Gallery 49

Please join us for a wine and cheese opening reception on November 5th, 5pm-7pm. The show will be up from November 5-29th.

Rock, Paper, Scissors….Shoot! Here are a few cool things you may not know about me:
As the face behind RPS Art Studio, my work is often described as whimsical, quirky and sometimes nostalgic, usually resulting in funny, happy scenes of delight. I’m inspired by nature, people’s behavior, conversations overheard and situations seen. My biggest inspiration is my son. He keeps my imagination working overtime, constantly creating new ideas and imagery, helping to fuel my next project. In my free time I charge my batteries by daydreaming with my husband, meditating and writing tales of adventure.

Take a break and have a magical daydream with me.

http://www.rpsartstudio.com/

Please join us for a wine and cheese opening reception on October 1st,  5pm-7pm.  The show will be up from September 28th- November 1st.

1/5 people suffer with mental illness, a daily struggle which is invisible and unkown if not shared. On October 1st, the walls of 49west will be covered with abstractions of past and current struggles, feelings, emotions and symptoms in the hopes of sparking dialogue and raising funds for mental illness awareness and support. I feel this is an important dialogue, especially for men, who are told to walk it off, stuff it and called less masculine if they are lucky enough to be self aware. 20% of all art sales will go to NAMI of Anne Arundel County and a Rep from the organization will be on site at the reception. http://www.namiaac.org/

“Real men also cry.” Lebowski

Http://anthillstudio.weebly.com

Each month 49 West features the work of a different artist.

Meet the artist(s) the first Sunday of each month 5-7pm at a wine and cheese reception.

Come meet the artist Sunday, August 6th 5-7pm

This Month’s Featured Artist(s):

John Bildahl

 

Bio:

49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar and Gallery was one of my first stops when I moved to Annapolis last summer!

I had done my research before moving here from Las Vegas, NV and 49 West seemed like it would be the right kind of place for as a new “creative” to the area! This last year has proven that to be true and I have been inspired in my work by many of the countless performances we are lucky enough to have hosted here at 49.

 There is an energy I hope to convey in my paintings and drawings that I imagine is similar to the energy musicians hope to convey to their listeners.  Much of my work is created with a soundtrack for the piece as inspiration and many of my digital works are created during live music performances.

 Each painting is begun with an urge to physically interpret the visual and the emotional through the materiality of paint, oil pastels or even the moving stylus of an Apple pencil!

 Each mark on the canvas, whether controlled or accidental, is met with a countermove based on the outcome.

 Though born with a hand tremor I have learned to use my hand movement FOR me to support my expressive style and intuitive use of color.

 I hope the work “moves” you!   

Each month 49 West features the work of a different artist. Meet the artist(s) the first Sunday of each month 5-7pm at a wine and cheese reception.

This Month’s Featured Artist(s):

Come meet John O’Neill Sunday June 4th 5-7pm

Each month 49 West features the work of a different artist. Meet the artist(s) the first Sunday of each month at a wine and cheese reception.

This Month’s Featured Artist(s):

Come meet Erin at the opening reception  May 7th, 5-7pm at 49 West Coffeehouse.

Erin Schweers
“Untold”

Erin Schweers was born in Stony Brook, New York.
Working with oil paint she is inspired by the complex simplicity of nature and our abstract views of the world.
She graduated from the Ringling College of Art and Design with a degree in Fine Arts painting.

Artist Statement.
I entangle myself in the unseen world of dreams, connections, realizations and spirit.

Creating mindful coincidences, my paintings are rooted in the continual experience of the journey.

As a colorist I connect with the viewers directly through emotively rendered strokes.

Paying close attention to details of my awareness, I cultivate a painting process through layers and subtle texture.

Translating the UNTOLD into unidentifiable landscapes full of potentiality.

Photography

Come meet Laura at the opening reception  March 5th, 5-7pm at 49 West Coffeehouse.
Bio:

WHAT DO I HOPE “THEY” SAY OF MY WORK?
“HER WORK INVOKES A FEELING OF HUMILITY; AN APPRECIATION FOR HOW SMALL, YET HOW CRUCIAL EACH OF US IS TO THE NEXT. IT’S REFLECTIVE OF CONNECTIVITY TO THE LAND, TO THE CREATURES, AND TO THE PEOPLE THAT INHABIT IT. HER ARTISTIC RENDERINGS LEAD THIS CRITIC TO BELEIVE THAT AN ENOURMOUS PASSION AND IMMENSE LOVE FOR LIFE AND BEAUTY CLEARLY DEFINE HER WORK BUT DARE I SAY, ALLOW US A GLIMPSE INTO HER VERY SOUL.”

Well… Yeah!!! That would be totally fantastic!
BUT TRUTH BE TOLD… IF ALL THEY SAID IS “HER WORK IS FREAKING AWESOME!” WELL, MUST SAY, THAT WOULD MAKE ME SMILE QUITE A BIT TOO!

So who is Laura Sita Anyway?
I am a simple person with a huge belief that beauty can be found in all people, places, and things! All we have to do is be open to the possibilities! I believe that the impossible is in fact POSSIBLE! I am, first a Christian, then a mother, and finally a photographer, writer, mentor, and friend! Family means everything to me! Integrity and Honesty, those are staples of who I am! I’m a perpetual student of art, photography, business, and life. Three words that sum up me: Love | Faith | Adventure

My children are my greatest masterpieces and the best of all gifts I will ever receive! I had a dream to share the world with my babies before they graduated from high school. I wanted to give them the gift of history, humanity, compassion, the value of hard work, and an appreciation for nature and beauty. We have shared many fantastic, unforgettable, adventures together. Rooted in a desire to share with those who could not otherwise see the beauty of our land, my portfolio was born. I am blessed to do what I love, but more, to love, what I have been blessed to do! My most sincere hope is that you will be inspired by my work. Perhaps by way of your purchase others may too!

Come meet Jonathan C Nordstrom at the Opening reception Sunday, January 8th 5-7pm.

Note that this is the 2nd Sunday of the month instead of our regular 1st Sunday of the month receptions.

 
BIO:   Jon Nordstrom was born and raised in Michigan. Always a dreamer, he flitted and drifted through his early life. His art career started with a single tragedy and a dream that changed him forever, and drew out the talent he had hidden for so long.
“Sometimes Sleep” was created on paper with ink and marker. Sometimes Sleep is dedicated to the memory of their beloved nephew, Nathan, who was taken from them far too soon, and whose bright smile and infectious laugh still echoes in their hearts.  Jon’s second book, “Shimmer” allows children to immerse themselves in a touching and hilarious adventure.
Last but certainly not least, in between working on his children’s books, Jon also expresses his view of the universe across several canvases. He uses bright, powerful painting to reflect the immensity of the universe, his place in it, and the constant interplay of light and dark.
The website:  www.sometimessleep.com

2 JPEG’s of work with title of the pieces and what medium it was created in:
First attachment is “Transience”.  It is acrylic on canvas
Second attachment is “Comet”.  It is marker and ink on paper

Each month 49 West features the work of a different artist. Meet the artist(s) the first Sunday of each month at a wine and cheese reception.

November 2016 Featured Artist(s):

Anthony LaVorgna Jr (aka ANT) and Aaron Yealdhall (aka Scribe)

Anthony LaVorgna AKA ANT’s style is ever evolving. A mix of Pop and Abstract. His mediums of choice are melted wax, eggshells and acrylics. For this show he’s pulled his favorites from various series created over the last few months. He hopes to fully explore the potential of the melted crayon as a contemporary medium.

“Tiki Tonic” Skribe/Ant Collaboration  12×24 Crayon, Ink, Colored Pencil and Paint Marker on Canvas

“Reach Out” Skribe/Ant Collaboration 24×36 Crayon, Ink and Paint Marker on Canvas

“Jack” Aaron Yealdhall  11×14 Paint Marker, Ink, Colored Pencil in Shadowbox

“The Fringe Frontier” Anthony LaVorgna Jr 24×36 Crayon on Canvas (Painted Live at the 2016 Annapolis Fringe Festival”

49 West Coffee House celebrates October’s First Sunday Arts Festival with an exhibit of black and white photographs, circa 1950-1960, from the Annapolis Collection Gallery. Over twenty framed images will display here throughout October. Vintage Annapolitans are encouraged to come see this exhibit and let us know if you recognize yourself or your friends in a few of the images taken back in the 1950’s. An exhibit of Rock Star art with their show posters can also be seen in the Back Room.

We will not be having a reception for this night.