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Show MairpfletLnDflaQe The Park Record D Section B Thursday,Septembcr 17, 1992 D Page B6 (imball exhibit was more than just paintings on a wall Ivy Kathy J. McCarthy Contributing Writer Kimball Art Center hosted the 1 5 ih Annual North West SViulc.vous Exhibition and Sale on September 10-13, with 45 participating members and the quests. According to NWR president, Jack Hines, "This show is unique in the field because of so many activities built around paintings on a wall." Subject matter for the paintings on the walls was wide open, with landscape exhibits, human interest exhibits and even some European exhibits, although most had a western theme. Sovereign Wings, an impressive 1000 pound eagle, also took its place in the show room. In addition to the show, activities included a somewhat chilly breakfast at the Autumn Aloft balloon launch site, a sleigh ride, and lectures such as art theory, the life of an artist, watercolor, etc. In addition, the group held an "Instant Collection" auction. ' ft i E ' LL' W. 1 . - 1 1 it X m. w ' f Iff- ! r jts If f II nsiiively rendered oil painting of a Native American 1 graced the gallery. Each member contributed one work which was combined with others into four collections that were sold to the highest bidder for $1,400, $2,200, $2,400 and $3,400. But the most interesting event was the "Quick-draw" Open Studio Experience. Each artist brought a project to work on for an hour and a half-painting a scene, finishing work drawn in a studio, painting models, etc.-while spectators watched and asked questions. At the end, all pieces were framed or mounted and auctioned, with prices ranging from $350 to $1,100. "It's based on the idea of getting spectators as deeply involved as possible," says Hines. Art and artists are not very well understood by the general public. This event is meant to bring them up to date." The 32 members of NWR brought their art from all over the country. "These are very, very talented people," Hines says. Six of the members have received the $100,000 Prix d'West Award from the National Association of Western Art. "The fact that we have six in this group is significant," says Hines. The yearly event has been held in Helena, Mont., for the last 13 years, but according to Hines, it was not central enough and travel arrangements were difficult. In addition, Hines says, " With such a very talented group, it was a shame to hide them away in a comer." The exhibit traditionally draws national art media representatives and art collectors from all over, and with the change in venue, Hines believes it will get even more attention in the years to come. The show isn't just for critics and collectors, though. The artists who put it on also find it enriches their work and lives. "Artists often work in fairly isolated environments," says Hines. "The camaraderie here is extremely important to us." He says that many artists attend shows just to get together with other artists and talk shop. As part of the event, artists gathered in a camp in the Uintas for three days prior to the show to talk and paint "We call it a paint-out for lack of a better term," Hines says. Over 100 paintings and four sculptures were done at the paint-out by NWR members and their guests. 1 If a member invites a guest artist' two years running, that guest is eligible to be voted in as a member. Members promote and help unknown artists gain recognition. Thirteen non-member celebrity guest artists attended this rendezvous, including two from utah, Robert Duncan and Ed Fraughton. Gary Sanders, Director of Kimball Art Center, has solidly supported the event, including expanding the display facility to accommodate the show and making plans on a longer term basis, according to Hines. "This is our first go in Park City," says Hines. "We're giving it our all." f. j I 1 .,: : ' s; ; .' : : 1 1 , 1 ; . Above: Flamingoes taking flight is an example of the varied works of art on exhibit at the Kimball Art Center. Below: Sandy Scott stands beside her 1000-pound sculture, "Sovereign Wings", which she transported from Fort Collins, Colorado for the show and sale. ""'"V "77 "Til .. Z.JA III -- ' ' : S.V : K' x, -V . . i fi, A4t r EW OF US LOOK LIKE WE DID IN THE '70s. DOES YOUR HOUSE LOOK JUST AS DATED? v 'vl "I r In an era of walrus mustaches and wide lapels, your new Park City home probably looked pretty sroovy. Today, however, it probably looks pretty dated, d Especially if you've found more creative uses for your time than home maintenance and repair. 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