This year will be the first time in three years I'm unable to attend the art opening of my very good friends Chris Ryniak and Amanda Louise Spayd. Unfortunately times are hard and traveling isn't something possible right now but I'm definitely there in spirit. Their two person show opens tonight at Stranger Factory in Albuquerque, NM. If you don't know about Stranger Factory or Circus Posterus, it's owned but two of my other favorite people, Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters. If you are ever in the area, art opening or not, be sure to stop by their shop. It's a wonderful designer toy art heaven and everyone that works there is awesome. They are definitely part of my extended family and have all helped me through hard times in one way or another. Such amazingly caring, generous people with huge hearts.
I've seen a few sneak peak of the pieces from the show tonight that Chris and Amanda have shared and I'm always blown away. They are both extremely talented hard workers and it shows it their work. What I've always loved is their attention to detail, colors and use of materials. Like every show of theirs, the pieces will probably sell out quick tonight which I know for a lot of collectors that can't make it to the show, is something hard to deal with because everyone wants a chance to own one of their pieces. I know for me personally, I've had the ability in the past to get my little hands on some of their work and although I know I will not be able this time, I'm beyond happy for them that their work is loved so much that so many people want to own one. That's a huge a compliment for any artist and I'm excited for all of the people that get to attend the show and see everything in person.
I love the new addition of clear and transparent resin used along with painted resin in their current pieces. I was waiting for someone to start doing that more in an effective way and I think for the theme of this show, Unseen Forces, the process fits perfectly. If you are not familiar with Chris or Amanda's work please check out their personal sites. I promise the creatures they create will make you smile.
Best of luck with the show tonight Chris and Amanda. Not that you need it because I know it will be amazing! Love you both.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone and be sure to sign up on the circusposterus.com site to get email updates for upcoming shows and previews of the shows. Anything that doesn't sell from Unseen Forces will go up online and be available to purchase if you cannot attend although I have feeling there might not be much of anything left :)
XOXO
-Sara
(all photos on this post are property of Chris and Amanda. I only edited them together.)
