Hanson Galleries Newsletter

Graduation and wedding gifts

Wall art

Vol 5, Issue 6

May  2011

 
Davis Bird Vase

New Directions!

 

Opens June 17- through August 1


Clay artist John Davis has designed and sculpted a new series of vase forms for his new direction.  He is best known in the gallery for his raku heart rattles but is ready to branch out again.  Save the date for his show opening Friday, June 17th.  He will be here in person from 5-8 to meet with you and talk about his work.

The show will include paintings from another Texas artist and friend of John's, Cleve Ragan.  Click here for more information. 
Wedding season continues 
Llew Bubbly
Houston Llew's artform might be ancient, but the result is perfect for right now.  The 9" x 5" pieces have five sides of enamel on copper.  Inscribed on the sides are a quote with author as well as the artist's signature.  Click here to see other images and read their quotes.   
Marquez TripleCndl

Metalsmith Luis Marquis

coaches iron into amusing forms for candlesticks, lamps and accent tables.  This one stands 18" tall.  Click here to see some more from stock. 

 

FehrensenFish
Handblown glass fish by Rina Fehrensen make a colorful home accent.  Click here to see more of her work that is in stock. 
Wall art additions 
Heffernan Falls Creek
Woven copper provides texture and contrast in the wall mirrors made by Jean and Tom Heffernan.  Pieces can be commissioned in highly individualized color schemes.  Click here to see others hanging in the gallery.
Giusti Tulip
Tom and Nancy Giusti have been gallery favorites for 25 years.  Colorful flowers are their newest images on their wall panels.  Check out more here.  
Butterflies arrive at Hanson Galleries
Palma Cascade Neck
Cesar Palma creates stunning jewelry out of real butterfly wings.  They are collected in Peru at the end of the butterfly's life cycle.  Cesar artistically arranges them in sterling silver. 
Graduation gifts for him and her
 
AdamsonLunar Eclipse

"Solar Eclipse" handblown glass paper weight from Glass Eye Studio starts a grad on a fascinating

 collection.  Other celestial choices in stock.

Cassavoy Neck
Oxidized jewelry is an important look in fashion!  This asymmetric necklace by Jamie Cassovoy is flattering and right on trend.  Click here to see her other pieces in stock.
Llew Ferris Wheel
The Ferris Wheel comes with the quote, "Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising each time we fall."  By Confuscius.  The 9" x 5" art piece can hang or be tabletop.  Click here for more images and quotes.
Boxes for Dad or grad 
Stein Face
Kristen Stein places ceramic tiles of her own artwork on the lid of these 5" x 5" boxes.  The inside is lined in velvet to protect watches or cufflinks.  Click here to see other images we offer.  This image may be familiar if you watch the SyFy channel.
Haisma Tri-box
We were excited to find this new box artist at a recent show.  Inlaid exotic woods and magnet closures highlight Trisa Haisma's work.  Click here to see more styles starting at a 3' x 5" size.  Box shown measures 5" x 14."  Artist uses only recycled woods in her family business.
 

 

CRAFT IN AMERICA

 

Tuesday, May 24  8PM on PBS 

      

Don't miss this new episode of the Peabody Award winning PBS series:  MESSAGES
 which premieres nationwide next Tuesday.  Gallery friend Thomas Mann is featured.

 

 

 

HOURS

 

Uptown Park

(610 Loop West at Post Oak Blvd)

 

713-552-1242

 

Mon-Fri     10-8

Sat            10-6

Sun         closed

 

  

Memorial City Mall

(Gessner at I-10 inside mall between Penny's and Starbuck's)

 

713-984-1242
 

Mon-Sat     10-9
Sun          closed
  
  
  

Greetings,

As we all transition into summer schedules, remember that we are closed on Sundays.  We hope to see you soon and do bring your out-of-town guests in to see us.
 

Sincerely,

Art, Donna, Larry and all your Hanson Galleries friends  

 

 

Save 25%

Birthday discount coupon

 

Only E-Newsletter customers are getting this offer.

If your birthday is in the month of May and you can show us proof, we will give you a 25% discount on any regular priced item in the store. Print out and bring in to redeem or show it to us on your smart phone. Coupon not transferable. It is only for your personal use.

Only one coupon per customer can be redeemed for the month. Cannot be combined with any other special or discount (such as sale items). Bill Ooms work not included in offer. No Lay-a-ways. Choose from in-stock items only.

 

Offer Expires: Last day of May for May 2011 birthdays.