Going into my 15th year as a full time artist, I would like to say thanks to all the collectors, galleries, organizers, students, friends and supporters who have made this possible. In this time I have continually grown as an artist. Practicing my art full time has given me the opportunity to travel, exhibit, and teach workshops all over the world.
Three years ago I opened my public studio and gallery -True Measure. This is where you can find me working, as well as hosting monthly exhibitions of other artists work, taking no commission from these artists has given me the chance to give back. I invite the public to my studio where they can see my latest works and ask me questions directly about my motivations, ideas, and inspirations.
This past year I slowed down and took the time to really reflect on all of this, focusing on personal projects and exploration. Its been a lot of work and a lot of fun, thanks so much for being involved and supporting what I do! Cant wait to see what happens next.
There is a lot coming up and things are about to get busy again – Mexico Workshop, Mural reveal, Exhibition at Communion, Skype critiques, and a ton more.
You can check out the links in my monthly newsletter to find out more…
Hey everyone! Just wanted to give a heads up that two of my east coast artist friends will be making my studio their weekend home, April 2018. Kecia Deveney (keciadeveney.com) and Seth Apter (http://thealteredpage.blogspot.com) will be teaching their workshop, Field Guide to Altered Avians, April 12-15 at True Measure Gallery. A mixed media, recycle/upcycle, sculptural class; Altered Avians will be about creating a dimensional bird sculpture utilizing a variety of techniques. All skill levels welcome. The best part? Two instructors for the price of one! Now that I’ve piqued your curiosity, you can read all about the workshop here. (http://www.glendasmiles.com/field-guide-to-altered-avians/#guests)
heroes and icons is a collage of sound made up of childrens records, hip hop beats, field recordings of street music and captured sounds forced together with a live performance sampler, a record player and cdj. creating a time and place made up of many different and distinct eras that create mental images of a time gone by but still ever present in our media driven society. crackling records, black and white television commercials, lost cassette recordings from family vacations, and other lost memories.
I will be one of the artists participating in this event…
July 14, 2017 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
The Monster Drawing Rally returns for a third year of drawing under the summer stars! A drawing event and fundraiser featuring more than 75 Portland-based artists, Monster Drawing Rally is part performance, part laboratory, part art bazaar—an incredible opportunity to watch some of your favorite Portland artists create original drawings from a blank page. The event begins promptly at 6 p.m. in the Museum’s courtyard and consists of three one-hour rounds that each feature approximately 25 different artists drawing simultaneously. As the drawings are completed, they are immediately hung up and made available for a flat price of $35 each. If more than one person wants to purchase a particular work, the winner will be determined by drawing straws. Proceeds support free school and youth programs at the Museum. The Monster Drawing Rally provides a unique opportunity to watch a drawing come to life, and to purchase a work of art minutes after its completion.
Bring the Family! The Museum will also feature the Li’l Monster Drawing Rally, a section where children and families may sit, draw, and display their work for the evening.
