Once again Anne is among the illustrious artists showing at the Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach. The fact is she didn’t even need to apply this year as she was invited back at the end of the season last year. Opening July fourth weekend, the festival continues through the end of August. Her booth is bedecked with some of her latest work, set off by that Pinot Noir red and, of course, enhanced by her warm smile and engaging presence. But then I’ve long been a fan.
Anne at her booth, set for the summer
Again this year, not only are festival visitors arrested by the art, a good number are signing up for the informal classes she teaches in her studio. Not that students come away with work quite to the level of her 15 years of exploration in the medium, but they can hope. And they do always come away with something.
Balancing Act, monotype, 11×11
In a sense every artist’s signature should be all through the artwork, it being the individual flourish of his or her own style. It’s certainly so in Anne’s work; but in addition, there’s often an element of her actual handwriting right in the piece as well. Sometimes there’s a “message,” most often it’s just another design element, something to engage, to wonder about. It doesn’t hurt that she has a very graceful hand when it comes to writing.
Beneath the Surface, monotype, 14×13
As always, these pieces need to be seen in person to be fully appreciated. We’re grateful for this electronic medium, but nothing takes the place of experiencing them up close and at full size. As much as anything they’re studies in layers, often as not with found objects making up the inked plates, yet with a natural sense of design and just enough “fussing” to evidence there was a master craftsman behind all this indeed.
Forensic Allusions, monotype, 14.5×18
The pieces shown in this e-gallery are some of those featured in the show. That is, at least for now. Any of them can find new homes at any time, which of course is what it’s all about. Well, not all about. There are many reasons for making and showing art. Put an h and an e in front of that word and you’ll have another big reason. Then there’s the camaraderie with other like-minded people and meeting new friends along the way. That’s the public part of the work, after the pieces themselves are developed while alone in the solace of the studio. “Solace,” there’s a good name for a print. See below.
Contrary to the Evidence, monotype, 20×11
But first, check out “Contrary to the Evidence.” It’s right there behind Anne’s shoulder in the picture at the top. At the edge of the picture is the match for the print, that one entitled, “Evidence to the Contrary.” These titles are part of the fun, and part of the engagement. The engagement being preliminary to a marriage. (That’s a sale.)
Bakke Graduate University printed materials
Here’s another use for art. Once again Bakke Graduate University in Seattle has approached Anne for permission to use her work in their printed materials. Shown is the front and back cover for an introduction to the school, produced a year ago. Placed on top of that is this year’s commencement program. As you can see, the art is a great addition to their image. What you can’t see is all the other places these pieces are used inside the materials. All very beautiful.
Solace, monotype, 11×11
Finally, here’s Solace, the title mentioned above, and the piece used this year by Bakke Graduate University. We should add here that Bakke is a school that attracts students from around the world. You can see how they would be attracted to some of Anne’s internationalized pieces.
Moore and Moore Art home page
Here’s a new website home page that connects Anne’s and my sites. “Moore and Moore Art” is a business name we’ve had for some years. We use it sometimes. Actually, we’re usually too busy making the art to try to figure out how to market it. But that is part of the game. While “starving artist” holds something of a romantic ring, it’s never been our long term goal. So, in an effort to become a little more visible, we’ve created the Moore and Moore Art website. It’s only one page deep. The introductory material is there, with offer of a brochure, with mention of the kind of clients we serve, and then with links to the individual sites. Try it and see how it works. Better yet, send it to a friend.
CURRENT SHOWS
Festival of the Arts
650 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, California
Through August 31, 2009
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m
(Anne is normally on site Thursday evening, Sundays and Mondays)
Gallery on Glassell, “Moods of Summer”
Including new works by Hyatt Moore
Opening ths coming Saturday, July 18, 7-9 pm, through August 20
115 N. Glassell
Orange, California 92866
(714) 744-9844
FUTURE SHOWS
Mark your calendar for the
Summer Studio Show
at the Hyatt and Anne Moore abode in Dana Point
August 15-16
Watch next e-gallery for more info.
4:09 pm
Anne your work is wonderful. It’s uplifting in spirit. I can’t wait to visit the Festival of Arts. Carol
4:16 pm
Anne, I love the colours and the mystery of these pieces. It’s fun to search for clues, even though there aren’t literal meanings to the writing. Plant lover that I am, the vines appeal to me too. Complex and exotic…I would love to stand in front of these and study them in person.
5:09 pm
Anne,
I can’t wait to see it close up. From here (on screen) it looks wonderful. I’ll see you after Art Santa Fe.
5:27 pm
Moore & Moore!!! I love your works of art! Ann, your prints are lovely! :0) You are both mentoring me, whether you know it or not. God bless you as you bless Him!
Love,
Donna
7:44 pm
I always appreciate your newsletters and seeing what you both are up to. Look forward to seeing you at the festival, Anne. Your prints are heartwarming!
3:04 am
Anne and Hyatt,
Enjoy your art when it comes to my computer. Sorry that we didn’t get to your folks 70th anniversary but we are busy and CA is SO busy. We have gotten used to Dayton, TN and it traffic and we love it.
Becky Jones
10:01 am
Hyatt & Anne,
Loved seeing this post! I would so love to come to CA to see both of you and to bring my friends to the festival – but unless a miracle occurs it is looking like next summer before my return visit will occur!
The new Moore&Moore website is wonderful. I hope all is well with your family! Anne I will praying for your time at The Festival to be very rewarding.
Love to you both,
Rhonda
10:51 pm
Please keep giving us Moore & Moore wonderful art!
Thanks for blessing us with your talent.
Kris Patton
http://www.krispatton.com
3:17 pm
I think it is so wonderful that you two do this together. I love the website and I only wish I could visit you at Laguna Beach, Anne. Have a wonderful summer!
Love,
Annie
12:09 pm
What exquisite pieces these are Anne. I feel privileged to know you and to have had so much to do with your life.
God has indeed caused you to blossom fully into His creative gifts. I know you must be full of joy and in awe of what He is doing in your life each day. There was a time you sat in the valley of wondering what God’s plan was for you. Now, in your obedience, He has taken you to the mountain top where, through you, the beauty of His creative gifts are cascading down into the valley and blessing everyone. I for one am thrilled and blessed.
4:02 pm
Dear Ann & Hyatt,
What a great newsletter – great art, beautiful people! We wish you God’s richest blessings for the show. Lots of inspiration and many sales!
xoxox
Toni
12:52 pm
I liked your moore an moore pictures and never viewed your pictures Anne loved your style and incorporationg your titles ..I m an artiste also would like to know how to get into the pagaent or othe shows
3:07 pm
Quick response, a sign of intelligence:)
3:19 pm
Hello from Russia)