WALDEN BEGINS LIMITED ENGAGEMENT AT
ART EXCHANGE GALLERY-AUSTIN
-- Special Exhibit on Display Beginning January 2, 2010 --
Valerie Walden is bringing her work to a wider audience in the New Year. Beginning January 2, selected
paintings are on exhibit at one of Austin’s newest fine art galleries: The Art Exchange Gallery-Austin
in the Courtyard of the 5th Street Commons Mall downtown. The collection draws together pieces
from several different series of her work with a focus on her landscape skies.
The pieces vary markedly in size and scope. “Roman Way” is a 48”x48” oil of steps rising from the ocean
surrounding an Aeolian Island, and “Boundless” is a 24”x36” oil of the expansive plains in Argentina.
Both are from her Silhouettes Series. “Sailor’s Triptych”, is a three-panel pastel measuring 8”x60”
overall, featuring a sunset over the Texas Hill Country from her Sunsets Series. “Evening Tide” is a
12”x16” oil of the Mendocino coast from her Earth, Sky, Water Series. In all, there are 12 paintings
presented together.
The Art Exchange Gallery of Santa Fe, New Mexico expanded to Austin last year, bringing in some of
the recognized New Mexico, national and international artists the gallery already represents and
complementing that work with established artists from around Central Texas. The brand-new modern
design space accommodates the varied work of multiple artists with ample room for each. Hardy Woodall,
Director of Art Exchange Gallery-Austin, identified Ms. Walden and was the curator for her paintings
in the exhibit.
Ms. Walden commented, “I’m thrilled that the gallery sought me out. Representation at this venue
introduces me to a much larger group of art lovers and furthers the mounting appreciation of my work. I’m
delighted to be shown in the company of such talented artists in such a professional manner.”
A preview of the selections is available by clicking on Preview.
About Valerie Walden
Valerie Walden developed her talent with inspiration and guidance from artists and instructors at the
Austin Museum of Art, University of Texas, Leslie DeMille of the Scottsdale Artists’ School, and
renowned plein air artists Scott Christensen of Idaho and Bob Rohm of Texas. She works primarily in
pastels and oils. Her work draws heavily upon her interpretations and impressions of nature. She is a
member of the Austin Visual Arts Association, Austin Pastel Society, Southwest Pastel Society and
Plein Air Austin. And, she is a resident artist at the cooperative Austin Art Space, www.austinartspace.
com. More information at www.waldenart.com.
About Art Exchange Gallery
Art Exchange Gallery has been representing emerging artists and established masters since 1992. Art
Exchange Gallery of Santa Fe features over 40 artists at its current location on famed Canyon Road.
Art Exchange Gallery-Austin opened in October 1992 with recognized artists from New Mexico and
around the world. And, adding local artists from Central Texas. The 1800 square foot gallery holds
periodic shows and offers an inspiring collection of artwork that ranges from abstracts to landscapes.
The gallery is open seven days from noon-8:00pm and is located at 1611 W. 5th Street on the street
level of the new 5th Street Commons mixed-use development. More information at aegallery.com.
ART EXCHANGE GALLERY-AUSTIN
-- Special Exhibit on Display Beginning January 2, 2010 --
Valerie Walden is bringing her work to a wider audience in the New Year. Beginning January 2, selected
paintings are on exhibit at one of Austin’s newest fine art galleries: The Art Exchange Gallery-Austin
in the Courtyard of the 5th Street Commons Mall downtown. The collection draws together pieces
from several different series of her work with a focus on her landscape skies.
The pieces vary markedly in size and scope. “Roman Way” is a 48”x48” oil of steps rising from the ocean
surrounding an Aeolian Island, and “Boundless” is a 24”x36” oil of the expansive plains in Argentina.
Both are from her Silhouettes Series. “Sailor’s Triptych”, is a three-panel pastel measuring 8”x60”
overall, featuring a sunset over the Texas Hill Country from her Sunsets Series. “Evening Tide” is a
12”x16” oil of the Mendocino coast from her Earth, Sky, Water Series. In all, there are 12 paintings
presented together.
The Art Exchange Gallery of Santa Fe, New Mexico expanded to Austin last year, bringing in some of
the recognized New Mexico, national and international artists the gallery already represents and
complementing that work with established artists from around Central Texas. The brand-new modern
design space accommodates the varied work of multiple artists with ample room for each. Hardy Woodall,
Director of Art Exchange Gallery-Austin, identified Ms. Walden and was the curator for her paintings
in the exhibit.
Ms. Walden commented, “I’m thrilled that the gallery sought me out. Representation at this venue
introduces me to a much larger group of art lovers and furthers the mounting appreciation of my work. I’m
delighted to be shown in the company of such talented artists in such a professional manner.”
A preview of the selections is available by clicking on Preview.
About Valerie Walden
Valerie Walden developed her talent with inspiration and guidance from artists and instructors at the
Austin Museum of Art, University of Texas, Leslie DeMille of the Scottsdale Artists’ School, and
renowned plein air artists Scott Christensen of Idaho and Bob Rohm of Texas. She works primarily in
pastels and oils. Her work draws heavily upon her interpretations and impressions of nature. She is a
member of the Austin Visual Arts Association, Austin Pastel Society, Southwest Pastel Society and
Plein Air Austin. And, she is a resident artist at the cooperative Austin Art Space, www.austinartspace.
com. More information at www.waldenart.com.
About Art Exchange Gallery
Art Exchange Gallery has been representing emerging artists and established masters since 1992. Art
Exchange Gallery of Santa Fe features over 40 artists at its current location on famed Canyon Road.
Art Exchange Gallery-Austin opened in October 1992 with recognized artists from New Mexico and
around the world. And, adding local artists from Central Texas. The 1800 square foot gallery holds
periodic shows and offers an inspiring collection of artwork that ranges from abstracts to landscapes.
The gallery is open seven days from noon-8:00pm and is located at 1611 W. 5th Street on the street
level of the new 5th Street Commons mixed-use development. More information at aegallery.com.
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