Tahoe Backcountry inspires Watercolor Dreamscapes by Joyce Major
With all of her senses engaged, she creates watercolors that capture her love affair with Lake Tahoe and nature.
Meet Joyce Major, Incline Village water colorist. Joyce combines her passion for the outdoors with an equal passion for creating art.
Like many local artists, she draws her artistic inspiration from being here at Lake Tahoe where she snowshoes, skis, hikes and kayaks. Her backcountry landscape photography has also inspired her watercolor paintings.
True to Her Heart: Christie Ussher
She expresses her art on canvas, buildings, walls and metal.
And skin, film, stone and cars.
LTCC Art Gallery Director & Landscape Artist, Phyllis Shafer
Her art is a lyrical expression of her innate awareness to her surroundings.
Well known by college art students, she is currently featured on Lake Tahoe buses and t-shirts.
His Natural Obsession: Photographer Rachid Dahnoun
In Tahoe, it’s not unusual to be awed by nature. It happens daily, and often.
Capturing the subtle nuances and glory of nature in a photograph though is a skill, a passion, and an enduring gift for everyone.
Meet Rachid Dahnoun, South Lake Tahoe photographer.
Sculpted Photographs by Matt Dodge, Snowboard Pioneer
Snowboard pioneer and former world champion uses adrenalin to fuel his imagery.
Meet Matt Dodge.
“I create modern images that document contemporary man’s celebration of the eternal earth,” states Dodge. “I blend the excitement of my experiences with a primal urge to create.”
Connecting Heaven and Earth by Yasmin Sayyed
South Lake Tahoe mixed media artist and poet, Yasmin Sayyed, is participating in an international art movement to help bridge Heaven & Earth through art and energy.
Shown here is Yasmin’s painting entitled “Peace be Still; in the Heart of Humanity” which was created in her South Shore studio.
The Magical Art of Cathy McClelland
Art has always been her escape, taking her into the realms of her imagination where she creates.
Cathy McClelland has lived and created on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe for many years. Her love for Tahoe is shared with her love for painting Tahoe’s environment, as well as many other magical themes in life.
Segmented Woodturning Artist: Malcolm Tibbetts
The shapes defy the expected. Like a magician, he transforms myriad pieces of wood into a puzzling, seamless works of art.
How did he do that?
Meet Malcolm Tibbetts, segmented woodturning artist from South Lake Tahoe. read more →
Embrace Beauty with Kit Night
Her paintings are animated, full of color and personality. Just like her.
Kit Night, South Lake Tahoe oil painter, has an extraordinary gift. She can take the ordinary like fruit, a table glass or dessert, and bring it to life with an injection of dramatic color and poetic lines.
Shelley Hocknell Zentner: Artist and Rock Climber from South Lake Tahoe
Shelley decided to make South Lake Tahoe her home not only for the inspirational art scene.
She’s an avid rock climber and athlete.
Sound familiar?
Textile Artist Paula Chung
Her gardens inspire much of her art, even in the midst of enchanting Tahoe winter.
With nature as her pattern and fabric her pallet, she creates award-winning, luminous garden quilts in South Lake Tahoe.
Meet Paula Chung, textile artist.
Patrick Blide Metal Sculptor
He specializes in sculptures made from reclaimed metal objects, specifically railroad spikes that he masterfully bends to capture motion and movement like this Horse Head.
Meet Patrick Blide, metal sculptor and iron worker from Truckee.
Patrick’s art ranges from small wall hangings and action figures to larger stand alone sculptures several with western themes. He also creates a wide variety of smaller pieces featuring athletic figures like his scuba diver, ice climber and skier. read more →
Primitive Contemporary Art by Reds Regan
He has a style all his own.
An extension of his being, Reds Regan’s paintings are free flowing, bold, and expressive. A charismatic style emblematic of Reds’ passion for living and his drive to express it on canvas.
Through his fluid brush strokes and bold multi-layered colors, Reds’ primitive contemporary art is an extension of his innate connection with nature. His unique composition and energetic expression create a poetically simplistic yet boldly relaxed style.
Pottery and Paintings by Lynn Woodward
Lynn Woodward has lived in South Lake Tahoe for more than 20 years, where she enjoys the good life.
For Lynn that means skiing, sailing, painting, making pottery and teaching others.
Tahoe Landscapes in Oil with David Russo
Out of 300,000 boys, he was selected as the “Boy of the Year” by the Boys Club of America in the late 1940′s because of his artistic talents and community service. At the same time while still in grade school, he also won a scholarship to the San Francisco College of Art where he studied on Saturdays and at night.
Continuing to display his indisputable talents in high school, he became the first recipient of the Stephen David Epstein Memorial Scholarship which made him eligible to study anywhere in the world for one year.
He chose to study in Paris. With Picasso. Meet David Russo of South Lake Tahoe.
South Shore Potter Fired UP: Barbara Wesson
“I work with clay. Elements derived from the earth.
Forms created through rhythm and motion.
Like the process that completes my work, it fires me up.
Keeps my inner fire burning and sets my soul free.” B Wesson
Truckee Flintknapping Artist Grog Verbeck
It requires his complete attention and puts this Truckee artist in a meditative state.
Flintknap art sculptures by Grog Verbeck.
Grog says this ancient, primitive skill is a dying art.
Field Seminars & Photo Tours with Jon Paul
If pictures speak louder than words, his photographs can change the world.
Jon Paul uses his photography to open our eyes and hearts to the importance of the environment in our daily lives. Through his amazing photography, Jon, a full time landscape and wildlife photographer, focuses on capturing the intimacy of the quiet places that surround us. Jon also conducts private individual and small group field seminars for photographers of all ability levels. read more →
A Reflection of his Life: Stained Glass Artist Robert Rathman
His creations take lots of patience and skill.
Otherwise, weeks of work can be lost in an instant.
South Shore artist, Robert Rathman, has been working with stained glass since the 70′s.
Focused: Photographer Court Leve
His challenge is capturing “quintessential moments”.
He says it keeps him focused.
Contemporary Art by Carole Sesko
Her artwork is constantly evolving, mirroring her life as it transforms with the next stage of discovery and creative expression.
Lately, she has infused deeper textures into her imaginative mixed media pieces, bringing them to life like her 3-D houses and animated guitar paintings that ignite the senses and pull at our heart strings.
Personal yet powerful, Carole’s constructivist art is a reflection of her joyous connection with the magical beauty of her surroundings.
Meet Carole Sesko, contemporary artist from Truckee. read more →
Elizabeth and Olof Carmel of Truckee
They specialize in unique and expressive landscapes.
Their mesmerizing prints combine dramatic photography, vivid colors, and artistic touches to create new, captivating visions of the natural world.
Meet Elizabeth and Olof Carmel, Truckee based photographers and owners of Carmel Gallery in Truckee.
Sculptured Masterpieces by David Foster
His art embodies Renaissance ideals of blending classical beauty with naturalism.
Meet David Foster, South Lake Tahoe Sculptor.
Without a doubt, Foster has had a profound influence in bringing art to South Shore and Lake Tahoe.
Blending Local Artists and Modern Masters: Keoki Flagg
When you find yourself at Squaw, stop by Gallery Keoki.
You’ll be glad you did.
Re-Purposed Art by Aimee Had
With a style all her own, Aimee Had of Truckee, uses her art to express her values which is emblematic of her tight knit mountain community.
Like the pioneers of expressionism, Van Gogh, Edvard Munch and Manet, Aimee’s paintings deliberately distort our world in order to obtain an emotional effect that vividly transmits our imagination and mood.
Meredith Niles Paintings on Exhibit at the West Shore Café
An exhibition of original Meredith Niles Paintings is now on display at The West Shore Café & Inn, 5160 West Lake Blvd., Homewood, CA. The paintings may be viewed everyday 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Niles, known for her large still life acrylic works, has turned her attention outdoors, capturing views of Lake Tahoe now in oil.
Everyday Life by Randall Stauss
His paintings often depict the everyday life found at the boat marinas of Lake Tahoe, the back streets of Truckee, and the trails around Fallen Leaf Lake.
Like this classic of Chief Black Cloud.
Meet Randall Stauss of Carnelian Bay.
Regal Rooster Art by Nancy Abicht
Her subjects like to strut their stuff.
Roosters by Nancy Abicht, South Shore watercolorist.
Photography by Chris Talbot at North Tahoe Event Center
The imagery of long time local and world travel photographer, Chris Talbot, will be on display at the North Tahoe Event Center through the end of September.
To celebrate this exhibit and Lake Tahoe’s unique mountain culture, an event will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2011 with some proceeds going to the North Tahoe Regional Park Friends of the Park Fund. This is the third year Chris has given back to his roots.
Fantastical Illustrations by Kristen Schwartz
Inspired by her surroundings and world cultures, Kristen Schwartz of South Shore has captured many of Tahoe’s mythical icons and other fantasticals in her illustrations, including this image of Cave Rock Woman.
Cultural mythology and healing customs from around the world play a big part in Kristen’s captivating art work which she calls Faery Medicine.
Her hope is that her illustrations will spark an interest in the vast indigenous wisdom that exists before it disappears completely.
Paulis’ Painting, “Summer Clouds, Hope Valley,” featured at International Exhibit
“Summer Clouds, Hope Valley” by Bonita Paulis has been accepted into the Pastel Society of the West Coast 25th Pastels USA International Open Exhibition show to be held at the Haggin Museum located at 1201 N. Pershing Ave. in Stockton, California, from April 18 through June 24, 2011.
Congratulations Bonita!
Freckle Face Switch Plates in Truckee
Funny how ideas come to light. Literally.
As an artist herself, she wanted to create a way for everyone to afford emerging artists’ work without having to find space on the wall, or pay for framing. So she started putting art onto light switch plate covers. First her own art, and then other artists.
Meet Kristen Anderson from Truckee.
Boats and Pastries by Julie
Having lived in Lake Tahoe for more than 50 years, she knows how to capture the many moods of Tahoe in her paintings and how to attract people to her gallery.
After graduating from the University of Nevada in Reno in 1985, Julie Whitney Wainscoat opened a gallery and art studio in Kings Beach to showcase her paintings, photography, and custom furniture.
The gallery is located inside a favorite North Shore bakery. read more →
Yachting Magazine Features Steve Lapkin Photograph
Lake Tahoe is to receive a double honor from Yachting magazine. After twenty years of photography, Lake Tahoe resident Steve Lapkin has received one of the highest praises of his career.
Yachting magazine will feature his shot of the iconic Thunderbird on January’s 2011 cover; the first of Lapkin’s shots to be published by the magazine.
Ceramic Sculptures by Jesse Martin
“Good sculpture is always a struggle and that makes it worth the making.” states sculptor Jesse Martin from Truckee.
Jesse has been creating ceramic sculpture and functional pottery for over twenty years.
The Art of Gratitude: Jan Foss Wins Watercolor Award
Jan Foss is an artist and watercolor instructor working out of her studio/art gallery in Incline Village.
In September 2010, Jan won an Honorable Mention award at the Watercolor Association of Sacramento Horizons (WASH) annual exhibit for her painting Sunlit Cannas shown here. Jan has won many awards for her work during her 25 year painting career. “But it is always a thrill to win!” she says.
Love of Water Inspires Paintings by Melinda Plumbridge
Water is her fluid canvas.
Her inspiration.
Her connection to Tahoe. Her passion. And what better place to capture the beauty of water and its creative expression on landscapes than Lake Tahoe.
Meet Melinda Plumbridge from Tahoe City.
Into the Moment with Lainie Vreeland
She’s added a new twist to photography and art.
Hand-modified Photo Artistry by Lainie Vreeland.
A native of Incline Village since 1979, Lainie’s Hand-Modified Photo Artistry came out of her desire and passion to preserve Tahoe’s history and culture.
Capturing the Human Condition by Ali Warren
Her attention to detail in her illustrations mimics the master Flemish painters who are her inspiration.
Meet Ali Warren, impressionist from South Lake Tahoe.
Sierra Light by Bonita Paulis
She works with soft pastels to capture the subtle mood of our Sierra landscapes.
Her refined study of nature’s textures and skillful compositions accurately depict the changing quality of light cast upon Lake Tahoe, from the crisp light of early morning, to the crescendo of an evening alpenglow, to the saturated glow of autumn.
Meet Bonita Paulis, landscape artist from South Lake Tahoe. read more →
Tahoe Rocks by Pamela Hunt Lee
In her lakefront studio, Pamela creates art work which reflects the natural beauty of the world around her.
With nature as her muse, the Lake Tahoe environment is portrayed in her jewelry, paintings, giclee prints and note cards.
Life at the Lake by Lauren Sannazzaro
As a native of South Lake Tahoe and thriving young artist, she provides a refreshing perspective of life at Lake Tahoe such as her delightful depiction of Fannette Island and Emerald Bay.
Lauren Sannazzaro started drawing at age fifteen as a form of escapism creating colorfully detailed abstract designs. With an insatiable desire to learn more about art, she attended her first art class at Lake Tahoe Community College at age sixteen.
Handwoven Tapestries and Rugs by Romiti
They have been creating their handwoven award-winning tapestries and rugs for almost 40 years.
Each expressive piece is made by hand, entirely original from the fleece to the finished product.
Meet the Romitis, Judith and Lawrence, of Incline Village.
Truckee’s van Gogh: Artist Susie Alexander completes 40 paintings in 28 days
Artist Susie Alexander completes 40 paintings in 28 days
by Lisa Korb of Moonshine Ink
This is one of those months that I wish I had 8,000 instead of 800 words to write about art since my subject is just so inspiring, talented, prolific, fun, and a million other happy adjectives. I’m talking about Susie Alexander, the Truckee painter who embarked on a serious adventure last month: to best van Gogh’s legacy of 75 paintings in 70 days by churning out 40 in 28 days.
This article is a reprint from Moonshine Ink, the Independent News Source for Truckee and North Lake Tahoe.
Nature Photographer Scott Thompson
Nature photographer Scott Thompson of Truckee invites you to enjoy the beauty of frozen time through his countless images ranging from abstract and art, animals and wildlife, to Tahoe landscapes and plants.
His photos serve as a visual reminder of the endless beauty of nature.
Watercolor and Mixed Media by Fred Noerdlinger
He incorporates strong value changes with expressive brush strokes to create depth and movement.
His watercolors are bold and contemporary and appear to glow with over twenty layers of color.
Recently, he added iridescent watercolors and a variety of rice papers to his pieces, a combination that has resulted in new and unique works. read more →
Larry Kendall, Plein Air Artist and Wood Carver
You may have seen him at Lily Lake this summer or fall, or somewhere else outside painting, aka plein air, at Lake Tahoe.
Meet Larry Kendall, South Lake Tahoe plein air artist and wood carver.
The Glass Rat: Catherine Strand
Once caught scrounging through a tray of glass scraps by an instructor, she was proclaimed a “rat in the glass.”
Meet Catherine Strand, glass art wizard from Kings Beach.
Catherine’s art glass pieces reflect her fascination with color and light and the variations of their intensity, and the transformative nature of fire. A meditative vision first aroused her curiosity about glass art.
A World of Culture by South Shore Photographer Dirk Yuricich
Vikingsholm Castle. Ehrman Mansion. Thunderbird Lodge. Watson’s Cabin. Eiffel Tower.
Eiffel Tower? In Lake Tahoe?
You bet.
Just ask Dirk Yuricich, South Shore photographer and world traveler.
T Pots Pottery. A Truckee Staple.
Her art has such personality.
Bold and beautiful. Lively. Animated.
At the same time, it has function and purpose.
