122611 120 Artists CoOp celebrates the holidays with one man exhibit by Jim Spires
By Sharon Haught
December 17, 2011
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Summary: Renowned local potter and sculptor Jim Spires presented his latest creations during a one man exhibition at the 120 Artists CoOp from Dec. 13-16.
The 120 Artists CoOp celebrated the holidays in style when the group welcomed renowned local potter and sculptor Jim Spires for a one man exhibit from Dec. 13-16.
During the opening reception for the exhibition on Dec. 13, the public had the opportunity to meet Spires while enjoying refreshments and live musical entertainment by local singer Jeanne Miller.
The exhibit concluded with a closing celebration on Dec. 13 during which Spires demonstrated the techniques he uses to create his unique pottery. Providing the musical backdrop for the closing event was local musician Gretchen Pluess.
The 120 Artists CoOp brings together 16 talented local artists who work in such varied media pottery, jewelry, sculpture, glass, metal, watercolors, acrylics, pencil and oils. The organizations goal is to provide up and coming and established artists with an outlet to share their talents while providing the local community with reasonably priced art.
Information on the 120 Artists CoOp can be found on to the groups web site at www.the120artistscoop.com.For more information on Jim Spires work log on to www.jimspirespottery.com.
