James Oliver Gallery

The James Oliver Gallery Presents:

"The Indulgencies" at the Main Gallery
The Indulgencies an exhibition of computer cut vinyl drawings by Nick Cassway Opening Reception Friday, November 4, 2011 6 - 9pm Show runs until January 13, 2012 Nick Cassway’s new body of work uses computer cut vinyl on plexiglass to portray graphically bold portraits of his friends at play. The subjects in The Indulgencies derive from unposed and candid snapshots depicting scenes of revelry, camaraderie and goofing for the camera. Through these images we are given an opportunity to unabashedly stare at others, see ourselves and reflect on what it means to be a social human.


at the Annex Gallery:
"Time,Light, Chance"
December 8, 2011 - March 2, 2012 “Sometimes just a fraction of a second can provide the eye with enormous visual delight. An Expressway overpass swishes over your head, a glance at a body of water at the right place and right light and weather conditions, cast shadows that have a life of their own are among these that I harvest and distill. I hope you enjoy looking at these works as much as I enjoy making them.” -RON JOHNSON The James Oliver Gallery (JOG) is pleased to present Ron Johnson’s fourth exhibition with the gallery, TIME, LIGHT, CHANCE. The opening reception will take place Thursday, December 8th, 5:30pm-8:30 and the show will run from December 8th through March 2nd 2012. This is a must-see exhibition! Experience Johnson’s unique color and composition alluding to the intangible. These exquisite oil paintings capture the transience and playfulness of everyday light and shadow. Born to missionaries in the Philippines, Johnson graduated with honors from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. He has primarily exhibited in solo shows at JOG including: Billboards and Trees (2006), Field Rhythm Zoom (2007), and also Scents and Form (2008) with world-renowned sculptor, Emil Alzamora. His most recent exhibition with JOG was Transplant (2009) with sculptor Steven Earl Weber. Blackney Hayes Architects, through their generous patronage of local arts, has initiated an umbrella of support to the James Oliver Gallery. This support enables JOG to expand its mission in exhibiting great quality, contemporary works by increasing its accessibility to a larger audience. Blackney Hayes Architects Independence Mall West Suite 1200 Philadelphia, PA 19106 blackneyhayes.com Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Entrance on Chestnut St. between 6th and 7th (215) 829-0922 Public Ledger Building (267) 918-7432