"Arcs and Organics", New Work by Cary Henrie

SEDONA, Ariz. - Sept. 4, 2016 - PRLog -- "Arcs and Organics", an exhibition of Cary Henrie's new mixed media works, debuts Friday, October 7, at James Ratliff Gallery, Hillside Sedona, 671 State Route 179, Suites A-1 & A-2, Sedona, AZ 86336, with an opening reception for the artist from 5-8 PM. The artist will make a short presentation at 6 PM.  "Arcs and Organics" will continue through Sunday, October 16,

        Henrie's Paintings

According to Henrie, "My paintings are layered oil and acrylic with gesso. They are varnished and glazed on stretched canvas. I truly enjoy trying to create a new look in painting. I enjoyed living and working in New York and studying in detail the work of such Abstract Expressionists as Mark Rothko, Barnett Newman and Clyfford Still. Also, I traveled throughout the world visiting such places as Bali, Egypt, Israel and Europe. I loved the warm and broken patinas that I saw in the art and architecture. I saw similarities to my native West, particularly weather-beaten landscapes, sandstone textures, patina of rusted metal, contrasted with vast soft sunsets and auras of changing skies.  To me, this is the essence of the West.  I paint natural elements and atmosphere, hinting at windswept hills, trees, lakes and vistas. I try to create a spiritual glow, aura, and softness contrasted with raw and broken forms. Textures are burnished, toned and tinted which evoke ancient frescoes, ruins and even aged mineral elements. Geometric lines contrast soft forms and focus movement and light. I believe everyone sees something familiar and somewhat intriguing in the lakes, trees and moods of my paintings. I look forward to future exploration."

Of interest to the viewer is Henrie's introduction of authentically-harvested butterflies from South America and Southeast Asia then mounted on birchwood sculptures. Henre's iconic imagery has now become infused with the ephemeral butterfly, symbolizing metamorphosis, transformation and perpetuity.   Henrie's art provides eco-awareness and  education, sustainability for the rainforest and its butterfly population as well as income for the rainforest gathering peoples.

Henrie states: "Nature brings peace to one's soul.  In "Arcs and Organics", I bring nature right into the collector's home!"  Exotic and symbolic of rebirth and change, these exquisitely colorful butterflies are fun.  They easily complement the core of my iconic images and symbols."  Henrie now invites the viewer to pass through another portal, one that promises a Henrie experience of calm and serenity.

       Henrie's  Amazon Back Story

With a wingspan of almost eight inches, cobalt-blue Morpho butterflies are some of the largest in the world.  Morphos currently face habitat destruction and extinction. The Amazon Conservation Association is working with the indigenous Queros Wachiperi community to protect Morphos through sustainable harvesting and create a market for ecotourism in southeastern Peru where these butterflies reach their peak of diversity. . .8 species sited where the piedmont and lowland species meet. The result: one of the richest Morpho communities in existence is found along this narrow strip of land situated between the lowlands and the highlands. This project will provide a sustainable source of income for the Queros Wachiperi community, provide an opportunity for the public to experience this immense species richness, guaranteeing long-term preservation of these rare, threatened butterflies.

From the rainforest to the gallery, Henrie's works are amazing to view from both sides as the sculptures allow the insects to have the beautiful effect of  "hovering" in flight in Sedona, Arizona! Other insects and plant life are included in the wood-cored sculptures along with writings, symbols, maps, compasses for which Henrie is known.

For further information about the work of Cary Henrie or the upcoming exhibition in Sedona contact James or Patricia Ratliff, James Ratliff Gallery,

www.jamesratliffgallery.com,

phone:  928-282-1404,

email: FineArt@jamesratliffgallery.com,