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The Dedalo Center for Contemporary Art in Abruzzo, Italy has
recently selected two of Michelle "Mike" Ochonicky's etchings
to become part of the museum's permanent collection. Works
from around the world were reviewed and chosen to
participate in an international exhibition and competition in the
Abruzzo region, the municipality of Castiglione and the province
of Pescara. Initially, Ochonicky's works were on display at the
Dedalo from July 18-August 1, 2008, followed by exhibition in
the Museum in the Castle of Castiglione, August 1-7, 2008. A
third venue for the exhibition has just been announced to open
on October 4, extending the exhibition for three more weeks in
the region. Following these exhibitions, Ochonicky's works
will remain part of the collection of the Dedalo.
recently selected two of Michelle "Mike" Ochonicky's etchings
to become part of the museum's permanent collection. Works
from around the world were reviewed and chosen to
participate in an international exhibition and competition in the
Abruzzo region, the municipality of Castiglione and the province
of Pescara. Initially, Ochonicky's works were on display at the
Dedalo from July 18-August 1, 2008, followed by exhibition in
the Museum in the Castle of Castiglione, August 1-7, 2008. A
third venue for the exhibition has just been announced to open
on October 4, extending the exhibition for three more weeks in
the region. Following these exhibitions, Ochonicky's works
will remain part of the collection of the Dedalo.
Three Generations of Art
2009- It’s not every day when three generations of artists from one family are able to show their work
together. This is especially true when the artists, all from Missouri, are scattered in different places, and
the show is in Los Angeles, California.
Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky is no newcomer to the arts world. For twenty-eight years, she has operated
Stone Hollow Studio, best known for her unique hand-etched scrimshaw. Living near Eureka, she serves as
an advocate for the arts in St. Louis as Arts Editor of The Healthy Planet magazine, and on a state and
national level as Executive Director of Missouri Artisans Association.
Earlier in her career, it was her photography that gathered attention. Her work received awards in
national competitions and could be seen gracing the walls at Bass Pro Shop in Springfield, Missouri as
well as in resort brochures. Recent travels abroad resparked an old interest in photography, now
preferring rich, sepia tones for her work.
When her son Adam showed an interest in photography, she encouraged him. In no time,
Adam’s photography collected awards and was seen in publications. In 2006, his work was chosen for the
prestigious Missouri 50 exhibition at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Now a teacher and grad student in
Wisconsin, his photography was most recently shown at the McLean County Arts Center in Bloomington,
Illinois. His black and white work is thought-provoking.
While Christmas shopping last year, Ochonicky purchased a digital camera for her mother Ruth Harrigan.
At 81-years old, Ruth tackled the learning process and was soon producing spectacular photographs that
her friends and neighbors admired. Most interested in nature subjects, Ruth’s photographs of sunrises are
brilliantly colorful favorites. Ruth resides in South County.
So, when the opportunity came to show their work together as part of a national exhibition called, “Snap
to Grid,” at the Los Angeles Center for Digital Art on West Fifth Street in Los Angeles, California, these
three artists were delighted. It’s a huge show, with work by 500 artists from around the globe.
Said Rex Bruce, Director for the LACDA, “Our opening reception for this exhibit was completely “mobbed”
with all kinds of visitors. The Fifth Street galleries estimated about one thousand people attended our
cluster during the Downtown Art Walk and the
evening’s receptions, which included LACDA, Bert Green Fine Art and Pharmika….Some of these visitors
travel from all parts of the globe to ‘gallery hop’ in Los Angeles. This show is very popular and has
perked the interest of many in the art world. People often spend a great deal of time viewing the show and
there is lots of oohing and aahing.”
2009- It’s not every day when three generations of artists from one family are able to show their work
together. This is especially true when the artists, all from Missouri, are scattered in different places, and
the show is in Los Angeles, California.
Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky is no newcomer to the arts world. For twenty-eight years, she has operated
Stone Hollow Studio, best known for her unique hand-etched scrimshaw. Living near Eureka, she serves as
an advocate for the arts in St. Louis as Arts Editor of The Healthy Planet magazine, and on a state and
national level as Executive Director of Missouri Artisans Association.
Earlier in her career, it was her photography that gathered attention. Her work received awards in
national competitions and could be seen gracing the walls at Bass Pro Shop in Springfield, Missouri as
well as in resort brochures. Recent travels abroad resparked an old interest in photography, now
preferring rich, sepia tones for her work.
When her son Adam showed an interest in photography, she encouraged him. In no time,
Adam’s photography collected awards and was seen in publications. In 2006, his work was chosen for the
prestigious Missouri 50 exhibition at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Now a teacher and grad student in
Wisconsin, his photography was most recently shown at the McLean County Arts Center in Bloomington,
Illinois. His black and white work is thought-provoking.
While Christmas shopping last year, Ochonicky purchased a digital camera for her mother Ruth Harrigan.
At 81-years old, Ruth tackled the learning process and was soon producing spectacular photographs that
her friends and neighbors admired. Most interested in nature subjects, Ruth’s photographs of sunrises are
brilliantly colorful favorites. Ruth resides in South County.
So, when the opportunity came to show their work together as part of a national exhibition called, “Snap
to Grid,” at the Los Angeles Center for Digital Art on West Fifth Street in Los Angeles, California, these
three artists were delighted. It’s a huge show, with work by 500 artists from around the globe.
Said Rex Bruce, Director for the LACDA, “Our opening reception for this exhibit was completely “mobbed”
with all kinds of visitors. The Fifth Street galleries estimated about one thousand people attended our
cluster during the Downtown Art Walk and the
evening’s receptions, which included LACDA, Bert Green Fine Art and Pharmika….Some of these visitors
travel from all parts of the globe to ‘gallery hop’ in Los Angeles. This show is very popular and has
perked the interest of many in the art world. People often spend a great deal of time viewing the show and
there is lots of oohing and aahing.”
Ochonicky's Etchings Added to Italian Museum Collection
Above:
"Sunburst over
Bethlehem"
Right:
"Bugs in the Rain"
"Sunburst over
Bethlehem"
Right:
"Bugs in the Rain"
Top left: by Adam Ochonicky Right: by Mike Ochonicky
Lower left: by Ruth Harrigan
Lower left: by Ruth Harrigan
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Stone Hollow Studio Celebrates
31st Anniversary Year!
from the artist:
It's hard to believe that now thirty-one years have passed since
Stone Hollow Studio, LLC was formed~~who'd have thought we'd
last so long?!
Even as a child, I wanted to be an artist. My grandfather assured
me that someday I'd be "a regular artist"--I've often wondered if
there were "irregular" artists, but Grandpa never said. So, 'way
back in '79 (golly, that was in the last century!!), my dream became
reality in the stone basement of a house in St. Louis, Missouri. For
those who have wondered about the business name, I thought
"Stone Hollow" had a more artistic ring to it than "Stone Basement."
At a time when some businesses close as quickly as they open, we
know the secrets to longevity: quality and innovative, original
artwork; professional service; and, above all, loyal collectors and
customers. We recognize that we'd never have lasted so long
without support from our wonderful customers and we send our
heartfelt gratitude to every single one of you.
31st Anniversary Year!
from the artist:
It's hard to believe that now thirty-one years have passed since
Stone Hollow Studio, LLC was formed~~who'd have thought we'd
last so long?!
Even as a child, I wanted to be an artist. My grandfather assured
me that someday I'd be "a regular artist"--I've often wondered if
there were "irregular" artists, but Grandpa never said. So, 'way
back in '79 (golly, that was in the last century!!), my dream became
reality in the stone basement of a house in St. Louis, Missouri. For
those who have wondered about the business name, I thought
"Stone Hollow" had a more artistic ring to it than "Stone Basement."
At a time when some businesses close as quickly as they open, we
know the secrets to longevity: quality and innovative, original
artwork; professional service; and, above all, loyal collectors and
customers. We recognize that we'd never have lasted so long
without support from our wonderful customers and we send our
heartfelt gratitude to every single one of you.
If you missed the exhibition: "Mike" Ochonicky: A Retrospective Scrimshaw, Photography, & Drawing click: (see opening reception) June 19-July 14, 2009 Third Degree Glass 5200 Delmar St. Louis, Missouri --more info- |
| Look for more info in the recently-released Best of Missouri Hands Commemorative Book, also included in Missouri Life Magazine's October 2009 issue. |
| The Sketchbook Project involves work by artists from around the globe. Following tours, the works will reside in a permanent library collection in the U.S. Mike's new 2011 volume entitled "IN FLIGHT" is on national tour. Click here for tour schedule. ***** Mike's 2010 volume entitled "DANGER, DANGER" was exhibited during a national tour in Atlanta, GA, Brooklyn, NY , Los Angeles,CA , St. Louis, MO, Chicago,IL. |
| To view segment of KMOV-TV's "Great Day" show with Mike's work, please click here. |
| To view Mike's drawings, done onsite while recently in southern France, please click here. |
| Mike Ochonicky named Missouri's 2010 Selected Artist I have to admit that it’s not every day that the Governor’s office calls Stone Hollow Studio. The National Park Foundation doesn’t usually phone here either. So, when phone calls from both came in one week, I was quite surprised. But when an invitation from the White House arrived, asking me to “come on over when the President plugs in the National Christmas Tree this year,” I nearly fainted........ When President Barack Obama lighted the 88th National Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C., the official Missouri tree beside it was decorated entirely with Mike Ochonicky's designs. To read about the National Christmas Tree, click here. To view the project in process, click here. National video and even more info about the 2010 Project! Click here to watch television interview Watch television videos of 2010 Tree Lighting Ceremony |
| Official 2010 Missouri State Ornament |
| See the latest, scrimshaw works by Mike Ochonicky on exhibition at "GIFTED" Dec. 4, 2010-Jan.8, 2011 click for info PHD Gallery 2300 Cherokee Street St. Louis, Missouri This gallery was featured in The New York Times: Read about it |
Above: "Amelia's House"
Right:
A page from
"Danger, Danger"
A page from
"Danger, Danger"
