Seal Pup

$38.00
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Good morning, seal pup!

It's hard not to smile at the delightful animals painted by Bevin of Mermaid Meadow. Fresh pastel and neon colors pop agains a subtle white outline. Every piece is hand painted on reclaimed barn board giving each creature their own unique charm.

- Measures 4" x 4"
- Acrylic on reclaimed barn wood
- Hanging hardware mounted on back

Bevin Strider Holmberg of Mermaid Meadow in Falmouth, Maine, wanted to be a marine biologist when she was grew up! She continues to grow, and her dream is evolving toward being an artist activist in the most gentle and sweet way. Hosting fundraisers to support some of her favorite animal organizations, Bevin works to raise awareness and keep these special ocean creatures top of mind.

She obtained a B.F.A. in Studio Art from James Madison University and holds a Master of Education in Art from the University of Minnesota. As a nod to her family's roots, Bevin finished her masters program with summer study at Säterglänten Institute for Slöjd (traditional handicrafts) in Insjön and Stockholm, Sweden.

While in Minnesota, she lived and participated in the Tilsner Artist Cooperative in St. Paul, worked as a sign painter, and taught drawing lessons to elementary-age students. Locals will recognize her work at the Trader Joe's in Portland and on banners in the Old Port.

From the Artist:

I moved to the beautiful state of Maine (2010), and as an artist, was inspired by its rustic charm. I started painting on old boards from barns that had fallen under disrepair and lost their use. I love painting on the wood because each piece is unique and adds a layer of texture and history.

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'The Celine' Paper Flower Sculpture

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'The Celine' Paper Flower Sculpture

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worthy of a botanist, this one-of-a-kind sculpture is composed of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDavid Austin roses, standard roses, chrysanthemums, anemones, winter berries on branches, and ferns. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe paper sculpture rests within a custom compote made by Maine ceramic artist Rebecca Verrill and is designed for 360 degree display. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three dimensional rendering is a contemporary interpretation of still lives made timeless in paintings by Dutch masters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted on cloth-covered stem wire with German and Italian crepe papers, this art piece can be cared for easily. In fact, a benefit of such an art piece is that it never requires watering nor will it drop pollens or leaves onto your table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo care for, keep away from moisture and direct light. Dust with a blow dryer on cool when necessary. Store in dark, dry area when not on display.Fluff flowers and bend wires as needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Measures 27\" x 18\" x 15\"\u003cbr\u003e- May require additional shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmity Libby possesses the skilled hands and science-meets-art mind behind flower and jane, formerly known as Florabeane. She is a fine art paper florist who describes herself as a teacher, a farmer, an artist, and a friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen not\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e developing in-depth web tutorials teaching others how to make paper flower art Amity can be found on her fifty-acre farm in the foothills tending to cut flowers, making paper flower orders, foraging mushrooms, and spending time with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efamily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmity has a degree in fine art and a Master of Science in education with a focus on teaching with technology. Her work has been on display at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay and Calderwood Hall on North Haven Island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSharing knowledge of craft with others is at the core of flower and jane’s ethos. In addition to teaching workshops in person and online, Amity also shares her work through her own photography and written guides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFrom the Artist: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI love how it feels to be lost in the moment of making flowers - which includes the colors, the shapes, and the overall voice of the piece I am making...to be in that creative mode of making the flowers and greens sing in harmony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Whale

$95.00

Whale

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Erosion Slab No. 1

$800.00

Erosion Slab No. 1

{"id":3933847257175,"title":"Erosion Slab No. 1","handle":"erosion-slab-no-1","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis wall object is a perfect bridge into the realm of sculpture for anyone who wishes to expand his, her, or their art collection beyond 2D wall art. In essence, it is a 3D sculpture, layered and textured, designed to hang on the wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt will never fade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCreated by ceramic artist Jonathan Mess, an avid fisherman who spends as much time as possible on the water on nearby Damariscotta Lake or the rocky coast of the Bristol peninsula, the energy present in this work is intentional. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis special piece of contemporary ceramic art has an urban vibe, echoing street art and graffiti with bold lines and presence. One can imagine walking a city street and coming upon such a design as a statement about revisioning of our relationship to raw materials. The colors give the effect of paint or posters on an outdoor wall, implicating the piece as a surface from an alternate world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMess has long given up buying new material to create his ceramic art, choosing instead to recycle discarded clays and glazes, of which there are endless quantities. Ceramic studios all over Maine welcome this artist’s resourceful scavenging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Measures 10.5” x 11” x 1.5”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Various reclaimed ceramic materials\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJonathan Mess is a contemporary ceramic artist from midcoast Maine who allows his art to be driven by instinct and experimentation. The freedom in his process unifies his various series, which are energetic, ambitious, and Environmental Art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsing reclaimed materials and unconventional techniques, Jonathan Mess has a unique style. His work is a vehicle for education, guiding viewers to consider waste, recycling, and purposeful art. He is also an educator of youth, teaching ceramic and sculpture courses at Lincoln Academy in Newcastle, Maine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMess has an MFA in Ceramics from The State University of New York at New Paltz and a BFA in Studio Art at University of Montana - Missoula. The artist's solo exhibitions and major awards date back to 1998, and his work is exhibited internationally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2018, Portland Museum of Art in Maine included Mess’s sculptures in its Biennial exhibition. 2019 will host his work at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Biennial. The exhibit is a survey of contemporary art of New England showcasing compelling and ambitious art-making in the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are honored to work with both Jonathan and his wife\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thegoodsupply.org\/collections\/kate-mess\" title=\"Kate Mess Midcoast Maine Enamel Artist\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thegoodsupply.org\/collections\/kate-mess\"\u003eKate Mess\u003c\/a\u003e, award-winning enamelist and jewelry artist. Their studio endeavors have been closely linked since they met in graduate school in 2006. Renowned in their respective disciplines for innovation in pushing material boundaries, both Kate and Jonathan credit Maine’s rugged coastline and nature as their primary inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Good Supply hosted an art exhibition in 2017 entitled Symbiosis. The theme explored the similarities and differences between Kate and Jonathan’s work. The way their practices intertwine opens a dialogue of the benefit of cross-medium influence and experimentation. The couple work out of studio spaces in their home, a renovated gambrel barn in Jefferson, Maine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the Artist: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI’m excited to have my work at The Good Supply because I see it as my local gallery, which cares about representing local artists. It means a lot to me that my friends and teaching colleagues and kids at the school where I work have the chance to see my work, whereas if I have a show in Boston, no one in my hometown sees it. The local connection and sense of community is a really important part of art-making for me.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the critics: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Mess is in a class by himself as a Maine contemporary artist. His ceramic sculptures are built up like sediments, and take on geological logic through their construction and firing processes. The slips, glazes and clays shift, expand and shrink at varying rates in a way that mirrors geological activity on a macro level. What we see are cross-sections of layers of dynamic color and form with organic activity defining them. They are fascinating and powerful objects.” - Daniel Kany, Portland Press Herald\/Maine Sunday Telegram\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-11-14T12:22:30-05:00","created_at":"2019-07-23T10:43:03-04:00","vendor":"Jonathan Mess","type":"Sculpture","tags":[],"price":80000,"price_min":80000,"price_max":80000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":29423487811671,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"JMRS1","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Erosion Slab No. 1","public_title":null,"options":["Default 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In essence, it is a 3D sculpture, layered and textured, designed to hang on the wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt will never fade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCreated by ceramic artist Jonathan Mess, an avid fisherman who spends as much time as possible on the water on nearby Damariscotta Lake or the rocky coast of the Bristol peninsula, the energy present in this work is intentional. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis special piece of contemporary ceramic art has an urban vibe, echoing street art and graffiti with bold lines and presence. One can imagine walking a city street and coming upon such a design as a statement about revisioning of our relationship to raw materials. The colors give the effect of paint or posters on an outdoor wall, implicating the piece as a surface from an alternate world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMess has long given up buying new material to create his ceramic art, choosing instead to recycle discarded clays and glazes, of which there are endless quantities. Ceramic studios all over Maine welcome this artist’s resourceful scavenging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Measures 10.5” x 11” x 1.5”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Various reclaimed ceramic materials\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJonathan Mess is a contemporary ceramic artist from midcoast Maine who allows his art to be driven by instinct and experimentation. The freedom in his process unifies his various series, which are energetic, ambitious, and Environmental Art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsing reclaimed materials and unconventional techniques, Jonathan Mess has a unique style. His work is a vehicle for education, guiding viewers to consider waste, recycling, and purposeful art. He is also an educator of youth, teaching ceramic and sculpture courses at Lincoln Academy in Newcastle, Maine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMess has an MFA in Ceramics from The State University of New York at New Paltz and a BFA in Studio Art at University of Montana - Missoula. The artist's solo exhibitions and major awards date back to 1998, and his work is exhibited internationally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2018, Portland Museum of Art in Maine included Mess’s sculptures in its Biennial exhibition. 2019 will host his work at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Biennial. The exhibit is a survey of contemporary art of New England showcasing compelling and ambitious art-making in the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are honored to work with both Jonathan and his wife\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thegoodsupply.org\/collections\/kate-mess\" title=\"Kate Mess Midcoast Maine Enamel Artist\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thegoodsupply.org\/collections\/kate-mess\"\u003eKate Mess\u003c\/a\u003e, award-winning enamelist and jewelry artist. Their studio endeavors have been closely linked since they met in graduate school in 2006. Renowned in their respective disciplines for innovation in pushing material boundaries, both Kate and Jonathan credit Maine’s rugged coastline and nature as their primary inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Good Supply hosted an art exhibition in 2017 entitled Symbiosis. The theme explored the similarities and differences between Kate and Jonathan’s work. The way their practices intertwine opens a dialogue of the benefit of cross-medium influence and experimentation. The couple work out of studio spaces in their home, a renovated gambrel barn in Jefferson, Maine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the Artist: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI’m excited to have my work at The Good Supply because I see it as my local gallery, which cares about representing local artists. It means a lot to me that my friends and teaching colleagues and kids at the school where I work have the chance to see my work, whereas if I have a show in Boston, no one in my hometown sees it. The local connection and sense of community is a really important part of art-making for me.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the critics: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Mess is in a class by himself as a Maine contemporary artist. His ceramic sculptures are built up like sediments, and take on geological logic through their construction and firing processes. The slips, glazes and clays shift, expand and shrink at varying rates in a way that mirrors geological activity on a macro level. What we see are cross-sections of layers of dynamic color and form with organic activity defining them. They are fascinating and powerful objects.” - Daniel Kany, Portland Press Herald\/Maine Sunday Telegram\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}

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