“A Father-Daughter Pop-Up Art Show” featuring Holland Van Gores and Julie Van Gores
4-7 p.m., Sept. 13 opening party;
exhibition continues 12-4 p.m. on Sept. 14, 15 and 16
Location: Marsha Hammel’s studio, 1901 Kanuga Rd., Hendersonville
Free and open to the public
Studio exhibition to feature the work of sculptor Holland Van Gores and newcomer painter Julie Van Gores.
The Gallery at Flat Rock and Marsha Hammel’s “Studio on Kanuga” are excited to present a pop-up exhibition of the work of father-and-daughter artists Holland Van Gores and Julie Van Gores. “A Father-Daughter Pop-Up Art Show”—which will be held at Hammel’s studio space on Kanuga Road—will open with a reception on Sept. 13 and be available for viewing for just three additional days following the opening. The show will serve as an introduction to the work of Julie Van Gores, a painter in oils and watercolor. Julie’s father Holland, who is represented by The Gallery at Flat Rock, is well known for his polychromed wood vessel sculptures. He will be exhibiting new work as well as legacy pieces in this two-person show. The artistic relationship of Holland and Julie reflects the longstanding tradition of creatives from different generations inspiring and encouraging each other as artists, says Hammel.
“Her techniques as a painter are advanced. She understands, intuitively, composition, balance, color theories and has an imaginative approach to subject,” says Hammel, who recognized Julie’s natural talent for painting when she attended one of Marsha’s painting workshops this June. “My advice to her was, simply, do the work. Draw every day, paint as often as you can. She is already doing that with a full schedule, going to school full-time and a job, while maintaining a studio practice.”
Julie Van Gores, 23, is rising senior in the Fine Art program at Western Carolina University. Her father Holland says it’s a wonderful experience to stand alongside his daughter as a fellow artist. “My mother was a lifelong artist and a huge influence on my creativity,” says Holland. “Seeing another generation carry that forward is very meaningful.”
The opening party for “A Father-Daughter Pop-Up Art Show” will feature live music from master guitarist Richard Kuncicky as well as light snacks and beverages. Following the opening, the show will be open for viewing at Hammel’s studio from 12-4 p.m. on Sept. 14, 15 and 16.