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Our artists far beyond Des Moines

  • By Tina Ehrlich
  • 04 Sep, 2019

We are so privileged to represent the roster of artists that we do.

From all over the world, they display a variety of mediums, backgrounds and passions. Beyond gallery representation, they’re all hustling to expand their art career in creative ways. We love seeing the opportunities our artists create! We wanted to share a few recent highlights with you.

Lino Lago

Lino Lago, book cover
While strolling through one of Italy’s gas stations, Liz noticed a familiar sight. Sitting on a bookshelf for purchase was a book with artwork by Lino Lago as the cover. This book PHI by Azra Kohen is one of a trilogy--all of which have Lino Lago’s artwork as the cover.

Ashley Mary

Ashley Mary, Summersalt swimsuit
Photo from summersalt.com
Previously having worked with national brands like West Elm and Anthropologie, Minneapolis artist Ashley Mary recently collaborated with Summersalt on a limited edition swimsuit print. The pattern was created directly from her collage work. Available as a one-piece or two-piece, you can purchase the swimsuit here!

We still have two pieces available by Ashley Mary. Let us know if you're interested!
Ashley Mary art
Untitled, 48x60", acrylic on canvas, $2800
Ashley Mary art
Untitled, 12x16", acrylic on wood panel, $475

Leigh Suggs

Leigh Suggs, Midwest Living magazine
Midwest Living, September/October 2019
Our gallery piece, The Background III, by Leigh Suggs was recently featured in Midwest Living. Included for a photo shoot, the piece looks lovely in the styled bedroom! Also still available to purchase at the gallery, it’s a special opportunity to partner with Meredith Corporation on a national level. We love seeing our artists’ work shared far beyond Des Moines’ borders.

We also have one additional piece available at the gallery by Leigh Suggs. See below!
Leigh Suggs art
Own Place II, 41x28", hand-cut acrylic, $5500

Kristi Kohut

Kristi Kohut and Logan Ledford, Rachael Ray magazine
Rachael Ray Every Day, September 2019
Kristi Kohut was spotted in the most recent issue of Rachael Ray, highlighting her styled home and original artwork. She also mentions how she’s growing her own collection with pieces by her artist friends. We noticed she’s sitting under a Logan Ledford original, another artist included at our gallery!

Angela Chrusciaki Blehm

Lip sofa, Angela Chrusciaki Blehm, Architectural Digest magazine
Architectural Digest, September 2019
We said goodbye to our vintage lip sofa last week! We loved our time with it, but was so happy to find it a permanent home in St. Louis, Missouri. Designed by Angela Chrusciaki Blehm, her lip sofa was featured in the Pop Wow collection first seen at our gallery in July. While perusing the most recent Architectural Digest, we noticed a complete spread on vintage lip sofas, highlighting their original inspiration by Salvador Dalí. We’re certain the lips will be cherished in their new home!

Here's a few Pop Wow favorites that are still available at the gallery:
Angela Chrusciaki Blehm art
After Party, 54x30", acrylic on wood, $1850
Angela Chrusciaki Blehm art
Peek-A-Boob, 24x37", acrylic on wood, $1550
Angela Chrusciaki Blehm art
Enzo Bow, 46x46", acrylic on wood, $1700

Local spotlight

Jenna Brownlee

Jenna Brownlee, floral jacket
Photo from shoplidgett.com

Local artist Jenna Brownlee is not represented at the gallery, but we’ve worked with her on so many local projects that we love sharing what she’s up to. She’s partnered with Kate Wagner, the founder of Lidgett. (and Liz’s sister), to create a custom-designed pattern for the entrepreneurial clothing line. The brand’s fall line has been announced and a new pullover jacket includes Jenna’s florals! We’re so proud of both Kate and Jenna as they make killer designs together.

These are just a few highlights. Our artists are constantly creating. We love seeing their newest projects and sharing them with you. It reminds us how fortunate we are to have these talented artists’ work in the Des Moines community!

Tina Ehrlich, author
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