Rolfe Horn Price Increase

Due to rising costs Rolfe Horn's hand-made gelatin silver prints will be increasing in price. As of May 1, 2013 the base price for a limited edition print in the 8x8" or 10x10" print size will increase from $600 to $800. Subsequently, all other images in the edition will experience a similar increase due to the new pricing structure.

>> View Rolfe Horn photographs

Studio 391 Voted Top Ten Best Art Gallery

Studio 391 was voted one of the Top Ten BEST Art Galleries in the 2013 Bay Area A-List. This year there were over 100 galleries in the category competing for the title of BEST Art Gallery. This annual contest is sponsored by City Voter where voters from the San Francisco Bay Area determine the BEST from restaurants to art galleries. Thanks to all who voted for Studio 391.

Paul Kozal Exhibit + Artist Reception

THIS WEEKEND

Art of the Mushroom, a special photography exhibition featuring images of wild mushrooms by Paul Kozal will be on view at Chateau St Jean in Kenwood, CA (Sonoma County) during the Pinot & Mushroom Weekend, February 23 - 24, 2013.

Meet the artist and enjoy complimentary small bites Saturday, February 23 from 4 - 6 pm. Wines by the glass or flight will be available for purchase during the opening reception. The photography exhibit is free and the artist reception is open to the public.

This fun-filled and informative weekend is the perfect opportunity to discover the ultimate pairing of Pinot Noir and mushrooms (edible and artistic) at this weekend-only event. More information at www.chateaustjean.com or by calling 877.478.5326.

>> View more Paul Kozal mushroom images at www.ArtoftheMushroom.com.

Un-Edibles: The Making of Bronze Produce

Two of the artists represented at Studio 391, Valerie Brunmeier and Matt Hart, of Bronze Plus, were recently featured in an episode of Celebrate Sonoma, a series that explores the culture of Sonoma County, California. This episode shows the step-by-step process of how they make their un-edible bronze sculptures of California produce using the lost wax process. You can watch an 8-minute clip of them making 'asparagus' at: http://vimeo.com/25567743. A big thank you to Petaluma filmaker James Parker for filming this segment about the making of a bronze sculpture for all to enjoy.

A Pawsitive Review

Hairy Putter, Mendocino County's canine reviewer extraordinaire, visited Studio 391 in Gualala's Cypress Village Gallery District recently. Hairy, (right) and companion Jai Ram, (left) toured the gallery and gave it a "pawsitive" review. Before heading off to their next destination, the two dogs posed for a photograph in the gallery. Hairy chronicles his visits to various pet-friendly destinations in Mendocino County on his own blog at www.HairysBlog.com.

One If By Land, Two If By Sea

Charles Waldman | Sea Cliff Colors | Oil on board | 9"x12"

Charles Waldman has delivered not one, but two new oil paintings to the gallery. 'Sea Cliff Colors' was painted of the north end of Sea Ranch. 'Looking South' is a view from the south end of Sea Ranch. Each painting measures 9"x12" and is framed to 14"x17" in a brown wood plein air style frame. Works are priced at $900 each. These paintings convey the beauty of the land and sea on California's beautiful Sonoma Coast.

Charles Waldman | Looking South | Oil on board | 9"x12"

Whale Watching

After numerous requests Agelio Batle has released a whale pencil. The graphite object [pencil] measures approximately 4 inches, has nice detail and fits nicely in the hand. It retails for $28.99 and comes with a gift box that includes information about the artist and his process. Please stop by the gallery to see this new pencil and the other offerings from Batle Studio.