Photo Frames

I have been away from blogging for a while, facebook became my new obsession. Our new venture in 2010 joining with Photo Therapy has become now a bit of our "New Normal" and we find ourselves enjoying the marriage of photography and framing!

Recently at a trade show in Las Vegas I took a new look at some of the more unique photo frame vendors. I found a lovely company in New York City that makes hand carved, gold leafed frames that have a kind of heirloom quality to them.

Even the backs of the frames are completely covered in paper (that matches the box they come in) with bronze closures. I ordered a dozen of them, in 5 x 7 size to see if I could find a market for them. If you see them and have the need for a little splurge, you will want your bridal portrait, new baby photo or restored picture of your parents to live in this frame for generations!

They are that special! Come see them in person.

Erica Nordean Art Show - Libra Rising

Rickelle Nelson Art Show

The Kentucky 2010 Silk Scarf as Wall Art

The Kentucky 2010 Silk Scarf is becoming a very popular item, many ladies have been coming in to get one to wear to the games or out with friends. While it is very wearable, we think it is quite lovely as wall art as well. Here are two examples of how they look stretched and framed.

One is in a lovely gold frame that has an embossed design in the panel. Very traditional in its profile and feel.

The other expample is in a black contemporary cube style frame, with the inner lip of the frame in gold. A bit smaller frame presence and definately more transitional.

There is no wrong way to frame this lovely silk scarf! Check out the scarf in person at our shop, or order one directly from our website and it will come to your door!

Enjoy!

Let the Games Begin

It seems like only days ago that the "clocks" went up downtown, counting down 1000 days until the World Equestrian Games. My husband, visionary that he is, started thinking of all the things we could "do" to be a part of the buzz that is happening in our town.

1000 days later, we are working very hard to get ready for three very distinct and different art shows, complete with receptions, food, wine and art...and the least of our projects has been the Kentucky 2010 Silk Scarf. Rickelle Nelson created the drawings, which were translated onto silk in a lovely design with bits, leather and a logo in the center. This scarf is really something special, no matter if you like to wear art, or frame it and hang on the wall. This one is a keeper, and they are limited, so better check them out.

If you are out and about during the games, check out our website for our show schedules featuring Dean Hill (photography), Erica Nordean (contemporary equine art) and Rickelle Nelson (traditional equine art) through the end of October.

Let the Games Begin!

Libra Rising - The Art of Erica Nordean

We are getting ready for the second of our three art shows during the World Equestrian Games. Lexington favorite, Erica Nordean will return on Saturday, October 2nd - come out an meet her and see her latest collection from 5-9 p.m. We will have some great food from Darae and Friends Catering.

"Golden Reflections" by Dean Hill

Dean and Karen Hill will have a booth at the Woodland Arts Fair this weekend, August 20-21st and they will be debuting the raffle piece for our upcoming show with them. If you get out, please stop by their booth and take a look at this one time printing of "Golden Reflections." This piece, printed on canvas and framed will be raffled on September 29, 2010 at South Hill Gallery at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 each or 3 for $20.00. All proceeds will benefit the Lexington Philharmonic.

Mark your calendars to come to our gallery and see some of Dean's newest works he will debut at "The Spirit of Kentucky - Mountain Traditions" on Wednesday, August 29, 2010 from 5-9 p. m!