Water Dreams #2, detail, ©2014 is long piece middle left
Alchemy of Tea brings together a group of national artists inspired by tea. This unique and stunning collection of work provokes viewers to ponder the transformation of tea from its consumable and degradable form into art. Tea has been part of sacred rituals across the globe for centuries. The fragility and golden hues found in this collection project the historical and spiritual roots of tea, while each artist's subjects juxtapose a contemporary take on tea as a medium and muse. From installation to photography and porcelain to encaustic - this exhibition has something to inspire everyone. Featured artists include Barbara Bartlett, Bridget Conn, Elizabeth Alexander, Jennifer Coyne-Qudeen, Mari Omori and Rodney Thompson. Alchemy of Tea will be on exhibit September 13 through November 14.
Join us for the reception - September 13, 6:30-9 pm.*
Water Dreams #1, ©2014 featured on the sponsor page
*text from Cornelius Arts Center postcard
Oh so fab, girl!! Love the piece on the sponsor page. Can't wait to see the photos from the reception!
ReplyDeleteThanks Julie! I can't wait to see the exhibit. All the work seems incredible.
DeleteCongratulations! It's going to be a fabulous exhibition. I love, love, love that your Water Dreams #1 is featured.
ReplyDeleteThank you my dear!
DeleteWish I could come looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteIt would be great if the regulars who comment could all come. Alas, there are oceans between. I promise to take lots of photos at the opening. Enjoy!
DeleteHow wonderful this looks - and how I wish I lived within driving distance so I could come and see it.
ReplyDeleteGood luck!
Thank you Charlton! How fun it would be if you were within driving distance.
DeleteCongratulations! This seems like a thoughtful exhibition and your piece is a beauty!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Mary Ann!
DeleteCongratulations, Jennifer, and how wonderful to have your piece featured on the sponsor page! Beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Sharmon! It was quite a surprise to realize which piece was on the sponsor page...I'd been too busy reading it. Enjoy!
DeleteVery exciting news Jennifer and WOW - Water Dreams is a stand out ....... just beautiful..... and I imagine more so in the flesh. It ripples with life and yet at the same time seems quiet and still.
ReplyDeleteGoodness. I'm blushing a bit at your thoughts on Water Dreams. It does indeed ripple with life while maintaining a sense of stillness and quietness - in part due to the sepia tones of the tea, I think. Then again, maybe not...
DeleteThe whole show looks like a stunner Jennifer and I really like what I can see of Water Dreams - you will show us more and in more detail won't thou? Please? : )
ReplyDeleteIt looks like apiece that has layers and depth and brings together a lot of your thinking and exploring over the past while...a culmination of sorts. Just fabulous to see and we wish you well from across the miles!
I'm very excited about this show - especially after viewing the incredible work on the participating artists' web sites. It's still a bit mind boggling to me really (the curator found me via Pinterest of all places!).
DeleteYou've pointed something out that I'd yet to realize - my tea bag work is the culmination of all my exploring and experimenting with media and techniques. Thank you for that.
J - brilliant - great to see your work recognised; pity we can't all be there. B
ReplyDeleteThank you Barry! How wonderful it would be if you and Fiona could be here for the opening. Shame there's such a distance between. Enjoy!
Deletebest wishes me dear
ReplyDeleteMany thanks India!
DeleteWow - this looks like it will be a wonderful exhibition...congratulations on your lovely piece being part of it! I love the presence it has, and how it dangles, just hovering above the floor.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa! It's such an unexpected honor to be included in this exhibition. The curator found me via Pinterest. Can you believe that? Enjoy!
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