Absolutely FABULOUS!!!

Last night was the big art opening for Janice Sumler's "The Spirit of Summer". Can I just say...? WOW! What a great crowd, great live music by Tom Price (thanks Tom!), art sales and another fabulous event downtown at the Dickson Gallery!
Very Special Thanks to Pat Patrick, Harriet Sells and Janice Sumler for helping to make the opening such a success.
If you missed out...no worries...(although you missed a fun time)....the show will continue through May 12th...so come on down and see these newest works by Janice Sumler.
Also...click here to listen to an interview with Janice and myself regarding Janice's experiences as an artist...what she likes to paint, who is her mentor, her experiences in France, and much more!

More Radio!!

Hey there!
We've got a new radio spot on the air announcing the details of our upcoming fine art show with Janice Sumler: "The Spirit of Summer" Click here to listen online...

Also...yesterday we recorded an interview with Janice Sumler (where she talks about her early days as a painter, her painting experiences in Paris, and much more) on "Community Focus" a Jackson, TN 30 minute radio show that will air live tomorrow morning (Sunday, April 23) at 10:30am. We will soon post the show at www.dicksongallery.com so you can listen online any time.

Happy Weekend!
Rachel

It's FRIDAY!!

Hi everyone,
Whew...lots going on here at the Dickson Gallery of Fine Art. Between Jackson Downtown Merchants meetings, Jackson Downtown Development Board meetings, Small Business Advisory Board meetings with the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, preparation for Janice Sumler's upcoming show, planning/preparation for the upcoming "Fine Art & Big Hearts" St. Jude Pediatric Aids Benefit to be held here in May...we're having fun and staying busy!
Soon we will be posting a page on the website all about the St Jude Fundraiser. We'll link it off of the dicksongallery.com homepage.
A little later today...we'll be in the radio studio over on "Radio Road" with WTJS AM 1390 recording an interview with artist Janice Sumler which will air here in Jackson over the weekend. We'll link to it off of our website sometime the beginning of next week. This'll be lots of fun...Janice is a great person and her art experiences are tremendous. I think she's been in the art business nearly as long as I've been alive...and of course she's an amazing artist!
Stay tuned to the Dickson Gallery...we're sure to have the painting you've been looking for to begin or complete your collection or that room you've been working on in your place of work, home or play.
Happiness,
Rachel

Our Next Greatest SHOW!!

Introducing "The Spirit of Summer" an exquisite fine art show April 28 - May 12, 2006 with opening meet the artist reception Friday evening, April 28 from 7:00p-9:00p (in cooperation with Fabulous Friday Downtown) complete with live music by acoustic guitarist by Tom Price.

AND....the first 25 in attendance the night of the opening (April 28) will receive a free art print signed by the artists!

We welcome you to experience these newest works by Janice Sumler and select the one that’s right for you. Year’s from now, you’ll tell yourself “thank you”! Here's your opportunity to start your collection. Please join us!

Click here to learn more about Janice Sumler and this fine art show...

Happiness,
Rachel

We're featured...!

Special thanks to the Tennessee Arts Commission weekly e-news for dicksongallery.com being chosen as the "website of the week" during the week of April 3rd!
To learn more about the TN Arts Commission visit http://www.arts.state.tn.us/ and be sure to sign up to receive this weekly e-newsletter by clicking here .
Happiness,
Rachel Dickson

We were one of the lucky ones...

Severe Storms seem to have a life renewing effect on us. I find myself greatful to be alive, safe and in simply having a home.....Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who's homes were damaged or destroyed, or had family or friends killed in the recent tornadoes that ripped through Dyer County, and Dyersburg, Tennessee as well as Bradford and Newbern, TN. AND Caruthersville, MO. I'm all too familiar with the heaviness such damage creates...but rest assured...this too shall pass.
For details, images and news coverage see www.jacksonsun.com
Warmest Regards,
Rachel

Catchin' Up....aaaaah

Sign of relief...I'm catching up on things today. It's been quiet downtown on this gorgious Saturday afternoon. A few trickle through art lovers...but for the most part the wine and cheese I put out today at the gallery went untouched. But that's ok...I've had a chance to catch up on things.
Have added Jacque Hillman's jewelry to the gallery website: http://www.dicksongallery.com/artist_jacque_hillman.htm and also updated the events section among other things. Of course, I also spent some time cleaning up the gallery from last night's open house. We have probably 50 folks come through last night. It was just what I was looking for...a laid back, casual evening of fine art and fun music. The Acoustic guitar by Rob Allen was GREAT!! ...and of course, Denny Anderson rocked Lafayette Street downtown with his saxaphone playing.
If you didn't make it...you missed another great event at the Dickson Gallery. Check out http://www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm for upcoming events and be sure to join our email list so you don't forget as we know 'tis the busy season.
Happiness,
Rachel Dickson