J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art: September 2013

Saturday, September 28, 2013

78209 Magazine Ad and new Oct edition 2013

78209 Magazine

Here is our new ad in the new 78209 Magazine, if you live in this zipcode you will be getting this in your mailbox monthly.

Thanks again to Michael Gaffney and 78209 for the coverage of the JR Mooney Gallery on Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209

Read the magazine online at:

http://78209magazine.com/magazine

San Antonio Woman Magazine

See our new ad in the New Oct 2013 San Antonio Woman Magazine. Thank you Michael Gaffney.
Read the newest edition of the magazine at:

www.sawoman.com/septemberoctober-2013

Framing Pic of the Day 9-28-2013

People are always asking

“How much is it to frame a painting, a family photo, etc. etc.?"

....So we have put together a nice selection of samples with approx. pricing to show you the affordability of framing your treasures.

Each price is approx. price and is only a sample based on current costs, excluding fitting fees and material availability. Sample price does not include mat, glass or any other additional stacking or molding samples unless otherwise stated.

The Gallantly Gold series samples

If you would want your 12” x 16” image framed in these gallantly gold classics, price ranges would be:

· $116.00 without glass to $195.30 with 2.5” mat and glass for the Top selection

· $131.10 without glass to $228.30 with 2.5” mat and glass for the Middle selection

· $342 without glass to $494.70 with 2.5” mat and glass for the Bottom selection

Call us today at 830-816-5106 for your framing needs

We will continue to bring you framing selections every few days as we spotlight the current moldings available at J.R. Mooney Galleries

Tuscan Poppies

Mark Keathley

Tuscan Poppies

9” x 12”

Oil on Panel

2013

Mark Keathley paints a peaceful village that speaks to the heart of those seeking times gone by. Five quaint structures nestled among lush greenery suggest generations of commitment to life at its best. The single identifiable structure is that of a church and suggests man living accountable to one another. This deep yearning is satisfied by Keathley’s lush floral garden. It is supported by a labor of love seen in the hand-made rock fences used to shelter a garden leaden with red and white Poppies and Yellow Astilbe. ©

Written by:

Betty Houston

Sales Consultant

JRM Galleries Boerne

Please call 210-828-8214 for further information on how to purchase the new Mark Keathley painting

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Framing Pic of the Day 9-25-2013

People are always asking

“How much is it to frame a painting, a family photo, etc. etc.?"

....So we have put together a nice selection of samples with approx. pricing to show you the affordability of framing your treasures.

The classic black samples

If you would want your 8” x 10” image framed in these black classics, price ranges would be:

· $61.00 without glass to $111.00 with glass for the Top selection

· $110 without glass to $173 with glass for the Middle selection

· $276 without glass to $382 with glass for the Bottom selection

Call us today at 830-816-5106 for your framing needs

We will continue to bring you framing selections every few days as we spotlight the current moldings available at J.R. Mooney Galleries

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

New Gallery Director Named for JR Mooney Galleries of Fine Art, Boerne

J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art is proud to announce the appointment of Gabriel Diego Delgado as Gallery Director for the J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art, Boerne.

Mr. Delgado’s previous position as Art Consultant at the San Antonio and Boerne gallery locations helped J.R. Mooney Galleries usher in new online gallery projects including the launch of a variety of social media platforms as well as a fresh direction for the in-house curatorial selections and hangings.

Delgado’s experience in the art world is rich in exceptional artistic experiences, from museums to galleries to institutional endeavors.

As Curator of Exhibitions for 5 years, at the Ineri Foundation, Delgado was one of two curators for the privately held, Station Museum of Contemporary Art and the Folk Art institution, the ArtCar Museum- both in Houston, Texas. With exhibitions ranging from local, regional and international, Delgado familiarized himself with various elements of the international art community. Wanting to continue his focus and path as a professional artist elsewhere, Delgado relocated to California where he spent 4 years building his own artistic portfolio. While in California he gained valuable knowledge in upper level management and corporate leadership working for a Fortune 100 company.

In 2007 Delgado returned to Texas and continued his passion for working with nonprofits, spending 2 years as Project Manager of Research and Development at the Museo Alameda, a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate in San Antonio.

With various management and directorship positions in the private as well as non-profit sectors, Delgado is also an art critic and reviewer - promoting the rich culture of Texas as a freelance writer for such publications as www.Glasstire.com, NHOME Magazine , NSIDE Publications, San Antonio Magazine, Voices of Art, La Prensa, Arts+Culture Texas, Local Community News, SA Current, and Explore Magazine. He currently sits on the Advisory Board of NHOME Magazine, providing consultation for their Arts and Culture selections and features.

Delgado continues to exhibit his own artwork in galleries throughout the U.S., touting exhibitions in San Francisco, Houston, Oakland, San Antonio, New York, and internationally in Madrid, Spain with an upcoming group exhibition in Cairo, Egypt. In addition to his diverse exhibition resume, Delgado has also been recognized by the Artist Foundation of San Antonio in2008, and was awarded the Houston based I.A.M. Art Grant in October 2011. He was also one of the finalists for the Houston-based Hunting Art Prize Grant for 2012.

His distinguishing experience and knowledge provides a unique blend of talent and curatorial direction for the Gallery Director position at J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art, Boerne. J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art, Boerne will continue to bring a roster of local, national and international artists coupled with museum quality custom framing to the San Antonio and Hill Country communities.

Petal to Stem

Installation pictures of the Sept 2013 Second Saturday at

J.R. Mooney Galleries, Boerne

"Petal to Stem"

4 pm - 8 pm Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013

305 S. Main St. Boerne, Texas 78006

detail of hanging in far back wall of Boerne Gallery

side back wall of Boerne gallery

corner of back gallery in Boerne

Curatorial statement for "Petals to Stem"

detail of D. Trott and Charles Pabst

Monday, September 9, 2013

Second Saturday in Boerne, Sept. 14, 2013

It's Picture Perfect

at Five Fabulous Fine Art Openings!

During Boerne’s 2nd Saturday Art and Wine

Picture yourself breezing along the Hill Country highway…going to not one, but Five Fabulous Fine Art Openings in the unique town of Boerne. It's September 14, at 4:00 PM and you are enjoying the cooler breezes and captivating colors, you park free, take a free trolley and start on your 2nd Saturday Art and Wine adventure, from 4-8 PM.  Attend these FREE monthly events from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, with complimentary Hors d'oeuvres and wine and find out why people all over the country are making this their Hill Country Art Destination.  Shows will hang until end of September. It's Picture Perfect.

For more information and to download a map to all the galleries, see www.secondsaturdayartandwine.com, or call 830.249.1500 . Come see for yourself!

Who: Boerne’s 2nd Saturday Art and Wine

What: FREE Fine Art Event open to the general public

Free parking • Free trolley • Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres and Wine

When: Three Dates to SAVE!

– September 14: A Picture Perfect Second Saturday!

– October 12: Celebrate the Seasons at Second Saturday!

– November 9: A Bounty of Beautiful Art!

Where:

-Carriage House Gallery of Artists: 110 Rosewood Ave., Boerne, TX 78006, 830.248.1184
-COSAS: 1109 S. Main St. #1, Boerne, TX 78006, 830.249.1500
-Highland House Gallery: 114 E. Highland Dr., Boerne, TX 78006, 830.249.8678

-J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art: 305 S. Main Street, Boerne, TX 78006, 830.816.5106
-Texas Treasures Fine Art Gallery: 605 South Main St., Boerne, TX 78006, 830.816.5335

Here's what's happening at the Five Fabulous Openings on September 14 at Second Saturday Art and Wine.

1.The Carriage House Gallery of Artists will be one of the official venues for Fotoseptiembre USA The exhibit, “Journeys,” features the work of Carriage House Gallery artist/partner, Angie Carney, and invited artists, Jay Kazen and E. Castle. Fotoseptiembre USA is an international photography festival held September 1 - 30 in San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country.

2. As part of Fotoseptiembre USA’s 2013 region wide exhibit, COSAS is excited to feature work by Geoff Winningham, professor of photography at Rice University. Geoff Winningham began photographing the popular fiestas of Mexico in 1984. Returning to the same Mexican villages several times a year, he formed personal relationships with families who permitted him to photograph them in the intimacy of their homes, and local officials who gave him special access to all phases of the celebrations. This is a don’t miss exhibit. Learn more at fotoseptiembreusa.com.

3. Picture this...unique gallery, just off the beaten path, that features dedicated artists whose oil paintings vary from western and wildlife to landscapes and contemporary! That's Highland House Gallery with bronze sculpture, pottery and handcrafted jewelry compliment the walls, as well. Visit with the artists during this evening event, share refreshments, and enjoy the newest creations by some of the most accomplished artists in the area. Find them in the River South Art District in the HeART of Boerne.

4.Join J. R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art as they open “Petal to Stem”, an exhibit of work by emerging, national, and international artists. Decorative, functional, and medicinal, flowers have played many vital roles. Floral still-lifes and landscapes can be relaxing, calm and meditative as well as jubilant and energetic “Petal to Stem” showcases these emotions as well as many more, granting individual observation and reception as key to this seemingly aromatic art appreciation. Engage your senses in flowers at J.R. Mooney Galleries through the end of the month.

5.Texas Treasures Fine Art is honored to feature the string quartet from the Symphony of the Hills from Kerville, Texas. This classical chamber ensemble will provide a sublime ambiance for which to enjoy the master works of the 50 national artists represented by Texas Treasures Fine Art. This will be an evening not to miss. The string quartet will play from 5:00 - 7:00. Come and immerse your senses in THE ARTS!

For more information and to download a map to all the galleries, see www.secondsaturdayartandwine.com, or call 830.249.1500.

Press release by Patsy Sasek, 210-535-3641

September Boerne Business Monthly

"Mooney Makes Sense"

See our new "Mooney Makes Sense" in the September edition of the Boerne Business Monthly at:

www.bluetoad.com

--We talk about historical aspect of flowers in art and the world. See our new selection of hangings at the Boerne Gallery location during Sec Sat. Sept 14, 2013...."Petal to Stem"

Friday, September 6, 2013

Pintrest

See the new Pinterest Site by J.R. Mooney Galleries at:

http://pinterest.com/jrmooney/boards/

"Petal to Stem", Second Saturday in Boerne, TX 9-14-2013

“Petal to Stem”

Second Saturday Art & Wine

J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art

Boerne,Texas

***Join J. R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art and four other galleries in Boerne, Texas as they continue celebrating Boerne’s Second Saturday Art & Wine on September 14, 2013 from 4 pm – 8 pm.

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--“Petal to Stem”, a curatorial hanging of a collection of floral paintings takes a look at the various impressionistic qualities of Mother Nature’s elaborate reproductive gem.

Decorative, functional, and medicinal, flowers have played many vital roles. 120 million year old flower fossils have been discovered on the graves of Neanderthals in Iraqi caves. Romans gave floral wreaths for victorious competitors. Indigenous cultures as well as New Age practitioners have used flowers, pollen, and scent for rituals as well as homeopathy.

From the earliest known floral art of the Egyptians to the personalized flower portraits of the Gothic era to the 17th century Dutch and 19th century impressionists – and onward to Van Gogh, O’Keefe, and Warhol arriving at Jose Vives-Atsara and Darryl Trott; flowers in art are found throughout mankind’s full existence.

Floral still-lifes and landscapes can be relaxing, calm and meditative as well as jubilant and energetic “Petal to Stem” showcases these emotions as well as many more, granting individual observation and reception as key to this seemingly aromatic art appreciation.

Gi Salmon’s “Peruvian Lily” portrays a picturesque and up-close rendition of the South American beauty, while Darryl Trott delivers an overhead point of view of a bountiful bouquet; both artists maximize blurred backgrounds to refocus the attention back to the still life.

The vase full of purple flowers painted by Jamie Lisa compliments the traditional composition of K. Yoon’s Floral Delight. While on the other hand the photorealism of Tulok’s red roses on copper panel contrast the impressionistic whips of color that formulate Jose Vives-Atsara’s “Wildflowers”.