12 Gallagher Lane announces representation of Artist Rick Begneaud

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (December 2, 2010) 12 Gallagher Lane is announcing representation of Artist Rick Begneaud and his addition to the gallery’s Visiting Artist Program.

Just as 12 Gallagher Lane strives to embody the spirit of the Louisiana plantations that resident Artist Hunt Slonem finds solace, Begneaud, a Cajun South Louisiana Native, brings the same Southern impression with him. His use of sun bleached and storied cloth juxtaposed with swatches of paint create a unifying landscape
of color and pattern. Begneaud’s collages are emblematic of the bright colors of the bayou and the numerous travels through Africa, his upbringing, and as nephew and studio assistant to his uncle, the iconic American Artist Robert Rauschenberg. His sense of color and composition are in perfect unison and evident of his talent.

“I feel the collaboration of 12 Gallagher Lane and Artist Rick Begneaud will only accentuate the colorful atmosphere and vitality of the gallery, while also offering Begneaud a welcoming environment for his work,” says Gallery Director Derek Cabaniss. “This gallery space has an energy that has been hosted by the artwork within it. In choosing Begneaud, we have made a conscious effort to keep that energy thriving. We look forward to a long collaboration with this incredibly talented and spiritual artist.”

12 Gallagher Lane will present a public exhibition and artist introduction on January 6, 2011. For more information please contact info@12gallagherlane.com.

Hours for 12 Gallagher Lane are Wednesday through Saturday 12:00pm – 6:00pm and Monday & Tuesday by appointment.