Saturday, November 26, 2016

  
















OPEN HOUSE AND STUDIO SALE 

MARY ELLEN LONG

 DECEMBER 3 & 4 
Sat. & Sun.

10-4

209 EL DIENTE DRIVE, DURANGO (Edgemont)


COLLAGE, SCULPTURE, PRINTS, DRAWINGS. MIXED MEDIA

PAINTINGS, ART OBJECTS, BOX ART, ARTISTS’ BOOKS 

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Forest Stories: Book Arts from the Environmental Studio of Mary Ellen Long showcases a selection of artists' books that explore themes of nature, ritual, process, and time. The works come from the Long's personal collection and from the University Libraries' Fine Press and Artists' Books Collection.

Exhibit runs through November 28th

The talk I did for the opening last month is now posted on the Library website


University Libraries, Anderson Academic Commons (AAC)
University of Denver
2150 E. Evans Avenue, Denver CO 80208

303.871.3074

Thursday, September 22, 2016

FOREST STORIES : AN EXHBIT AND TALK AT UNIVERSITY OF DENVER

FOREST STORIES: BOOK ARTS from the 
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIO OF MARY ELLEN LONG

A talk to accompany the exhibit by the artist at the
University of Denver

Thursday, September 29, 2016 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
The Loft (Rm 340), Upper Level, 
Anderson Academic Commons, 2150 E. Evans Ave, Denver

6:30 PM Informal reception with appetizers & beverages
Questions after program for an additional half hour. 

Parking: Various pay to park options on campus. 
Closest option is Lot 301 located at 2130 S. High St., Denver




For more information and reservations:
library.du.edu./events/exhibits/current.html/303-871-3074


Exhibit runs until November 28, 2016

Where you can see Molokai Tangle

Molokai Tangle is on display at JOY, the electric gift shop at Durango Arts Center along with other works of the artist.

Monday, May 30, 2016

Recent Work

Molokai Tangle:  mixed media photograph - the detritus of the sea

Saturday, April 2, 2016

My work will be available at Studio &'s fundraising event, featuring many stellar Durango Artists. Help Studio & continue its creative opportunities for artists and exciting exhibits and events by participating. Go to anddurango.com or Studio & 1027 Main to purchase tickets. Only 30 tickets are available so hurry on down!
Each ticket holder goes home with a piece of art.

Saturday, March 26, 2016

2016 ARTIST STUDIO WORKSHOPS
MARY ELLEN LONG
209 El Diente Drive, Durango


COLLAGE -May 14
basic techniques/understanding of adhesives/composition/a little history

PAPER-MAKING - June 18
basic “kitchen” techniques/western & eastern style methods/emphasis on local fibers

ENVIRONMENTAL ART - July 23
history of land art with a hands-on outdoor experience in 2 locations (lunch included)

ASSEMBLAGE - August 13
creating 3-D art with found materials and mixed media techniques/a little history

BOOK ARTS - October 1
review of styles/bindings & sculptural forms/individual projects


all workshops - beginning to experienced
small classes and consultation on individual projects
all materials supplied
10-4
$75.


INFORMATION & TO REGISTER



maryellenlongart.com

Thursday, February 11, 2016

New Work

My new mixed media drawings using collage, pigment and sands are being shown at the Durango Arts Center through February 20 - part of the Show honoring the 2016 Sweethearts,

Saturday, January 16, 2016

Installation Shots of The White Season

 "Mica" installation: ME Long
 painting by Joan K. Russell, paper embossing by Charlene Geiss
 collaborative installation by ME Long and Catherine Nash
 open book sculpture on pedestal by ME Long  "Ice"
 mixed media by Andrea Martens on wall with "Connemara" by ME Long, ice crystal photo boxes by Maureen May on wall shelf
icicle sculptures by Sandra Butler, painting by Joan K. Russell

Thursday, January 7, 2016

THE WHITE SEASON

The snow continues outside, the exhibit echoes the winter reality and opens tomorrow at 5-7, Durango Arts Center.
          
Cloud, Root, Paper  - Mary Ellen Long

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

THE WHITE SEASON preview

Maureen May is using ice crystal photographs, boxing them beautifully

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

THE WHITE SEASON Preview continuing

Today: a painting detail by Joan K. Russell

Monday, January 4, 2016

THE WHITE SEASON Preview continuing

The mixed media work on paper by Andrea Martens.

Sunday, January 3, 2016

THE WHITE SEASON

Another preview of the White Season, opening Jan. 8 at the Durango Arts Center.

Mandalas by Charlene Geiss

Friday, January 1, 2016

THE WHITE SEASON

Preview of The White Season at DAC opening Jan. 8 (Mary Ellen Long installation detail)