New Rolfe Horn Book

Shin Jo Sui: Landscapes of Japan is a new 80 page book containing 73 photographs from Rolfe Horn’s travels throughout Japan from 2001 through 2008. Roughly translated, Shin Jo Sui means "May Your Heart Be Pure Like Water". Presented in a 12 x 12 inch hardcover format, the book can be previewed and ordered online through blurb.com. For more information visit Rolfe Horn’s website.

Three New Exhibitions at Studio 391

Studio 391 is pleased to present three new exhibitions at the gallery.

NEW Photographs
Chip Hooper: California's Pacific
New large format black-and-white seascapes from the Sonoma and Mendocino Coast


NEW Paintings
Chris Henry: Connections
New series of mixed media paintings on wood panels



NEW Ceramic Sculpture
Andy Rogers: Nature Observed
Collection of nature inspired ceramics that resemble but not copy nature


Exhibition Opening & Artist Reception: Saturday, July 3rd from 4 pm to 7 pm
Artist Chris Henry will be present.

California's Pacific, Connections, and Nature Observed will remain on exhibit through August 22, 2010.

Studio 391 Voted #2 Best Wine Country Art Gallery in The Bay Area

Studio 391 won 2nd place for Best Wine County Art Gallery of 2010 in the "Bay Area's Best" Contest. The gallery received 40 recommendations in addition to votes cast on the SFGate/BayList site. Here is a sample of some the comments received:

This gallery has the best art on the Coast! -- Sharon N.
If it were in LA or San Francisco it would be one of the top galleries in either City. A gallery lover's delight. -- D. Jacobs
The quality of artists featured in Studio 391 is fantastic. I would recommend a visit to Studio 391. -- Colleen S.
An amazing collection of wonderful photographs, paintings, and sculpture. If you love art I highly recommend a visit to Studio 391. -- Julienne B.
The quality and variety of work is outstanding. -- Wayne
We are never disappointed in the selection of art and artists in Studio 391. -- Bill W.

Thanks to all who voted for us. And, a special thanks to those who left such wonderful comments about the gallery.

Christopher Burkett Celebrates 30 Years

Christopher Burkett is celebrating 30 years as a Cibachrome (Ilfochrome) printer. Burkett is a recognized national expert in the process by virtue of his use of sophisticated and unique masking techniques. Each of his prints is meticulously printed with impressive sharpness and rich tonality. His masterful printing and numerous exhibitions have brought him international acclaim.

Studio 391 has a large selection of Christopher Burkett photographs in the gallery at all times or view his images online anytime at www.studio391.net.

Kim Kauffman Workshop

Studio 391 artist Kim Kauffman will present a weekend workshop at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts June 26 and 27. In this hands on workshop Kim will demonstrate the scanning and photo-collage techniques she uses to create her Florilegium and Illumitones images.There are a few spots left for the workshop. Details and more information at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.

Ninja Tree Frog vs. Crickets

Enjoy this clip of sculptor Steve's Worthington's inspiration for his new series of bronze tree frogs. View more of Steve Worthington's bronze sculpture at www.studio391.net.



For more information about Steve's work and current pricing please contact Studio 391.

Artists Paint to Preserve Marin Farmland

Painting by Christin Coy for the upcoming MALT Show & Sale

Three of the artists represented at Studio 391, Christin Coy, Richard Lindenberg, and Wendy Schwartz, were selected to participate in The 13th Annual Ranches and Rolling Hills Show and Sale on May 15 & 16, 2010 in Nicasio, CA. More than 40 artists exhibit and sell their landscape paintings of West Marin to raise funds that help to protect and preserve Marin's open space and farmland. More info at www.MALT.org.