18 May 2005

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Tenley Rosato, Spirits In Stone, 650.892.0492


Artist Appearance: An Evening with Wosene
Spirits In Stone Gallery at the Claremont Resort & Spa

Spirits In Stone is honored to host a Giclée Release Party of works by internationally acclaimed painter Wosene on June 18 at the gallery located in the Claremont Resort & Spa.

When working with fine arts printers to create the giclée (a giclée is the finest reproduction of an original piece of art) of his most recent painting - Monterey Bay II - Wosene became fascinated with the union of art and technology.

Monterey Bay II, 2005

"Through the computer, I have access to so many more colors than I could possibly mix on my palette in the studio." The Ethiopian-born Wosene will be showing these limited edition prints. Each print is unique, each slightly different - a work of art in itself. Also on display will be numerous original works.

Wosene's remarkable blending of color with the graceful lines and sensuous forms of Amharic calligraphy has been described as a kind of åvisual poetry." His paintings have earned permanent exhibit status at venues including the Smithsonian, where his works are now curated and owned as part of the museum's permanent collection. Among his other honors are a commission from the United Nations to create a painting that was made into a stamp for the theme "Africa In Crisis."

Wosene has a long association with Spirits In Stone Galleries, which carry the world's most extensive selection of his works. Spirits In Stone is also noted for its unparalleled collection of African Shona sculpture, baskets, masks, and fine jewelry.

Wosene, who professionally uses only his first name, is a Berkeley resident who maintains a studio in Oakland. This appearance requires no admission fee - just come and treat yourself to an illuminating evening with a remarkable man and world-class artist. To learn more about Wosene visit: www.spiritsinstone.com/wosene or call 800-255-5540, ext 19.

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