist Elizabeth Manfredi. Elizabeth passed away in September of last year. The show “Giving Praise to the Land and Its People” consisted of paintings from both artists and ceramic sculptures by Schnellman. The show will run through Nov. 30. You can view more of their art work here.
Sculpture by Lewis Schnellman
Artwork by Elizabeth Manfredi
John Hernandez lives in Oracle. He is retired and enjoys writing and traveling. He is active in the Oracle Historical Society. He covers numerous public events, researches historical features and writes business/artist profiles.
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