GDCA is pleased to announce our October, 2021 Group Exhibition, "Rhythm"
Featured Artists:
Susanne Belcher, Cheryl Hrudka, Stan Johnson, Kristin Jones, Daisy Mendez & Kim Tateo.
JOIN US FOR AN IN-PERSON GALLERY RECEPTION - Saturday, October 23rd from 6pm - 10pm.
Feel free to contact us anytime with questions or to arrange for a masked & socially distanced in person appointment during our temporary business hours: Wednesday through Sunday from 12noon - 5pm!! 😷
GDCA is pleased to announce our October, 2021 Solo Exhibition:
Cynthia Ann Swan: "Splash"
"Splash" continues the year-long retrospective, offering new collections of the glass artist's most celebrated series.
JOIN US FOR AN IN-PERSON GALLERY RECEPTION - Saturday, October 23rd from 6pm - 10pm.
Feel free to contact us anytime with questions or to arrange for a masked & socially distanced in person appointment during our temporary business hours: Wednesday through Sunday from 12noon - 5pm!! 😷
"Mother Nature’s voice keeps growing louder and louder, more now than ever, in the hope that somehow, we human animals will awaken, understand her pleas for change and take action before it’s too late. The oceans, our spiritual cradle, now begin to rise, overflow, in an attempt to wash us away. Her gentle breezes have become unrelenting storms to blow us off the earth. Human kind continues to take more than it needs, depleting Her resources yet gives little back in return. My reverence for Mother Earth, our oceans, wildlands and wildlife along with the growing implications of climate change informed my work in this exhibition. Will we hear Her voice and wake up in time? Let us remember that we are only visitors here and not the Masters upon this Planet Earth that we call Home."
- Susanne Belcher
Susanne Belcher, "Oceans Rising", Mixed Media Collage on Canvas, (36" x 48") $3,000.
Susanne Belcher, "The Eye of the Storm", Mixed Media Collage on Canvas, (36" x 48") $3,000.
Susanne Belcher, "Journey To Oz", Mixed Media Collage on Canvas, (36" x 48") $3,000.
"There is definitely an evolutionary process to being an artist. Somewhere along the line, we each picked up a camera and started taking photos of what we each thought was interesting. With each photograph we learned what we enjoyed and practiced our techniques, especially in Street Photography. With each day spent in our darkrooms, we learned the excitement of developing those photographs, as well as the art of manipulation. Eventually, we took our photographs and started manipulating them on the computer. Our abstracts were created, and another step in the evolution process was embraced. From using our photographs, to creating an abstraction from scratch was a logical progression. With the vast array of computer art software, we have evolved from ‘where we were’, to ‘where we are’. For each of us the evolution of our abstract images continues and shows no signs of slowing down." - Cheryl Hrudka / Stan Johnson ( Recent Developments, LLC)
Cheryl Hrudka, "Out from Center".
3-D Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (57" x 70" x 3"). $7,898.
Stan Johnson, "Metronome".
3-D Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (60" x 48" x 3"). $5,355.
Cheryl Hrudka, "Inside a broken Geode".
3-D Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (58" x 48" x 3"). $5,195.
Cheryl Hrudka, "Nonagons".
3-D Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (60" x 30" x 3"). $5,175.
Stan Johnson, "Where it all Went", Digital Painting on Aluminum, (24" x 30") . $1,215.
Stan Johnson, "Watching John Wayne Walk", Digital Painting on Aluminum, (24" x 30"). $1,215.
Stan Johnson, "The Cage".
3-Panel Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (60" x 45"). $5,355.
Stan Johnson , "Cracking a Geode".
3-Panel Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (60" x 45"). $5,355.
Cheryl Hrudka, "Blue Seismic".
Digital Painting on Aluminum, (30" x 24") . $1,215.
Cheryl Hrudka, "Blue Seismic II", Digital Painting on Aluminum, (30" x 24") . $1,215.
Cheryl Hrudka, "Storm Brewing Somewhere".
3-Panel Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (60" x 45"). $5,355.
Cheryl Hrudka, "Life in the Attic.
3-Panel Digital Painting Construction on Aluminum, (60" x 45"). $5,355.
Kristin dedicated her first two gallery pieces to her grandmothers: Jean and Margie. From a young age, Kristin took notice of feminine beauty and form. Her grandmothers embodied what she thought a woman should be. And like them, charcoal is a strong medium, it's bold, and striking. Kristin wanted her work to catch people's eyes. The way her grandmothers caught hers. Different in color and texture, the two women differed. Alike, they were beautiful, memorable, and sexual.
"From where I'm starting, to where I'm going. I hope you enjoy the ride as much as I do." - Kristin Jones
Kristin Jones, "Margie" Charcoal, Pastels, Goldleaf on Paper, (30" x 24"). $1,000.
Kristin Jones, "Jean" Acrylic on Paper, (30" x 24"). $1,000.
Kim Tateo is an artist who paints her feelings into worlds of whimsy. A common theme for her work is interconnectedness—to each other as humans and to the Earth. Her work moves between releasing feelings into abstract expressions and creating magical worlds which are meant to be the unseen spaces where all hearts are connected. Her work is meant to evoke a sense of dreaming, playfulness, peace and gently pull on the heartstrings of whimsy that are in all beings.
"The pieces for this show were created in Winter and Summer. Two opposite seasons and both explore the sentiment of presence. Of truly being in a moment. A lyrical journey of looking inward and co-creating with the season and the feelings inside."- Kim Tateo
Kim Tateo, "Journeying", Acrylic on Canvas, (24" x 18"). $950
Kim Tateo, "Winter", Acrylic on Canvas, (30" x 20"). $1,200.
"Grounding and awareness is the key I’ve obtained for the present, art working as a medium to connect with my inner self.” - Daisy Mendez
Daisy Mendez, "Ascension", Watercolor on Paper, (14" x 11"). $750.
Daisy Mendez, "Into the Unknown", Watercolor on Paper,
Daisy Mendez, "Mother", Oil on Canvas, (20" x 16"). $750.
Daisy Mendez, "Transition", Oil on Canvas, (20" x 16"). $750.
Daisy Mendez, "Movement and Repose", Watercolor on Paper, (14" x 11"). $750.
Daisy Mendez, "Tara", Watercolor on Paper, (11" x 14"). $750.
ArtistStatement
“Splash”
Water and glass share sister spirits, transparent, liquid, and constantly flowing. They are beautiful, dangerous, and can never be completely controlled. I am drawn to both by their siren song, and my moods are held captive by their powers.
I am not an earth-tone person, preferring the watery calm of blues and greens. I look for peace near still waters, and joy among the glints and glitters of sparkling streams. Raindrops have been my mantra, and oceans have stirred my fears. I have lived on the banks of an ancient river, loosing myself in it's infinity. Water calls my name.
"Splash" celebrates water's happy side . This bubbly word conveys excitement, energy, and spontaneous fun, and life should be bursting with all of it. From ocean waves to pool parties, this show is all about dancing water, sunny days, and lots of brilliant color. With abstract images that conjure up portals and whisper the essence of the sea,
and bright, whimsical sea creatures frolicking at an ocean swim party, this show invites you to come out and play.
Cynthia Ann Swan
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Sea Silly", kiln-formed glass on aluminum presentation panel, (20" x 20").
| Sea Circles 1 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass, $2,300.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Kelp Forest".
| Sea Circles 2 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" Diameter). $2,200.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Moonlit Discovery Pool".
| Sea Circles 3 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" ) Diameter. $1,500.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Moonlight Bay".
| Sea Circles 1 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" ) Diameter. $2,200.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Mermaid's Court".
| Sea Circles 2 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" ) Diameter. $2,200.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Night Life".
| Sea Circles 3 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" ) Diameter. $1,500.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Salty Charades".
| Sea Circles 1 Series |
/ Oceanside Collection. Individual Kiln-worked Glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" ) Diameter. $2,200.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Embrace", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Copper Creek Series. Splash Collection. $850 / set of 3 $2,500.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Collage", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Copper Creek Series. Splash Collection. $950 / set of 3 $2,500.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Layered Leaves", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Copper Creek Series. Splash Collection. $850 / set of 3 $2,500.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Solitary Orange", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Rain Puddle Triptych, Tree-Cycle Collection. $3,300. Tryptich.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Sultry Silt", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Rain Puddle Triptych, Tree-Cycle Collection. $3,300. Tryptich.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "School", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Tide Pool Series, "Splash" Collection. $950. / set of 2 for $1,600..
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Shallows", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (16" x 11"). Tide Pool Series, "Splash" Collection. $950. / set of 2 for $1,600..
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Let's Dance", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (24" x 18"). Swim Party Series , Oceanside Collection. $3,000.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Mingling", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (24" x 18"). Swim Party Series . Oceanside Collection. $3,200.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Hottub Cool", Kiln-formed glass on Aluminum Presentation Panel, (24" x 18"). Swim Party Series . Oceanside Collection. $3,000.
SPLASH
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Japanese Garden",
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel.(23" x 19"). Summer Rain Series - Butterfly Collection. $1,200. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Japanese Gardens" - Reverse.
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (19" x 23"). Summer Rain Series - Butterfly Collection. $1,200. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Wet Irises".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel.(23" x 19"). Summer Rain Series - Butterfly Collection. $1,500. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Wet Irises" - Reverse.
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (19" x 23"). Summer Rain Series - Butterfly Collection. $1,500. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Sun Showers".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel.(23" x 19"). Summer Rain Series - Butterfly Collection. $1,200. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Sun Showers" - Reverse.
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (19" x 23"). Summer Rain Series - Butterfly Collection. $1,200. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Giving Tree".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel.(23" x 19"). Saturated Solitude Series - Tree-cycle Collection. $1,300. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Giving Tree" - Reverse.
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (19" x 23"). Saturated Solitude Series - Tree-cycle Collection. $1,300. |
Cynthia Ann swan, "Late November Rain" - free Standing.
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (19" x 23"). Saturated Solitude Series - Tree-cycle Collection. $1,550. |
Cynthia Ann swan, "Late November Rain" - wall mounted.
| IIndividual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel.(23" x 19"). Saturated Solitude Series - Tree-cycle Collection. $1,550. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Autumn Embers".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel.(23" x 19"). Saturated Solitude Series - Tree-cycle Collection. $1,650. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Autumn Embers" - Reverse.
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (19" x 23"). Saturated Solitude Series - Tree-cycle Collection. $1,650. |
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Conference".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" Diameter). Birds Eye View Series - Butterfly Collection. |
$1,550.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Home". Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" Diameter).
Looking Glass Series - Butterfly Gardens Collection. $950.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Canopy". Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" Diameter).
Looking Glass Series - Butterfly Gardens Collection. $950.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Morning Dew".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" Diameter). Birds Eye View Series - Butterfly Collection. |
$1,350.
Cynthia Ann Swan,
"For Cynthia Reflections".
| Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass on Custom Wall-Mounted Aluminum Presentation Panel, (14" Diameter). Birds Eye View Series - Butterfly Collection. |
$1,350.
Cynthia Ann Swan, "Beautiful Battle Scars", Individual Kiln-formed Recycled Glass, (20" Diameter).
Sea Circles Series -Oceanside Collection. $1,800.