COLLECTION

COLLECTION: MARY ELLEN LONG SOLO EXHIBIT

OPENING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, JULY 7
The Art Library at the Durango Arts Center   5-7

2018 workshops

2018 ARTIST STUDIO WORKSHOPS

MARY ELLEN LONG

209 El Diente Drive, Durango

COLLAGE -May 26

basic techniques/understanding of adhesives/composition/a little history

ASSEMBLAGE - June 23 & July 14

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

PAPER-MAKING - July 21

basic “kitchen” techniques/western & eastern style methods/emphasis on local fibers

SCULPTURAL PAPER-MAKING - August 25

working with long paper-making fibers we will explore casting natural & 

manmade objects & creating varied containers & dimensional art

BOOK ARTS - October 20

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

wmelart@yahoo.com

259-4363

maryellenlongart.com

MARY ELLEN LONG

FALL WORKSHOPS

209 El Diente Drive

Durango, Colorado

ASSEMBLAGE - September 16

creating 3-D art (sculpture & box) with found materials 

and mixed media techniques/a little history

PAPERMAKING - SEPTEMBER 23

basic “kitchen” techniques/western & eastern style methods

emphasis on local fibers

Casting of natural & manmade objects included

(full, waiting list)

BOOK ARTS - October 21

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

wmelart@yahoo.com 

maryellenlongart.com

COLLAGE WORKSHOP , July 8

10-4, 209 El Diente Dr, Durango, CO  wmelart@yahoo.com to sign up and more info.

basic techniques/ understanding of adhesives/composition/ a little history and use of artist 35 year old history of collecting collage materials - all workshops beginning to experienced welcome, small classes and consultation on individual projects, all materials supplied, $75.

ALICIA BAILEY
WUNDERKAMMERS

Alicia Bailey of Denver, CO brings to the Art Library, Durango Arts Center her wondrous exhibit.
May 5-July 1
Opening Reception May 5, 5-7 PM

I am part of a collaborative project REACTION/ACTION at Studio &, Durango, CO.  I printed positive action text on paper strips, weighted down with crushed newspaper (T. headlines) wrapped with copper wire.  30 + were hung within the installation created by 30 artists.  Reception Friday night!

  

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 

maryellenlongart.com 

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

 http://videocast.du.edu/video/forest-stories-book-arts-from-the-environmental-studio-of-mary-ellen-long

University Libraries, Anderson Academic Commons (AAC)

University of Denver

2150 E. Evans Avenue, Denver CO 80208

303.871.3074

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.

Recent Work

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

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.

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

wmelart@yahoo.com 

maryellenlongart.com

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,

an annual event.  The Friends of the Art Library (FOAL), Barbara Klema, Deborah Gorton, Louise Grunewald, Leesa Gawlik, and Jane Steel are also showing wonderful artworks.

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

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

THE WHITE SEASON preview

Maureen May is using ice crystal photographs, boxing them beautifully

THE WHITE SEASON Preview continuing

Today: a painting detail by Joan K. Russell