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Litmus Gallery & Studios is a working gallery showcasing resident
& guest artists from around the Triangle. A wide variety of disiplines including pottery, sculpture, oil & watercalor
painting, mosaics & mixed media are presented.
Our gallery is open for
scheduled showings & events and by appointment.
Litmus Gallery
& Studios presents:
NUDES and NATURE
Photography
by Bob Gunn
April 4th
& 5th: Opening and Public Reception 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
April 6th-27th:
Open by appointment – (919) 918-4084
Bob Gunn
is an accomplished artist with 35 years experience photographing nature and the human form.
His images are breathtakingly beautiful and inspire a deep appreciation of the natural world and the beauty that abounds
all around us. This is an inspirational exhibit that should not be missed.
STUDIO SPACES AVAILABLE
$135-$285
Exhibition Opportunities:
Litmus Gallery is available for rent during select months to artists wishing to sponsor
an exhibition of their work. The cost is $175.00 for a one month exhibit. Exhibiting artists are responsible for
all aspects of the exhibition including advertising, reception, supervising the gallery during the scheduled times the exhibit
is open to the public, set-up, take-down, and insuring that the exhibition space is restored to the condition it was
in prior to the exhibition. Additional information / questions / reserve the gallery: email: artvision@bellsouth.net
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COMMISSIONING
A TORSO SCULPTURE OF YOURSELF
DESCRIPTION OF TORSO SCULPTURE:
The clay torso sculpture created is a representation
of the trunk of the body. In addition, it includes a small part of the neck but
not the head, a portion of the arms above the elbow, and the legs above the knees. A
client can be sculpted in either a standing, seated, or reclining pose. If a
standing pose is selected, the completed sculpture will be approximately 12 inches in height -- ideal for displaying on a
coffee or end table, bookshelf, or pedestal.
PROCESS:
It normally takes two 3-hour sessions, scheduled
on different days, to complete the sculpture. Occasionally, depending on the
complexity of the pose, an additional session may be required. During each 3-hour
session the client will pose in the nude for 25-minute time intervals separated by 5-minute breaks. Upon completion, the sculpture will be air-dried for several weeks and then bisque fired. Once fired, it will be finely sanded to a smooth, marble-like satin finish.
A clear acrylic matte finish will be applied to seal the surface. Felt
will be placed on the base of the sculpture.
SCHEDULE:
Sculpting sessions are normally conducted during
afternoons or evenings, Sunday through Thursday. However, sessions can be scheduled
at other times to fit a client’s schedule.
LOCATION:
Sculpting sessions will be held in the artist’s
studio located at 312 West Cabarrus Street in downtown Raleigh. Litmus Art Gallery
and several other studios are located in the same building.
COST:
The cost of a commissioned clay torso sculpture
as described is $375.00, which is due at the completion of the sculpture. If
the completed sculpture does not meet the client’s expectations or for any other reason the client does not wish to
proceed with the purchase, the client may decline the purchase without financial obligation.
If the purchase is declined the completed sculpture will become the property of the sculptor. Clients will not receive any payment for the time spent posing for the sculpture.
OTHER OPTIONS:
There are options
to commission a sculpture of the entire body or to commission a sculpture of any theme for which you do not pose for
the sculpture. A portrait sculpture of your pet or general animal sculpture can also be commissioned.
*Information
/ prices on additional sculptural options / commission a sculpture- call or email: 919/571-3605 / artvision@bellsouth.net.
SCULPTOR:
James (Jim) Fatata is an accomplished artist
who specializes in figurative sculpture. His works have been juried into numerous
art shows and exhibitions. You can see numerous examples of his work by visiting
Litmus Gallery & Studios at 312 W. Cabarrus St. in Raleigh, NC.
Raleigh Sculpture Group
RALEIGH SCULPTURE GROUP offers adults, beginners and experienced artists, a
unique opportunity to explore their artistic abilities and expand their art experiences through sculpture.
New sculpture sessions start March 26, 27, & 31
Nude
female models will pose on Wednesday nights, 6:30-9:15 PM, and nude male models on Thursday nights, 6:30-9:15 PM.
For these sessions 2 different female models and 2 different male models will be used. One female model and one
male model will pose solo for two sessions while another female and another male model will pose solo for four sessions.
The 2 sessions will allow one to complete a 3-D torso, a 2-D torso fragment for hanging on the wall, or a rough
sketch of the entire figure. The four sessions will allow for completing an entire 3-D sculpture. The sets
of dates for the female models are: Mar. 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30. The sets of dates for the male models are:
Mar. 27, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24, & May 1. The cost is $20 per session without instruction/assistance. The cost
for someone wanting instruction/assistance is $25 for each of the first 4 sessions and then $20 for all additional sessions. The
sessions are limited to 7 people. Priority in reserving a spot for these sessions will be given to participants who
wish to take all 6 sessions with female or male models or both.
Portrait
sculpture (just the head) sessions will be held on Monday nights, 6:30 - 9:15 PM. The set of dates for the portrait
sessions are Mar. 31, Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28, & May 5. One model will pose for all 6 sessions. Each session will
start with instruction by Hoke Kimball on techniques for completing a portrait. The cost is
$20 per session (no additional cost for instruction). The sessions are limited to 7 participants.
Call
919-571-3605 or email artvision@bellsouth.net to reserve a space for these sessions.
Additional Information
Resident Artists
Take a few minutes and tour the gallery by selecting any of the images below for an artist profile & information.
Enjoy.
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