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John Ochs

John Ochs

Untitled #2819

pigmented shellac on paper

38" x 50"
$3,200

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Mar 17

Congratulations to our very own, William Rainey, for his prominent feature in the Delta Sky Lounge at the brand-new Kansas City International Airport! Friends of Blue Gallery are already reporting in how much they love what they are affectionately calling, the "William Rainey Lounge" 😂. Way to go, Bill!!!! We`re so proud of you!!! 🎉⁠
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William Rainey (l-r)⁠
"Pentimento series" (sold🔴)⁠
"Face to Face with the Second Step" (sold🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife #livingwithart #selfexpression ⁠ ...

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Mar 14

"Sound + Vision is an invitation to rethink how we perceive the sensations of our everyday lives. Through a balance of layered tones and striking textures, my goal is to depict the movement and shapes that subtly accompany our lives. From the sounds we hear passing summer block parties to the songs shared by loved ones on playlists from afar, each has specific elements waiting to be expressed as splashes of colors. As the textures play against one another, I encourage the audience to pause with the undemanding aspects of life and remain present in the experience itself. ⁠
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I believe that we too often view the world through a singular and narrow lens, only allowing our habitual and empirical experiences to inform our perspective. Through my work, I hope to widen that lens, even if it is at the smallest degree. ⁠
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By incorporating elements of synesthesia, I create a visualization of music. My hope is to transcend traditional interpretations of experience and to reimagine the familiar. Intended to feel elusive, I invite the viewer to envision the potential of each piece in their own regard, thereby making the final product one of collective consciousness." ⁠
-Melissa McCracken⁠
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Melissa McCracken | SOUND + VISION | solo exhibition⁠
exhibition runs through Apr 1, 2023⁠
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Melissa McCracken (l-r)⁠
"Elaborate Dream" o/c 40x30"⁠
"Peace of Mind" o/c 72x60"⁠
"Saccharine" o/c 22x28" (sold 🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #contemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapaintings ⁠#gallerylife ⁠

"Sound + Vision is an invitation to rethink how we perceive the sensations of our everyday lives. Through a balance of layered tones and striking textures, my goal is to depict the movement and shapes that subtly accompany our lives. From the sounds we hear passing summer block parties to the songs shared by loved ones on playlists from afar, each has specific elements waiting to be expressed as splashes of colors. As the textures play against one another, I encourage the audience to pause with the undemanding aspects of life and remain present in the experience itself. ⁠
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I believe that we too often view the world through a singular and narrow lens, only allowing our habitual and empirical experiences to inform our perspective. Through my work, I hope to widen that lens, even if it is at the smallest degree. ⁠
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By incorporating elements of synesthesia, I create a visualization of music. My hope is to transcend traditional interpretations of experience and to reimagine the familiar. Intended to feel elusive, I invite the viewer to envision the potential of each piece in their own regard, thereby making the final product one of collective consciousness." ⁠
-Melissa McCracken⁠
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⁠
Melissa McCracken | SOUND + VISION | solo exhibition⁠
exhibition runs through Apr 1, 2023⁠
⁠
⁠
Melissa McCracken (l-r)⁠
"Elaborate Dream" o/c 40x30"⁠
"Peace of Mind" o/c 72x60"⁠
"Saccharine" o/c 22x28" (sold 🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #contemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapaintings ⁠#gallerylife ⁠ ...

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Mar 8

Happy International Women’s Day to our founder, owner/director Kelly Kuhn and to all of our amazing female artists, designers, collectors, fans, followers and beyond. Your strength, talent, power and magic are an inspiration to us!

Blue Gallery was opened with the intention of making sure the female artist's vision was seen. Blue Gallery proudly boasts over 60% female representation and growing!

Our current exhibition features all women including: Melissa McCracken, Peregrine Honig, Lisa Lala, Emily Johnson and Amy Abshier. Please be sure to stop in and see this stunning collection of works!

#internationalwomensday #bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #peregrinehonig #lisalala #emilyjohnson #amyabshier #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife

Happy International Women’s Day to our founder, owner/director Kelly Kuhn and to all of our amazing female artists, designers, collectors, fans, followers and beyond. Your strength, talent, power and magic are an inspiration to us!

Blue Gallery was opened with the intention of making sure the female artist`s vision was seen. Blue Gallery proudly boasts over 60% female representation and growing!

Our current exhibition features all women including: Melissa McCracken, Peregrine Honig, Lisa Lala, Emily Johnson and Amy Abshier. Please be sure to stop in and see this stunning collection of works!

#internationalwomensday #bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #peregrinehonig #lisalala #emilyjohnson #amyabshier #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife ...

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Mar 2

Opens tonight!⁠
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Melissa McCracken | SOUND + VISION | solo exhibition⁠
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Opening Reception, Thurs. Mar. 2, 6-8pm (artist’s talk 7pm)⁠
First Friday, Mar. 3, 11-7pm⁠
exhibition runs through Apr 1, 2023⁠
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Melissa McCracken "Moonlight" oil on canvas 36” x 36”⁠
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#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #contemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapaintings ⁠#gallerylife ⁠

Opens tonight!⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
Melissa McCracken | SOUND + VISION | solo exhibition⁠
⁠
Opening Reception, Thurs. Mar. 2, 6-8pm (artist’s talk 7pm)⁠
First Friday, Mar. 3, 11-7pm⁠
exhibition runs through Apr 1, 2023⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
Melissa McCracken "Moonlight" oil on canvas 36” x 36”⁠
⁠
⁠
#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #contemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapaintings ⁠#gallerylife ⁠ ...

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Mar 1

Melissa McCracken putting the finishing touches on her paintings before opening night! Hope to see you then!

Melissa McCracken | SOUND +VISION | solo exhibition

Opening Reception +Artist’s Talk, Thurs. Mar. 2, 6-8pm (Artist’s Talk 7pm)

#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #comtemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapainting #gallerylife

Melissa McCracken putting the finishing touches on her paintings before opening night! Hope to see you then!

Melissa McCracken | SOUND +VISION | solo exhibition

Opening Reception +Artist’s Talk, Thurs. Mar. 2, 6-8pm (Artist’s Talk 7pm)

#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #comtemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapainting #gallerylife ...

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Feb 25

Mark your calendars and save the date!!!!⁠
Blue Gallery is thrilled to announce...⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
Melissa McCracken | SOUND + VISION | solo exhibition⁠
⁠
Opening Reception, Thurs. Mar. 2, 6-8pm (artist’s talk 7pm)⁠
First Friday, Mar. 3, 11-7pm⁠
exhibition runs through Apr 1, 2023⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
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Melissa McCracken "Singing for Tomorrow" oil on canvas 48” x 48”⁠
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#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #contemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapaintings ⁠#gallerylife ⁠
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Mark your calendars and save the date!!!!⁠
Blue Gallery is thrilled to announce...⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
Melissa McCracken | SOUND + VISION | solo exhibition⁠
⁠
Opening Reception, Thurs. Mar. 2, 6-8pm (artist’s talk 7pm)⁠
First Friday, Mar. 3, 11-7pm⁠
exhibition runs through Apr 1, 2023⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
Melissa McCracken "Singing for Tomorrow" oil on canvas 48” x 48”⁠
⁠
⁠
#bluegallerykc #melissamccracken #soundandvisionsoloexhibition #crossroadsartsdistrict #soloexhibition #contemporaryart #contemporarypainting #artgallery #oiloncanvas #synesthesiapaintings ⁠#gallerylife ⁠
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Feb 23

Nothing but good vibes here. @john0chs (John Ochs) new pigmented shellac on paper paintings making our day.

#bluegallerykc #crossroadsartsdistrict #johnochs
#artgallery #art #worksonpaper #contemporaryart
#contemporarypainting #instagood #love #gallerylife #livingwithart #beautiful

Nothing but good vibes here. @john0chs (John Ochs) new pigmented shellac on paper paintings making our day.

#bluegallerykc #crossroadsartsdistrict #johnochs
#artgallery #art #worksonpaper #contemporaryart
#contemporarypainting #instagood #love #gallerylife #livingwithart #beautiful ...

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Feb 20

Do you know what your home is missing? A stunning work of art from @bluegallerykc.

#art #artcollector #artwork #artgallery #love #beauty #creative #instagood #unique #firstfridayskc #supportlocalartists #like #share #interiordesign #interiorstyling

Do you know what your home is missing? A stunning work of art from @bluegallerykc.

#art #artcollector #artwork #artgallery #love #beauty #creative #instagood #unique #firstfridayskc #supportlocalartists #like #share #interiordesign #interiorstyling ...

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Feb 18

New Arrival!⁠
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"There’s something about the sky: something that prompts the spirit to soar especially during those magical moments when the sun retreats; it’s work complete."⁠
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Rich Bowman "Along the Lake" oil on canvas 15.5x20" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #richbowman #landscape #landscapepainting #contemporarylandscape #oilpainting #contemporaryart #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠

New Arrival!⁠
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⁠
"There’s something about the sky: something that prompts the spirit to soar especially during those magical moments when the sun retreats; it’s work complete."⁠
⁠
⁠
Rich Bowman "Along the Lake" oil on canvas 15.5x20" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #richbowman #landscape #landscapepainting #contemporarylandscape #oilpainting #contemporaryart #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠ ...

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Feb 17

Wow, 💚!⁠
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William Rainey E I E I O a/c (sold 🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife #livingwithart #selfexpression ⁠

Wow, 💚!⁠
⁠
⁠
William Rainey E I E I O a/c (sold 🔴)⁠
⁠
⁠
#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife #livingwithart #selfexpression ⁠ ...

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Feb 16

New to the gallery, Peregrine Honig "Hammock Series" from the artist's private collection!⁠
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Peregrine Honig (l-r)⁠
"Fahreen" watercolor on paper 32.5x32.5" fr.⁠
"Isabel Floating" watercolor on paper 26.25x32.5" fr.⁠
"Megan Vining Floating" watercolor on paper 32.5x32.5" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #peregrinehonig #figurativeart #contemporaryfigurativepainting #contemporaryart #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠

New to the gallery, Peregrine Honig "Hammock Series" from the artist`s private collection!⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
Peregrine Honig (l-r)⁠
"Fahreen" watercolor on paper 32.5x32.5" fr.⁠
"Isabel Floating" watercolor on paper 26.25x32.5" fr.⁠
"Megan Vining Floating" watercolor on paper 32.5x32.5" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #peregrinehonig #figurativeart #contemporaryfigurativepainting #contemporaryart #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠ ...

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Feb 15

Happy Valentine's Day!❤️⁠
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"Being away from someone you love for extended periods is a hardship many people know. There’s an ache that goes with it that never seems to dull.⁠
Every year for Valentine’s Day I do a special photo. I thought this year might be an exception if I wanted to shoot outside, and I pref er shooting outside. Just in time, the temperatures got a little more tolerable and I ran home and packed a few things and headed out to wait for sunset. There are a few things I don’t like about this photo, things I couldn’t fix in post because it was errors during the shoot... and I hesitated to even upload it. But indeed, I worked hard on it. Not everything will be perfect, and I guess I need to remember that more. Still, this is what I’ve had in my mind and hopefully everything comes with a lesson."⁠
-Brooke Golightly⁠
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Brooke Golightly "Love's Victorious Return" limited edition photograph and resin on panel⁠
10” x 10” ed. 7⁠
20” x 20” ed. 7⁠
24" x 24" ed. 7⁠
30” x 30” ed. 4⁠
36” x 36” ed. 4⁠
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#bluegallerykc #brookegolightly #contemporaryphotography #conceptualphotography #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠

Happy Valentine`s Day!❤️⁠
⁠
⁠
"Being away from someone you love for extended periods is a hardship many people know. There’s an ache that goes with it that never seems to dull.⁠
Every year for Valentine’s Day I do a special photo. I thought this year might be an exception if I wanted to shoot outside, and I pref er shooting outside. Just in time, the temperatures got a little more tolerable and I ran home and packed a few things and headed out to wait for sunset. There are a few things I don’t like about this photo, things I couldn’t fix in post because it was errors during the shoot... and I hesitated to even upload it. But indeed, I worked hard on it. Not everything will be perfect, and I guess I need to remember that more. Still, this is what I’ve had in my mind and hopefully everything comes with a lesson."⁠
-Brooke Golightly⁠
⁠
⁠
Brooke Golightly "Love`s Victorious Return" limited edition photograph and resin on panel⁠
10” x 10” ed. 7⁠
20” x 20” ed. 7⁠
24" x 24" ed. 7⁠
30” x 30” ed. 4⁠
36” x 36” ed. 4⁠
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#bluegallerykc #brookegolightly #contemporaryphotography #conceptualphotography #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠ ...

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Feb 14

So many of our favorite works currently on exhibit!⁠
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(l-r)⁠
James Leonard, Amy Abshier, Lisa Lala and KOLLABS⁠
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#jamesleonard #amyabshier #lisalala #kollabskollabs #bluegallerykc #crossroadsartsdistrict #livingwithart #gallerylife

So many of our favorite works currently on exhibit!⁠
⁠
⁠
(l-r)⁠
James Leonard, Amy Abshier, Lisa Lala and KOLLABS⁠
⁠
⁠
#jamesleonard #amyabshier #lisalala #kollabskollabs #bluegallerykc #crossroadsartsdistrict #livingwithart #gallerylife ...

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Feb 11

These fabulous collectors are already getting raves about their new William Rainey painting! We agree, it's amazing!!!⁠
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William Rainey "False Idols" (sold🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife #livingwithart #selfexpression ⁠

These fabulous collectors are already getting raves about their new William Rainey painting! We agree, it`s amazing!!!⁠
⁠
⁠
William Rainey "False Idols" (sold🔴)⁠
⁠
⁠
#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife #livingwithart #selfexpression ⁠ ...

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Feb 4

Our new exhibition is a visual feast! New John Ochs pigmented shellac on paper paintings. Hope to see you soon!⁠
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#bluegallerykc #johnochs #mixedmediaonpaper #kansascitycrossroads #crossroadsartsdistrict #februaryexhibition

Our new exhibition is a visual feast! New John Ochs pigmented shellac on paper paintings. Hope to see you soon!⁠
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#bluegallerykc #johnochs #mixedmediaonpaper #kansascitycrossroads #crossroadsartsdistrict #februaryexhibition ...

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Dec 25

So much gratitude for the amazing people who help us make magic all year round. All this client wanted for Christmas was a painting that spoke to his love of wine, thank you @lisa_noonis. This spot has VERY shallow clearance between the oven door and wall, thank you @dolphinframes for the beautiful silver-leafed frame at the perfect depth. And finally, thank you @ansontheornery for being available to expertly install this beauty on a porcelain tile wall. All of it done just in time for the holidays!⁠
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painting: Lisa Noonis "Table of Plenty" (sold🔴)⁠
frame: Dolphin Frames⁠
installation Anson DeOrnery Fine Art Services⁠
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#bluegallerykc #lisanoonis #dolphinframes #ansontheornery #livingwithart #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporaryart #fortheloveofart #supportsmallbusiness⁠
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So much gratitude for the amazing people who help us make magic all year round. All this client wanted for Christmas was a painting that spoke to his love of wine, thank you @lisa_noonis. This spot has VERY shallow clearance between the oven door and wall, thank you @dolphinframes for the beautiful silver-leafed frame at the perfect depth. And finally, thank you @ansontheornery for being available to expertly install this beauty on a porcelain tile wall. All of it done just in time for the holidays!⁠
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painting: Lisa Noonis "Table of Plenty" (sold🔴)⁠
frame: Dolphin Frames⁠
installation Anson DeOrnery Fine Art Services⁠
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#bluegallerykc #lisanoonis #dolphinframes #ansontheornery #livingwithart #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporaryart #fortheloveofart #supportsmallbusiness⁠
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Dec 24

Lisa Noonis "Time After Time" mixed media on paper mounted to panel 22.5x25" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #lisanoonis #stilllife #figurativeart #figurativepainting #contemporaryart #gallerylife #curator #mixedmediapainting #fineart #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠

Lisa Noonis "Time After Time" mixed media on paper mounted to panel 22.5x25" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #lisanoonis #stilllife #figurativeart #figurativepainting #contemporaryart #gallerylife #curator #mixedmediapainting #fineart #crossroadsartsdistrict⁠ ...

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Dec 23

It's the absolute best when our collectors surprise text us photos of the paintings they collected from Blue Gallery. This is stunning!!!⁠

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Rich Bowman "Grateful Ease" o/c (sold🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #richbowman #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporaryart #contemporarylandscape #crossroadsartsdistrict #artlife #landscapepainting #skyscape #landscape #interiordesign⁠
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It`s the absolute best when our collectors surprise text us photos of the paintings they collected from Blue Gallery. This is stunning!!!⁠

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⁠
Rich Bowman "Grateful Ease" o/c (sold🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #richbowman #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporaryart #contemporarylandscape #crossroadsartsdistrict #artlife #landscapepainting #skyscape #landscape #interiordesign⁠
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Dec 22

Gallery view...⁠
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William Rainey (l-r)⁠
"Making Adjustments" a/c 42x38" fr.⁠
"The View Up" a/c 38x32" fr.⁠
"Untitled - White I", "Untitled - White II", '"Untitled - White III" a/p 23.5x19.5" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #soloexhibition #abstractpaintings #abstractart #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife⁠

Gallery view...⁠
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William Rainey (l-r)⁠
"Making Adjustments" a/c 42x38" fr.⁠
"The View Up" a/c 38x32" fr.⁠
"Untitled - White I", "Untitled - White II", `"Untitled - White III" a/p 23.5x19.5" fr.⁠
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#bluegallerykc #williamrainey #soloexhibition #abstractpaintings #abstractart #contemporarypainting #acryliconcanvas #crossroadsartsdistrict #gallerylife⁠ ...

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Dec 21

Room with a view...⁠
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Rich Bowman "English Landing" o/c (sold 🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #richbowman #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporaryart #contemporarylandscape #crossroadsartsdistrict #artlife #landscapepainting #skyscape #landscape #interiordesign⁠

Room with a view...⁠
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Rich Bowman "English Landing" o/c (sold 🔴)⁠
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#bluegallerykc #richbowman #bluegallerykcprivateartcollections #contemporaryart #contemporarylandscape #crossroadsartsdistrict #artlife #landscapepainting #skyscape #landscape #interiordesign⁠ ...

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