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Jan 21, 2013

Gateway Gallery Opening Reception for Room with a View

Come share an evening of art and refreshments with the artists and guests of our gallery at the reception next Friday evening, January 25, from 6 to 9PM.

Please join our featured artists and friends, and visit with our current guest artists Rip Kastaris, Madison Thorn, Cheryl Dorris, and Arnie Huevelman, and hear the stories behind their exciting new works on display during our exhibit entitled "Room With a View."

Rip Kastaris

"Hendrix"

"John Coltrane"


Madison Thorn

Cheryl Dorris

"Athens Cafe"

"Oia"

Arnie Huevelman

Gateway Gallery is an artist-owned art gallery representing 16 regional artists featuring permanent and rotating exhibits reflecting a variety of artistic styles and mediums. Whether your interest is classic or contemporary realism, regional plein aire, abstract art or impressionism, we have something that will delight your artistic senses. Our artwork changes often. Come by and see what's new.

Jan 17, 2013

Arnie Heuvelman returns to Gateway Gallery as a Guest Artist, January 5, 2013 – February 15.

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS “Room with a View”, January 5, 2013 – February 15.

Arnie has studied under some of the best woodturners in St. Louis, Utah, North Carolina, and other schools in the country. Now he looks at a tree and can see the beauty, learning that same tree is where the art of a bowl starts. He has come to love finding trees with imperfections - meaning rotten wood. Taking something that is starting to go back to mother earth and making a bowl, learning how to cut that tree in such a way so the grain makes the article you’re making is an art in its self. Arnie uses every section making things like spinning tops or Christmas bird houses. When looking at his bowls please pick them up and feel them. Remember this piece came from something that took 30, 40 or even 50 years to grow. If you take the proper care it will last another 50 years. Arnie is a member of Best of Missouri Hands, American Association of Woodturners, St. Louis Woodturners, Show Me Woodturners, and has spent the last 4 years doing demos at Silver Dollar City and doing shows as far away as Connecticut and Iowa.

Bowl by Arnie Heuvelman

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Dec 5, 2012

Join us for some refreshments to celebrate the 2012 Holidays from 5PM to 7PM Friday, December 7, 2012.

Aspen Delight by Daniel Fishback, Oil on Acrylic

You are invited to share an evening of art and refreshments with the artists and guest artists of our gallery at a special holiday OPEN HOUSE this Friday, Dec 7.

Some special Christmas Shopping Promotions will be available.

Art is truly a lifelong gift, as is the friendship of our patrons and supporters with whom we celebrate.

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Blog post by Gateway Gallery Artist Daniel Fishback.

Nov 29, 2012

Gene Ursprung, New Guest Artist at Gateway Gallery November 21 - January 4, 2013

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS “The Beauty of Southern Germany”, November 21, 2012 – January 4, 2013.

Gene Ursprung will exhibit watercolor paintings as a Gateway Gallery guest artist November 21, 2012 through January 4, 2013. Gene is a regional artist known for his Mississippi river landscapes. Gene taught painting at Lewis and Clark Community College and has been accepted in shows at the St. Louis Artist Guild; in Decatur, Springfield, and Alton, Illinois; at the Illinois Art Museum at Rend Lake, Illinois; at Cedarhurst in Mt. Vernon, Illinois and a gallery in Chicago, Illinois. Gene has studied with watercolor artists Edgar Whitney and Eliott O'Hara in Kennebunkport, Maine and Harold Gregor in Saugatuck, Michigan. Gene's subject matter includes scenes along the Mississippi Great River Road of the limestone bluffs, historical houses and farms.

Watercolor by Gene Ursprung

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Nov 26, 2012

Michael Anderson, Returns as Guest Artist at Gateway Gallery November 21 - January 4, 2013

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS “The Beauty of Southern Germany”, November 21, 2012 – January 4, 2013.

Guest artist, Michael Anderson, will exhibit new watercolor and acrylic paintings as a Gateway Gallery guest artist November 21, 2012 through January 4, 2013. Michael's recent works include studio paintings based on his iPhone/iPad sketches. "Composition, color, design and working from life are just as important to my work whether I am pushing pixels or paint. My favorite subjects remain the same but I have added to my analog painting style since working with digital media." - Michael Anderson. Michael has been an artist, illustrator & designer for over 35 years. Collaboration with designers, architects and planners to develop their ideas for interior environments and urban design concepts in sketches, drawings and digital illustrations is a specialty. Michael Anderson is the author of the blog Sketching St. Louis and a contributor to creative artisans' blog. He is a member of Drawing and Painting St. Louis Meetup, a productive social network of St. Louis artists.

Painting by Michael Anderson

Painting by Michael Anderson

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Nov 20, 2012

Arnie Heuvelman, New Guest Artist at Gateway Gallery November 21 - January 4, 2013

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS “The Beauty of Southern Germany”, November 21, 2012 – January 4, 2013.

The woodwork of Arnold (Arnie) Heuvelman will be featured at the Gateway Gallery November 21, 2012 through January 4, 2013. Arnie has studied under some of the best woodturners in St. Louis, Utah, North Carolina, and other schools in the country. Now he looks at a tree and can see the beauty, learning that same tree is where the art of a bowl starts. He has come to love finding trees with imperfections - meaning rotten wood. Taking something that is starting to go back to mother earth and making a bowl, learning how to cut that tree in such a way so the grain makes the article you’re making is an art in its self. Arnie uses every section making things like spinning tops or Christmas bird houses. When looking at his bowls please pick them up and feel them. Remember this piece came from something that took 30, 40 or even 50 years to grow. If you take the proper care it will last another 50 years. Arnie is a member of Best of Missouri Hands, American Association of Woodturners, St. Louis Woodturners, Show Me Woodturners, and has spent the last 4 years doing demos at Silver Dollar City and doing shows as far away as Connecticut and Iowa.

Bowl by Arnie Heuvelman

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Blog post by Gateway Gallery Artist Daniel Fishback.

May 5, 2012

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS ‘IF THIS BE NOT I,” MAY 23 – JUNE 29

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact Vic Mastis

Gateway Gallery

314-4021959

High Res photos available upon request

WHAT: “If This Be Not I”

an exhibit featuring abstract paintings of Sheldon Johnson

WHERE: Gateway Gallery, 21 N. Bemiston Ave, Clayton, MO.

WHEN: May 23 through June 29, 2012, Opening Reception 6 – 9 p.m. June 8

COST: FREE

MORE INFO: www.gatewaygalleryonline.com, 314-402-1959

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYON PRESENTS

“IF THIS BE NOT I”, MAY 23 – JUNE 29

Opening reception held for the artist 6-9 p.m. Friday June 8

Gateway Gallery is excited to be featuring the dynamic abstract paintings of Sheldon Johnson in his exhibit “If This Be Not I”. Guest artists include wildlife photographer Jim Irwin and mixed media artist Marilyn Callahan. This show runs May 23 through June 29 with an opening reception from 6 to 9 pm on Friday June 8 at 21 North Bemiston Ave, Clayton.

Johnson is known for the vibrant color and brushstroke usage that is apparent in each of his abstracts. This show builds on that foundation with a very large politically based painting reflecting today’s political upheaval and inspired by the work of well known painter Philip Guston. The large oil blends abstraction and surreal elements leaving more conceptual symbols to populate his smaller pieces.

Despite an ongoing commitment to his MFA program at Fontbonne University, Johnson has and continues to exhibit widely in the Midwest including Cedarhurst Museum in Mt Vernon, Il, The Foundry Art Centre at St Charles, Contemporary Art Museum, St Louis, and the Kansas City Artists Coalition Gallery. His work is collected nationwide.

Jim Irwin’s photography is largely directed toward wildlife, using the close-up to capture natural features that are usually missed in real time due to the nature of movement in these animals’ lives and the need for humans to not get too close.

His images give us a chance to see the personalities that emerge. A juried artist for Greater St Louis Art Association and Best of Missouri Hands, you will find Irwin’s work shown widely in the St Louis region.

Marilyn Callahan creates ceramic birds with attitude and pastel mosaic–like compositions whose nature reflects that same colorful and imaginative feel. In both mediums, Callahan manages to create poses and expressions that give a sense of Pixar come to life. She is an arts educator in the Lindbergh Schools whose inspiration is derived from the energy and creative excitement of her young students and it is definitely reflected in her work.

GATEWAY GALLERY

Established in 2004, Gateway Gallery is a co-op art gallery exhibiting 16 regional, award-winning artists whose work range from traditional landscape to contemporary abstraction. Ranging media include oil, pastel, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, photography, ceramics, and woodworking. Exhibits typically run every six weeks, featuring one of the gallery’s 16 artists as well as three visiting artists. Located in downtown Clayton, Mo., the gallery is walking distance to other galleries and many of St. Louis’ finest restaurants and cafés, making it a “must-stop” destination for art lovers, art collectors and designers.

Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.GatewayGalleryOnline.com for more information.

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Mar 14, 2012

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYON PRESENTS “PASSAGEWAYS”, APRIL 4 – MAY 18

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact Vic Mastis

Gateway Gallery

314-4021959

High Res photos available upon request

WHAT: “Passageways” an exhibit featuring the photography of John Barhydt

WHERE: Gateway Gallery, 21 N. Bemiston Ave, Clayton, MO.

WHEN: April 4 through May 18, 2012, Opening Reception 6 – 9 p.m. April 13

COST: FREE

MORE INFO: www.gatewaygalleryonline.com, 314-402-1959

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYON PRESENTS

“PASSAGEWAYS”, APRIL 4 – MAY 18

Opening reception held for the artist 6-9 p.m. APRIL 13

(Clayton, MO/Feb 24, 2012) Gateway Gallery brings the photographic statements of resident artist John Barhydt to its featured artist series in the exhibit “Passageways”. . In Addition, guest artist Michael Anderson will present his heavily textured landscape paintings, including a new large scale canvas. This show runs April 4 through May 18 with an opening reception from 6 to 9 pm on Friday April13 at 21 North Bemiston Ave, Clayton

Passageways: doors, windows, hallways; these architectural elements are used every day, often without a thought. “On the surface they can be useful and aesthetically pleasing but without looking or passing through them we have no idea what lies beyond.” Likewise, the value of roads and trails primarily focuses on destination, getting us from point A to point B but Barhydt takes a different route. This photographer prefers to concentrate on the beauty of the journey and the intrigue of the unknown which waits for us on the other side of the door.

As a child, John was exposed to the world of film photography and the wet darkroom. “I was hooked on the magic I could create there” he reflects. John’s father taught him developing and printing technique while his grandfather supplied inspiration from stories told through his slide shows. The advent of digital cameras added to his repertoire. The result one sees to this lifelong artist’s evolution is imagery using boldness of color and light that is designed to express the moment.

Michael Anderson is a well known and highly collected artist, illustrator and designer who resides in Belleville, IL.. For 35 years he has exhibited his paintings extensively while collaborating with designers, architects and planners on a series of projects including the St. Louis Science Center, The St. Louis Zoo and Anheuser- Busch. Most recently two 6’ tall works based on archival images were commissioned by the Laclede Gas Company and installed at its new corporate headquarters in St Louis. For this upcoming exhibit, Anderson will unveil a new landscape based large scale canvas.

GATEWAY GALLERY

Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.GatewayGalleryOnline.com for more information.

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Mar 12, 2012

More Art from Featured Artist Vic Barr

Vic Barr’s woodworking skills are well known and widely appreciated in the St Louis region. His sublimely designed and constructed furniture, jewelry boxes, vessels and even, wooden pens are all one-of-a-kind pieces designed to reveal the wonder hidden beneath the bark of a tree. “I see things in life in the context of building terms; we build families, careers, skills. Everything we are is built on what came before and, what we will be tomorrow depends upon what we build today. We are always under construction. What I build with my hands in my favorite medium –wood - is a concrete and satisfying expression and an extension of the philosophy that has been under construction all my life” explains Barr.

Cherry and Curly Walnut 9-drawer and 6-drawer towers

Cocobolo Heart Box, leather-lined

Cherry and Curly Walnut Jewelry Tower

This exhibit continues until March 30, 2012. If you weren't able to make the opening reception we hope you will stop by to see this masterful work.

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Feb 8, 2012

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS ‘UNDER CONSTRUCTION,” FEB 22 – MARCH 31

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact Vic Mastis

Gateway Gallery

314-402-1959

High Res photos available upon request

WHAT: “Under Construction” an exhibit featuring the work of Vic Barr

WHERE: Gateway Gallery, 21 N. Bemiston Ave., Clayton MO 63105

WHEN: Feb. 22 – March 31, opening reception 6 – 9 p.m. March 2

COST: FREE

MORE INFO: www.gatewaygalleryonline.com, 314-402-1959

GATEWAY GALLERY IN CLAYTON PRESENTS

‘UNDER CONSTRUCTION,” FEB 22 – MARCH 31

Opening reception held for the artist 6-9 p.m. Friday, March 2

Gateway Gallery proudly presents “Under Construction”, an exhibit featuring the woodworking mastery of resident artist Vic Barr. This exhibit runs February 22 through March 31 with an artists’ reception from 6 to 9 pm on Friday, March 2 in their recently new location at 21 North Bemiston Ave, Clayton.

GATEWAY GALLERY

This contemporary American artist began by hammering nails into 2x4’s as a child. As time went on, selective native and exotic hardwoods captured his attention. As a young man, Vic discovered he had an innate talent for forming clean lines and subtle curves in wood. His reputation for quality and artistic merit grew and his signed and commissioned works can now be found from coast to coast and into Europe.

Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.GatewayGalleryOnline.com for more information.

GATEWAY GALLERY

Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.GatewayGalleryOnline.com for more information.

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Blog post by Gateway Gallery Artist Daniel Fishback.

Feb 1, 2012

More Art from Featured Artist Meg Matson and Guest Artists Crisman, Eultgen, and Tibrewala

Augusta Morning - Acrylic Painting by Meg Matson

Sometimes being an abstract or non- representational painter leaves the artist feeling that they need to prove themselves. A large population of viewers do not understand or "Get" that style of painting and dismiss it as not true art. I have found that I occasionally need to prove myself as an artist by very simply painting a "Pretty" painting.

Ozark Evening - Acrylic Painting by Meg Matson

I found the Sunrise-Sunset theme to be a starting point because everyone can easily relate. It is a nice change for me to switch gears like this but I am always drawn back to working larger, less restricting work that makes the viewer think about what they are looking at rather than being an obvious subject.

But for now I will enjoy a beautiful sunset and my moment of Zen.

Maui Moon - Acrylic Painting by Meg Matson

Screen by Joseph Eultgen

Goddesses - by Sujata Tibrewala

Snow - Pastel by Lisa Crisman

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Jan 21, 2012

Gateway Gallery Grand Opening ... a Grand Success!

In spite of the unkind freezing rain that couldn't have come at a more inappropriate time, it was quite a party. Thanks to all who ventured out to see the new artwork of both resident artists and guest artists. It was a very festive evening. Some people took us up on our challenge to impress us with their own creative version of black tie attire (see photo below).

Many people left with some very nice door prizes donated by resident artists and local businesses. A number of other happy folks purchased original artworks, photographs, greeting cards, and more.

We encourage those of you who decided not to risk a fender bender to come in to see the work before the show ends on February 17.

Photographs provided by Gateway Gallery Artists Jerry Schmutz and Joyce Yarbrough.

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Jan 19, 2012

New Guest Artists at Gateway Gallery: Crisman, Eultgen, and Tibrewala

See these guest artists beautiful work at Gateway Gallery Jan 4-Feb 17. Come to the Grand Opening Reception January 20th, 6-9PM.

The Art of Lisa Crisman

St. Louis artist Lisa Crisman grew up in a small midwestern town, Bowling Green, Missouri. Commenting on her childhood, she states, "My mother is an artist, my grandmother was an artist, and an artist is what I've always wanted to be. She devotes as many of her waking hours as possible to her art. Her training is comprised of independent and private study. Lisa is passionate about using bold and vibrant color in her work, rarely using "local" color. Her paintings have been described as "Van Gogh meets Munch", "Vivid and Expressive!" and "a new and contemporary take on the landscape." These unique traits distinguish her from many other artists. Lisa's art has been juried into many prestigious fine art fairs and exhibitions across the country, and her paintings hang in businesses and private collections throughout the nation. She has received numerous awards for her pastel and watercolor landscapes, including: 2009 2nd place Best in Show, Fine Art Competition Taste of St. Louis. 2011 Purchase Award, Old Capitol Art Fair, Springfield, Illinois. 2011 1st Place Fine Art Competition, Missouri State Fair.

The Art of Joseph Eultgen

Joseph Eultgen's passion for woodworking has spanned 33 years for clients throughout the United States. He began his learning process by building theatrical sets, as well as building sets and props for movies. He is primarily self taught, having worked in shops and mills to learn production techniques. Joseph now builds one of a kind high end furniture, such as entertainment centers, custom cabinetry, liturgical furniture, and other custom architectural mill work. His specialty is the use of exotic hardwoods (such as Carpathian Burl elm and Macasser ebony), veneer work, inlay and marquetry. Joseph had the lifetime honor of designing/building two chairs for Pope John Paul II while the Pope was visiting St. Louis. Joseph's passion and drive for woodworking is accredited to his family.

The Art of Sujata Tibrewala

Sujata has been collecting many accolades, and art competition prizes in school and college alike e.g. Creative Artists Society, Prasar Yagna: The Advertising Club, ART Slant, New York. Few of her art works were also featured on cover page of the leading children’s Magazine Balhans in Rajasthan. Her works got showcased at PAN IIT global summit among the "right brains of the IITians", one of her paintings was selected as a fundraiser for Memphis farmer's market annul fund raising, and her video on Vibhutipura lake was selected by "the lost of bangalores" to be awarded and used by the local authorities to get money sanctioned for the lake restoration. Her story was featured on the Titan "Be more" web site. Her work met rave reviews and got written about in all leading papers of Bangalore and Rajasthan, Rajasthan Patrika, Hindustan Times, Punjab Kesri, Dainik Mehka Bharat, Hum Log, Daily News, Times of India, Deccan Herald, Indian Express, Bangalore Mirror etc. ETV Kannada, Tv9 Jaipur and Bangalore News Network (BNN) also recognized her work with and Child Helpline NGO APSA and lauded her. Her paintings are collected by institution and individuals alike. AID India, Shared Heritage (University of Maryland), CAO VIMS are a few collectors of her work.

See her You Tube video Zara Hizaab Uthao : The his-story of women.

Photographs taken with iPhone by Gateway Gallery Artist Daniel Fishback.

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Jan 10, 2010

Interview with the Artist - Vic Barr

What kind of art do you make?

I guess my work falls into about four categories. I design and work with the North American and exotic hardwoods of the world. I create contemporary jewelry chests and towers; I hand-turn a lot of writing instruments, pens and pencils, in those hardwoods and other materials, as well as other vessels; and recently I've begun to do some contemporary table-top sculptural pieces. The fourth category is custom designs and pieces to meet the needs of individual clients. I really enjoy the custom work because my clients give me the latitude to let my imagination enhance their basic requirements and, in return, I give them more than they asked for and a truly unique piece.

What draws you to the medium you use?

Through the years I painted in oils, acrylics and watercolor, sculpted my kids’ heads in clay, and did a lot of drawing in various media. When I started to explore a new medium, I studied it and built as many of my own tools as I was able. Eventually I realized that, while I was competent in the media, I really enjoyed designing and building the easels, pedestals, and other equipment in preparation for working in the latest medium. Then I discovered the exotic woods of the world, and there was no turning back. Besides the opportunity to work in woods whose names I couldn’t even pronounce, I began to realize that it seems to be a mission in life to show others the natural beauty that’s really under the bark of a tree. I never tire of it, and at latest count I’ve worked with eighty-seven different hardwoods from nearly every continent (there aren’t many trees in Antarctica).

Where do you get your inspiration?

As with most other artists and craftsmen I know, that varies. Sometimes inspiration is sparked by something a client wants, sometimes an unusual piece of wood will dictate the best way to exhibit its best features, sometimes a shape or curve or element in a museum piece suggests a new context , sometimes a doodle from a boring meeting matures into a new piece, sometimes …. Inspiration comes from whatever we’re ready to see.

What hobbies do you have?

I read a lot and I’m actively involved in the leadership of several nonprofit art organizations; Missouri Artisans Association, Greater St. Louis Art Association, and the St. Louis Woodworkers’ Guild. I also belong to the St. Louis Artists Guild and the National Association of Independent Artists.

What is the best museum/ art gallery/ art exhibit you have ever been to?

We’re blessed in the St. Louis area with a wonderful art museum, which has hosted many wonderful exhibits through the years. I’d be hard pressed to select one above all the others, but the one I attended last year that featured the work of American abstract artists from the mid 20th century really impressed me. I’m not the world’s greatest fan of abstract art, but this collection of legendary works allowed me to see the genre with new appreciation.
Another of the exhibits that had a profound effect on me was a number of years ago that featured a number of well-known impressionist painters.

Do you have pets? Tell about them.

Two border collies, Molly and MacDuff, allow my wife and me to live with them. Though from different litters, MacDuff has taken the role of tolerant big brother to the exuberant younger Molly. They’re endlessly entertaining, loving members of our family, and much easier to raise than our two children were.

If you could own any work of art in the world, what would it be and why?

That’s a tough one, but one work consistently rises above all others for me. Michelangelo’s Pieta has enchanted me since, as a teenager, I first saw pictures of the work. The incredible detail, the life, the feeling, that he brought out of that marble block stands as the ultimate tribute to the life and work of this master of every medium he chose.

How often do you create?

I’m in my shop nearly every day, and ideas for new pieces, work in progress and work that may evolve from something I’ve already done occupy at least a part of my mind on some level most of the time. Often, when I step into the shop I’ve already completed a mental image of a new creation down to the smallest detail. The thinking part of what I do is often the most exciting element in the work.