Evelyn Ortiz Smykla and Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla have been working hard preparing for a spectacular Autumn in Northwood Village at OSGS Ortiz-Smykla| Gallery Studio. Their unique art exhibition showcasing the work of folk art visionary, Jimmy Lee Sudduth continues until the end of October. (Don’t miss it! You’ll have to go to the Smithsonian to see his work!). Northwood Village’s Art Promenade, which falls on Halloween, promises to be spooktacular. Save November 7th for a “Holiday Jewels – Wearable Art” Event and their custom framing is available with a Groupon discount. The Rickie Report shares all of this plus a CALL to ARTISTS!
OSGS
Ortiz-Smykla|Gallery-Studio
500 Northwood Road W.Palm Beach, FL
Current Special Exhibition at OSGS Gallery:
“The Barn” by Jimmy Lee Sudduth
Jimmy Lee Sudduth Paintings. We currently have three paintings from the late Jimmy Lee (1910-2007) on loan and on exhibit through the month of October.
http://www.americanart.si.edu/collections/search/artist/?id=5874
OSGS Mural
OSGS has finally been provided final approval to move forward with our Mural Project. The Mural itself will be placed on the East facing wall of OSGS Gallery (toward Dixie, along Spruce). OSGS is providing some nice incentives for the winning artist.
Previous Murals in the Northwood Village area include:
Mural by Eduardo Mendieta
Mural by Craig McInnis
Mural by Amanda Valdes
The final process will be Juried by Andrew Brown – http://www.andybrownpaintings.com/
“Holiday Jewels — Wearable Art”
Friday November 7th 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Take part in a festive evening to help ease the worry of holiday shopping as OSGS presents one-of-a-kind jewelry. Enjoy one-on-one interaction with the Artists, sipping cider, and taking in light music. Featured artists are Claudia Block (New York/Florida), Meryl Lefkovich (Massachusetts) and Elayna Toby Singer (Florida).
Claudia Bloch
Necklace by Claudia Block
Claudia Bloch is an American artist known for her beaded jewelry designs. Born and raised in New York City, Claudia’s work reflects the fusion of cultures and people she was surrounded by in the invigorating city environment. Inspired by the work of Louise Nevelson, not just for her installations themselves, but for her process of walking the city streets at night, finding what others had discarded to use in the making of her own vision.
Claudia Bloch’s Beaded Bracelet
Claudia Bloch’s Beaded Earrings
With that in mind, after Claudia began her designs with the goal of women wearing her pieces, she has recently amplified that idea – to a greater vision of building intriguing installations around the jewelry. Viewers can both enjoy wearing the pieces, as well is exploring the power of the material world and its influences over their identity. Claudia resides in South Florida but travels extensively showing her work in private and public venues.
Meryl Lefkovich
Meryl is a self-taught artist/maker with a degree in art history. She has had past careers as an art consultant, gallery manager, travel consultant and interior designer, all of which, she believes, contribute to her world view in design and concept. Her serious art career began in 1993 when she began teaching herself how to paint. She has her paintings in a number of corporate and private collections in the Boston area and around the country.
Meryl Lefkovich’s Bracelet
In 2011, Meryl learned how to solder and there was no looking back. Jewelry design and fabrication have become her passion. Her primary influences are flora, fauna and a fascination with Art Nouveau and the Arts and Crafts Movement.
Meryl Lefkovich’s Bracelet
She tells The Rickie Report, “As an art history major, ancient cultures also impact my designs; I love the look of a slightly time-worn patina, as though a long lost piece was newly discovered. Combining raw and organic with delicate and romantic, whimsy, combinations of color and gemstones – all have a place in my designs.” She starts with a concept; a new interpretation of the natural world, then the metal takes over and informs her how each piece should develop.
