New Show: "Complementary Contrast: Works By Joshua Primmer & Katie Richardson

"Complementary Contrast" is now open and it's awesome!

Artists Joshua Primmer of Bennington, VT and Katie Richardson of Belchertown, MA, have combined their talents to showcase their work separately and as it relates to each other's.

Joshua uses cone 10 stoneware to create both functional and sculptural pieces which have a streamlined, architectural form but with an organic surface. He brought in four birdbaths which haven't before been shown in a gallery setting....they are wonderful.

Katie creates sculptural works using metal, both sheet and wire, and combines glass bulb-forms to express themes of protection and enclosure. Also making its debut is a line of PMC/fine silver jewelry which are miniature versions of her sculptures. They are precious representations of pieces hanging on the gallery walls.

In two groupings, the artists created work which relates in both form and concept: All Seeing Eyes and Flange. I hope that you get the chance to see this special exhibition-it runs through November 29th. For a sneak preview of the exhibit online, CLICK HERE.

North Adams Open Studios

For several years now, North Adams' artists have opened up their studios and hearts each third weekend in October to give the public a peek at what's going on within their studios. If you have attended one of these events, you'll know that it can be addictive. You have the opportunity to freely move about the studios, art spaces and galleries without the pressure that a one-on-one visit may bring. NAACO Gallery is featuring new work by several of the artists who have studios open this weekend as well as several North Adams' own, who do not. For more info: http://www.northadamsopenstudios.com

This is a rare treat and really shouldn't be missed! So, come on by, pick up a map and enjoy the galleries along Main Street; enjoy the local cuisine and hang around for a special performance at MASS MoCA's Hunter Center on Saturday evening, featuring Alec Baldwin discussing the works of Billy Wilder.

We have candy corn!