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- Positano, Italy by EmmaStern Acrylic
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- “Of a Time Gone By” by Ruth K. Penn Porcelain Clay
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- “Kitchen Still Life in Which an Eggshell Does It’s Best Impression of Mickey Mouse” by Phil Jensen Oil on Panel
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- “Temptations” by Debra Keirce Acrylic
Yesterday I was able to get to the Parklane Gallery in Kirkland, WA to investigate The 21st Annual International Juried Miniature Show. I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect but I must say that I was pleasantly surprised. I was under the impression that this was more like a museum than an actually gallery but it in no way disappointed. While their main focus was on the miniatures, there was no shortage other interesting pieces of art work to enjoy. I spent the majority of my time focusing on what I came there for before I enjoyed the other things they had to offer. Unfortunately there were no miniature rooms for me to look at but the show was full of beautiful pieces of miniature artwork. There were over three hundred and fifty pieces of artwork all sized no bigger than a post card, including intricate paintings, mixed media art work as well as sculptures. My favorite was a piece titled Robot Art Collectors (by Talia Silveri) mainly because of it’s creativity and I believed it tied into our course work well because it represented a Robot’s domestic space. 
However there were numerous interesting art works that caught my eye. I was extremely impressed by the detail in each piece of art. The gallery provided magnifying glasses so that you wouldn’t miss anything. I highly recommend this show, it will be open until June 2 and the docent is very nice and willing to answer any questions about the artwork you may have.
Stephanie Kozick
Kate, your visit to the Parklane Gallery was a perfect fit for your project. Did you know that your favorite piece, “Robot Art Collectors (by Talia Silveri)” displays some classic tiny versions of famous art work by Mondrian, van Gogh, Magritte, and, I think, Pollack? Your focus on the artists’ “detail” gave you some kindred spirits to relate to–others are also intrigued and give energy to designing in “tiny.” You should one day go the Seattle Asian Museum to see the exquisite tiny snuff bottles from China–a whole tiny museum within the museum. Stephanie
Kitty Center
Wow!
I am amazed at the detail and vivid colors in the Emma Stern painting. Looking at miniature art reminds me of making an effort to really taste food. One has to move slowly and savor each tidbit. I love that they provided magnifying glasses. I am glad that the exhibit is open through
June 2nd. I would like to see it.
Jeremy Van Orman
What a perfect fit for your project! The “Robot Art Collectors” piece is great. I really like the idea of giving life to inanimate objects and the use of circuit boards within the piece. It reminds me of a piece I saw during arts walk. The artist focused on cyborg themed art and constructed numerous ships and cubes out of circuit boards and miscellaneous electronics. I really appreciate the use of odd objects in creating familiar spaces. I’m glad you found such a good exhibit!