New Artwork Adorns Kalispell

Now there's art on the outside of our building too. The top piece is by Mark Ogle and the two side pieces are by my late father, Joe Abbrescia.

If you have not yet had the opportunity, stop by the newest art gallery & studios in Kalispell. Now is a great time to make the trip and enter our drawing for a chance to win Ogle or Abbrescia art! Our Grand Opening is on Saturday, April 7, 2012. Two names will be drawn during the week of April 9th. And, like the saying goes... you can't win if you don't play!

The gallery features the artworks of both Mark Ogle and Joe Abbrescia. Abbrescia's work is now represented by his son, Joe Abbrescia Jr. Originals and fine art prints on canvas (giclees) from both artists are available. Another unique feature of this space is that it is also the new home of the Abbrescia Art Restoration Studio. Many interesting things happening in Joe's studio!

When Art Comes Full Circle- Joe Abbrescia & Mark Ogle Together Again

When Art Comes Full Circle
With the help of Sykes owner Ray Thompson; Mark Ogle and Joe Abbrescia Jr. bring two Art Studios back to downtown Kalispell. Kalispell, MT 11/16/2011 - The Sykes Complex will be getting new tenants in time for the Kalispell Art Walk on December 2, 2011. The Art Studios of Mark Ogle and Joe Abbrescia Jr., are joining forces and moving into the newly remodeled Sykes location at 236 Second Ave West in Kalispell (recently the home of the “Jungle Rama” Day Care).

Sykes owner, Ray Thompson, had a vision for the arts in regards to his current building remodel, which is located across the parking lot from the Sykes Restaurant and Market. Ray Thompson asked artist, Mark Ogle if he would like to move his studio back to the downtown Kalispell area. Ogle then asked family friend, conservator, Joe Abbrescia Jr., if he would like to share the newly remodeled space. With the original Abbrescia Art Gallery building on First Ave West for sale; the timing couldn’t be better for Abbrescia Art Restoration to move into a new space.

It’s really ironic when one sees something come full circle. Mark Ogle had been a prominent student of the late artist, Joe Abbrescia, who was recognized as "one of America's most accomplished impressionist painters". Mark has also known the Abbrescia family for many years. In fact, Joe Abbrescia Jr., used to listen to his Dad and Mark discuss color theory and composition as a young boy, both in Scottsdale and in Montana. Joe Jr. has lived his entire life immersed in the arts and also under the tutelage of his late father. Now, Abbrescia and Ogle will share one beautiful new studio space in downtown Kalispell.

Mark Ogle has earned a substantial reputation as one of the most talented landscape painters in America, and is very well known locally for his Glacier Park landscapes. Joe Abbrescia Jr. (Abbrescia Art Restoration Studio) specializes in the conservation and restoration of fine art oil paintings with emphasis on prominent western artists. Both studios will call the new space home; and the gallery portion will showcase original artwork and fine art giclee prints on canvas of both Ogle and the late Joe Abbrescia.

Make plans to join us for the Annual Art Walk and Holiday Stroll in downtown Kalispell on Friday, December 2nd from 5 pm - 9 pm, see the new studios and enjoy tasty snacks prepared by “Giuseppe” (a.k.a Joe).

Abbrescia - Christmas Holiday Art Show

Join us for our Christmas Holiday Art Show opening on November 11, 2011 at The Gallerie at Piney Creek located at 100 Central Ave in Whitefish, Montana.


Several smaller pieces with a vast array of price points have been added to the ABBRESCIA Room which showcases the artworks of my late father, Joseph L. Abbrescia.


Hopefully, I'll see you there! Stop in and say "hello"!

Glacier Park, "Grinnel Glacier Trail" Canvas Art Print by Joe Abbrescia

Glacier Park, "Grinnel Glacier Trail" Canvas Art Print by Joe Abbrescia is now available in two sizes: 12" x 16" or 18" x 24".

The Grinnell Glacier Trail is one of the most scenic hikes in Glacier National Park. When hiking the Grinnell Glacier Trail, a hiker will pass by crystal clear mountain lakes, towering mountains and will have the unique opportunity to stand on a glacier if one chooses. The trail runs for 6 miles and has a vertical gain of 1600 feet. The first two miles of the trail are essentially flat. Beyond that, the trail has a gradual incline up to its end. The trail ends at Upper Grinnell Lake and Grinnell Glacier at the base of the continental divide.

View the details at:
http://www.abbresciafineart.com/glacierpark_grinnellglacier_trail.htm

Glacier Park, "Highline Trail" Giclee Fine Art Print by Joe Abbrescia

Glacier Park, "Highline Trail" giclee fine art print by Joe Abbrescia is now available for purchase online in several sizes and price ranges from $250.00 to $875.00.

The Highline Trail in Glacier National Park is one of the most popular trails in the park, and for good reason. It is highly scenic and also relatively easy in comparison to other trails in Glacier National Park. Highline Trail begins at Logan's Pass and ends at Granite Park Chalet.

The link below takes you to the details.

http://www.abbresciafineart.com/glacierpark_highline_trail.htm

Glacier National Park Canvas Art Prints, by Abbrescia

Grinnell Glacier Trail and Highline Trail are the two new giclee canvas art prints being launched by Abbrescia Fine Art Gallery, just in time for summer. Enjoy the granduer of Montana's spectacular Glacier National Park as captured by Joe Abbrescia. These prints will be viewable and for purchase online within the next few days.
Afterall, it's summer and where better to be than in Glacier National Park?
This is a "sneak peek" for my subscribers.













Grinnell Glacier Trail Giclee is available in the following sizes:
12" x 16" for $195.00
18" x 24" for $445.00











Highline Trail Giclee is available in the following sizes:
12" x 18" for $225.00
16" x 24" for $395.00
20" x 30" for $595.00
24" x 36" for $875.00

Both giclee reproductions are limited edition prints of only 250, and come with a certificate of authenticity. Each giclee on canvas fine art print will be mailed rolled and ready for your professional framer to stretch on bars and frame without glass like the original oil painting.

Abbrescia-Mountain Man-Evening Shadows

Abbrescia's latest mountain man giclee art print entitled "Evening Shadows" is now available online at: www.abbresciafineart.com/mountainman_eveningshadows.htm

Mountain Man Giclee Prints

ABBRESCIA Fine Art has launched Giclee fine art prints on canvas of one of Joe's revered subjects; the life of the mountain man in the days of the rugged old west.
"Crossing the Divide" by Joe Abbrescia, is available as a limited edition of 250.

What is an Abbrescia Giclee Print ?

Giclee (pronounced "gee-clay") is the term used for what is currently the most advanced digital fine art printmaking technology. High quality digital images are created from the original artwork and printed with 8-color to 12-color professional printers and archival quality inks onto various surfaces. The giclée printing process provides incredibly detailed prints that last longer (in excess of 120 years) and have a brighter, crisper gamut of color that is far beyond that of lithography, producing a print that is rival to the original painting.
In giclee printing, no screen or other mechanical devices are used and therefore there is no visible dot screen pattern. The image has all the tonalities and hues of the original painting.
Giclee prints can be produced on many substrates, including canvas and paper. Abbrescia Fine Art usually chooses to print on canvas. By printing on canvas, the prints are rival only to the original oil painting as they have the same color and the texture is very near the original. Giclee art prints on canvas are also intended to be hung the same as an original painting, without glass. In many cases, a giclee art print on canvas is mistaken for an original.
Canvas prints are much more durable than paper prints as they do not crease when rolled for mailing and do not tear or get crumpled as easily.
Giclee art prints can be made in various sizes up to and including the size of the original painting without any contortion. Joe Abbrescia completed many large paintings such as 40" x 60" and even larger for private commissions.
We invite you to browse our giclee art prints as we have many sizes and prices available.
Each Giclée canvas will be shipped ready to be stretched and framed (without glass, just like an original painting) by your local professional framer.
Thanks for your interest!

Abbrescia Launches New Giclees

Abbrescia has launched 3 new giclee fine art prints on canvas, by Joe Abbrescia.

• Tillamook Bay - the original painting was sized at 18" x 27". The giclee is also 18" x 27.
• Morning Call - several sizes and prices available.
• Autumn Reflections - several sizes and prices available, from 12" x 18", up to 24" x 36".