Margret's Blog

Several days before the reception at the Lawrence Gallery, I found this splendid bouquet of flowers perched on my doorstep. It was sent by our great friends from San Diego, Joanne and Marty and was a lovely surprise. They are faithful friends and blog readers too, but could not be here for the event. I know they were there is spirit. Thank you … [Read more...] about Old Friends

Here I am on the left with a guest. Deep in thought and talking to Herchel's wife is my husband, Dave, on the right with The Tears of Fernad listening in.  … [Read more...] about The Painted Words

A surprise guest! It was an honor to have the charming daughter of a good friend come to the exhibit. Shannon's mother, Cheryl, and I were close until her untimely death several years ago. Cheryl was an artist passionate about her painting.  We spent many days and evenings  together enjoying our shared interests.  … [Read more...] about Gallery Talk

One of the most enjoyable things about a function such as this is meeting people and talking about paintings and art. All throughout the event guests asked questions about pigments and the 17th century techniques. As you can imagine, I was most happy to tell of my research experiences. … [Read more...] about Great Conversations!

The reception at Lawrence Gallery for the exhibit, Lessons from the Low Countries, June 7, 2007 was most exciting. First Thursdays in the Pearl District of Portland are usually hugely attended and very festive and this one was no different. The staff at the gallery, Gary and Signe Lawrence, Susan, Diane, Herschel, Jan, Kayley, Jenevive, Nazli, and … [Read more...] about Lawrence Gallery Reception

It quickly became very clear over the months of planning that it would take a huge amount of work, resources, and delegating to present an exhibit such as Lessons from the Low Countries. I knew it was important to employ the expertise of reliable companies with excellent reputations. After much searching, I found the perfect frame supplier with all … [Read more...] about Katayama Framing