Meeting of Minds 14 - Vic Barr

Vic added his bridge this past weekend. It is a beautiful addition to the piece.

Only a few more things left to do before we present it this Friday!

Meeting of Minds 13 - Paul Jackson

Paul came in for our monthly meeting and took the opportunity to add a few lovely little birds to the project. Can you find them?

Greg shot a few pictures of Paul as he worked with what materials he had available to him. Not bad for some latex paint and a sponge brush!

Meeting of Minds 12 - Michael Anderson

Michael has added a lovely postcard size painting to the composition. Since I haven't seen it in person, I don't know if he actually painted onto the surface or if he attached a small painting onto the surface. I also feel like Mike might have added a few splashes of color throughout the painting. If you are curious too, you will just have to come see the piece for yourself on February 26, 2010. That is when we will officially unveil this work of art at the Gateway Gallery reception.

Meeting of Minds 7 - Janet Fons

While Janet was working at the gallery she made some great progress by adding her creative element to the piece. In the beginning, she mentioned struggling with the technical aspects of not working in her normal routine, but then she decided to think outside of her own box and apply some tissue paper and seal it in the hopes that another fellow artist will add some color. Janet says, "I wanted to connect at least two of the elements on the panel because the pieces were looking very separate and I liked thinking about the initial part as a cityscape and the circle as the moon overhead so I added some "sky" between the two, working with the existing colors. Always looking for a landscape I guess... "

If you would like to learn more about Janet and her process, please visit her blog.

Approximately ten more Gateway Artists will be adding their expertise to this group project by the time this project is considered finished. As they work they have also been documenting their progress on Facebook on the Gateway Gallery Fan Page.

Meeting of Minds 10 - Vic Mastis

There is no mistaking when Vic adds her "Touch of Gold" to a work of art that you know it is her creation. Can you see how whe has broken up some elements and unified the space all at the same time? What a fantastic way to pull everyone together!

Meeting of the Minds 6 - Greg Matchick

Greg has applied one of his photographs to the upper right corner of the Meeting of Minds piece. He has also provided us with a close-up so we can see more detail. He mentioned the idea of using one of his more abstract photos because he thought that would lend itself more easily to the collaboration.

You should check out the coments on our Gateway Gallery Fan Page. It is so fun to see what the artists are saying!

Meeting of Minds 5 - Vic Barr

Vic has created a beautiful wooden bridge to add to the collaboration. He plans to decide where to attach it once it becomes apparent where it belongs. This concept of using a bridge in this group project is so creative and appropriate to the piece.

Meeting of Minds 4 - Catherine Honse and John Barhydt

Cate has adorned the art piece with one of her hand made ceramic leaves.

John has incorporated a few of his fine art photographs collaged onto the piece.

These newest additions to this work of art are a prime example of two artists working outside of their comfort zone in an effort to contribute to our group project. This is what makes the Gateway artists so special. We understand the value in trying new things and working together.

Meeting of Minds 3 - Garry McMichael

Garry has shared a photo of his contribution to the collaboration. Can you find it?

This piece is really taking shape as each artist brings their own personality and talent to the table. The most fascinating part is how each addition to the piece seems to be right at home as soon as it is added.