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CREEKSIDE offers customers personalized autogaphed copies of
books and exhibition catalogs authored by Gene and Linda Kangas.
CREEKSIDE also maintains a stock of out-of-print books on various
topics. Selected examples are illustrated below. If you wish to
investigate having a book or catalog written for you, click on
SERVICES.
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ART OF THE TAKAAN
Carved Wooden Molds for Making Papier Mache.
Curated by Gene and Linda Kangas.
2001-2002 Exhibition Catalog. Soft Bound.
What is a takaan? This book answers that question. It is the definitive history to date of hand-sculpted wooden molds created solely for the making of papier mache objects. Read Introduction. This catalog accompanies an extensive and enticing exhibition of molds/takaans presented at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland, Ohio [December 16, 2001-March 16, 2002]. For nearly 100 years, takaan folk sculptures were carved as original patterns for papier mache replicas destined to countries around the world. The images portrayed were far ranging. They included domestic, wild and exotic mammals, fish and fowl; celestial bodies including suns, moons, stars and angels; human figures from common people to famous personages to historic icons such as the Statue of Liberty. There were storybook characters, architectural pieces; and, of course, Christmas, Halloween, Easter and other holiday depictions. Autographed copies of the extensively illustrated and researched catalog are $30.00 US, includes shipping within USA.
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DECOYS: A NORTH AMERICAN SURVEY
The CLASSIC. Published 1983. Hard Bound.
The most complete survey of North American waterfowl decoys ever published! It was designed to teach readers about similarities and differences of regional decoy carving styles coast to coast throughout the United States and Canada. The focus is on working duck and goose decoys ranging from the common to the extremely rare chosen from over seventy private and public collections. Hundreds of quality black and white and color photographs illustrate this 334 page overview. This book is considered THE BEST survey book written. Autographed copies are available for $60.00 US, includes shipping within USA.
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DECOYS
NEW PERSPECTIVE.
Published 1992. Hard Bound.
DECOYS investigates new ideas and helps answer old questions through related areas of anthropology,
Canadian and American history, art history, antiques, forgeries in the arts, scientific analysis of art works, conservatory practices, and many first-hand reports found in early journals. There is a chapter on NATIVE AMERICAN waterfowl hunting dating back 12,000 years; a HISTORY OF 19th CENTURY decoys; FAKERY in decoys (what constitutes fakery and a discussion of ETHICS); the many faces of VALUE; four museum conservators talk about CARE and MAINTENANCE; and FISH lures, spearing decoys and trophy fish. 600 photographs in color and black and white illustrate this GORGEOUS BOOK. Autographed copies available for $80.00 US, includes shipping within USA. Rare book to locate. Check for Availability!
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COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO DECOYS
The Handbook. Published 1992. Soft bound.
This "how to find and collect" book includes over 230 color and black and white photographs provided by fifty public and private collections. It is an overview and history of decoy collecting; developing a collecting philosophy; insider collecting tips; how to understand pricing; how to buy at auction; clues to spotting
reproductions and fakes; care, display and storage hints; appendices filled with lists of restorers, book dealers, books and magazines to buy, auction houses, clubs and shows, and museums throughout the
continent. ****One chapter highlights award winning contemporary decorative carvers and their birds.
These Autographed copies available for $38.00 US, includes shipping within USA.
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NEW WORLD FOLK ART Old World Survivals and Cross-Cultural Inspirations 1492-1992.
Co-Curated by Gene Kangas.
Exhibition Catalog. Soft Bound.
This fully illustrated catalog accompanied an exhibition of
the same name at Cleveland State University Art Gallery in 1992.
Read Foreword. Every object in the show appears in the 88-page book with 90
photographs with various authors contributing text. The catalog includes major two and
three-dimensional folk arts from public and private collections from
2500 years ago to the present. Some of the folk artists represented
include: Henry Gudgell, John Cromwell, Wilhelm Schimmel, Gustav
Dentzel, John Russell, P. D. Malloch, Hans Janner, Moise Potvin,
Harald Thengs, Tommy Brayshaw, John Perates, William Edmondson, Orel
LeBoeuf, William Perry, Phillippe Sirois, Silvio Zoratti, Felipe
Archuleta, and many others plus exceptional anonymous works.
Autographed copies available for $30.00 US, includes shipping within USA.
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PATHWAYS 98
Curated by Gene Kangas.
Exhibition Catalog. Soft Bound.
For the first time ever, PATHWAYS offered wood turning practitioners an exhibition opportunity with distinct categories that acknowledged the variety of attitudes and avenues within their field of expertise. Sculpture was recognized as having distinct and separate intentions from other work which addressed utility, scale, material, or the major vessel types. The integrity and varied experiences of the jurors were brought to bear in the selection of the best work submitted that highlighted the innovative and inventive. The show, like the group of jurors, was an exciting, high-quality mix. PATHWAYS, the exhibition, was hosted in 1998 at Cleveland State University's Art Gallery in Cleveland, Ohio. Forty-six well-known artists from countries around the world were chosen. The exhibition included nineteenth century Peaseware (treen) as an historical component to the contemporary wood turnings. Read Introduction. The 64 page catalog has a professionally photographed color cover and four-page color insert. The artworks are further extensively illustrated in black and white. Autographed copies are available for $30.00 US, includes shipping within USA.
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MILLENNIUM IMPRESSIONS OF HUMAN EXPERIENCE
Curated by Gene and Linda Kangas.
Exhibition Catalog. Soft Bound.
The focus of MILLENNIUM IMPRESSIONS, the exhibition, was nineteenth and twentieth century self-taught works of art that reflected a constantly evolving but shared human experience. The assembled global artworks represented diverse cultures, countries, and historical periods; and they reinforced universal similarities. The show was presented at the Beachwood Center for the Arts, Beachwood, Ohio early in the year 2000.
The professionally designed and photographed
catalog has color cover and extensive use of high quality color
illustrations to feature such artists as William Matthew Prior,
Erastus Salisbury Field, Elijah Pierce. Moise Potvin, William Perry,
Sister Gertrude Morgan, Eddie Arning, Edgar Tolson, Silvio Zoratti,
Reverend Albert Wagner, Malcah Zeldis, Inez Nathaniel Walker,
Reverend Howard Finster, and many others plus exceptional anonymous
works. The 40 page catalog includes a lengthy essay by the Kangases discussing the past, present, and future of folk art. Read Introduction. Autographed copies available for $30.00 US, includes shipping within USA.
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1984 ANTIQUE BLACK DUCK DECOYS
Curated by Gene and Linda Kangas.
Exhibition Catalog. Soft Bound.
This exhibit was a featured aspect of the 1984 Ohio Decoy Collectors and
Carvers Annual Spring Convention. The book is 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" and 28
pages long. The black and white illustrations highlight Black Duck
decoys from various private collections carved by such folk artists as
William Chrysler, Maurice Decker, Sam Denny, Charles Hart, Jess
Heisler, Ben Holmes, Ira Hudson, Albert Lang, John McLoughlin,
Phineas Reeves, Ben Schmidt, The Ward Brothers, John Wells, Chauncy
Wheeler, Gus Wilson plus factory examples and decoys by other known
and unknown makers. Autographed copies available for $10.00 US,
includes shipping within USA.
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Creekside Gallery: Services
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Gene and Linda Kangas are owners of
CREEKSIDE and
founding partners of
Global Selections LLC. The combined resources of the two businesses make a
wide variety of specialty services available to you.
CREEKSIDE will actively seek specific items to add to your collection.
For example, if you are looking for a particular decoy or antique, we can help you
find it. We can appraise your collection or document and write a
book featuring your collection.
CREEKSIDE can help assemble private
and corporate collections. One of us can advise, evaluate, and bid
for you at auctions. These and other unique services are based upon a solid
foundation of scholarship, practical experience, expertise, artistic
talent, reputation, and a worldwide network of contacts. All
inquiries will be treated with discretion and professionalism.
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AGENT/CURATOR of COLLECTIONS.
CREEKSIDE can help you build a significant private or corporate
collection. We can document and create an illustrated catalog or
book of your collection. We can contact collectors to purchase
select items on your behalf and/or visit auctions to evaluate and
purchase for you.
CREEKSIDE can act as a broker to sell items
for you with assured anonymity. Our extensive experience provides
you with a valuable practical expertise that ensures wise investment
of your capital.
Contact Kangas@CreeksideArtGallery.com for
information.
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APPRAISAL SERVICE.
CREEKSIDE is available for hire to appraise your collection for
insurance, estate, or other purposes. For variable fees, appraisals
can be agreed upon to be performed in-person or via photographs
(digital or actual). Appraisal reports may be brief or extensive as
required. All appraisals are confidential.
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information.
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AUTHORS.
Do you need to hire a writer? Gene and Linda Kangas are experienced
and respected writers and researchers. Through
CREEKSIDE they are
available for consultation to discuss various writing proposals.
This might include a short article on a particular artist or body of
work for either documentation or promotional purposes. They may also
be hired to help produce exhibition catalogs, collection catalogs,
auction catalogs, or books on subjects related to their areas of
expertise.
Contact Kangas@CreeksideArtGallery.com for
information.
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JUROR OF EXHIBITIONS.
Are you organizing a special contemporary art exhibition which
requires one or more professional jurors? Gene Kangas is very
well-qualified academically, and he has extensive experience jurying a
variety of previous exhibitions. Contact
CREEKSIDE for additional
information and to discuss service fees.
Contact Kangas@CreeksideArtGallery.com for
information.
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design. Our artists and computer experts can help you develop
a site that is visually interesting, easy to use and maintain, and
personalized to your needs.
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