Open Studio March 21-23, 2014

It's that time again. I will be opening my studio to the public for 3 days over the weekend of March 21st (see hours below).

HOURS:
Friday, March 21st: 6-9 p.m.
Saturday, March 22nd: 12-3 p.m.
Sunday, March 23rd: 12-3 p.m.

LOCATION:
Pamela Staker Studio
1830 South Canalport Avenue (East Pilsen)
Chicago, IL 60616

CONTACT:
312.925.0989 cell
pamela@pamelastaker.com

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Commissioning a Painting - It's Easier Than You Think!

Are you looking for a dynamic, abstract painting to finish or refresh your space? I make the process of commissioning an artwork a painless and even enjoyable experience through understanding and being responsive to time constraints and working in close collaboration with my clients. Below are just a few examples of recently completed projects:



Installation view of "Abstract Landscape (ocean no.1)" Oil on canvas, 72 x 72"

I was commissioned to do this large-scale abstract for a private collector's family room. As you can see, they needed something big and dynamic to activate the space. To start the project, I completed 4 works on paper to serve as study references for the larger painting. My client selected the work below and asked for a few revisions before I continued on to the final painting. The whole process took approximately 6 weeks.



"Abstract Landscape (oceans 1)" Study painting on paper for large-scale commission



For this commission, my client wanted a piece that referenced the abstract painting below. I revised the work and expanded the composition to create a horizontally oriented artwork perfectly scaled for the space. As an abstract painter with a focus on color, structure and shape - I welcome the opportunity to do these variations, they dovetail perfectly with my painting practice.

"Dark Landscape" Variable edition painting

 View more variations on a theme.

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Talbott Hotel Chicago

Scarf no.2 (2013) Oil on canvas, 60 x 40"

I recently had the good fortune of placing 2 artworks in the newly renovated Talbott Hotel in Chicago. Many thanks to the wonderful art consultant Daniel Kinkade for making this possible. 



Twirl, Variation 2 (2014) Digital print and oil on canvas, 50 x 50"



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New Small Works

Abstract Interior 41

2013

Mixed media collage on paper 

(acrylic, decorative paper, graphite, duct tape, foam core)

12 x 9"

$250 unframed / $325 framed

NEW in the Small Works Shop: vibrant & fresh

I really love making these experimental mixed media works on paper and I think it shows.

They are fun, fast, exuberant little works.

I am consistently interested in their bright, expressive natures mixed with intense bursts of color

– full of life.

Abstract Interior 39

2013

Mixed media collage on paper 

(Acrylic, lokta paper, decorative paper, foam core, duct tape)

12 x 9"

$250 unframed / $325 framed

Abstract Interior 40

2013

Mixed media collage on paper 

(acrylic, ink, charcoal, oil pastel lokta paper, foam core, duct tape)

14 x 11"

$350 unframed / $450 framed

Interior / Exterior (floating)

2013

Mixed media collage on paper 

(acrylic, ink, graphite, charcoal, lokta paper, duct tape, artists tape)

14 x 11"

$350 unframed / $450 framed

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Inside the Studio

I was recently  featured on Saatchi Online's Inside the Studio spot - check out my interview below:

Favorite material to work with?
I am a materials junky. I love to mix anything and everything that interests me onto canvas or paper. Most of what I do would fall under the category of “mixed media” yet I find that description by itself insufficient. In the media section I list everything that actually goes into each piece. I like the transparency of having that information available in case it’s of interest to young artists and clients. Sometimes the description is as simple as oil & collage on canvas. For the works on paper, however, I usually have a laundry list of conventional and unconventional materials such as acrylic, graphite, charcoal, duct tape, vinyl wall covering material,  foam core, decorative paper, etc… The only guideline I have when mixing materials is that they be as archival as possible. Experimentation is an important part of the work but I also want my art to hold together over time, so I prioritize using high quality materials.

Read the entire interview here.

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Urban Landscape II

One of my goals in terms of painting is to infuse these works with the same energy, pop and effortlessness that my works on paper embody. It's frustratingly difficult to achieve when switching from paper to canvas. With this work, I think I am getting closer...

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Fountain Chicago UPDATE

My booth is mostly works on paper and then filled in with some paintings. Seeing the connections between the individual pieces is exciting - I usually work back and forth between mixed media collage on paper and oil painting with both disciplines weaving their way in and out of each other. I think my next show will be titled "Collage Informs Paint Informs Collage". Seeing everything installed makes me want to push the work further in this direction.

LOCATION
Fountain Art Fair
Mana Contemporary
2233 S. Throop St, Chicago, IL
Shuttle service between EXPO Chicago and Fountain will be available. There is also ample parking available.

HOURS
Friday, September 20
12 – 7pm: VIP/Press Preview
7pm – Midnight: Opening Night Reception

Saturday, September 21
12 – 9pm: Open to the public
9pm – Midnight: Adult. to perform

Sunday, September 22
12 – 5pm: Open to the public

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