Celebrating Mid-Autumn, Studio Update

As of the Mid-Summer studio update, I thought things were settling down, but things have been busier than ever with art coming and going from the studio, there is a lot to share in this mid-season studio update. We are so grateful that the hard work of summer is behind us, our gardens fed us well, our milkweed has created a butterfly sanctuary. This is a favorite time of year, the time when we can slow down and count our blessings, Samhuin, the night of the Ancestors, is just past.The biggest focus as I write is preparing for Open Studio, I look forward to seeing you here. See this page for details. The next few images show a sneak peak of Sunwise Farm & Sanctuary, and the studio, brand new art, jewelry and greeting cards.

Look for this Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR Sign as you drive through the countryside
Look for this Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR Sign as you drive through the countryside
Sneak peek into Kathleen O'Brien Studio, view of home and bread oven of Sunwise Farm & Sanctuary, front room, back room and jewelry case.

Sneak peek into Kathleen O’Brien Studio, view of home and bread oven of Sunwise Farm & Sanctuary, front room, back room and jewelry case.

"Night Song 2", watercolor, drawing, botanicals, collage by Kathleen O'Brien

See new art like “Night Song 2”, watercolor, drawing, botanicals, collage by Kathleen O’Brien

 

A sample of newest jewelry by Kathleen O'Brien using ancient, antique, vintage and handmade beads premiering at the Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR. These are one of a kind treasures.

A sample of newest jewelry by Kathleen O’Brien using ancient, antique, vintage and handmade beads premiering at the Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR. These are one of a kind treasures.  Clockwise; Talisman for Confidence, Talisman for Mothers, Talisman for Health.

Samples of new greeting card sets by Kathleen O'Brien. In addition to holiday and favorite card sets, there are 12 new ones - that makes 48 new cards.

Samples of new greeting card sets by Kathleen O’Brien. In addition to holiday and favorite card sets, there are 12 new ones – that makes 48 new cards.


Press Conference for Legacy Trail Blazes

Lexington Mayor Jim Gray held a press conference on October 13 at Lexmark, on the Legacy Trail near one of the fifteen blazes (flags) to announce it and congratulate the artists. Five of the fifteen artists were able to attend along with the officials who created the trail and Kate Sprengnether who organized the artists.

Legacy Trail Blazes at the Press conference with Lexington Mayor Jim Gray

Legacy Trail Blazes at the Press conference with Lexington Mayor Jim Gray


Fall Exhibits

Beyond the Horse at tribeca trunk until November 19.

Fertile Ground at Berea Arts Council until November 7.

Horizon: Contemporary Landscape at Community Art Center until November 11.

Kentucky Crafted @ the Breeders Cup Festival at the Livery October 28 – 31.

Details from Fall exhibits

Details from Fall exhibits


Drawn to Kentucky

Let Us Do Our Best Even If It Gets Us Nowhere, (a quote from Henry Miller, love it) was excepted into the Drawn to Kentucky exhibit at LexArts, November 20 – December 30. Works on paper are going to be in the spotlight, it should be interesting.

Let Us Do Our Best Even If It Gets Us Nowhere, watercolor, drawing, collage by Kathleen O'Brien

“Let Us Do Our Best Even If It Gets Us Nowhere”, watercolor, drawing, collage by Kathleen O’Brien


Holiday Revels

December 1 – 31: Holiday Revels
MS Rezny Studio/Gallery
903 Manchester Street, Lexington KY 40544
Artist Reception and Lexington Humane Society Benefit, December 3, 4 – 7 pm.

Throughout 2015, the gallery has been filled with the innovative work of many contemporary artists. Holiday Revels will be your chance to review the work of our featured artists. A wide variety of media and subject matter will offer an abundance visual stimulation for the festive season.

Holiday Revels 2015 postcard from MS Rezny Studio Gallery

Holiday Revels 2015 postcard from MS Rezny Studio Gallery. Artists to be featured are, left to right, Kathleen O’Brien, Michael Wayne, Laverne Zabielski, Mary Rezny, Marco Logsdon, Staci McKnight Maney, Kathy Rees Johnson and Melissa T. Hall.


New Products from society6

Always Merry and Bright Clock by Kathleen O'Brien Studio from society6

Always Merry and Bright Clock by Kathleen O’Brien Studio from society6