More from the weekend:

Had a great weekend, shot some great stuff with some wonderful people and still had time to get a airconditioner and attic fan in....more to follow

Newest addition to the studio...LOL...the dartboard...

Storms...big storms...night before last here in our area - 3 people dead and 10 seriously injured - long night for Careflight people...serious devastation in parts of Anna, Westminster, and Pilot Point...tornado was a jumper - F3...reminds us all how Mother Nature can reverse our lives and humble us at will...you have to feel sorry for these folks, not only because of the loss of life and property, but also because these are rural communities without the same early warning system sirens those of us who live in metro area have at our disposable...no warning=loss of life almost every time...

“TEALE WE MEET AGAIN”

Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte is proud to welcome back renowned contemporary artist JD Miller. Join us on Saturday, May 13 from 7 to 10pm as we debut Miller’s newest creations in “Teale We Meet Again.” The full exhibit will be on display in Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte through June 7, 2006. Galleria d’Arte is especially pleased to count Miller as one of its permanent artists, with a number of his works on permanent display.

A long-time friend and mentor to Carrie Garner, JD Miller returns to Galleria d’Arte in what promises to be a vibrant celebration of art. Experience Miller’s emotional explosion of sculptural oils rich in light, form, and color which create a unique mood and a signature ambiance.

JD Miller was the featured performing artist at MPAC’s hugely successful “Black and White Gala” on April 1, 2006. Miller created “McKinney Water Lilies” (20” x 24”, unframed) at the MPCA gala, and this painting will be a featured work in “Teale We Meet Again.”

Miller’s reputation has increased dramatically in recent years as recognition of his oil sculpting technique has become widely acknowledged by both artists and collectors alike. JD Miller is represented not only at his Reflection FineArt gallery in Dallas’ Arts District and at Carrie Garner’s Galleria d’Arte in McKinney, but also in fine art galleries throughout the United States.

Miller resides in Dallas, Texas where he contributes to diverse community and charitable activities. Counted among his many beneficiaries is the LoveLife Foundation, co-founded by Carrie Garner. LoveLife Foundation is an organization for at-risk children. Garner devotes much of her time and energy to many charitable endeavors such as the LifeLife Foundation and the Cross Timbers Youth Orchestra.

Live entertainment by the Quentin Hope Trio, great fare and spirits will make

May 13, 2006 an evening to remember.

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 celebration, a number of other downtown businesses extend their hours and celebrate the arts on Saturday evening.

Galleria d’Arte 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.