You my be surprised to see the name James Aschbacher among the dozens of artists showing at Pajaro Valley Arts’ annual Take Aways: Art to Go show, opening this week. But when the gallery folks called me to ask if I had any of his work left that fit the criteria — small pieces priced at $300 or less — that I’d be willing to part with, I said yes!
James loved the whole idea of Take Aways. It was designed for people who had spent all of the previous month buying gifts for others, and might want to self-gift with some tasty little art item just for themselves. His work fit the bill, and he always made a few special pieces just for this show between the end of Open Studios in October and the year-end holidays.
I still have some of the last few pieces he made, and I am delighted that they are included in this year’s Take Aways exhibit. James made his work to be sold, to get their unique and joyful little spirits out into the world, and I am happy to spread the joy!
The exhibit opens Wednesday, January 22, and runs through March 8. Opening reception is Sunday, January 26, 2-4 pm.
(PS: This pic was taken at the 2018 Take Aways opening. A few of those paintings will be in the show, and I’m sure my Art Boy will be there in spirit!)
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