The next “Unlikely Pair” up in the gallery. Susan Bush made this selection in our ongoing series. You can read Susan’s explanation of this pair below. These pairs are only on display for two weeks before the next couple goes up. So come in often to check out each set. Please let us know what you think of the project by posting your comments.

Martha Mayer Erlebacher Bird Before a Window	Martha Mayer Erlebacher Marilyn Mallard

“Imagine the colorful conversation that would occur if Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol were seated next to each other at a dinner party. These two vibrant Martha Erlebacher paintings are a catalyst to that conversation. It is up to us hear it.”

- Susan

We have a new “Unlikely Pair” up in the gallery. This time Nathan Vonk made his second selection in this ongoing series. You can read Nathan’s explanation of this pair below. These pairs are only on display for two weeks before the next couple goes up. So come in often to check out each set. Please let us know what you think of the project by posting your comments.

Emil Kosa Jr. Mural Study for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation	Don Freeman Man Resting in Park

“Together these two paintings capture the wonderful complexity of how we view American labor. On one side we have the colossal and triumphant achievements in engineering and design, on the other we have a solitary man who takes a well deserved rest from the fundamental work that keeps the whole system running.”

-Nathan

Sullivan Goss is excited to announce the opening of our upcoming exhibit Nicole Strasburg: Air, Earth, Fire, Water. The show officially opens on this coming 1st Thursday, August 6th. However, I will let our blog readers in on a little secret. Because Nicole’s work is so immensely popular, if you want to get first pick of this stunning group of paintings, you better come in as soon as possible.  We just finished putting the final touches on the show and it looks amazing. Nicole is one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved painters and the opening on Thursday is sure to be a major event. We’ve already sold the first few paintings and they are sure to go fast. So, make plans to visit the gallery to see this wonderful show.

You can get a preview of the show by checking out our exhibit page by clicking here.

And watch our newest video that accompanies the show, produced by contemporary curator Susan Bush by clicking on the image to the right.

We have a new “Unlikely Pair” up in the gallery. Jeremy Tessmer made his second selection in this ongoing series. You can read Jeremy’s explanation of this pair below. Don’t forget that these pairs are only on display for two weeks before the next couple goes up. So come in often to check out each set. Please let us know what you think of the project by posting your comments.

JOHN NAVA Hendry’s Beach with Dogs I	GREGORY BOTTS Aspen Night 7

“Nava and Botts were born to a generation that had to navigate between the high-minded seriousness of Modern Art and the sarcastic hipness of Post Modern Art. In these paintings, both artists have found a way to leave that debate for long enough to bring fresh, warm visions of a summer day.” -Jeremy

There is a new “An Unlikely Pair” up in the gallery and this time Edgard Rincon had the opportunity to make the selection. You can read Edgard’s explanation of this pair below. Remember these pairs are only on display for two weeks before the next couple goes up. So come in often to check out each set.

Please let us know what you think of the project by posting your comments.

SIDNEY GORDIN Untitled Wood Relief	John McCracken 5A – 82

“When artists blend child-like creativity with a sophisticated approach, they not only provide us with a joyful experience, but also open a door into the sublime.”

-Edgard

The newest couple in our “An Unlikely Pair” series is up and this time Nathan Vonk had the opportunity to make the selection. You can read Nathan’s explanation of this pair below. Remember these pairs are only on display for two weeks before the next couple goes up. So come in often to check out each set.

Please let us know what you think of the project by posting your comments.

SERGEI BONGART Artichoke Flowers, 1960s	MAX ERNST Cactus – Bunny

“These two artists came to the southwest United States after narrowly escaping persecution during the second world war. Ernst was well established and would be remembered as one of the twentieth century’s most important artists. Bongart built a strong regional reputation over the years as in influential teacher in the art school he established in Los Angeles. Both artists were masters in their own right.”

-Nathan