Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Sidney Sinclair promoted by the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce publication

Sidney Sinclair
"Chapters"
J.R. Mooney Galleries, Boerne



Sidney Sinclair was featured by the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce with an article written by Gabriel Diego Delgado, for her artwork at J.R. Mooney Galleries, Boerne. 

Read the article online at:



Sidney Sinclair
“Chapters”
J.R. Mooney Galleries, Boerne


By: Gabriel Diego Delgado
Gallery Director

A cancer survivor, Sinclair works through her personal experiences with disease, sickness, acceptance of an ephemeral life, medical recovery, and an onward attitude in a new body of artwork that pays homage to her attitude about life and the precious moments we share collectively, personally, and universally.  From crosses to abstraction to scenic renditions of the world around her, Sinclair captures each with new eyes – ones of a survivor who looks at things a little different. 

Collectable scenes that were reminiscent of Venetian paradises complete with adorned doorways, paths, balconies, and architecture, landed Sidney onto the collections of prominent Texas Art aficionados. However, life courses outside of her control would alter her outlook and transform her artwork into a new self-reflective epiphany of sorts – abandoning quasi-obsessive detailing, she intuitively captures vast plains with feathered swatches of color; landscapes that are part dream, part referential, but wholly Sinclair.
Staying true to tradition Sinclair makes sure light, romance, and mystery are integral feelings depicted throughout her dreamy, hazy, airy, and ephemeral landscapes.

Sidney Sinclair also draws on extensive art historical connotations of Catholic Iconology, mixing a personal story with contemporary geometric images. The holy symbol of atonement and contemporary Christian icon is now being used by contemporary artists who have taken its form and used it in a fine art, home décor and visual aesthetic. Sinclair has been drawn to the image of the cross as her illness weighed heavy on her mortality. She was conscious of the coded, loaded and perceptive qualities of the cross, knowing its full repertoire of language, personal afflictions, and individual connectedness for her audience. These shapes are at times a recognizable mark filled with religious overtones, while on the other hand some are deliberately missing the overt iconology and relishing in the pure abstraction of symmetrical shapes

Sidney earned her Bachelors of Arts Degree at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, with a short stint at the Warren Hunter School of Art in Texas.  This fourth generation Texan has studied with international, national, and regional artists. Sidney studied watercolor under Darrell Trott of Australia, and oil painting with artists David Leffel and Gregg Kruetz of the Art Student League in New York City; rounding out a stellar academic course of still life and portraiture with artist nationally recognized galleriest and Western Painter, Jay Hester of Highland House Gallery, Boerne, Texas.

Sidney`s work has appeared in American Art Review, Country Lifestyle, and Food & Leisure magazines. She has shown at the Alamo Kiwanis Annual Invitational Art Show, the Western Art Invitational, and the Texas Hill Country Invitational at Tapatio Springs Resort, the Boerne Parade of Artists, and the annual Art Walk in San Antonio. Sidney was featured at the Bright Shawl, participated in the American Heart Association fundraiser, and One Woman Shows in San Antonio, Texas and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Sidney`s work is collected by art collectors throughout the United States and Europe.



Friday, October 18, 2013

Fine Art Holiday Gifts



THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE!!!!!

J R Mooney Galleries Of Fine Art is offering free and complementary gift wrapping on all art and jewelry purchases through the holidays. 

Fine Art makes a great gift!

*****Come in and see our new selections.******




Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Sidney Sinclair Nov. 9, 2013 Second Saturday Art and Wine, J.R Mooney Galleries


Sidney Sinclair
New Chapters
Opens Nov. 9, 2013

“....I am inspired by the beauty of nature and the people who surround me. I paint from the heart with emotion and interpretive insight to capture the romance, the beauty and the mystery of life with passion, creativity, excitement and visual power. I want to ignite the imagination and innermost feelings of each and every viewer.   I am thankful for this gift and the ability to share with others what has become my life's work."
 - Sidney Sinclair



Join J. R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art as they celebrate November’s Second Saturday, November 9, 2013 from 4 pm – 8pm with their curatorial hanging of new works by Boerne’s own, Sidney Sinclair.

Sidney Sinclair’s passion for her work is evident in each piece she creates.  Light, romance, and mystery are integral senses depicted throughout the geo metric designs and landscapes which will be on display at J.R. Mooney Galleries. Sidney earned her Bachelors of Arts Degree at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, with a short stint at the Warren Hunter School of Art in Texas.  This fourth generation Texan has studied with international, national, and regional artists. Sidney studied watercolor under Darrell Trott of Australia, and oil painting with artists David Leffel and Gregg Kruetz of the Art Student League in New York City; rounding out a stellar academic course of still life and portraiture with artist nationally recognized galleriest and Western Painter, Jay Hester of Highland House Gallery, Boerne, Texas.

Sidney`s work has appeared in American Art Review, Country Lifestyle, and Food & Leisure magazines. She has shown at the Alamo Kiwanis Annual Invitational Art Show, the Western Art Invitational, and the Texas Hill Country Invitational at Tapatio Springs Resort, the Boerne Parade of Artists, and the annual Art Walk in San Antonio. Sidney was featured at the Bright Shawl, participated in the American Heart Association fundraiser, and One Woman Shows in San Antonio, Texas and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Sidney`s work is collected by art collectors throughout the United States and Europe.

Who:
Boerne’s 2nd Saturday Art and Wine
J. R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art

What:
Free monthly Art Walk at select galleries and art venues throughout Boerne, TX.

When:
November 9, 2013, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Where:
JR Mooney Galleries of Fine Art: 305 S. Main Street Boerne, TX 78006 830.816.5106

For more information and to download a map to all the galleries, go to
www.secondsaturdayartandwine.com, or call 830.249.1500.

Contact Gabriel Diego Delgado at J. R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art  at 830-816-5106

Seeing the Forest from the Trees

Sneak peek at J.R. Mooney Galleries October 2013 Second Saturday, Oct 12, 2013 from 4 pm - 8 pm

Come join us, see the new changes to the gallery and be sure to ask about the changes for the new year.


Seeing the Forest from the Trees
Nature’s touch in artistic compositions

--Historically trees offer good shelter and decoration in form and color. A tree can give shade and optimism to the weariest of travelers, so much so, that entire cities are formed around areas that support such vegetation. Over the years, deep roots sustain life and the cycle between man and the tree continue. 

Written By: Betty Houston, Sales Consultant, J.R. Mooney Galleries, Boerne
























Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Texas Hill Country Invitational and the Explore Magazine

Texas Hill Country Invitational Art Exhibition

See the newest edition of Explore Magazine Oct 2013 and read about the Texas Hill Country Invitational Art exhibition at the Cana Ballroom in Boerne, Texas Oct. 18-20, 2013

http://issuu.com/smvpublications/docs/explore_1013_web/15?e=1362285%2F5055903








Framing Picture of the Day 10-2-2013

People are always asking:

 “How much is it to frame a painting, a family photo, etc. etc.?"

 ....So we have put together a nice selection of samples with approx. pricing to show you the affordability of framing your treasures.

Each price is approx. price and is only a sample based on current costs, excluding fitting fees and material availability. Sample price does not include mat, glass or any other additional stacking or molding samples unless otherwise stated.

The Imperial Silver series samples

If you would want your 5” x 7” image framed in these Impressive Silver series 



•         $59.00 without glass to $90.00 with 1” mat and glass for the Top selection
•         $102.00 without glass to $148.50 with 1” mat and glass for the Middle selection
•         $186.00 without glass to $242.40 with 1” mat and glass for the Bottom            
             selection

Call us today at 830-816-5106 for your framing needs

We will continue to bring you framing selections every few days as we spotlight the current moldings available at J.R. Mooney Galleries