Double feature at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts
VN-USPA (10/11/11)




Double feature at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts
 By Shirley Given, Contributing Writer

 Related Photos Gallery ‘N’ Gifts is serving up a “double feature” for October. Both artists are unique in their own right and the combination will offer something for everyone.

 Sheryl McKay of Red Bird Pottery is the featured artist for October at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts. Sheryl worked as a floral designer in Lancaster for 24 years. Six years later Sheryl began “hand building” or working with clay. She is a self-taught potter. She made numerous trips to the library as she taught herself the different techniques and the art of “throwing” on the wheel. After years of trial and error and transforming her husband’s (man-cave) garage into her studio, Sheryl achieved a style that works for her and her clientele.

 Sheryl’s inspiration for her designs comes from her love of nature and most of the plant material comes from her garden. Using stoneware clay and lead free glazes, she has designed many functional wares that can be used throughout the home. Most of her pieces are oven and dishwasher safe, although hand washing is recommended for the more decorative pieces.

 Whether you are looking for decorative or functional pieces for your home, you may rest assured each piece is an original and one-of-a-kind.

 As a bonus, photographer Vuong Nien will be featured in the October Show also. Vuong was born in Vietnam and came to the United Stated in 1995. He is a member of the International Federation of Photographic Art and the Photographic Society of America. His core teachings come from his father many years ago. He specializes in panoramic views and will have several panoramas of the Tehachapi area on display at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts for the month of October.

 “Double Feature” will be on Friday, Oct. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts. As always delicious fare, welcoming faces and wonderful artists are ready to greet one and all. You may contact Gallery ‘N’ Gifts at 822-6062 for further information. Shop hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Gallery ‘N’ Gifts is located at 100 W. Tehachapi Blvd.