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Horned Dorset Colony.

I am excited to announce I have accepted an invitation & scholarship to participate in the 4-week, Session III Residency (Sept 5 – Oct 2) at the Horned Dorset Colony.  The 250 acre site in the rural hamlet of Leonardsville, N.Y., includes a working apple orchard, hopyard, organic vegetable gardens, waterfall, and miles of walking trails through the hilly woodlands and pastures of a former Horned Dorset breed sheep farm.

Artist R.L. Gibson will participate in the 2018 Session III artist residency at the Horned Dorset Colony in upstate NY!

The founders have graduate degrees in the arts and they have donated multiple houses and 250 acres of land to advance the Colony’s mission and insure its future growth. They also own The Horned Dorset Inn, a long-established and successful inn and restaurant which provides the Colony with a dining facility as well as an elegant venue for fundraising events, exhibitions and cultural engagement with the public.

My hope is to spend time working on integrating my decades-long xerography process with my passion for painting and fiber arts.  I am looking for a path forward, and HDC has generously offered me the time and space to work it out.  I am filled with gratitude.

Thank you, Horned Dorset Colony!

Foot Traffic Opens.

"Second Line NOLA" (10"x20" xerography on wood) by R.L. Gibson
“Second Line NOLA(10″x20″ xerography on wood) by R.L. Gibson

If you get a chance, stop by The Tomato Head on Market Square in Knoxville, TN, from April 2 to May 6, to see “Foot Traffic”, a new series of xerography work.  Learn more about the “Foot Traffic” series.

"Foot Traffic" show by R.L. Gibson hanging at The Tomato Head in Knoxville, TN.
“Foot Traffic” show by R.L. Gibson hanging at The Tomato Head in Knoxville, TN.

 

OPENING: The Bitters 2 @ Whitdel Arts (Detroit, MI)

"Nephelococcygia" by Walter Jackson
“Nephelococcygia” by Walter Jackson

The Bitters 2: We’re Fucked
February 23rd – April 14th, 2018
Opening Reception: Friday, February 23rd, 7-10pm

 

In times of cynicism, disgust and hopelessness, we look for outlets to express our frustrations, as well as our aspirations for action and change. We decided to take one of our favorite exhibitions and reboot it in this current time of disillusionment and subjective truth.  The Bitters 2: We’re Fucked explores how we currently cope with lies, greed, conflict, inequality, and paranoia – with all the sarcasm, and overall disenchantment that made the first The Bitters exhibition so satisfying. 

While all ages are welcome, please know this exhibition might make you laugh, make you uncomfortable or even straight up make you angry. Not all work may be appropriate for young or sensitive viewers. 

Exhibiting artists:

Vanessa Motano
E.J. Cobb
Michael Polakowski
Thom Sawyer
Briar Craig
Chrilz 
Caroline Del Giudice
Gutwald Emargut
Melissa Dettloff
Stephen William Schudlich
Connie Noyes
Brach Goodman
William Charland
Brandin Barón
Joseph Kameen
Lorenza Centi
Simone Schiffmacher
Kevin Kuenster 
R.L. Gibson
Michael A. Garguilo
Suzanna Scott
Ryan Standfest
John Sippel
John Maggie
Scott Anderson
Gigi Salij
Janet Braun-Reinitz
Skip Davis
Ray Domzalski Jr.
Lucy Cahill
Leroi DeRubertis
Rachel & Robert Zahorsky
Andy Malone
Joe Bazzi
Whitney Sage
Walter Jackson

You are welcome to visit Whitdel Arts for the opening reception at 1111 Bellevue St., Suite 110, Detroit.  See the Facebook event page here.

Questions?  Email JenClare at jenclare@whitdelarts.com.

DAY 11: Pink

"Pink" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Pink” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 11 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  I am still a bit under the weather, so I decided to make this Sunday simple.  Who doesn’t love a pink flamingo?

DAY 11:
“Pink” 
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 12…

DAY 10: Poulpe

"Poulpe" DETAIL by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Poulpe” DETAIL by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 10 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  I have been under the weather but my little poulpe (french for “octopus”) is bright & happy.  And you know how I love a bubble…

"Poulpe" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Poulpe” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor)

DAY 10:
“Poulpe” 
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 11…

DAY 9: Patience

"Patience" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Patience” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 9 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  While everyone’s thoughts have turned to Spring, I had a Fall flashback this morning.  Be patient; Fall will come.

"Patience" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Patience” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

DAY 9:
“Patience” 
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 10…

DAY 8: Pale Beyond

"Pale Beyond" DETAIL by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Pale Beyond” DETAIL by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 8 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  I seem to be wading in proverbial water for the past few days.  Tomorrow, I will make a purposeful break.  Change is good.

"Pale Beyond" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Pale Beyond” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

DAY 8:
“Pale Beyond” 
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 9…

DAY 7: Purpure

"Purpure" DETAIL by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Purpure” DETAIL by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 7 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  When I talk to people about color, I hear over and over again that blue gives them a sense of calm, that yellow makes them happy.  To each his own.  To me, blue is such an ordinary color that it only shines when given assistance by yellow or green.  But red… Red screams warmth to me.  It is my color of choice. Any other color in addition is just a bonus.  Live out loud.

"Purpure" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Purpure” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor)

DAY 7:
“Purpure” DETAIL
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 8…

DAY 6: Pomelo

"Pomelo" DETAIL by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Pomelo” DETAIL by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 6 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  Abstract expressionism allows me the freedom to feel through paint, but I am often intrigued by the abstracted forms.  Do you see water or sky?  Coastal or nebular?  Is it my interpretation or yours.  Interesting.

"Pomelo" by RLGibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Pomelo” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

DAY 6:
“Pomelo” DETAIL
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 7…

DAY 5: Papilionidae

"Papilionoidae" by R.L. Gibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Papilionoidae” by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

It is DAY 5 the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  No themes, no rules, just paint.  The butterfly is a classic symbol of transformation, and as I painted this swallowtail my thoughts turned my friends in the transgender community. Amidst all the political opinions on the civil rights of others, it occurs to me that many people have forgotten the basic tenet of being a a decent human being –kindness.  I have been fortunate to have the benefit of knowing the bravery of those in transition, of seeing the joy, and pain, of the journey, of witnessing the joy of recognition.  Recognition. 

"Papilionoide" DETAIL by R.L. Gibson (6"x6" watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)
“Papilionoidae” DETAIL by R.L. Gibson (6″x6″ watercolor)

People only want to be seen without need of explanation, recrimination or commentary.  It is no great imposition to expect to seen.  Open your eyes to transform your heart.   

DAY 5:
“Papilionidae” DETAIL
(6″x 6″ watercolor on 140lb. coldpress)

During the February challenge, I am offering each piece at $25, including shipping inside the U.S., for two days after it is posted.  You can email me, message me on Facebook or Instagram with your email address for a PayPal invoice & your snail mail for shipping.  First message takes it.  

See you on DAY 6…