Exquisite Small Gem by Critically Acclaimed Artist William Acheff

Small Gems

presented by

Saks Galleries Cherry Creek Denver, Colorado

William Acheff

William Acheff "Blackfoot Mocs" 6 x 8 oil

In 1973, William Acheff moved to Taos, New Mexico to separate himself from the influences during his apprenticeship with Italian artist Roberto Lupetti. It was in Taos that Acheff found his niche. Acheff, who is of Alaskan Athabascan heritage, has a special affinity for the historical and cultural artifacts that he chooses to paint. The appealing forms and designs of the Indian pots and artifacts are intertwined with Acheff's preference for painting textures from nature. The vintage photographs that often appear in Acheff's compositions help the artist set a mood. Each article in relation to the others becomes integral to the composition as a whole. The results invite lasting contemplation. 

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If you would like to purchase this painting by William Acheff  or any of the other 

"Small Gems" in the American Art Invitational 

please contact karen@saksgalleries.com or aai@saksgalleries.com or 303.333.4144

American Art Invitational "Small Gems" Opening Reception,

Saturday, December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

presented by 

Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80206

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New Sculpture from Pati Stajcar for Small Gems

Small Gems Exhibition

hosted by Saks Galleries, Cherry Creek, Denver, Colorado

December 3 - 31, 2011

Pati Stajcar

Pati Stajcar "Chickadeer" 13H x 7W x 4D bronze

"Life's experiences reflect themselves in my sculpture. Energy, flowing from and around each form, guides the gift I present to you. Each design begins and ends in abstract but blends with the representation. Flow and balance are my subject matter expressed through nature. I encourage you to run your hands over my work to understand the feeling I have when I create a piece. I hope you share in the experience from my heart to yours."  ...Pati     

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If you would like to purchase one of these sculptures by Pati Stajcar or any of the other 

"Small Gems" in the American Art Invitational 

please contact karen@saksgalleries.com or aai@saksgalleries.com or 303.333.4144

American Art Invitational "Small Gems" Opening Reception,

Saturday, December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

presented by 

Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80206

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Barry Eisenach's Small Gems Just Arrived

Small Gems

American Art Invitational

hosted by Saks Galleries Denver Colorado

December 3 - 31, 2011

Sculptor Painter Barry Eisenach

Barry Eisenach "Anticipation" 14 x 11 oil

Painter and sculptor Barry Eisenach works out of his studio in Arvada, Colorado. After two years at Colorado State University he attended and graduated from Colorado Institute of Art. After 24 years as an illustrator and graphic designer he turned his attention to sculpting and painting. Mr. Eisenach has been featured in Southwest Art Magazine, Art of the West and American Art Collector. He was elected to membership in the Northwest Rendezvous Group in 2003 and is a juried Sculptor Member of the National Sculpture Society.

If you would like to purchase this painting by Barry Eisenach or any of the other "Small Gems" 

in the American Art Invitational 

please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144

American Art Invitation "Small Gems" Opening Reception, Saturday December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

hosted at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver Colorado 80206

www.americanartinvitational.com   or  www.saksgalleries.com

Small Gems is pleased to present Ron Hicks "Diva in White"

Small Gems

American Art Invitational

hosted by Saks Galleries Denver Colorado

December 3 - 31, 2011

Ron Hicks

Ron Hicks "Diva in White" 18 x 11 oil

Ron Hicks was once asked about his favorite subject matter, he replied without hesitation, "...figures and interiors."  But he quickly qualified "figures" by saying that painting them is really about painting shapes of color. "I am a shape guy. By that, I mean, I see things more in terms of shape rather than the objects or people," he says. "Everything is about shape, medium shape vs. large shape, lighter shape vs. darker shape." 

Hicks has been interested in art since he was 4 years old growing up in Columbus, Ohio. His mother pursued art as a hobby and took correspondence courses. The young Hicks would scan the critiques of his mother's works and then trace some of the assignments himself.

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If you would like to purchase this painting by Ron Hicks or any of the other "Small Gems" 

in the American Art Invitational 

please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144

American Art Invitation "Small Gems" Opening Reception, Saturday December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

hosted at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver Colorado 80206

Participating Artists

William Acheff, Edward Aldrich, Kathy Anderson, Michael Bergt, William Berra, Stephanie Birdsall, Gordon Brown, G. Russell Case, Chapel, Tim Chapman, Nicolas Coleman, C. Michael Dudash, Molly Davis, Barry Eisenach, Josh Elliott, Kim English, David Gray, Daniel Glanz, Michael Godfrey, Walt Gonske, David Gray, Ron Hicks, Quang Ho, William Hook, Olga and Aleksey Ivanov, T.D. Kelsey, Andrea T. Kemp, Daniel Keys, Joseph Lorusso, Kim Mackey, Kevin Macpherson, Jerry Markham, Andi “Nura” Mascareñas, Dean Mitchell, Jay Moore, Dan Ostermiller, Mary Qian, Ray Roberts, Wayne Salge, Sherry Salari Sander, Tim Shinabarger, Sallie K. Smith, Jill Soukup, Pati Stajcar, Michelle Torrez, John Traynor and Karen Vance

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Two Small Gems by Master Artist Jerry Markham

Small Gems Exhibition 

hosted by Saks Galleries. Cherry Creek. Denver Colorado

December 3 - 31, 2011

Enjoy these new works by artist

Jerry Markham

Jerry Markham "Colors of an Old Tin Roof" 9 x 12 oil 

Award winning artist Jerry Markham primarily paints landscapes though he enjoys painting anything that captures his interest. He feels a landscape painting is a window into three worlds—the place itself, the way the artist saw and rendered it, and how the viewer sees and relates to the final painting. Jerry feels the best way to create paintings with passion and feeling is to get out and experience the outdoors—paint in the snow, get caught in the rain, and feel the surroundings. The result will bear a unique sense of not only the place but of the artist's experience. Jerry's work has been in numerous magazines, seen recognition through awards and can be found in galleries across North America. These precious Gems may be purchased now through the American Art Invitational Small Gems exhibition in Denver, Colorado. To learn more about Jerry Markham click quick here.

Jerry Markham "Profile of a Cowboy"  14 x 11 oil

If you would like to purchase one of theses paintings by Jerry Markham or any of the other "Small Gems" 

 in the American Art Invitational 

please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144

American Art Invitation "Small Gems" Opening Reception, 

Saturday December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

hosted at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver Colorado 80206

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"Small Gems" Arrived by Stephanie Birdsall

Small Gems Exhibition 

hosted by Saks Galleries

December 3 - 31, 2011

Enjoy these new works by Master Artist

Stephanie Birdsall

Stephanie Birdsall "Persian Bowl with Hydrangeas" 11 x 14 oil

A member of the Degas Pastel Society, the Pastel Society of America and the International Pastel Society, is it any wonder Stephanie Birdsall has received so many prestigious awards for her pastels? Ms. Birdsall is also a member of Oil Painters of America among other fine art organizations. Her work in both mediums is poignant - resonating sheer beauty.

Stephanie Birdsall received her formal training at the City and Guilds of London Art School in England. After graduation she spent time traveling through Europe honing her skills as a plein air painter. Upon her return to the United States, she studied with many American artists and has been fortunate to paint under the tutelage of Richard Schmid and the Putney Painters for the past three years.

Her work has garnered recognition and more than 30 major awards in national and international juried exhibitions. She has exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in London, England, Bargemon in France and at the National Arts Club in New York. Among the awards she has received are Best in Show at the Bridgeport Museum of Arts and Science, the Grumbacher Gold Medallion Award, the Degas Pastel Society Exceptional Merit Award, the Connecticut Pastel Society Herman Margulies Award and the Catherine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club, John Manship Award. In 2004 her work was selected by the National Academy of the Arts for inclusion in the Arts for the Parks National Exhibition.

Stephanie Birdsall "Plums and Cherries" 11 x 14 pastel

If you would like to purchase a painting by Stephanie Birdsall or any of the other "Small Gems" 

in the American Art Invitational 

please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144

American Art Invitation "Small Gems" Opening Reception, Saturday December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

hosted at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver Colorado 80206

www.americanartinvitational.com   or  www.saksgalleries.com

Just Arrived "Small Gems" from Kathy Anderson

Small Gems Exhibition 

hosted by Saks Galleries

December 3 - 31, 2011

Enjoy these new works by Master Artist

Kathy Anderson

 Kathy Anderson, "Azalea, Pansies and Lily of the Valley" 11 x 12 oil

"My passion for painting is rooted in my garden. I strive to translate my excitement about the experience of growth, light, and translucent colors from the earth to my canvas. Nature has always spoken to me whether it is the rushing of a waterfall or the burst of new green in the Spring. I am awed by the beauty around me and I love to share my vision through my paintings."...Kathy Anderson

Kathy Anderson, "Dogwood Lilac and Lily of the Valley" 12 x 16 oil

If you would like to purchase a painting by Kathy Anderson or any of the other "Small Gems" 

in the American Art Invitational 

please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144

American Art Invitation "Small Gems" Opening Reception, Saturday December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

hosted at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver Colorado 80206

www.americanartinvitational.com   or  www.saksgalleries.com

Just Arrived "Small Gems" from Sculptor Dan Ostermiller

Small Gems Exhibition

hosted by Saks Galleries Denver Colorado

December 3 - 31, 2011

Wildlife Sculptor Dan Ostermiller

Dan Ostermiller "On Thin Ice" 2Hx5Wx5D Bronze Edition of 100

Considered one of the foremost wildlife sculptors working in the United States today, Ostermiller is admired for his thorough knowledge of animal anatomy, his deft manipulation of line, form and mass, and his tendency to approach his subjects with compassion and insight. One of America's foremost wildlife sculptors, Dan Ostermiller works in a realist style and is admired for his extensive knowledge of animal anatomy, high level of craftsmanship, and compassionate treatment of his subjects. He is committed to studying animals in their own environments and strives to put character into his pieces. His has a fluid style that conveys grace of motion, and he quite often works on fifteen to twenty pieces at a time. Ostermiller has also taught animal anatomy and the animal characteristics around the world.

To read more on Dan Ostermiller visit the American Art Invitational website or just click the link

If you would like to purchase this miniature sculpture by Dan Ostermiller or any of the other "Small Gems" 

in the American Art Invitational 

please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144.

American Art Invitation "Small Gems" Opening Reception, Saturday December 3, 2011 5pm - 8pm

hosted at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek 3019 East Second Avenue, Denver Colorado 80206

www.americanartinvitational.com   or  www.saksgalleries.com

Just Arrived "Small Gems" from Walt Gonske

Small Gems Exhibition 

hosted by Saks Galleries

December 3 - 31, 2011

Enjoy these new works by Master Artist

Walt Gonske

Walt Gonske, "Ojo Sarco, New Mexico" 12 x 16 oil

Taos, New Mexico has long been a mecca for artists - a place where artists hung their easels as early as Joseph Henry Sharp in 1893.  The local artists needed a social medium and in 1915, an organization developed of visual artists.  It was based on a simple commercial venture concept which became known as the Taos Society of Artists. Disbanding just 12 years later in 1927, the organization left it's benchmark on the art world. The six founders of the society confirmed their place in history.  The founders included Sharp, Ernest L. Blumenschein, W. Herbert Dunton,  E.I. Crouse, Bert G. Phillips and Oscar E. Berninghaus.  

These celebrated artists developed the gateway for future Taos painters.

Walt Gonske is the quintessential Taos painter, sometimes referred to as one of the "New Taos Six," other members included,  Ron Barsano, Robert Daughters, Rod Goebel, Julian Robles and Ray Vinella. It is said by many, this principal group of artists helped to revitalize the Taos art market, enhancing public awareness and introducing a new generation of art patrons in the 1960's. Taos, Santa Fe and northern New Mexico are still considered as a gathering place for artists and patrons.

Walt moved to New Mexico shortly after visiting his little sister who was working at the Taos Ski Valley.  Walt had been a fashion illustrator and as the times changed in his industry, so did Walt. He wanted more. He began his long-time painting career in Taos, New Mexico, never turning back.  Walt is represented by Saks Galleries Cherry Creek Denver, Colorado.

To read more on Walt Gonske visit the American Art Invitational website or just click the link.

Walt Gonske, "San Jose, New Mexico" 12 x 16 oil

If you would like to purchase these paintings for your collection or any of the other "Small Gems" in the Invitational, please contact  aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144 

Announcing "Small Gems" Artists 2011

G. Russell Case "Passing Storm" 10 x 16

Extraodinary Small Gems

All works are available prior to the reception  www.americanartinvitational.com  

December  3 – 31, 2011

American Art Invitational 

Hosted by Saks Galleries Denver, Colorado

Participating Artists

William Acheff, Edward Aldrich, Kathy Anderson, Michael Bergt, William Berra, Stephanie Birdsall, Gordon Brown, G. Russell Case, Chapel, Tim Chapman, Nicolas Coleman, C. Michael Dudash, Molly Davis, Barry Eisenach, Josh Elliott, Kim English, David Gray, Daniel Glanz, Michael Godfrey, Walt Gonske, David Gray, Ron Hicks, Quang Ho, William Hook, Olga and Aleksey Ivanov, T.D. Kelsey, Andrea T. Kemp, Daniel Keys, Joseph Lorusso, Kim Mackey, Kevin Macpherson, Jerry Markham, Andi “Nura” Mascareñas, Dean Mitchell, Jay Moore, Dan Ostermiller, Mary Qian, Ray Roberts, Wayne Salge, Sherry Salari Sander, Tim Shinabarger, Sallie K. Smith, Jill Soukup, Pati Stajcar, Michelle Torrez, John Traynor and Karen Vance