{"id":85091,"date":"2013-12-19T00:46:58","date_gmt":"2013-12-19T05:46:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theonering.net\/torwp\/?p=85091"},"modified":"2013-12-19T00:53:36","modified_gmt":"2013-12-19T05:53:36","slug":"out-of-the-shire-wonderful-art-show-tribute-to-tolkiens-middle-earth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theonering.net\/torwp\/2013\/12\/19\/85091-out-of-the-shire-wonderful-art-show-tribute-to-tolkiens-middle-earth\/","title":{"rendered":"“Out of the Shire”: Wonderful Art Show Tribute to Tolkien’s Middle-earth"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Artwork<\/a> I’ve always found it fascinating how J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth continues to captivate generations of artists around the world. TheOneRing.net has proudly produced 6 art shows over the years, shining a spotlight on both professional and fan artists alike. I was delighted to attend the opening reception of \u201cOut of the Shire\u201d, a new gallery exhibit in tribute to Tolkien and his inspiring work.<\/p>\n

Nucleus<\/a> is an art gallery and store located at 210 East Main Street in Alhambra, California. It’s a charming space that sells various art books, crafts, t-shirts and more. The gallery side is perfectly set up for exhibits with fantastic lighting. The artwork was laid out in such a way that it allows each piece to stand on its own to be admired. And there is some truly incredible artwork on display!<\/p>\n

\"Out<\/a> \"I<\/a><\/p>\n

Over 30 artists are on exhibit, showing a wide variety of styles – from paintings to illustrations, paper craft to sculptures, and more. I especially loved pieces that were original interpretations of beloved characters, not inspired by images from the Peter Jackson movies. You could see how the artist interpreted a character based on the writing of Tolkien himself, just as you do in your mind’s eye when you read “The Hobbit” or “The Lord of the Rings”.<\/p>\n

\"Bilbo<\/a> \"The<\/a> \"Out<\/a><\/p>\n

Stand outs include the whimsical watercolors of Justin Gerard<\/a>, an incredible fossilized Balrog by Tohru Patrick Awa, the lovely paintings by Caroline Hadilaksono, and a charming acrylic of Bilbo meeting Gandalf by Erik Krenz to name just a few. A special treat is the gorgeous artwork on display by TORn favorites Donato Giancola<\/a> and Ted Nasmith<\/a>. Keith Noordzy<\/a>, who took part in our “An Unexpected Art Show”<\/a> last February, is also part of the exhibit.<\/p>\n

\"Ents<\/a> \"Embers<\/a><\/p>\n

If you’re in the Los Angeles area, I’d highly recommend you check out this special exhibit in person. It’s well worth a visit. “Out of the Shire”<\/a> is free and runs until January 12, 2014.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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