Donald Jones - October - McGough and Company

Donald M. Jones is one of the most prolific wildlife photographers in the nation. His amazing images have graced the covers of nearly 700 magazines. His images have appeared on the interior pages of too many magazines and advertising campaigns to count. 

Don has eight commissioned books currently in publication. It is truly an honor for Wild Reflections Gallery to be in partnership with Don. Don is a Montana based wildlife photographer specializing in all forms of North American nature, from the Arctic to the deserts, swamps to the mountains and all locations in between. Don’s images are created from his overwhelming passion for being outdoors with camera in tow. 

What began as a young boy with binoculars swaying from his neck and a bird book wedged in his back pocket in suburban Chicago, has now transformed into a living dream. All of Don’s photographs are of animals in the wild. Don prides himself on photographing only wild and free animals. Don does not photograph captive animals that are confined to zoos or game farms. His work is authentic and his message is “Keep the Wild in Wildlife.” Don resides in the small northwest Montana town of Troy. His wife and soul mate, Tess, has been a true inspiration for Don. Tess is a remarkable lady and is a constant source of strength for Don during his many long treks into the wilderness. Despite his many accolades and incredible success as one of America's premier wildlife photographers for decades, Don has only recently entered the print market. 

Like his amazing photography, Don brings a level of professionalism and integrity to his fine art prints that are truly refreshing. All of Don’s images are personally signed and numbered limited editions, never digital signatures. True to his ethics in photography, Don’s limited editions are truly limited. The total run quantities and all available sizes are listed and are the only way Don’s images may be purchased. When you buy one of these amazing images you are assured you are purchasing something special and won’t find it later, matted and shrink-wrapped, in a gift store. See Don's work at McGough and Company during October Gallery Nights.

Shelter Fiber Art Exhibition - October - The Purple Pomegranate

The Purple Pomegranate, a fine craft specialty store, is featuring a juried fiber art exhibition with the theme of Shelter during the month of October. Shelter is one of the basic needs for all living creatures.  What constitutes shelter?  Is it an actual structure or metaphysical?  From the lowliest tent to a mansion, shelter exists in many forms and has many different meanings.  What does shelter mean to you? Fiber artists from throughout the U.S. considered how to represent the theme of Shelter in their fiber art.

Tether by Lori Raines

Twenty pieces were accepted into the exhibit from thirteen different fiber artists. Titles of the work range from 'The Gastro Guest House', 'Tether', 'Searching for Center' to 'My Nest, My Shelter'. The work includes three dimensional sculpture and wall quilts consisting of fabric, felt, paper, stitch, cold wax techniques and more.

Bright Sunshine, Cool Shade by Heidi Zielinski

Please visit the opening of the show during Whitefish Gallery Night, Thursday, October 3, 2013 from 6-9 PM. The exhibit will be displayed during the opening and throughout the month of October.

Waiting by Jan Shanahan

Lindy Johnston - "BeTween" at The Walking Man Frame Shop & Gallery

Please join us for an exhibit of hand-crafted kites by Lindy Johnston.  "BeTween" will feature a plethora of kites (some more functional then others & some more decorative, but all made with attention to detail & love!)  Fine art, live music by cellist, Lee Zimmerman and refreshments served!  For more information, call 406-863-ARTS or go to www.thewalkingmanframeshop.com.  

 

Stillwater Gallery Presents "Adventures in Woodfiring"

 

Stillwater Gallery

is located within Whitefish Pottery

240 Central Ave. Whitefish

406-862-1417

Mon-Sat 10-6 * Sundays 11-5

Going To The Sun Gallery Proudly Presents Tim Wold, as the featured artist for September!

Tim Wold -  A Montana resident, raised in Cut Bank, Tim was exposed to the breath taking views of Glacier National Park.  His talent was recognized at an early age, and private art lessons in high school led to an art scholarship.  With a degree in art, Tim has worked on his style over the years.  His works, mainly “minis” of Glacier Park and the surrounding area, have been displayed in art shows throughout the West.  

Tim’s words;    “My hope is that when a person looks at one of my miniatures, a much larger memory or emotion is rekindled.”

 

Ke'vin W. Bowers - STUMPTOWN ART STUDIO - September 5-October 1

Coming up on the September 5 Whitefish Gallery Night is an exhibition featuring guest artist Ke’vin Bowers at Stumptown Art Studio.  The artist reception for the opening night takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. at 145 Central Avenue.

"Stay Clear", 30"x40" acrylic painting by Ke'vin Bowers

Born in Havre, Ke’vin is from North Idaho and Eastern Washington.  He has been a regular Santa Fe resident, gallery artist and instructor there.  Ke’vin’s work encompasses the regional people, animals and architecture of the Southwest.  For over twenty-five years he has worked in various mediums including pen & ink, watercolor, acrylics and colored pencils, and in recent years has been concentrating on pastels.   His favorite subjects include women, buffalo, horses, desert landscapes and African animals.

             

A studio painter, Ke’vin has also taught art professionally since 1996.  He is enamored with passing his creative knowledge on to others, and giving someone the ability to create paintings themselves.  Complete details about the artist and his work can be seen on his website, www.ke-vin.com

             

Ke’vin’s work has sold in more than 5 countries, including the American consulate in Saint Petersburg, Russia.  He has shown in art galleries of New Mexico, Idaho, Washington, South Carolina and Texas.

             
Please join us at Stumptown Art Studio for the opening reception with the artist, and to enjoy this vivid display of artwork through October 1.  

Stumptown Art Studio is a non-profit community art center in the heart of Whitefish, Montana.  It was founded in 1995 to offer art opportunities for all ages and art interests including:  classes, workshops, art camps, art parties, a clay cooperative, pottery painting, glass fusing and mosaic-making in the Ceramics Annex, art gift, retail art supplies and exhibits.  

Exhibits hosted at Stumptown Art Studio feature guest artists, group displays and students works, new artwork and it provides a space for emerging artists.  Each month during the Whitefish Gallery Night from May through October, December and February, the work of a different artist is on display.

Open hours to view exhibits and take part in the many other art offerings are:  Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays, noon -5 p.m.  After hours parties and birthday parties can also be arranged.  Please visit the web site for continued updates at www.stumptownartstudio.org.