McKinney, Texas – March 24, 2006

LONG LIVE THE KING!

Roger Nitz brings his Elvis-inspired creations to Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte. These colorful expressions of art stimulate your senses while piquing your sense of adventure.

“Long Live the King” premiers on Saturday, April 8, 2006, from 7pm to 10pm. The exhibit lasts through May 10, 2006.

Live entertainment, great fare and spirits will make this an evening to remember. Elvis himself has promised to join the fun. You simply can not miss this one-of-a kind art show.

Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte has a wide offering of art glass, pottery, and jewelry crafted by local artisans.

Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’ Arte is located in downtown McKinney on the square at 100 E. Louisiana Street. In conjunction with this event, several other galleries and downtown businesses will also host shows and celebrate the arts on Saturday evening.

Gallery hours are Tue-Fri, 11am-5pm; Saturday 10am-5pm; Sundays and Mondays by appointment only. To schedule an appointment please call the gallery at 469-742-9509.

We are moving along...got the railing up today...

Those of us at the Gulch have our priorities straight:



When the s**T goes down, I want lucid, coherent, clear thinking people around me.

Thats why I'm against democrats and republicans.

We had heaps and gobs of rain this weekend, not as bad as some areas and certainly it was needed so we will not complain...

From a walk in town the other day...

Trees blowin' in the wind, Waitin' on the storm...

We had a storm or two blow thru here yesterday so I took the opportunity to try and learn to shoot weather with a digital camera, not a great showing, but a really good learning experience...

The legend and famed Life photog, Gordon Parks, died today. A true legend. A pioneer in every sense of the word. He will be missed. It is strange sometimes how hearing someone's passing surprises you. This is one of those times. It seemed he would live forever- always a constant beacon of humanity.

http://www.pdngallery.com/legends/parks/

Trey and Ashley have been here for a couple of days, which has in turn given us opportunity to do some more testing in the studio...

McKinney, Texas – March 1, 2006

Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte is pleased to present “Feel the Beat” featuring award-winning Dallas artist Michael Longhofer. The exhibit premiers on Saturday, March 11, 2006, 7pm-10pm with live entertainment, spirits, and fare.

Mr. Longhofer’s paintings range from contemporary cityscapes and landscapes to figure studies. His style of painting is realistic, and his technique has been coined as “painterly” because of his reminiscent style to that of the old masters. Perspective, depth, and value are the key components of Mr. Longhofer’s work as well as his use of color to create the illusion of light that sets the mood of the pieces. The artist has recently broadened his repertoire to include abstracts and hand-painted, decorative wooden boxes.

“Feel the Beat” will be on exhibit through April 5, 2006.

Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte also has a wide offering of art glass, pottery, and jewelry crafted by local artisans.

Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’ Arte is located in downtown McKinney on the square at 100 E. Louisiana Street. In conjunction with this event, several other galleries and downtown businesses will also host shows and celebrate the arts on Saturday evening.

Gallery hours are Tue-Fri, 11am-5pm; Saturday 10am-5pm; by appointment only Sundays and Mondays. To schedule an appointment please call the gallery at 469-742-9509.

Doing things the old fashioned way...