New Series Commemorates 10th Anniversary of First Gallery Show. From November 1996 to February 1997, James Russell Loiselle exhibited two of his digital prints alongside the works of American modern masters such as Dale Chihuly, Herb Jackson, and Karen Kunc in a Group Show entitled, "Stripping An Idea - Recent Abstract Works" at the Blue River Gallery in Jacksonville, Florida (click here for show details). Jane Craven, the owner of the gallery, went on to become the President of the Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art (JMoMA). Inspired by this original gallery show, James Russell Loiselle has been working on a new series of work entitled "Island Abstracts" which will be released as a very small limited edition designed especially for collectors.
Summer 2007:
James Russell Loiselle's "Spice Islands" will be featured as part of a Group Show at Sharp Gallery. The show will run from August 11th to September 6th. Opening reception will be on Saturday, August 11th from 6 pm to 10pm. The opening is in conjunction with Ray at Night, San Diego's largest monthly art event. To view the show invitation please click here. More information on Sharp Gallery can be found at www.sharpgallery.net
Gallery 680 (Click to Enlarge)
Summer 2007:
The works of James Russell Loiselle will be featured in a Solo Exhibition entitled, "Proofs of Concept: The Digital Landscape Project (1998-1999)" held at Gallery 680 in Little Italy, San Diego. This show will trace the history of James' original and rare artist proofs that laid the groundwork for the Ethereal Islands Collection. The show will also include works that have been juried into San Diego Art Institute shows by highly respected artists and gallery owners such as Luis Stand, Perry Vasquez, and David Zapf. The show will run from July 13th to July 26th. More information on Gallery 680 can be found at www.gallery680.com
BREAKING NEWS: This show has been extended thru August 9th.
Spring 2007:
James Russell Loiselle donates work of art in support of A Reason To Survive (ARTS). On Saturday, May 19th, ARTS will hold its annual dinner and auction at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography to celebrate its past accomplishments and facilitate continued support for its ongoing programs. In support of this charitable event, James Russell Loiselle has donated a rare printer's proof for auction. For details on this event please click here. More information on ARTS can be found at www.artsurvive.org
Art Box 2 Logo (Click to Enlarge)
Spring 2007:
James Russell Loiselle participates in SDAI's youth art program - Art Box 2. Designed for children in grades 1-8, the primary goal of this program is to deepen the student's artistic experience by viewing, contemplating, and interacting with various works of professional art. Students are encouraged to write a note to the artist who created their favorite piece of art explaining what they think of the artwork and why they like it. For a view of the SDAI participation announcement letter please click here. More information on the San Diego Art Institute can be found at www.sandiego-art.org
No. 2 Artist Proof (Click to Enlarge)
Winter 2007:
One of James Russell Loiselle's original artist proofs (submitted under its working title, "No. 2") has been selected by guest juror, Perry Vasquez, to be featured in the upcoming Regional Show at the San Diego Art Institute. The show will run from Thursday, February 15th thru Sunday, March 18th. Opening reception will be held on Friday, February 23rd from 6 to 8pm. More information on the San Diego Art Institute can be found at www.sandiego-art.org
Winter 2007:
James Russell Loiselle has been selected to be the Guest Artist at "The Gathering" held at the San Diego Art Institute in Balboa Park. James will be elaborating on the vision behind the Ethereal Islands Collection as well as discussing his processes and techniques. This event will be held on March 4th, 2007, from 4-6p.m. More information on the San Diego Art Institute can be found at www.sandiego-art.org
Winter 2006:
James Russell Loiselle joins the Emerging Leaders of Arts and Culture program and attends the Creative Conversation meeting at the San Diego Art Institute to discuss the "State of the Arts" locally and abroad. The Emerging Leaders of Arts and Culture is a program of the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture.
Postcard #1 - Below the Firmament (Click to Enlarge)
Fall 2006:
Ethereal Islands Collection Postcard #1 Released. James Russell Loiselle's "Below the Firmament" is the first in a series of 10 art postcards that will be released showcasing the images of the Ethereal Islands Collection. This 5 1/2" x 4" postcard is available for free by simply completing the contact information form found on the How to Order / Contact page. Simply enter your complete contact information and type "Free Postcard" in the Comments box. Supplies are limited and postcards will be distributed in the order of requests received. Free Offers are valid only while supplies last.
Multiple Universes Invitation Front (Click to Enlarge)
Multiple Universes Invitation Back (Click to Enlarge)
Summer 2006:
James Russell Loiselle's "Spice Islands" (submitted under its original working title, "No. 40") has been selected to be featured in the upcoming "Multiple Universes" art exhibition at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. The show will run from Saturday, September 30th thru Monday, October 30th. Opening reception will be held on Sunday, October 8th from 2 to 5 pm. More information on this event (including show notes and reception photos) can be found at www.digitalartguild.com.
