Weekly Wrap Up 12/20/06

It's been quiet on the Daily Dolan Geiman blog front, but not for lack of activity in and out of the studio. Last night we participated in our final holiday sale of the year, the annual Hideout Holiday Sale. A cozy, festive little art and craft sale, it was a great way to conclude our 2006 roster of shows. Thanks to Anastasia for all her hard work producing the event. Only blocks away from the Hideout, you can expect to see Dolan and I bar-side at the Hideout a lot more in 2007. A little drink tip from the patrons: try the Hideout special, a Wooden Leg cocktail, a mixture of fresh lemon, club soda, and rye whiskey.

On Monday evening, the Dolan Geiman crew set up shop at the Double Door for a Camel/Kaart Marketing event featuring the bands Catfish Haven and the Ms. (Special thanks to Katy Keefe of KK Shirts and Josh Miller for their assistance at the event). A free holiday show, the concert goers were also treated to free T-shirts customized with a hand-printed patch sewn on live at the event. Dolan was hired by Kaart Marketing to pre-print the T-shirts and patches and do the live sewing customization. Screenprinting and event programming ar just two of the many creative services we offer on our Artist for Hire page. Marketing and event production companies are welcome to contact us to request pricing and proposals. We also serve as creative liaisons for events and projects, connecting businesses with other freelance artists and designers.

Call for Vendors: Nashville Craft Mafia's Urban Craft Extravaganza

Calling all crafters! The Nashville branch of the national Craft Mafia is currently accepting application for the first-annual Urban Craft Extravaganza, a one-day indie craft fair on March 3, 2007. Download the application online. Looking for exposure for your indie-friendly business? Consider sponsorship opportunities with Nashville Craft Mafia.

Blog Sighting - Homestead

Check out this recent feature by home/product design and artist blogger Teresa Russell -Homestead: Down Home Painting - and help spread the good word about the Homestead blog!

One of a Kind Show Roundup

Dolan Geiman Booth 7101

Additional picks for this weekend's One of a Kind Show & Sale:

• Veronica Riley Martens - jewerly


• Aliato - applique skirts


• Hiroshi Ariyama - screenprints


• Brickermade - furniture


• Mark Orr - sculpture


• Lara Miller - fashion


• Gabe Lanza - mixed media paintings

City Spotlight: Providence, RI

• Shop for limited-edition prints from Tiny Showcase


• View exhibitions or participate in public programs at the Top Drawer Art Center


• Check out the indie art and craft scene at Craftland
through December 23

One of a Kind Show, Michael Merck, and Lisa Geiman

Ali and I took a break from the studio last night and visited our friend Michael Merck in Bridgeport. It was nice to chat with Michael for an evening and see his latest works, including two large-scale paintings based on (1) crucifixion and (2) the fall of man. It's amazing work and well-deserving of a gallery show.

Today, I'm putting the finishing touches on all the works to be exhibited at the One of a Kind Show & Sale this weekend. In addition a selection of works posted on the available works of the website, I will be showing a couple new large paintings, two new painting series, songbird and trophy deer wall art constructions, and (of course) panel paintings. It's my last big push before a much-needed break over the holidays. My friend Josh Miller is driving from Virginia to Key West after Christmas, so I'm looking at a free ride through the South, a free place to stay, a boat, ample salt water fishing poles, and shark season. So, yes, I will be staying in Key West for the first couple weeks of January. If you need me, I'll be knee deep in red snapper.

Thinking about Christmas and home, my brother recently developed a website for my mother, Lisa Geiman, a professional watercolor artist in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Check out the site and if you find yourself driving through the valley, stop by the Lisa Geiman Studio & Shop in Fisherville ( 1761 Jefferson Highway Fishersville, VA 22939).

Dolan Geiman, Steve Keene, El Rey, and Dave Warnke

Don't miss your chance to see and purchase affordable works by myself, Steve Keene, El Rey, and Dave Warnke today and tomorrow at TAG Art Gallery's Supreme Affordable Art Summit.

"Keene is joined by three other like-minded, affordable-art-flag-wavers who have been preaching the “Art For All” mantra for some time now. Dolan Geiman hails from Chicago and recently knocked-out the Nashville crowd out during Artrageous when he brought his “Art Machine” to TAG for the one night only special event. Geiman will be in tow with his screenprint paintings that have been a hit around the world." - Nashville Area Arts - More >>

SUPREME AFFORDABLE ART SUMMIT
Crystalwood Gallery - 514 Houston Street (Nashville)
hosted by TAG Art Gallery
Saturday and Sunday December 2 and 3
call 615-255-7816 for additional information

TONIGHT AT TAG ART GALLERY
opening reception for Roger Clayton (paintings) and Kevin Titzer (sculpture)
TAG Art Gallery - 237 5th Avenue North
opening reception December 2 6pm-9pm
(also see some larger works by Dolan Geiman)

NEXT DOOR TO TAG ART GALLERY TONIGHT
opening reception for Becca Durnin and Harry
Twist Art Gallery - 73 Arcade Building (between 4th and 5th)
opening reception December 2 6pm-9pm

Mohop Shoes and Indie Finds Website

At the last Renegade Craft Fair, we were talking to Annie of Mohop(handmade wooden shoes) about the advertising co-op she joined, Indie Finds. It's a great idea and while they are not currently accepting new members, it's definitely a website to keep on your radar. Also while you're there, check out their holiday gift guide. For other indie gift suggestions, check out Trunkt's easy to navigate gift suggestions.

Buy Work from Chicken George on Ebay

Chicken George doesn't know this yet, but we are going to be showing together in Chicago in April if he's so inclined.
Check out his work and bid away on his current selection of works on Ebay. To help acquaint yourself with Chicken George, check out the Chicken Dead Chicken blog.

Community Buzz Dec. 1 2006

Jennifer Harrison - Northern Houses - opens Dec. 2 at Yard Dog Gallery

News from our retailers:

• Roscoe Village (Chicago) local art boutique, Sacred Art, is hosting a holiday open house and artist appreciation day on Sunday, December 3 from 11:30am-5pm. Stop by for snacks and check out Dolan's new boat, crab, and boutique girl panel paintings.


• Habit, seller of Dolan Geiman Rescued Clothing and hundreds of other nationwide independent designers in Wicker Park Chicago, has recently launched a monthly charity program. View this month's charity auction, a clutch from Toad Lillie.


• Shop local but think global when fifteen Alberta Street (Portland) boutiques band together for a weekend-long holiday shopping spectacular. Enjoy special sales, holiday treats, and products sold exclusively for the holidays. View Foundation Garment's website for additional information, the proud Portland retailer of Dolan Geiman Rescued Clothing


• See new works by Toronto artist Jennifer Harrison at her solo exhibition opening at Yard Dog Gallery (Austin) Saturday December 2. While you're there, check out Dolan's latest shipment of panel paintings, mailed fresh from the studio over the Thanksgiving holiday.