LOOK what we FOUND!

I couldn't believe it when Tina Todd, Dickson Gallery's newest member artist, walked into the gallery 2 days ago carrying a black & white photograph of the inside of the upstairs version "Old Buddies Place." (shown on the left) I've been seeking a photo of the inside of this "visit to the past" defining so MANY area Jacksonian's growing up years. I've heard countless stories from so many who've described to me the unique charm of this not-so-forgotten downtown (now bygone)institution. (originally just a few blocks from the Dickson Gallery).So, you MUST come see this one-of-a-kind photo of our historic downtown! Yes, it's for sale...and would make a great addition to any office, home or business decor!
The Dickson Gallery is open Tuesday thru Saturday 11:00a-4:00p.
To learn more about photographer Tina Todd visit:
http://www.dicksongallery.com/artist_tina_todd.htm

OFF WITH THE HAIR!!

For those of you who don't know...last Saturday marked the 5th annual Jackson, TN "St. Baldrick's Day" event!! ...and much OFF with the Hair went around...myself included. Just over $2,500 dollars was raised with 16 folks having their heads shaved!
Special THANKS to everyone who helped make this year's event possible!!
click here to read what the Jackson Sun had so say...complete with photos.
http://www.dicksongallery.com/media_jackson_sun_031807.htm

Happy Short hair!
Rachel

FAITH Homeschool Tutorial featured at the Dickson!!

Aren't these miniature originals the COOLEST??!!! We have over 200 pieces of art from the FAITH Homeschool Tutorial on display at the Dickson Gallery. Each measures 2.5" x 3.5" and is shown in a little magnetic sleeve, perfect for your refrigerator, file cabinet OR you can remove it from the sleeve and frame them!!
The ages of the kids who've created these neat pieces of art range from Kindergarten thru the 9th Grade. Each day as I walk past them here in the gallery I see something new...EVERY TIME!! Such fun work, you'll definitely want to make time to see these imaginitive works!! We've already sold quite a few of them...so HURRY IN!! They're going fast!!
for more details on this show visit: www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm
Happiness,
Rachel

Mardi Gras Parade downtown a huge hit!!

Fun was had by all!!! Today at noon was the big 2007 Mardi Gras parade downtown Jackson. And once again the Downtown Merchants Association participated...more specifically the following,
The Dickson Gallery of Fine Art
Lafayette Thrift Market
Blades Barber Salon
Horton & Associates
Main Street Publishing
Special thanks to all of those businesses who continue to support the efforts of downtown!! The parade route was lined with people...1,000s upon 1,000s of beads were thrown among other trinkets and such and fun was had by all!!
Thank you to Luz, Jamie, Polly, Joan and Kelly for being bead throwers...and to Gary Matthews Ford for donating the use of a vehicle to carry the Downtown Merchants King (Richard Lawrence) and Queen (Kim Collins)...and to Karen Lenard (of Gary Matthews) for driving.
If you attended the parade...we hope you had a ball!!
HAPPY MARDI GRAS from the Dickson Gallery!!!

The buzz continues...

Special thanks to Dickson Gallery photographer Steve Parrott for the photo to the left. He attended the 2006 Emerging Business Award luncheon with me along with Dana Brooks, Jai Johnson, Julia Humphreys and Holly Couch. We're still receiving congrats from all around town for the Dickson Gallery being one of five businesses to receive the Emerging Business Award from the Jackson area Chamber of Commerce. Come by the gallery and see it for yourself...we've got it proudly displayed on the front counter!
Thank you to those of you who've given us warm congrats for being a recipient of this year's award. yessiree...we're very proud!
But without the extraordinary talent of our artists we are nothing.
...and a very special thanks to the Jackson community for embracing your local original art!!
Happiness, Rachel Dickson

by gorge...we done it!

Yesterday (Feb. 5th) at noon the Dickson Gallery of Fine Art was one of 5 small businesses to receive the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce's 2006 Emerging Business award.
I'll be posting more about this very special award soon...but until then click below to see the article in today's (Feb. 6th) newspaper:
http://www.jacksonsun.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070206/BUSINESS/702060314

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

New Year's Celebration Preparation...

Sitting here taking a breather for a minute. Been prepping for our New Year's Eve, Eve, Eve cel-ART-bration we're hosting tonight at the gallery. Got lots of champagne and wine for if/when that runs out. The food is arriving now too...and from the sound of it, we're going to have a great turn-out. I was concerned the weather might be a deterrent as they were calling for rain this evening...but...alas!! Not tonight! It was sunny and 65 here all day...and it's STILL gorgeous outside....so makes for a great night on the downtown!!! Now just wishing we had a saxaphone player to play outside for us. ahhh well, as a gallery owner, it seems there's always something I could do better or tweek at the last minute.
If you're from out of town and are reading this, all of us here at the Dickson Gallery wish you the happiest of New Year's and may your 2007 be the best EVER!
I've got to jump back in and take care of a few more details before we get going here. Got 2 hours...should be plenty of time.
Happiness,
Rachel

Dickson Gallery Gift Certificates!!

Yes!! We've got 'em! Dickson Gallery Gift certificates in $25 increments make the perfect last minute Christmas gift!! Don't want us to mail it?...we can email notice to that special someone. Click here to learn more...and you can even purchase them online! How simply is that?
Sooo, here's wishing you all a very Merry Christmas! May it be happy, artsy and bright...from all of us here at the Dickson Gallery.
www.dicksongallery.com

Happy Holidays from Dickson Gallery!

Happiest of Holidays from all of us here at the Dickson Gallery!!
www.dicksongallery.com

Artsy ideas for the Holiday Season...

We all know what's just a few short weeks away. But we also know that most consumers are getting trickerier and trickerier (if that's a word) to buy for. So why not original, one-of-a-kind art? Share the magic of handmade treasures. Artist-made gifts glow with a special light. And here at the Dickson Gallery we not only have original paintings, but original jewelry, pottery , metal sculpture and wine racks. Check out www.dicksongallery.com and look for the little , glittery Christmas tree for ideas. In the mean time, remember our new gallery hours are 11a-4p Tues thru Sat.
See you soon!
Rachel Dickson

Jewelry Show Extended until Dec. 1st!

Many of you weren't able to make the fantastic art jewelry opening Friday evening (Nov. 24th) showcasing seven amazing art jewelers...sooooo, we've decided to extend the show until this Friday, December 1st giving you ample time to come on down and pick out that fabulous, one-of-a-kind gift for that fabulous someone!
Make the time to come downtown...you'll be thrilled you did (so will they).
When? Tuesday thru Friday 11a to 4p. It'll be too late Saturday. So don't delay.
Happiness,
Rachel
info: www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm

Fun was had by all!

Well if you weren't at the Dickson Gallery Friday night...you really missed out on a great experience! From the Live violin duet by Audrey & Claire Hazlehurst to the new jewelry by artists Holly Couch, Beth Patterson, Jacque Hillman, Julia Humphreys, Libby Lynch & Patricia Twilla. If some of you were asking for jewelry for Christmas...I'd expect it if I were you. LOTS of Christmas gifts were purchases last night...lucky you!
I have to say, I'm increasingly impressed by the talent & awesome quality work that Dickson Gallery artists continue to create, display and sell through here.
soo, if you haven't ever been to the Dickson...you MUST add it to your stops this week.
And just in case you didn't know it...downtown Jackson is all the buzz! Don't waste another minute...come on down. We've got that artsy something you've been looking for.
oh...and we're going to keep the jewelry show up throughout next week...so it's not too late. We've got amazing art jewelry (earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants) starting at $10.
Happiness,
Rachel

Dickson Gallery presents Holiday Art Jewelry Show: November 24th, 7p-9p!

The Holiday season is nearly upon us and we here at the Dickson Gallery are gearing up for our 2nd annual "Venus Soiree" (Friday, November 24th from 7p-9p): a very distinctive fine art jewelry show featuring works designed and created by Jacque Hillman, Jai Johnson, Julia Humphreys, Libby Lynch, Beth Patterson, Holly Couch and Patricia Twilla.
Each piece has been meticulously fashioned to positively effect and empower women as well as inspire everyone to enjoy life, love and laughter.
Please join us Friday, Nov. 24th from 7:00p-9:00p as we celebrate all things life, love and happiness. Jewelry that's you...just in time for the Holidays! Give the gift that keeps on giving, original fine art jewelry!
for more details visit www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm

The Holidays are on their way!

Watch out! The Holidays are speeding their way towards us at an ever increasing speed!! Hard to believe that Thanksgiving is only 2 weeks away. How is that possible? Wasn't July 4th just last week?
So...needless to say, you can imagine all the activities here at the gallery in preparation for our upcoming Jewelry show the day AFTER Thanksgiving (the biggest shopping day of the year...apart from the tax holiday we had here in Madison County just before school started). AND...We're thrilled to have added 2 new artists to our gallery of local talent! Welcome to Adam Welch (photography) & Beth Patterson (carved bone jewelry). Come on down to the Dickson Gallery and check out their work along with all the other great new original art we've added recently! In the mean time...better work on that pre-Thanksgiving liquid diet...I know I for one will be delving into some serious pumpkin pie before it's all said and done!
More details about the upcoming events here at the gallery will be posted very soon.
Happiness,
Rachel
www.dicksongallery.com

Fun was had by all!

It was a blustery, raining evening downtown Jackson...but the "dress up if you wish", pottery opening was much fun on Friday night (Oct 27th)! Shown from left to right: Artist Dana Brooks, Art Fan Kevin Crane, his wife Kelly Crane and their favorite pet Jaxon {their dog blends in quite well disguised in his dalmation costume, don't you think?}, and Dickson Gallery owner Rachel Dickson. I'm always amazed at what fun it is to dress up for Halloween fun. Wish that costume parties were required fun every week...but then we've never get anything done.
oh, but the biggest hit of all were Janet Guptill's (Dickson Gallery potter) cat-poop brownies. Wish I would have given awards for dressing up your food in costume...Janet would have won hands down! There was quite a buzz all evening throughout the gallery regarding her unique hors d'oeuvres.
Stay tuned for more photos...and many more exciting events here at the Dickson Gallery, downtown. ...or to stay "in the know" visit: www.dicksongallery.com/events.htm for all the latest. You just never know what you're gonna experience next at the Dickson!