Samarah Fine Art's Three Visions of the West Show

Samarah Fine Art will introduce new artwork by acclaimed western artists Rob Stern, Tara Moore

and Robert Krogle for their July show. An opening reception will take place on Thursday, July 3^rd from 6:00PM – 9:00PM as part of the 2008 Whitefish Gallery Nights. Additionally, the gallery will host an onsite painting demonstration by Coeur D’Alene artist Robert Krogle, from 10:00AM – 2:00PM that same day.

Samarah’s “Three Visions of the West” show highlights Stern, Moore and Krogle’s different interpretations of the west’s romance and mystique in their theme and composition. Yet despite their varying executions of the same subject matter, all three exemplify a commonality in their inherit interest and admiration of the cowboy genre. It is this identification with western art that allows all three artists to effectively reach the viewer on an emotional level with their powerful and compelling imagery – making this a truly memorable show.

Samarah Fine Art Celebrates the Artwork of Nicholas Oberling and Jennifer Li

Samarah Fine Art is pleased to announce that they will feature the artwork of husband and wife artists Nicholas Oberling and Jennifer Li throughout the month of June. The gallery will honor these two artists during an opening reception, which will take place on Thursday, June 5^th from 6:00PM – 9:00PM as part of the Whitefish Gallery Nights.

Nicholas Oberling has been a cornerstone Montana Landscape painter in the gallery for several years. With this event, Samarah will showcase many of Nicholas’ latest works, many of which celebrate Montana’s endless natural beauty (see image below).

Nicholas Oberling is a nationally represented artist, but has poured much of his energy and focus into fostering the Flathead Valley’s ever growing art scene. Such efforts include his work as a founding member of the Montana Painters Alliance, his organization and conception of the Big Hole River in Paint fundraiser and his time as an active board member for the Hockaday Museum of Art in Kalispell.

This will be the first time that Samarah Fine Art has had the opportunity to feature the evocative artwork of oil painter Jennifer Li. With a technique inspired by the Dutch Golden Age, Jennifer brings a touch of naturalism into her subjects, giving her pieces a modern and fresh quality that sets them apart from traditional genre paintings (see image below).

Like her husband, Jennifer has been represented in galleries nationwide. The two have been based in Montana for 10 years and currently reside in Kalispell.

MiCasa Pottery

MiCasa Pottery would like to invite you to Gallery Night, May 1st. 2008, featuring unique leather creations by Deborah Hogen. Deborah will be present from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served and we hope you will be able to join us for a fun evening.

Samarah Fine Art Rings in the Spring Season with Its Local Artist Invitational

Samarah Fine Art will kick off this year’s Whitefish Gallery Nights by hosting its annual “Local Artist Invitational”. This memorable evening is inspired by the incredible artists who are living and producing artwork right here in the community. Featured artists will include Nicholas Oberling, Elizabeth Michelsen-Jonas, Paula Humphreys, Rob Stern, Robert Marceau, Tara Moore, Treg Miller and Charles Davis, to name a few.

“Samarah Fine Art is fortunate to work with some of the area’s most prominent and emerging artists. This show is about honoring their talent and serves as a “thank you” for continuing to amaze us with their truly inspired and beautiful pieces,” stated gallery owner Rob Stern.

All are welcome to experience this very special event which will take place on Thursday, May 1^st from 6:00PM – 9:00PM at Samarah Fine Art, located at 15 Central Avenue. Wine and Hors d’oeuvres by Ali Caterers will be served, and additional parking can be found behind the Library.