Posted in Art, Event, Gallery, Painting, Reception on January 12, 2019|
“Tranquility” by Rich Summers
You have got to watch these videos that Amber and Rich Summers put together about their trip to McCall and the reception at Gallery Fifty-Five on January 5th. Rich is guest artist for the month, so come on down and see us. We are open seven days a week, 11-5, downtown McCall, lakeside, 311 E. Lake Street.
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Posted in Art, Event, Gallery, Music, Painting, Photography, Reception on December 28, 2018|
“Tranquility” by Rich Summers
Hello snow enthusiasts! The slopes are open, and we are rockin’ and rollin’ at the gallery. In January, we welcome guest artist acrylic painter Rich Summers. Rich is a voice over actor with a passion for painting the beauty of the land and wildlife of the West, including Idaho. Rich’s eye for light transparently played out over the texture of his canvases will make you “Ooh” and “Ah.” Our featured member artist is photographer Melissa Shelby, another artist who captures so beautifully the western landscape. You’ll want to check out her stunning images of scenery from the McCall area. And at our evening reception, you will enjoy hearing Judy Berg, an accomplished singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist newly-arrived on the music scene here in Idaho.
Meet the artists and view the art by over twenty local and regional artists at our First Saturday reception, January 5, 4-8 p.m., with music by Judy Berg, wine by Bistro 45 and appetizers.
Gallery Fifty-Five is a nonprofit artist cooperative.
When: Saturday, January 5, 4-8 pm.
Where: Gallery Fifty-Five, 311 E. Lake Street, McCall, Idaho
Admission: Free
For more information, email us at gallery55art@gmail.com or call 208-634-6313.
“A Burgdorf Relic” by Melissa Shelby
Judy Berg
Posted in Art, Ceramics, Event, Fiber Art, Gallery, Glass Art, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Reception, Woodworking on November 20, 2018|
Gallery 55 is open 11-7 on Black Friday and serving light refreshments 4-7. The gallery is full of gift ideas, including artist-made tree ornaments, holiday chutney, decorated gift boxes and art priced just right for holiday giving. On Black Friday and every Friday through December 21, the gallery will be open until 7. So, we hope you will join us, see the art by over twenty local and regional artists and enjoy the beautiful view of Payette Lake from the gallery.
Posted in Art, Event, Gallery, Glass Art, Jewelry, Painting, Reception on November 12, 2018|
“Clouds Over Boise River” by Rena Vandewater
The holidays are beautiful in McCall. Trees are lit, decorations go up, but Mother Nature does the best decorating. On December 1, we welcome guest artist painter Rena Vandewater and feature glass artist Laura Johnson and our newest member, jeweler Michele Applebee. Rena’s famously colorful oil and acrylic paintings not only provide just the antidote for cabin fever but will delight art collectors. Featured member, Laura Johnson, also a master of color, inspires us with new fused glass work on her favorite subject, the natural landscape. You’ll want to take in the elegance of Michelle Applebee’s jewelry, too, the perfect gift for someone you love—or for yourself.
Meet the artists and view the art by over twenty member artists at our First Saturday reception, December 1, 4-8 p.m., with music by Mike Rutledge, wine by Bistro 45 and appetizers.
Gallery Fifty-Five is a nonprofit artist cooperative.
When: Saturday, December 1, 4-8 pm.
Where: Gallery Fifty-Five, 311 E. Lake Street, McCall, Idaho
Admission: Free
For more information, email us at gallery55art@gmail.com or call 208-634-6313.
Glass Art by Laura Johnson
Freshwater Pearls, Onyx Roundels, Ammonite Pendant by Michele Applebee
Posted in Art, Ceramics, Event, Painting, Reception, Woodworking on October 13, 2018|
Ascendance by Connie McClaran
It’s cooler weather here in McCall and we are enjoying the crisp days in our cozy gallery on the lake. On November 3rd, we welcome guest artist wood sculptor Gary Peer, featured member artist photographer Connie McClaran and our newest member, bronze sculptor Allen Malaise. Gary’s spiritual and abstract-looking sculptures reference contemporary society’s decaying order in a medium admired through the ages for its warmth and beauty. Our featured member, spiritographer Connie McClaran, immerses herself in the beauty of American landscape in new black and white photographic works that will take your breath away. And to complement Connie’s work and our location on the shore of the Payette, outdoor enthusiast Allen Malaise adds imposing, motion-packed and fabulously detailed bronzes of Northwestern wildlife. You don’t want to miss any of this.
Meet all the artists and see the art at our First Saturday reception, November 3, 4-8 p.m., with music by Mike Rutledge, wine by Bistro 45 and appetizers.
When: Saturday, November 3, 4-8 pm.
Where: Gallery Fifty-Five, 311 E. Lake Street, McCall, Idaho
Admission: Free
For more information, email us at gallery55art@gmail.com or call 208-634-6313.
Split Parabolic Figure by Gary Peer
Thrill of the Chase by Allen Malaise
Posted in Art, Ceramics, Event, Gallery, Painting, Reception on September 20, 2018|
“Road to Melba” by Betty Mallorca
It’s fall in McCall, and winter is on its way. On October 6, Gallery Fifty-Five will host a reception for painter Betty Mallorca and for new work by ceramicist Katharina Roth. Betty specializes in landscapes and abstract paintings that celebrate color and the natural world. Her response to nature and color is visceral, a response that she expresses in large format to powerful effect. Gallery Fifty-Five member Katharina Roth has a new line of work in porcelain that she is excited to share with you. You will admire the delicate quality of Katherina’s work, influenced by her studies in Switzerland, the U.S. and China.
Also, meet our newest member, Linda Berberick, who brings not only traditional ceramics to the gallery but plenty of humor with her fabulous ceramic figures and faces.
Meet all the artists and see the art at our First Saturday reception, October 6, 4-8 p.m., with music by Mike Rutledge, wine by Bistro 45 and appetizers.
Gallery Fifty-Five is a nonprofit artist cooperative.
When: Saturday, October 6, 4-8 pm.
Where: Gallery Fifty-Five, 311 E. Lake Street, McCall, Idaho
Admission: Free
New work by Katharina Roth
“I’ve Got a Frog in My Throat” by Linda Berberick
Posted in Art, Environment, Fundraiser, Painting on September 4, 2018|
Columbia River Basin by Rachel Teannalach
Gallery 55 is displaying 15 paintings by landscape painter Rachel Teannalach, which will be given away to donors to Advocates for the West. Advocates for the West is an environmental law group whose mission is to win for the West’s natural treasures and wildlife. The 15 paintings represent some of the organization’s most pressing legal battles – defending our national monuments, protecting the Salmon River, saving bighorn sheep populations, and more. The goal is to raise $15,000 for each cause. At the end of the campaign, the paintings will go to whoever makes the largest gift to their chosen cause.
Gallery Fifty-Five is a nonprofit artist cooperative.
When: Saturday, September 7 – September 30
Where: Gallery Fifty-Five, 311 E. Lake Street, McCall, Idaho
Admission: Free
