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August 18 2004
Laurel Wellman
August 18 2004
Laurel Wellman
The three painters whose pieces appear in
"Favorite Things" have a lot in common. Most
obviously, their work here falls under the
heading of "still life." More specifically, all three
seem to say to the viewer, "You may think that
dazzling gems of visual perfection exist only in
Disney movies or in jewelry stores or when
you're on drugs. You're wrong, and I can prove
it." And they do.
As they engage the traditions of still life
painting, Gordon Smedt, Kazaan Viveiros, and
Tina Lauren Vietmeier also do what a lot of
contemporary artists do: They twist everything
around, mock what they appear to worship, and
broadcast their lack of respect for their elders.
Funny thing is, this trio manifest an unironic
adoration for their media and their subjects.
Smedt's thrift-shop shoes and clothes gain
drama as large-scale oils, emphasizing his
spectacular sense of color and detail. Viveiros
brings her draftsman's eye and subdivided,
planar washes of pigment to unromantic
hammers and wrenches. And Vietmeier's toilet
paper rolls somehow recall Cezanne's famous
haystacks -- is that funny or plaintive? See for
yourself through Sept. 25 at Steel Gallery, 3524
Sacramento (at Laurel), S.F. Admission is free;
call 885-1655 or visit www.steelgalleryinc.com.
"Favorite Things" have a lot in common. Most
obviously, their work here falls under the
heading of "still life." More specifically, all three
seem to say to the viewer, "You may think that
dazzling gems of visual perfection exist only in
Disney movies or in jewelry stores or when
you're on drugs. You're wrong, and I can prove
it." And they do.
As they engage the traditions of still life
painting, Gordon Smedt, Kazaan Viveiros, and
Tina Lauren Vietmeier also do what a lot of
contemporary artists do: They twist everything
around, mock what they appear to worship, and
broadcast their lack of respect for their elders.
Funny thing is, this trio manifest an unironic
adoration for their media and their subjects.
Smedt's thrift-shop shoes and clothes gain
drama as large-scale oils, emphasizing his
spectacular sense of color and detail. Viveiros
brings her draftsman's eye and subdivided,
planar washes of pigment to unromantic
hammers and wrenches. And Vietmeier's toilet
paper rolls somehow recall Cezanne's famous
haystacks -- is that funny or plaintive? See for
yourself through Sept. 25 at Steel Gallery, 3524
Sacramento (at Laurel), S.F. Admission is free;
call 885-1655 or visit www.steelgalleryinc.com.
ArtNews Magazine
December 2005
"Fine Things"
December 2005
"Fine Things"
The title of this charming show of realist
still lifes by three artists referred to the
pictorial treasures they create from banal
subjects.
Gordon Smedt paints large-scale canvases
showing familiar subjects that possess a
sense of intimacy, such as a pair of old
sneakers. In Marble Pyramid #1 (2005), the
artist manipulates light and color to capture
the translucence of dozens of toy marbles.
Smedt's delight in exuberant texture and
color is infectious.
still lifes by three artists referred to the
pictorial treasures they create from banal
subjects.
Gordon Smedt paints large-scale canvases
showing familiar subjects that possess a
sense of intimacy, such as a pair of old
sneakers. In Marble Pyramid #1 (2005), the
artist manipulates light and color to capture
the translucence of dozens of toy marbles.
Smedt's delight in exuberant texture and
color is infectious.
SFGate.com San Francisco Chronicle
Swells
Catherine Bigelow
August 8 2004
Big-arted: Everyday items (marbles, high-tops,
wrenches) morph into artful objets at "Favorite
Things,'' the latest show at Steel Gallery, where
author Danielle Steel held an opening fete
Saturday for the artists (such as Gordon
Smedt, Tina Lauren Vietmeier, Kazaan Viveiros
) and friends. Admired for his oil-rendered
raiments, Smedt's work doesn't last too long
on the wall. "His latest works weren't even
hung before three were claimed just like that, ''
said Steel. "But I'm like a mother with her
children -- I stood there smiling as each artist's
piece in this show went up on the wall.'' And
it's not just in her gallery that Steel keeps an
eye on the emerging artists she reps -- last
week, armed with a "Hearts in S.F." map, Steel
spent six hours touring the city, looking for the
decorated heart-works. "Five were created by
our artists. From Crissy Field to the Mission,
from Stonestown to Hunters Point -- it was my
entire Saturday and I had a ball!''
Swells
Catherine Bigelow
August 8 2004
Big-arted: Everyday items (marbles, high-tops,
wrenches) morph into artful objets at "Favorite
Things,'' the latest show at Steel Gallery, where
author Danielle Steel held an opening fete
Saturday for the artists (such as Gordon
Smedt, Tina Lauren Vietmeier, Kazaan Viveiros
) and friends. Admired for his oil-rendered
raiments, Smedt's work doesn't last too long
on the wall. "His latest works weren't even
hung before three were claimed just like that, ''
said Steel. "But I'm like a mother with her
children -- I stood there smiling as each artist's
piece in this show went up on the wall.'' And
it's not just in her gallery that Steel keeps an
eye on the emerging artists she reps -- last
week, armed with a "Hearts in S.F." map, Steel
spent six hours touring the city, looking for the
decorated heart-works. "Five were created by
our artists. From Crissy Field to the Mission,
from Stonestown to Hunters Point -- it was my
entire Saturday and I had a ball!''
Los Gatos Weekly Times
cover storey
All - American Celebration
Art Cat fundraiser & auction
september 10 2003
Mandy Major
cover storey
All - American Celebration
Art Cat fundraiser & auction
september 10 2003
Mandy Major
The Art Cat tables were the biggest
attention-grabber, displaying all of the
cats—except for the missing "Up Close
and Purrsonal" model—for examination
and bidding. Bids were finalized at 1:30 p.
m., with the "Fat Cat," designed by Gordon
Smedt, taking top place at $4,000. The
second highest bid was $3,500 placed for
John Pugh's "El Trojan Gatos."
attention-grabber, displaying all of the
cats—except for the missing "Up Close
and Purrsonal" model—for examination
and bidding. Bids were finalized at 1:30 p.
m., with the "Fat Cat," designed by Gordon
Smedt, taking top place at $4,000. The
second highest bid was $3,500 placed for
John Pugh's "El Trojan Gatos."
A few of the artworks from the silent auction that garnered the highest bids were moved to the
live auction. "Marbles Pyramid 07," by artist Gordon Smedt, was the highest grossing auction
artwork, and was purchased by donors Art Christopher and Noreen Christopher (event co-chair
and local artist). The Art Museum is looking to feature Smedt in a one-man-show late this spring
or early summer.
live auction. "Marbles Pyramid 07," by artist Gordon Smedt, was the highest grossing auction
artwork, and was purchased by donors Art Christopher and Noreen Christopher (event co-chair
and local artist). The Art Museum is looking to feature Smedt in a one-man-show late this spring
or early summer.
"Marble Pyramid 071" 35" x 40" oil on canvas
To be notified of new work or upcoming events, please contact: info@gordonsmedt.com
THE MUSEUMS of LOS GATOS
Gordon Smedt will be exhibiting at the Los Gatos Art Museum this Winter, December 6 2007
through February 23 2008. Reception Sunday December 9 2007 1 - 4 pm.
4 Tait Ave, Los Gatos CA 408 354 2636
Gordon Smedt will be exhibiting at the Los Gatos Art Museum this Winter, December 6 2007
through February 23 2008. Reception Sunday December 9 2007 1 - 4 pm.
4 Tait Ave, Los Gatos CA 408 354 2636
LONDON, England (CNN) -- When artist Gordon Smedt began planning his
Mediterranean-style home in California's Santa Cruz mountains, little did he expect that
his finished dwelling would consist, in the main part, of straw.
Mediterranean-style home in California's Santa Cruz mountains, little did he expect that
his finished dwelling would consist, in the main part, of straw.
Copyright © 2000-2011 Gordon Smedt. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.
All images are provided for informational, educational and non-commercial purposes
only. Images may not be reproduced without the permission of the Artist.
All images are provided for informational, educational and non-commercial purposes
only. Images may not be reproduced without the permission of the Artist.
Museum School Tours
Master storyteller, Jerry Falek will lead children in experiencing the stories in the work of artist,
Gordon Smedt. Children will see the original artwork in a museum setting, experience the true
intention behind the paintings, and participate in interactivedramatics.
Master storyteller, Jerry Falek will lead children in experiencing the stories in the work of artist,
Gordon Smedt. Children will see the original artwork in a museum setting, experience the true
intention behind the paintings, and participate in interactivedramatics.
The fifth annual Touch My HeART Gala
http://www.touchmyheart.org/touchmyheart.org/touchmyheart.org.html
| MercuryNews.com |
Everyday life becomes extraordinary at Los Gatos exhibit:
A Night at the Tait Museum in Los Gatos
"and everyone had a last glimpse of one of the Tait's most successful exhibits: the large
scale object paintings of Gordon Smedt, who was on hand to answer questions".
http://losgatosobserver.com/los-gatos/Article.php?article_id=0752
"and everyone had a last glimpse of one of the Tait's most successful exhibits: the large
scale object paintings of Gordon Smedt, who was on hand to answer questions".
http://losgatosobserver.com/los-gatos/Article.php?article_id=0752
Celebrity Spotlight - Promo Gallery at DressThatMan.com
Here's one cool dude tricked out in 70's Vintage Clothing he scored from
DressThatMan.com - meet artist ...
Here's one cool dude tricked out in 70's Vintage Clothing he scored from
DressThatMan.com - meet artist ...
Touch My HeART 2009: “All You Need is Love” Gala Event, Valentine's Day,
February 14
The Most Exciting Los Gatos Event of the Season!
TICKETS ARE LIMITED RESERVE NOW! $120 each in advance at the Art Museum or charge by
phone at 408.354.1547
This Gala is a special evening of fabulous food, fine wine and romantic, musical entertainment.
This year, 200 local and regional, award-winning artists will donate juried, miniature works of
art, to be selected by each person in attendance. This is a wonderful opportunity to participate
in one of the premier events in Silicon Valley, as well as the launch of the arts season in Los
Gatos. The festivities will be held at Art Museum of Los Gatos from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday,
February 14, 2009. Proceeds from Touch My HeART 2009 benefit the Art and History Museums
of Los Gatos.
February 14
The Most Exciting Los Gatos Event of the Season!
TICKETS ARE LIMITED RESERVE NOW! $120 each in advance at the Art Museum or charge by
phone at 408.354.1547
This Gala is a special evening of fabulous food, fine wine and romantic, musical entertainment.
This year, 200 local and regional, award-winning artists will donate juried, miniature works of
art, to be selected by each person in attendance. This is a wonderful opportunity to participate
in one of the premier events in Silicon Valley, as well as the launch of the arts season in Los
Gatos. The festivities will be held at Art Museum of Los Gatos from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday,
February 14, 2009. Proceeds from Touch My HeART 2009 benefit the Art and History Museums
of Los Gatos.
Sept 20, 2009
A Taste of Los Gatos
Benefiting the Los Gatos & Monte Sereno Police Foundation, "Police Cruizer", painted and donated
by local artist Gordon Smedt raised $13000.00 in the event's auction. The painting was purchased
and donated to the new Police department where it now hangs in Los Gatos.
A Taste of Los Gatos
Benefiting the Los Gatos & Monte Sereno Police Foundation, "Police Cruizer", painted and donated
by local artist Gordon Smedt raised $13000.00 in the event's auction. The painting was purchased
and donated to the new Police department where it now hangs in Los Gatos.
Oct 3, 2009 "Welcome"
"Welcome", 44" x 66" oil on canvas donated by artist Gordon Smedt to the Loma Public Education
Fund was auctioned at the "Night in the Redwoods" 2009 Gala event at Maison du Lac. Smedt's
painting was sold to the highest bidder for $18,500.00. The LPEF Gala & auction benefits the
Loma Prieta School District.
"Welcome", 44" x 66" oil on canvas donated by artist Gordon Smedt to the Loma Public Education
Fund was auctioned at the "Night in the Redwoods" 2009 Gala event at Maison du Lac. Smedt's
painting was sold to the highest bidder for $18,500.00. The LPEF Gala & auction benefits the
Loma Prieta School District.
Oct 3, 2008 "Crayons"
"Crayons", 48" x 62" oil on canvas donated by artist Gordon Smedt to the Loma Public
Education Fund was auctioned at the "Night in the Redwoods" 2009 Gala event at Maison du
Lac. Smedt's painting was sold to the highest bidder for $20,000.00. The LPEF Gala & auction
benefits the Loma Prieta School District.
"Crayons", 48" x 62" oil on canvas donated by artist Gordon Smedt to the Loma Public
Education Fund was auctioned at the "Night in the Redwoods" 2009 Gala event at Maison du
Lac. Smedt's painting was sold to the highest bidder for $20,000.00. The LPEF Gala & auction
benefits the Loma Prieta School District.
| Now available A catalog of selected paintings by artist Gordon Smedt from the past twenty years. This 100 page book contains fifty large, full-color images of some of his most popular work to date. |
Author Danielle Steel and artist Gordon Smedt
during Wednesday's opening of "What?" at the
Andrea Schwartz Gallery in San Francisco.
Photo By Joanna Ramey
during Wednesday's opening of "What?" at the
Andrea Schwartz Gallery in San Francisco.
Photo By Joanna Ramey
One of the pleasures in author Danielle Steel’s
life is hanging out with artists, and when she
gets the chance, she curates a gallery show....
life is hanging out with artists, and when she
gets the chance, she curates a gallery show....
Danielle Steel: Art Curator
by Joanna Ramey
by Joanna Ramey
From the "What?" exhibit, Eric Michael Corrigan's "Didn't
We," left, and Gordon Smedt's "Sisters"
Photo By: Joanna Ramey
We," left, and Gordon Smedt's "Sisters"
Photo By: Joanna Ramey
| "We're Golden" raises $27,000.00 for our local school. 48" x 47" oil on canvas This painting was donated to the Loma Prieta Education Fund. It was auctioned at the "Magic On the Mountain" Gala event 2010, Saturday Oct 2, Maison Du Lac, Los Gatos, CA and was sold to the highest bidder for $27,000.00. |
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| Upcoming Show New works represented by Hamamjian Modern SSFAF May 20-22 2011 |
| Returning for an eagerly-Waited Encore The San Francisco Fine Art Fair (SFFAF) returns in 2011 as one of the highlights in the Bay Area for contemporary art. SFFAF established itself as the top new fair in America in 2010, There was a bursting energy in the air and contagious enthusiasm as attendees were stunned by the museum quality art displayed by the 83 exhibiting galleries. Attendees showed their appreciation by purchasing over $5 million in art. The 2110 successful production of the fair, in the eyes of galleries, collectors, and the national art press, help to reclaim the city's stature as one of the most important art marketplaces in the nation. Expect the best in post-war and contemporary art. Experience the finest and most tightly vetted collection of galleries assembles on the West Coast. Select from 5,000 significant works of art from 400 respected artists all presented by 60+ prominent galleries worldwide. Get inspired as you explore our 50,000 sq ft of world class art under one roof. We expect our range and quality of galleries to be among the most exciting and relevant showcased in any fair in America. |
Leah Garchik
Art lovers' version of stop 'n' shop
It was a three-fair weekend of art, art and more art, in addition to the Steinorama at SFMOMA. There'll
be more about all of it in a day or two, but suffice it to say now that as soon as the starting pistol
sounded, spies said Danielle Steel, resplendent in orange chubby (a furry shrug in feather or fur,
hard for spies to be sure) and lavender bag and shoes, "swooped into" the S.F. Art Fair at Fort Mason
Center.... Read more: link
Art lovers' version of stop 'n' shop
It was a three-fair weekend of art, art and more art, in addition to the Steinorama at SFMOMA. There'll
be more about all of it in a day or two, but suffice it to say now that as soon as the starting pistol
sounded, spies said Danielle Steel, resplendent in orange chubby (a furry shrug in feather or fur,
hard for spies to be sure) and lavender bag and shoes, "swooped into" the S.F. Art Fair at Fort Mason
Center.... Read more: link
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One Night Stand - Andrea Schwartz Gallery
Guest currated by Danielle Steel
Andrea Schwartz Gallery is pleased to announce One Night Stand, a group exhibition
with guest curator, renowned author Danielle Steel. The show is comprised of artists
represented by the gallery including Donald Bradford, Eric Michael Corrigan and Pang
Chieh-Hsu as well as guest artists Daniel Anhorn, Jerry Kunkel, and Gordon Smedt
among others.
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Guest currated by Danielle Steel
Andrea Schwartz Gallery is pleased to announce One Night Stand, a group exhibition
with guest curator, renowned author Danielle Steel. The show is comprised of artists
represented by the gallery including Donald Bradford, Eric Michael Corrigan and Pang
Chieh-Hsu as well as guest artists Daniel Anhorn, Jerry Kunkel, and Gordon Smedt
among others.
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| "Coming Home" 42" x 72" oil on canvas. This painting was donated to the Loma Prieta School District annual Gala event and was raffled Saturday Oct. 1 2011. Event Sold out and "Coming Home" raised over $20,000 for the school district. http://www.lpef.org/gala-auction.html |
