More work by Asher Mains
Maybe you have had the experience of walking into a gallery, and feeling a little confused. So much to see, so many paintings, and some are quite confusing. Maybe as you are doing this gallery walk you gaze at a painting, and you say to yourself “ I don’t see why this is on the…
We rehung the gallery today–have a look! New work by Oliver Benoit, Maria McClafferty, Asher Mains, Susan Mains, Marie Messenger. We think it looks really sleek and elegant–what do you think? Oliver BenoitSusan MainsThe archives The archivesMarie Messenger raku ceramicsits on a glass plain by Maria McClafferty Asher Mains with portrait, “Istra with the…
The following, “Istra with the Pearl Earring” done by Asher Mains, is a classic style oil portrait with an accessory nod to Vermeer. This work is done in 4 layers, the imprimatura, the grisaille and then two thin layers of color. This portrait is 16″x20″ and is the smallest size of portraits we are offering…
Due to our many requests for portraits here at Art and Soul Gallery, we our now happy to respond with Art and Soul Portraits. The process of having your portrait done represents a personal connection between yourself and the artist. Not only is your likeness being depicted on canvas but also, the artist’s unique perception and expression of…
I have witnessed many conversations about art. Whether it is a student critique, a discourse on a historical piece of art, or a gallery exhibition, the verbosity of the art world is not in peril. I have, however, witnessed faux pas as grand as the artistic themes they attempt to describe. Not all of…
Remember this from 2012? This was BEFORE Kirani had won his first olympic gold. And he is in Rio right now, getting ready for the repeat. Our thoughts and best wishes are with this Grenadian jaguar. Asher painted this Kirani James portrait, Grenada’s hope for a first ever gold medal at the Olympics. Kirani will…
The new Art and Soul Gallery at Spiceland Mall has been a conversation piece for considering the role of art and it’s presentation, especially in Grenadian society. Many people question whether art represents an integral cultural component or whether it is an expendable luxury that is more form than function. Art has always progressed along…
Important for now while you have the time!
Recently, I wrote an article on the socio-economic value of collecting art, especially when compared to other things you may spend money on. Some people may be excited about collecting art and converting their money into a timeless and never ending supply of beauty and inspiration but with the myriad of options may…
Jouvert Girl. The Early Monday morning of the celebration of Carnival. Coming soon to Grenada.
With his recent appearance with Grenada’s first Official National Pavilion at the 2015 Venice Biennale, Asher Mains is an emerging voice in the Southern Caribbean that is worth noting. Having shown work in his home country of Grenada over the past 20 years, Mains has also shown in New York, Berlin, Barbados, Shanghai, and Rio…
16″ x 24″ Acrylic on Banana Fiber, Asher Mains
18″ x 14″ Oil on Canvas, Asher Mains
18″ x 14″ Oil on Canvas, Asher Mains
18″ x 14″ Oil on Canvas, Asher Mains
Susan Mains Gallery 