file:///Users/margaretelliott/Downloads/pinterest-13c6f.html M.Elliott: 2010

30 December 2010

closing thoughts~

DECEMBER 30TH,
the year is closing, but the next is about to begin.
a "good-bye" to the year is necessary so that we can say
"hello and welcome" to what's next to come!

growing up in the SOUTH, it has always been tradition in my family
to acknowledge the beginning of a new year with celebration and
anticipation of LUCK and prosperity by eating greens and
black-eyed-peas, and of course, somewhere between the
celebrationand feasting there is mention of setting resolutions
for the new year. . . though in actuality, the setting of
resolutions and implementing those resolutions is decidedly
ignored.
(*this year will be different.)

so, what is a resolution and how did it become tradition
to make resolutions for the new year anyhow? . . . according to
Merriam-Webster, resolution is defined as
"a formal expression of opinion agreed upon;
a firm decision to do or not to do something"
the tradition of making resolutions for the new year apparently
started with the Babylonians, who needed
a reason and means for borrowed farm equipment to be
returned for the sowing and harvesting of the new year's crop.
they also believed that the new year was a chance to start over
and change bad habits. beliefs that many of us embrace today.
but how do we set goals that aren't too lofty
that we fail before we even start, or goals that are too easy
that we don't leave room for real change or growth to occur?
i think the best resolutions start with sincere enthusiasm and a little grit!


19 December 2010

Merry Christmas-


Merry Christmas
and
blessing of jOy, PEACE,
and health in the New Year!
~Margaret

12 November 2010

Fine Art in Brentwood~

Come to the 15th Annual
Fine Art in Brentwood
Show & Sale
( "Barn and Haybales", acrylic on canvas)

Friday, Dec. 3, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Saturday, Dec. 4, 10:am to 6:00pm
Sunday, Dec. 5, 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Brentwood Academy
219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood, TN
*30% of each sale is tax deductible. No sales tax charged.

**more information about participating artists and show details can be found


23 October 2010

Grand Opening -

(Red Picasso Chair, acyrlic on canvas)

i recently blogged about a new gallery to open in Norton Commons
. . . well it is now open for business!!!
the grand opening was "infused with the eNerGy and peRsonAlity of owner Ann Cross" and showcased M.ELLIOTT artwork along with other Southern regional art, sculpture, and textiles.
Read what Shari Baugham from THE VOICE-TRIBUNE
had to say in her article -
about the uncommonly good time had at the grand opening!


06 October 2010

ART & Simon Ripley's-

M.Elliott paintings
now available at
Simon Ripley's Music & Art


"We believe we have a music store unlike any in Nashville; for that matter, anywhere around. Simon Ripley's is a serious musical instrument store that is also serious about aRT. Come see our gallery, where some of Nashville's most respected artists have selected our store to present their labors of love."

Simon Ripley's
music & Art
(615) 457-1063
1305 8TH AVENUE SOUTH
NASHVILLE, TN 37203


***visit Simon Ripley's on the web! for a list of events and opening receptions

05 October 2010

view from the show~

snaPshots from the aRt sHow this past weekend
. . . what a bLaSt!
if you missed this show, hope you can make it to my
NEXT and UP!coming sHow in nAshVille
december 3rd, 4th, 5th

30 September 2010

preview night~


. . . . don't miss Christ the King Art Show
Preview party Friday, Oct. 1st, 6PM - 9PM
meet the artists and enjoy refreshments!!


(Red Lacquer, acrylic on canvas, 30"x40")
above is an image of just one of the many new paintings
that i will have available at the CHRIST THE KING ART SHOW!

10 September 2010

Christ the King Art Show & Sale -

Join me at this year's
Belmont Community Celebration of Art Show and Sale
to be held at Christ the King School

Show Schedule:

Preview Party:

Friday, October 1, 2010 - 6-9PM ($10 per person admission)


General Admission:

Saturday, October 2, 2010 - 11AM - 7PM & Sunday, October 3, 2010, 9:30AM - 3PM

Location:

Christ the King Community Center, 3001 Belmont Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee


Be sure to check out Christ the King Art Show and Sale

blog, website, and facebook pages for all the inside scoop~

show blog, click here!
show webpage, click here!
show facebook page, click here!

08 September 2010

new works in "hot-LANTA!"


images of new works now available at
- LAGERQUIST GALLERY -
atlanta, ga

(*to see more, please visit the gallery page on my website ! )

27 August 2010

New Representation!

nestled in the town center of Norton Commons
among boutiques, eateries, and even a specialty cupcake shop, you will find . . .


the UNCOMMON ART SHOP
~
as the name sugge
sts, there is nothing
common about this gallery or owner Ann Cross - what an intriguing and vibrant woman! i had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with her touring the neighborhood via golf-cart, the preferred means of travel in this community, as well as a tour of Ann's own home and private collection of artwork which includes a fascinating marble collection.


in it's final stages of completion, the gallery plans to open it's doors mid-September. the high contrast between the dark stained concrete floors andthe brilliant white lofty walls suggests sophistication and serious art viewing; but, Ann hopes to create a casual viewing environment by providing a beverage bar and furniture in the back for lingering and mingling!
(***stay up to date on gallery news and events by connecting with the UNCOMMON ART SHOP on Facebook by clicking here!)

Getting ready for fall shows~


more info about upcoming fall shows to come!!
(Roses & Wallpaper, 30"x30")

09 August 2010

lazy days of summer...

august is here, the days are HOT!!, and summer is fading . . .
(along with everything green)

so, enjoy one last weekend getaway cooling off in the lake
at Pickwick Landing State Park, while you are there
drop in see some of my artwork on display at the charming
LakeHOUSE Gallery*

(*you can also find the LakeHOUSE Gallery advertised in Nashville published AT HOME magainzine)

26 July 2010

more from the Orpheum Theater-

thought i would share a clip from
the ORPHEUM THEATRE'S 15th annual art auction -
an evening with enthusiastic art collectors and
a lot of wonderful local artwork!

10 July 2010

M.Elliott artwork at the Orpheum Theater-


Memphis has more to offer than just great bar-B-que....if you haven't yet seen a broadway musical at the Orpheum Theater here is an opportunity to visit the beatiful historic theater and bid on some fantastic ART for a good cause!

The 2010 Orpheum Art Auction benefits the Memphis community by partnering with local artists to promote the Arts and support arts education in the Mid-South. A portion of all sales is allocated to the Orpheum’s two student art programs and the Theatre’s ongoing restoration.

Art Auction to be held at the
Orpheum Theatre
Sunday, July 18th
Begining with a silent auction and live auction preview at 3 pm, followed by
the live auction begining at 4 pm.

Artists who have submitted pieces to be auctioned at this year's event include:

Helen Argo, John Armistead, Leigh Ann Battles, Betsy Bird, Kate Bradley, Wanda Burrow, Kara Chandler, Kay Coop, Angi Cooper, Bridget Cornelius, Art Covington, Johnnie Marie Deinston, Calvin Farav, Judy Ferguson, Emery, Franklin, Elizabeth Gaia, David Glover, Angela Goza ,Pat Halloran, Helen Sruki Ingoglia, Janice Kennedy, Rollin, Kocsis, Nancy Kurtz, Connie Lampin, Elizabeth Lancaster, Mary Lawrence, Margaret Elliott Leeper, David Lynch, Mike Maness, Katie Mason, Allison Mayhan, Erin Moss, Janice Nabors Raiteri, Kay Robinson, Valerie, Roseoblatto, Bridget Russell, Holly Scarlett, Donna Shankman, Winnie Shields, Artiek Smith, Garnett Smith, Cindy, Ware, Megan Whittier, Andrew Withers, Edgin Wright, Shawn Young

09 June 2010

music is in the air ~


"ahhhhhh", summer weather is here!
and in NASHVILLE that means,
outdoor concerts . . .and of course the CMA FEST!

15 April 2010

the Harding Art Show ~


I am so eXcited
to be participating in this year's prestigious
HARDING ART SHOW!
Come visit me during this 3day show
and see my NEW work!!
-M.Elliott-
www.MargaretElliottArt.com
*For more information about the show click HERE!

06 April 2010

"molly" the cow-



working in the studio this week on a
few painting studies of "molly" the cow
(Siesmore Farm, Nashville TN)

21 March 2010

Artistree 2010!



please join me!

saturday, april 3rd
6pm-9pm

along with other local NASHVILLE artists for
a one night show benefiting the
TOMORROW FUND of Nashivlle
(part of the First Saturday Art Crawl)


Sherlock's Book Emporium
235 Fifth Avenue North, Nashville, TN
For more information, click here!

26 February 2010

Thursday, March 11, 2010
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
W.O. Smith Music School

the bIRDhOUSE tHING
for more information click here!
to bid online click here!
(*photos of my birdhouse to be auctioned)

ft. lauderdale studio~



above is a look at my "temporary studio" in fT. lauderdale, fL
i have become quite proficient at packing paint supplies and getting it through airport security; if only i could figure out how to keep my luggage from becoming the target of another traveler's exploding CHERRY cough syrup . . .

10 February 2010

art showing!

artwork on display
February 21st - 27th


Leu Center for the Visual Arts, Gallery 121
Belmont University
Nashville, TN
Gallery Hours: Mon - Thur 8am-8pm,
Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm

For more information on this exhibit, click here!
For photos of exhibit, click here!

02 February 2010

'lobster tango'



sand, sun, . . . and paint!
i had the wonderful experience of painting with the sun on my back,
while visiting the INCREDIBLE island of ST. MARTIN.
the salt air inspired 7 new paintings
including the above pair of lobsters.

15 January 2010

"Art from Anywhere"
2nd Annual Belmont University Alumni Art Exhibit
Monday, February 22 - Saturday, February 27.
The exhibit will feature the work of Margaret Elliott, '05 our anchor artist this year.
In addition, works will be featured by other Belmont alumni.
The exhibit will be in the Leu Center of the Visual Arts, Gallery 121.

Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 AM - 8 PM
Friday 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM

09 January 2010

Happy New Year!


Happy New Year!
To all who didn't know, this year was ushered in with a blue moon. Yep, if you missed it, you won't see another blue moon coincide with New Year's Eve again until the year 2028 ( at that time there will actually be a total lunar eclipse); hence, the phrase "once in a blue moon." So this year, challenge yourself to do that something, anything that you thought you would only do once in a blue moon . . .