Number One in the Edition of Four Simon Bull Giclees!

Those of you familiar with art reproductions know how important the numbering system can be. Low numbers in small editions are the most valuable in a series. Simon Bull's highly collected worldwide work is no exception. That's why we at Turning Point Gallery were thrilled when we received not one, but FOUR of Simon's newest pieces that were number one in their editions!

Often artists will keep the number one piece or arrange for it to go to a special client. So now we are offering you the chance to be that special client and own a number one piece of internationally known artist Simon Bull! (Wikipedia- Simon Bull) Call 919.967.0402, come by, or email us today to make sure you don't miss out!

Scrapel Hill Art 1st Place Winner Now at Turning Point Gallery

On June 30, 2009, months worth of public votes from University Mall's Scrapel Hill Art Show were tallied and a winner was announced. Paul and Ginger Bauer's Shaker style clock entitled "RE:eVALUation" came in first place.

"RE:eVALUation" considers the element of time and features a functioning timepiece. The Bauers created it using the construction plans for a Shaker clock ("grandfather" style) from the early 1800's. Instead of following these plans in precise detail, they used various metal and plastic found objects incorporated into its design. "RE:eVALUation" will now be available exclusively at Turning Point Gallery. We hope you'll come by the gallery and see this magnificent piece for yourselves!

"We want to stress the urgent need to rescue our environment and that time is of the essence. With today's emphasis on how much one should accomplish in a day, we would like to create an object that makes people think about their hectic pace of life and how much is wasted each day. Constructing a time-related piece of art with re-purposed and recycled materials can emphazise the need to not waste time and valuable resources." -Paul and Ginger Bauer

The First Annual Scrapel Hill Art Contest and Exhibition of University Mall in Chapel Hill featured works by local artists created of recycled and non recyclable materials. Scrapel Hill Art was created to celebrate and inspire imagination and creativity within our community by utilizing and nurturing the arts. The donations yielded by voting were divided between The Chamber of Commerce to support Green Plus and The ArtsCenter for their scholarship program.

Father's Day is Sunday, June 21!

No idea what to get your Dad for Father's Day? We know Dad can be hard to shop for, so at Turning Point Gallery we've made a gift guide by price range with great, Fatherly gifts! Make this year stand out by getting him a piece of art that will last a lifetime!

Tanner Jensen: Horse Art Making Headlines

Turning Point Gallery's own horse artist Tanner Jensen has made a splash in the horse world as of late with two of her pieces featured on the cover of two different equestrian magazines in May!

Her first cover was the May 8, 2009 issue of The Chronicle of the Horse. The Chronicle of the Horse is written for the accomplished competitor. The magazine reports on nearly every major hunter/jumper horse show, dressage show, horse trials, steeplechase and driving event as well as foxhunting and events abroad. Regular features include in-depth profiles, valuable health care and training tips, all geared to the seriously involved competitor.

Tanner's second cover of the month was the May/June 2009 issue of Topline Ink Equestrian Journal. Topline Ink Equestrian Journal is an educational publication for dedicated dressage & sport horse riders interested in quality training for horse and rider. The magazine is an excellent resource for learning and pursuing goals.

We congratulate Tanner for her well deserved recognition in the horse world!

Our Newest Artist Additions!

Turning Point Gallery has recently added a new painting duo from Santa Fe, Newkirk & Griffin, and a new sculptor from Pittsboro, NC, Tamera Mulanix, to it's line up of fabulous artists! Check out their work and more information about them below!

Reita Newkirk and Alice Griffin are friends and lifelong artists who have combined their unique talents and backgrounds to produce collaborative paintings that exalt the natural world and one of its most glorious creatures - the horse. For them the horse is a metaphor that embraces the spirit of nature, a connection that touches the hearts and minds of many people, even those who have had little or no direct experience with this magnificent animal. The horse has always been a symbol that registers in the collective unconscious as freedom, strength and powerful beauty.

Newkirk and Griffin combine materials, which vary from encaustic to oil, to create luminous surfaces of color and depth that resonate with the themes in their work. Their paintings feature both representational and abstract elements that lend scale and establish an emotional resonance between the landscape and the horses.


Tamera Mulanix comes from a family of welders. Her grandfather, uncle and cousins are all welders and the process has fascinated her for as long as she can remember. She studied welding and blacksmithing at Central Carolina Community College, and continued learning on her own and taking classes to perfect her technique.

"It is so fulfilling to finally take my vision and make it come to life. There's nothing I enjoy more than taking a rusty piece of scrap metal and turning into something beautiful."

Mother's Day Gifts for Every Budget!

Mother's Day is coming up and for many that means stressing out over finding the perfect gift in your price range to show you mother how much you appreciate her. At Turning Point Gallery we've made your shopping easier! No gift is more thoughtful than a piece of art that will last a lifetime. Send your mother flowers that will never die, a flame that will never burn out, or just a pleasant piece of artwork to enjoy for years to come. We have something for every price range and we'll gladly gift wrap for free! Below is a sample of what we have to offer.

Under $30

Earrings by Wild Bryde

$30-$60

Ikebanas by Georgetown Pottery

$60-$100











Clay Tiles by Nancy Jacobsohn

$100-$200












UNC Belltower giclee by Gregory Georges

$200-$400











Clocks by Michael Mertes

For more gift ideas by price range visit our website.

Chapel Hill Artist Eduardo Lapetina

Turning Point Gallery's featured artist for April is Chapel Hill's Eduardo Lapetina. The 2ndFriday ArtWalk on April 10 was the artist reception and opening for this colorful show. Despite being Good Friday, almost 100 people came to the opening to view over 25 of Eduardo's newest paintings. Patrons young and old were drawn in by the vibrant colors and turbulent textures of Eduardo's works.

Eduardo was present at the show to greet old friends, talk about his pieces, and embrace any new purchasers of his work. His affable

spirit and genuine interest in everyone present was infectious and provided a wonderful atmosphere to view his work!