Duet: Mark Goudy and Liza Riddle / SMAart Gallery & Studio, San Francisco
November 1-30, 2012
Opening Reception: November 1st, 6-10 pm.
Mark Goudy and Liza Riddle (Thundercloud studio) present a collection of their beautiful recent works. Both artists use metal salts that permeate the surface of their burnished vessels. The results are an incredible watercolor like surfaces reminiscent of galaxies, the deep ocean weathered stone, frosted glass or microorganisms.
“My approach is to combine ancient methods of stone-burnishing and earthenware firing with computer-aided shape design to produce talismans that fuse traditional and modern aesthetics. Surface markings are created by painting water-soluble metal salts on bisque-fired clay. These watercolors permeate the clay body, and become a permanent part of the surface when fired. I have a strong affinity for intricate abstract patterns, ones that can’t be fully comprehended with a single glance, an invitation to in-depth exploration.” Mark Goudy
“I seek to create a work which evokes a sense of wonder and mystery, forms that beckon to be held and admired. I find delight in closely observing and then interpreting natural objects and events – weathered boulders on a mountain slope, wind ripples on a gray blue sea, complex designs on a delicate bird egg – their rhythms, patterns and forces have greatly inspired my work.” Liza Riddle
SMAart Gallery & Studio was founded in September 2012 and opened its doors at 1045 Sutter Street in San Francisco.
SMAart offers gallery exhibits, studio rentals and ceramic classes. Founder Steven M Allen opened SMAart to fulfill a longtime dream of having a gallery, a place to teach art to the community, and a place to create art in a creative open environment surrounded by other inspiring artists.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11.30 am – 5.30 pm.
CONTACT
Mark Goudy, mgoud@yahoo.com
Liza Riddle, liza_riddle@yahoo.com
steve@smaartgallery.com
Tel. 415-962-7877
SMAart Gallery & Studio
1045 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
United States
www.smaartgallery.com
Above: Liza Riddle, Two closed forms (v131, v121), 2012, Coil built earthenware, stone burnished, painted with metal chlorides, protective wax finish, 14.5" x 5.5" / 9" x 8".
