Highlights from SOFA New York

SOFA New York 2011

Highlights

The SOFA New York exhibit has successfully concluded and gallery gen would like to thank everyone who joined visited us at the Armory, and also to those who called or e-mailed from abroad. SOFA New York drew new collectors as well as prominent New York architects and designers. (see opening night photos from official SOFA site).  The following link is a great blog which also features the best walking sculptures at SOFA! 

Notable collectors of textile came to see Jun-ichi Arai's new textiles. Many ceramic collectors who never miss this show grinned with joy when they found Goro Suzuki's latest Yobi-tsugi Tea Ware created entirely out of wood-fired rocks & quarts (no clay!). Warren MacKenzie collectors were surprised and delighted to have come across the last few pieces from the Midwest show, and the Japanese lacquered bowls featured in our invitation e-mail were snatched up on the opening night. With so much cutting edge objects on display, the serene Japanese Nihonga paintings by Bokuma stood out in its peacefulness. Last but not least, Yoshiaki Yuki's new screens, which are more sculpture than anything, generated a vibrant feel to our exhibit with promising results.

Below are the selected pieces from gallery gen in good hands of our guests, and you can also see what others acquired from galleries at SOFA. We have now resumed normal hours so please visit, or forward inquiries to our studio showroom in Long Island City 718-392-7717 or info@gallerygen.com.

Invitation to SOFA New York

SOFA NY 2011 

gallery gen presents   

YOSHIAKI YUKI

       

H: 63”(160cm) x W:35” (90cm) YOSHIAKI YUKI, 2011

gallery gen cordially invites you to join us in this year’s prestigious Sculptural Objects and Functional Art - SOFA New York exhibition.

We hope that you will be inspired by the latest body of work by Yoshiaki Yuki.  This will be the installation of seven sculptural screens  (below) loosely inspired by the theme “SO-TEN-KO-CHI” [where the Heavens and the Earth intersect]. Four screens titled “GO-RIN” representing the “Five Earthly Elements” (earth, fire, wind, water, sky);  and three screens titled “NICHI-RIN” or the “Sun Rings”representing the heavenly sun, the moon, and the stars. 

YOSHIAKI YUKI - "GO-RIN" 2011

gallery gen will also feature fiber arts of Junichi Arai, Mika Okada; as well as the latest Goro Suzuki sculpture and tea  bowls shown for the first time in the US.  We will also bring our rich collection of ceramics by Warren MacKenzie, Marren Kloppmann, Paul Dresang, Robert Briscoe, Dick Cooter, Jeff Oestreich; and Nihonga paintings by Bokuma.

Suzuki Goro

JUNICHI ARAI

We look forward to seeing you at booth #403. 

This annual international exposition will open on Thursday, April 14th and run through Sunday, April 17th. Over fifty internationally recognized galleries will present cutting-edge contemporary design and art at Park Avenue Armory's 55,000 square ft. hall. 

The Opening Night Preview:

Wednesday, April 13 5:00pm - 9:00pm

General Admission Hours:

Thursday, April 14  11am - 7pm

Friday, April 15  11am - 6pm

Saturday, April 16  11am - 7pm

Sunday, April 17  Noon - 6pm

Venue:

Park Avenue Armory

Park Avenue at 67th Street

New York, NY 10021

  

Japan Earthquake and Tsunami - Thank you for your warm thoughts and prayers

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We send our deepest sympathy to all of those who have been affected by the earthquake and the subsequent tsunami in Japan.

From what we have been able to confirm, all of our artists, staff members and their families in Japan are safe. In such a devastating situation, it is with great relief that we are able to inform you that none of them were seriously harmed.

We sincerely hope and pray that Japan will overcome this tragedy. To all of you who have sent us heartfelt messages, we would like to thank you very much for your thoughts and concerns.

Sincerely yours,
gallery gen

In response to the massive disaster, Japan Society is raising a relief fund to aid victims in the midst of their adversity.If you wish to contribute to the Japan Earthquake Relief Fund, please visit:
http://www.japansociety.org/earthquake.  Donations can be made by clicking on the link provided, and your 100% tax-deductible contribution will directly support the people of Japan.

Mr. Joe Earle, the vice president and gallery director of Japan Society talks to NBC’s Chuck Scarborough:
http://www.nbcnewyork.com/on-air/as-seen-on/Japan_Society_Helps_Raise_Funds_for_Earthquake_Relief_New_York-118053109.html

Midwest Potters Available Works Now on gallerygen.com

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and all is well in this harsh New York winter!

We have recently updated our gallery website, and the available works from our Warren & Nancy MacKenzie and Midwest Potters show are now on view at gallerygen.com. Simply click on the links below to view the works of each artist.

Warren MacKenzie: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/mackenzie-w.html

Nancy MacKenzie: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/mackenzie-n.html

Robert Briscoe: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/briscoe-r.html

Dick Cooter: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/cooter-r.html

Paul Dresang: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/dresang-p.html

Maren Kloppmann: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/kloppmann-m.html

Jeff Oestreich: http://www.gallerygen.com/art/oestreich-j.html

You may also search for your favorite artist from http://www.gallerygen.com/art/byname.html

As you can see from each artist's page, the number of available works is very limited. Please take this opportunity to acquire one-of-a-kind ceramic art that is both beautiful and functional.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 718-392-7717 or inquiry@gallerygen.com

Warmest regards,

gallery gen

A Happy New Year!

Full Moon Rabbit Lamp by Yoshiaki Yuki

Pure Silver Glaze on Clay

(Available at gallery gen: contact us at inquiry@gallerygen.com)

We would like to sincerely thank you for your support of gallery gen over the years. We hope everyone’s year 2011 is filled with love, joy, and happiness.

We look forward to seeing you at our exciting events in 2011!

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Please wish your loved ones a happy new year with Yoshiaki Yuki’s original greeting cards. These cards are available for download at www.yoshiakiyuki.com/whatsnew.html

Complimentary New Year's Greeting Card by Yoshiaki Yuki

Once again, our main artist, Yoshiaki Yuki, has generously provided us with complimentary greeting cards of his original design. Click on the following link and download his original greeting card to wish your family and friends a happy new year!

www.yoshiakiyuki.com/whatsnew.html

Original Design I - "Enjoyment"

Original Design II - "Rising Sun"

Original Design III - "Enjoyment"

2011 is the Year of the Rabbit, the fourth sign in the Chinese Zodic cycle. It is the sign of sensitivity, compassion and creativity. The gallery gen staff as well as Yoshiaki Yuki would like to extend our best wishes to you for a beautiful and peaceful new year.

 

Happy Holidays!

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Winter Table and Gift Show

Starting December 3rd, gallery gen will be holding its annual Winter Table & Gift show. Gallery gen’s wide selection will be sure to inspire you with many great holiday gift ideas. 

2011 Calendar by Yoshiaki Yuki

This time, our featured gift items are our specially selected tableware sets and our main artist Yoshiaki Yuki’s 2011 Original Calendar.

Each calendar is individually hand-painted by Yuki with his original Ji-Sho-Ji-Ga design. Each design represents different Japanese kanji character. You will be sure to find a unique character that’s perfect for your family and friends.

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It was the final day of the MacKenzie – Warren & Nancy MacKenzie and Midwest Potters Exhibition, and we would like to thank those of you who attended. Whether you stood in the long line on opening night or came to Long Island City, an exhibition like this cannot have taken place without your enthusiastic support.

Mr. MacKenzie once said, “My favorite pots are those that have allowed me to discover their surprises and hidden beauty only after many years of daily use.” If you have acquired a piece of his, please put it to use and have it become a part of your daily life.

All purchased pieces are ready to be picked up at our Long Island City
showroom. If the piece is to be sent by mail, all shipments are scheduled to go out during the first and second week of December. 

- Location -

47-09 36th Street

Long Island City, NY 11101 

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Please visit www.gallerygen.com for further information,

or contact gallery gen:
718-392-7717 or info@gallerygen.com