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PRESS RELEASE:  08.14.08
For Immediate Release
Contact:
Natalia Pudzisz
natalia@micaela.com
415.551.8118
Micaela Gallery
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MICA�LA GALLERY PRESENTS:
STIG PERSSON | THE BIG SILENCE
WORKS  2003-2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - 08.14.08 - (for immediate release) Mica�la Gallery is proud to introduce the work of Stig Persson in his debut U.S. solo exhibition of glass sculpture, THE BIG SILENCE, WORKS 2003-2008, showcasing select glass sculptures by the artist from the period.  A resident of Copenhagen, Denmark, Persson is a multi-awarded educator, designer and sculptor.  Through his work, he cultivates interaction between the surface of glass and it�s inner poetry.  Persson states, "Common for all my works are massive proportions to achieve a monumental expression, to create tension between the fragility of the glass and it�s transparency."  His work studies the affect of the synergies of visualized restricted outer shapes and a perceived, inner vibrating silence.  Pure, fascinated with strict geometric forms and two-dimensional profiles, Persson's work reminds us of Richard Serra's concern with Minimalist gestures that refer to architectural form.  Similarly, Persson's work allows the active observer to encounter and understand the possibility of finding a personal meditative space in the interaction between the archetypical outer shape, the essence of the material and the unconscious self of the viewer.  The exhibition opens on Tuesday, September 2 and will be ongoing through October 31.  The opening reception, with the artist in attendance, is Friday, September 19, 2008 at 5 pm.
Stig Persson, Seesaw #4Glass, a mysterious substance, is found in nature as raw crystal and in grains of silica.  Mastery of its form and color is steeped in dramatic history spanning continents and politics over millennia - it is an extraordinarily difficult medium to sculpt and possess - yet, we delight in all its permutations and marvel at its uniqueStig Persson, Three Red Blocks relationship with light.  Mica�la Gallery is proud to continue its annual exhibition program of glass sculpture and introduce the sculpture and talent of Stig Persson to you.







Image credits (top to bottom right):  Stig Persson, "Seesaw #4" cast leaded glass, 4.75 x 47.25 x 15.75 in.  Stig Persson, "Five Green Angles" cast leaded glass, 63 x 12 x 2.5 in.
About Mica�la
Established in 1997, Mica�la Gallery represents fine art and sculpture.  The gallery assembles several exhibitions annually, reviewing idea-based work, visual pleasure and artistic vision, as influenced by culture, emotion, intellect and the politics of life.  Mica�la Gallery is a passionate supporter of glass sculpture and has presented numerous solo and group glass exhibitions sinceTaliaferro Jones, "Pulse" 1997. 

Mica�la Gallery, a member of the Glass Art Society, has become an important American venue for collectors of glass sculpture, and in celebration of its 10th year anniversary, participated in SOFA Chicago 2007 and Art Now Fair, Miami 2007! Mica�la Gallery brought its newest avant garde artists to Bridge New York 2008, and will again participate in SOFA Chicago 2008 and Bridge Miami Beach 2008.

Mica�la is located at 333 Hayes Street, between Franklin + Gough Streets, in San Francisco.  Summer gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 11-6 pm, Sunday + Monday by appointment.  For commentary, please read our BLOG.  For more information, please visit our website at micaela.com, or write to Natalia Pudzisz at natalia@micaela.com.

The current group exhibition of glass sculpture, COLD+HOT 2008, is on view through August 30.
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