Wowsa, Wowsa, Wowsa!!

Oh my goodness!!! We're starting to get the little "Refrigerator Art" pieces delivered for Friday nights show...and what amazing little gems of artwork these are!! Featuring Dickson Gallery artists Dana Brooks, Pat Patrick, Jai Johnson, Janice Sumler and Libby Lynch. Wait until you see them. Ranging in price from only $10-$15 these 2.5" x 3.5" Art Card Editions and Originals will make a great addition to anyone's art collection!
So if you haven't made plans to attend Friday nights show, Jan. 26 from 7p-9p (complete with live piano!)...then you'd better make 'em quick. This one's gonna be a goodin'!
See you there,
Rachel Dickson

more info? see www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm

Refrigerator Art...Coming January 26th!

We here at the Dickson Gallery have been trying to figure out a way to introduce the Jackson community to an art form that is all the rage on the internet today...the resurgence of hand-painted miniatures or Art Trading Cards (also called Art Cards Editions and Originals–ACEOs). And what better place to display these unique and collectible art treasures than on one’s refrigerator?
Join us Friday as we host Jackson’s first ever ACEO show. The first in a long series of “Refrigerator Art Shows,” help us spread the word. In the coming months we will be featuring school art depts. and individual artists on our refrigerator door.
This month's refrigerator art show will feature 2.5" x 3.5" paintings in a small protective sleeve that has a magnetic backing. Works by Jai Johnson, Janice Sumler, Libby Lynch, Dana Brooks and Pat Patrick.

Join us at our “Meet the Artists” Reception
Friday, January 26, 7:00pm—9:00pm

*In cooperation with “Fabulous Friday” downtown Jackson!

For more information visit www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm
Or call 423-9708

Quit taking life so seriously...

I've always loved the humor in Calvin and Hobbes. When I need a laugh...I can count on at least a chuckle while reading thru some of these comics. Well today I came across this strip where Calvin is playing in the snow. Hobbes of course observing asks him, "Snow Sharks?" to which Calvin replies..."That Guy's a Goner." There's something to be said for finding humor in everyday life. It too is a form of art. So if you find yourself struggling to find direction...take a look at things from a slightly different angle. After all...the meaning of art rests in the eye of the beholder.
Happiness,
Rachel

Ribbons for daily acts of honor.

Why is it that basically only the boy scouts, girl scouts and the military awards ribbons for acts of service or bravery or courage, etc. I think we should have a system in the world where awards can be bestowed upon people for acts of kindness. I don't think we value kindness enough.
A friend of mine told me an idea (regarding the opposite) that seemed pretty funny at the time...where we all would have these permanent dart guns so when a car driving by or near us that turns in front of us cutting us off or some similar driving blunder can be pegged or marked. Thus over time our cars would bear the signs of our acts of whatever. Quite a funny thought...but a good thing this isn't the way the world is. But got me thinking...why not the other way around. Why isn't there some way to honor happy things people do (not just on the road)? Wouldn't that change our outlook on life? I bet we all would be a bit kinder to one another. Just a thought...
Rachel

Cheers to 2007!

2007 has arrived! And clearly all the seeds planted throughout 2006 are beginning to bloom...regardless if they've all surfaced yet or not. Dickson Gallery's New Year's EVE EVE EVE celebration went very well. Special thanks to all of you who attended. The music was out of this world! (thanks to Kim McDaniel and Shine...so sorry I can't remember the name of the other musician). Champagne toasts all around...and the new year is now here.
I'm not real sure exactly what's on the horizon...but I can sense change in the air. I've spoke to many people who had a challenging 2006 for one reason or another, and ALL of those people have said they can tell 2007 will be a great year for us all. I've decided to simply take it one day at a time.... I think the rest will fall into place.
So here's to 2007! Cheers to all!
Rachel