The Ship Has Set Sail

Thanks for coming aboard and supporting the Art Gallery at the Anchorage Auction.  The art gallery raised about $5000 auction night.  We really appreciate the many artist in our community who generously gave of their talent to make our art gallery such a success.

If you didn't have the winning bid for your favorite artist, check out the blog. They may have contact information listed in the posting with their piece.  Many of our artists do take commissions and would be happy to paint for you.  You may also want to stop by Mudpies Gallery in Middletown.  The majority of our donating artists paint in the Mudpies studio and display there work for sale in the gallery.

Landscape by Claudia Robertson

Claudia Robertson has painted an Anchorage Landmark, Stonebridge.  The colorful fall foliage reminds us of the natural beauty that surrounds us here in Anchorage.

Jill Hall

Anchorage grandmother, Jill Hall, has painted a beautiful study of the windows of Harlem Hotel.  This little painting will add a lot of color to any area of your home.  You can find Jill's work at Mudpies Studio and at www.zinnerhallgalleries.com.

Harlem Hotel

11 x 14

oil on canvas

Cityscape by Judith Zinner

Creative Anchorage Mom, Judith Zinner, has painted a colorful and lively depiction of Cafe 360 on Bardstown Road.  This will make a wonderful addition to any Louisville home.  You can find Judith's work at Mudpies Studio and at www.zinnerhallgalleries.com.

 

Cafe 360 on Bardstown Road

24 x 30

oil on canvas

Solider by Doug Reich

Anchorage resident and dad, Doug Reich, has painted a solider that will make a perfect addition to a den or boys bedroom.

Oil on Canvas

12 x12

Still Life by Sue Mortenson

Anchorage Grandma, Sue Mortenson, has donated a fall still life, Pumpkins in a Basket.

18 x24

Oil on Canvas

Oil Painting by Judy Shultz

 

Eggs

14 x 11

Oil on Canvas

Former APTA President and beloved Anchorage Grandmother, Judy Shultz, has painted a still life of eggs.  You can see Judy's work at Mudpies Studio and Gallery in Middletown.

Check back often...more art is coming!

Original Oil by Carlton Ridge

Woman in Blue

24 x 18

Oil on Canvas

Local artist, Carlton Ridge, has created this colorful portrait of a woman on a sofa.  Many in our community know Carlton for her beautiful jewelry designs, however she is a very talented painter as well.

Landscape by Susan Howe

Artist, teacher and owner of Mudpies Studio and Gallery, Susan Howe,  has painted a beautiful sunrise landscape for the Anchorage Auction.  The eastern shore of Virginia and Maryland are Susan's favorite subjects, next to dogs and kids.  You can find Susan, Monday - Friday,  at her art studio, Mudpies Studio and Gallery,  12902 Shelbyville Road in Middletown and contact her at hslaxcoach@excite.com.

Morning Light at Simon's Island

24 x18

Oil on Canvas

Framed Print by Don Burchett
Don is an artist and inventor who now lives in Anchorage, Kentucky.
View additonal works of Don's art on his website - www.donburchett.com.   You can also
see his work locally at the Corner Café restaurant and Marcum's Gallery.
 

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Shakertown by Melissa Mortenson

Local artist, Melissa Mortenson has depicted a beautiful scene from Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill.  You can follow Melissa's many talents on her blog http://polkadotchair.blogspot.com and in her Etsy shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/mayandmae.

Shakertown

Oil on Canvas

16 x16

 

Two Cherries on White by April Gentile

April is a Louisville native who paints, creates unique jewelry and teaches horse back riding.  Paintings are currently hanging at Breadworks on Brownsboro Road.  You may view additional works of April's art, as well as her jewelry on Etsy at www.etsy.com/shop/aprilgentiledesign.

"Two Cherries" in oil

12 x 12 square gallery wrapped canvas

Gold Finch and Thistle by Ellen Guthrie

Anchorage Artist, Ellen Guthrie, has depicted a beautiful scene from the Anchorage landscape.

Gold Finch and Thistle

Oil on Canvas

16 x 20

Dog Portrait by Sally Kimmel

Anchorage Artist, Sally Kimmel, is well known in our community for
her fun and colorful dog portraits.

16 x 20

Oil on Canvas

Horse by Ann Kasdan

Oil painting of a black horse, by Ann Kasdan.

This painting will turn your house into an Old Kentucky Home with a nod to our equestrian history.

18 x 24

Oil on Canvas

Landscape by Dena Engilman

Dena Engilman, former APTA president, has lived in Anchorage for over 7 years.  She enjoys expressing her creativity through her art and photography.  Dena has donated her artwork to the Anchorage Auction for the past 6 years. 

Landscape in Pink

18 x24

Oil on Gallery Wrapped Canvas

"Dinner is Served" by Gayle Cook Loween

Gayle Loween is a talented painter from Louisville specializing in portraits and pets.   To see more examples of her work visit Mudpies Studio in Middletown or go online to www.fineartstudioonline.com/gayleloween.  

"Dinner is Served"

12 x 36

Oil on Canvas

by Gayle Loween

Close up of the details from "Dinner is Served".

Fine Art Photography by Liz Ferguson

Fifteen year resident, Liz Ferguson, is a former Anchorage PTA president and School Council member. Through the lens of her camera, Liz has discovered an entirely new and creative view of our community's treasures. Each photograph is personally edited and printed by Liz, with high quality, archival inks and papers designed to maintain its quality and color for many generations. Each print is signed and numbered,  framed and matted with acid-free materials, and adorned with Liz's personal and unique "Red Dot".

Wagner Porch
13 x 19 Print
23 1/2 x 28 Framed Dimensions

This view of the Wagner porch artistically represents Anchorage's age, depth and history. The pealing paint reveals additional layers beneath and reminds us of the generations of families that have made this city their home.

Statue at Hobbes Memorial Cemetery
13 x 19 Print
23 1/2 x 28 Framed Dimensions

Quiet, contemplative but ever watchful, this statue is the centerpiece of this historical cemetery that's been tucked away for nearly two centuries.

You can find more of Liz's work online at reddot-photo.com and locally at Gray Tower Flower. 

"Play that Guitar" by artist, Deb Grunst

Deb Grunst, former Anchorage School Mom and APTA Board member has created this original oil painting titled, "Play that Guitar".

This painting would be a wonderful accent to a den, music room or teenagers bedroom.

"Play that Guitar"

Oil on Canvas

30 x30

You can find Debbie's art work online at www.artdebbiegrunst.com and locally at Mudpies Studio.  Debbie does commission work.