Tim Collom Gallery will have a solo show of the work of Maxine Soloman this month entitled “Beyond Silence.” Shown here is “Somewhere Beyond Fiction and Reality #6,” 23” by 30”in oil on paper on panel, glazed. Tim Collom Gallery is 915 20th St. Visit timcollomgallery.com
“Enthusiasm emerges whenever I begin a pet portrait. However, with each impending portrait, this also brings the slight terror and fear of not quite capturing the personality and spirit of the beloved pet. Those fears are allayed, however, when wide grins or tears of joy are received in response to the final rendition.” Visit watercolorcat.com
Julie Smiley’s main work is in oil painting, although she often uses mixed media. Her art is influenced by her sensitivity to relationships between people and physical spaces, and ideas of social and personal control. Her current work focuses on the local landscapes. Smiley is represented by the John Natsoulas Gallery. Visit natsoulas.com
Randy Brennan’s interest in art began in grade school with a focus on alternate studies, such as design and architecture. During college, he found interest in the human form through painting and sculpture. His perspective has been shaped by his work with numerous galleries, art exhibitions, and local and international artists. He and his family live in River Park. Visit Randybrennan.com
Winkler is a Sacramento artist and Professor Emeritus, Art Department at Sac State. She works in a variety of media and subject matter. Shown: “Along the Delta,” acrylic on paper is in a private collection. Visit mariawinkler.com.
Shown: “Santa,” oil on canvas by Janet Weidel. It is part of the group show “Here Comes Santa Claus” at the Archival Gallery at 3223 Folsom Blvd. This group show features artist’s interpretations of Father Christmas or holiday themes. The show runs Dec. 4-22.
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