March Artists 2009

Laurie Brainerd and Liz Azford at Fiber Art Space
Laurie Brainerd, fiber artist: statement and images to come
Liz Azford, fiber artist My recent work focuses upon multiple systems of patterning, sometimes layered, sometimes juxtaposed. I begin with white silk organza, which I batik, screen-print, and/or resist-dye with geometric patterning. The silk is mechanically fused with wool roving, and the precise geometic patterning is modified, distorted, as the wool shrinks to become felt. Finally I draw over the patterning with cotton embroidery thread to reinforce - or obscure - the patterning. Description of work: Screen-printed and resist-dyed silk organza layered with raw wool roving and felted; stitched. Click images for larger view.
“Cinnabar”	“Lost in Thought”
Chuck Ramirez Studio Visit
Chuck Ramirez is an artist and designer who lives and works in San Antonio, Texas. His large-scale photographic portraits of banal objects are often humorous, yet poignant metaphors for the transient nature of consumer culture and the frailty of life. His work has been shown extensively, both locally and nationally  as well as exhibits in Europe, Mexico and South America. He resides in the Lower King William neighborhood with his three cats Leo, Marble Kitty, and Gray. He loves cooking and entertaining, and is often seen wandering aimlessly about the produce, wine, and cheese departments of Central Market. His motto:  “When I’m empty please dispose of me properly.” Click images for larger view.
“Breakfast Tacos”	“Buddha Case”
Melanie Fain at Hunt Gallery
My goal is to capture the essence of how I feel about a particular subject and share that emotional bond with my viewers. To achieve this, I limit myself to painting and drawing what I know and love. I want to convey to the world the beauty of the spider as well as the butterfly. I hope you enjoy my art. It is my life's pleasure to bring the natural world to you. Click images for larger view.
"Beginnings"	"Calico Girl"
Nate Cassie Studio Visit
My work encompasses drawing, painting, sculpture and video. The medium or material used for each specific project or series is chosen for its ability to best illustrates the concept that drives the work. I am currently working on several pieces involving community- the nature and scale of various communities, the ties that bind communities and the dynamics within those groups. Click images for larger view.