February 2013 group show

This February 2013:

Modern Eden Gallery in San Francisco CA presents two shows in tandem 

Archer Dougherty solo "Bound" 

and 

"Venice", invitational artists group show based on the inspiration of the Beautiful city of Italy.

Artwork pictured from right to left: Archer Dougherty and Melissa Hartley.

Venice is a city like no other on earth with its canals, baroque architecture, and fabled history. From Titian, Bellini and Canaletto to Whistler, Monet and numerous other artists throughout history, Venice has been a constant muse and inspiration.  Idealized and romanticized in art and literature, traveled and adored by countless millions, Venice continues to inspire to this day. The grand decaying architecture, the reflections off the grand canal, the dramatic horrors of the Carnivale and the colorful delights of the sinking city all define an otherworldly place, a place of macabre intentions, where imagination fills in the blanks of what is possible.

Nevermore Group Show Dec. 2012 at Modern Eden

This December 15th in unison with Leilani Bustamante solo Ascension; Modern Eden Gallery presents a group show NEVERMORE after Edgar Allen Poe. Both shows are sure to please, so you won't want to miss it!

Here are some details:

event Flyer with When, Where and How:

My contribution to the show:

"Darkness Peering"

acrylic on wood

12" x 12" 

on deep-set panel. 

Sides finished, no need for framing.

If you are interested in purchase of Darkness Peering,

contact Modern Eden Gallery for availability.

Moon Goddess Group Show at Modern Eden

"The Mysterious Connection"

artwork size 14" x 12.5"

acrylic on wood

frame size 20.25" x 19.75"

acrylic and mosaic with sanded grout on antique wood chair refinished as a frame.

I am so excited about participating in this group show taking place at Modern Eden Gallery in San Francisco!

"Moon Goddess" exhibit opens October 27, 2012 and runs through the month of November.
Here is the info from the event flyer, and online Preview Links below.

Here is a direct link to my piece online for pricing and availablilty: 

http://www.moderneden.com/collections/moon-goddess/products/the-mysterious-connection-isis-with-moon-goddess

About/Full Preview:
Curated by Aunia Kahn & Russell J. Moon, and hosted at the wonderful Modern Eden Gallery each artist brings their interpretation of a "Moon Goddess" to the walls of the gallery. Lighting your night with passion, celestial visions, and all encompassing creativity.

Having been photographed, painted, sculpted, costumed, and brought about in every medium to secure her mystical allure into eternity -- it is no wonder why we adore her presence. With this exhibition the artists have taken all her nature, and created artwork based on the "moon".

Full Artwork Previews: http://www.moongoddessexhibit.com/art.html

ARTISTS
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Glenn Arthur
Carrie Ann Baade
Tom Bagshaw
Cory Benhatzel
Nichole Bruckman
Lara Dann
Ixie Darkonn
Sheri DeBow
Patrick Deignan
Rudy Fig
Scott Holloway
Tina Imel
Aunia Kahn
Edith Lebeau
Fang Ling Lee
Angie Mason
Miss Mindy
Shaunna Peterson
Arabella Proffer
Cate Rangel
Christopher Umana
Jessica Ward
Jennifer Weigel
Casey Weldon
Julie Zarate

"Happy Little Trees" a Bob Ross Tribute art show

Hi Friends! Here is my latest piece with a new mosaic art frame!

"Happy Little Tree Spirit" by Lara Dann
acrylic on wood; custom mosaic frame of vintage object
artwork measures: 11" x 16.75 with frame totals: 13" x 24"

contribution for the BOB ROSS TRIBUTE group show curated by Aaron Jaskinski at Screaming Sky Gallery, Portland OR.

Show runs September 27th to October 21st, 2012
Inquiries; contact Andria Ewald (503) 922-1500

Detail of painting

Side A Detail base 

Side A

Side A top detail

Side B 

top view

Exhibit in June XL GALLERY

Hi Friends! 


I will have a new piece titled "Displaced Affection" on view this Saturday June 30th 
at XL Gallery in Orlando Florida. The "FACES" exhibit curated by artist Patrick Fatica will feature some of the best in contemporary art. 

The show will be featuring artists: Aaron Jasinski, Allison Reimold, Ana Bagayan, Apricot Mantle, Arron McKinney, Augie Pagan, Aunia Kahn, Bethany Marchman, Brandi Read, Buddy Nestor, Casey Weldon, Chase Tafoya, Chris B. Murray, Chris Sheridan, Dave Macdowell, Edith Lebeau, Jason Snyder, JoKa, Josh Taylor, Lara Dann, Leslie Ditto, N.C. Winters, Patrick Deignan, Richard A Haugh, Sarah Joncas, Tim Maclean, and Trey Xander, so be sure to catch the show! 

The opening reception is on June 30^th at 8pm and is free The show runs through July 28^th. Located in the South Eola district of downtown Orlando, Extra Large Gallery is open 7 nights a week and offers a full liquor bar with a killer absinthe menu and craft beer selection. 431 E Central Blvd.

"Displaced Affection"

16" x 20"

acrylic on wood panel

presented framed; 

in handsome black frame with deep red drop 

details lining the inner edge of frame.

Press, mentions and nods:


clutter magazine
http://www.cluttermagazine.com/news/2012/06/faces-art-exhibition


The Daily City
http://www.thedailycity.com/search?updated-max=2012-06-06T06%3A00%3A00-07%3A00&max-results=20


more than sunshine
http://morethansunshine.com/post/24406380124/faces-a-group-show-at-xl-gallery-in-orlando




XL GALLERY 
http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8684802596035557223#editor/target=post;postID=6289454750864849838


Contact 
Todd Ulmer; owner of XL GALLERY 
or 
Patrick Fatica; curator
for more information or purchase inquiries.


I have some more news to share with you soon- hint* more shows; more mosaic frame coming your way, and a new piece featuring an antique chair converted to a frame- so check back! cheers!

Interview with ArtSeen

I had the pleasure of speaking with ArtSeen. You can take a peak at the interview here:


http://shawndaniell.blogspot.com/

http://shawndaniell.blogspot.com/2012/02/conversation-with-lara-dann.html

"Against Idleness and Mischief"
11" x 14"
acrylic on wood

Two Group Shows in February

I will have this new piece at ART N SOUL Studio in Allentown PA for a group show titled My Fetish Valentine. I may also be having prints made of this one that I will offer through my bigcartel shop soon! 

"Sweet Surrender"

16" x 20"

acrylic on wood

framed