It's Been A HOT Minute!
Hello Friends! Let’s reconnect and share in our love of art and new creations.
Hello, dear friends! It’s been a few years since my last newsletter, and I can hardly believe how time flies! I’ve truly missed the opportunity to share all the stories about new creations, successes, and progress with you.
I’m thrilled to share some of the new creations that have emerged during this time! From landscape painting to abstraction, there is always a new challenge waiting for me to explore and conquer. It’s been a journey of growth, and I can’t wait for you to see what’s next!
Your support has always meant the world to me, and I’m eager to reconnect and hear about your journey as well! If you find yourself in Salt Lake City, please reach out to schedule a private time to see new works.
You are warmly invited to visit my personal Downington Gallery, as well as the ONE Modern Art Gallery that I share with the talented John Bell. It would be wonderful to share this experience with you!
Let’s catch up and celebrate the beauty of art together!
Warm regards,
Janell James
“Passing Glance”, 24” x 24” Mixed Media on Panel
“Dream About Flying”, 24” x 24” Mixed Media on Panel
“Dreamsickle”, 24” x 24” Mixed Media on Panel
“Kimono”, 44” x 40” Mixed Media on Canvas
“Flying Dog”, 20” x 16 Mixed Media on Panel
“Road To Was”, 24” x 24” Mixed Media on Panel
“Banking on a Myth”, 24” x 24” Mixed Media on Panel (Collected)
"Ain't No Wallflower" Sculptural Paintings
Introducing a new body of work, moving towards wall sculptures with the “Ain’t No Wallflower” Collection, limited edition of 29 in the series.
Private showing of these new works and more available by appointment.
The first nine have found a home with a collector in New York and will add color to their residence in Miami, Florida.
Private Collection, 1 to 9 “Ain’t No Wallflower”
15 - 29 “Ain’t No Wallflower” are Available
15 - 29 “Ain’t No Wallflower” are Available
15 - 29 “Ain’t No Wallflower” are Available
15 BYTES Publication and Exhibition
Get there while there is still time! It is worth a visit to see the exhibition of Tree Stories: A Breath of Fresh Air, Utah Cultural Celebration Center, West Valley City, Mar. 10 – Apr. 27. See work by Utah artists one of these coming spring days. Don’t delay!
Enjoy a read of the review below including a nod to my work “Where The See Used To Be” along with other nice mentions of participating artists’ work.
UCCC’s Tree Exhibit Has Deep Roots and Fruitful Branches By Geoff Wichert
“Where The Sea Used To Be”, 16” x 16” Acrylic on multi-layers of acrylic glass
Wishing you all a Happy Spring!
Janell
Mayor Erin Mendenhall's 1,000 Trees Initiative
As a part of showing our support to Salt Lake City’s Mayor Erin Mendenhall, for her 1,000 Trees Per Year Initiative, I was honored to present “Pave Paradise”, Mixed Media, Etching and Painting.
A little more than two years ago marks the Inauguration Ceremony for Salt Lake City’s Mayor Erin Mendenall where she professed her vision for not only a “better” city but a “thriving” city. Volunteers who helped to organize the celebration that evening also coordinated a fundraiser for Mayor Mendenhall’s 1,000 Trees Initiative including art from Utah artists, Karen Horne, Josh Scheureman, Bill Lewis and myself. Josh and Bill created wall murals beautifying our city, while Karen Horne and I had the honor of presenting the Mayor with our tree paintings in acknowledgement of a community coming together in support of our Mayor’s vision.
2022 marks the second year and the next 1,000 trees Mayor Erin Mendenhall is committed to planting on Salt Lake City’s West Side, partnering with the coordinated efforts of Tree Utah and their volunteers, helping make it all possible.
“Planting 1,000 extra trees in our city every year on our west side is one way we’re working to address environmental justice, air quality, livability and so many other inequities we find between the east and west side. It’s also a beautiful way to build community, not unlike art.”
Mayor Erin Mendenhall, Janell James, and Crystal Young
Crystal Young, Executive Director of the Utah Cultural Alliance, is an active volunteer with a huge love for the arts. Crystal, along with other volunteers, coordinated the 1,000 Trees Initiative Fundraiser including Utah Artists. Many thanks to Crystal for the honor to be a part of something so important!
Mayor Erin Mendenhall, Janell James
”Pave Paradise”, my painting after the refrain from Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi, is an interactive etching and painting of a tree with a target as a focal point. With a sharp spotlight or light from a handheld device, the image of the tree is projected onto the target and stretches along the wall behind. The tree and target equally vie for attention.
“Involving artists in this project is a testament to the love Salt Lake City has for the arts.”
Janell James, Mayor Erin Mendenhall, Karen Horne
Limited Edition Prints on German Rag Paper
Recently, I have been making a few limited edition prints on German rag paper. They are renditions of paintings I have created and subjects I have collected over the years.
“Sundance” is the first release of 2022. Aspen groves line the streets of the canyon near Sundance Resort here in Utah, and I enjoy giving them a contemporary twist. The way this image looks is often how I feel when walking through the forest. Trees, bushes, sounds, smells, wind, and sun all meld nicely together, like a hearty stew that has been cooking on the burner all day, nourishing body and soul. I hope you enjoy!
“Sundance” 11” x 17” on hand torn German rag paper. 6/6 Available, $400.
To see more available limited edition prints, please visit my website.
Here’s wishing you a Happy 2022 filled with health, friendship, joy and love!
“I combine traditional and modern art styles, merging old-world traditions with contemporary techniques for endless possibilities.”
– Janell James