Category: Dorothy Tanner

Thanks to 303 Magazine for Recommending Lumonics Immersed

Thanks to 303 Magazine for recommending Lumonics Immersed in Unique Things To Do In Denver This Weekend   When: November 12, 8 p.m.Where: Lumonics Gallery, 800 E. 73rd Ave. Unit 11, DenverThe Cost: $15-$25register here: www.lumonics.net/immersedThe Lowdown: Lumonics Immersed: a multi-sensory journey to refresh your body, mind, and spirit. Before and after the immersion, you are welcome …

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Dorothy Tanner’s String Theory

In 2013, Dorothy Tanner began to work with fiber optics in combination with LED lighting. She named the sculpture String Theory.                 Video of Triad by Lumonics’ Marc Billard

Mel Tanner Collages and Drawings (1966)

When Mel and Dorothy Tanner closed their co-op Granite Gallery on W. 57th Street in New York City in 1966, their intention was to travel in Europe. They bought a VW bug in Rotterdam, and started their road trip. Their art studio was mobile. Here are a few examples of the art Mel created, including …

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Dorothy Tanner Sculptures (1952-1955)

Before Dorothy Tanner began using acrylic glass as a medium, she worked with a variety of materials including wood, clay, paper maché, plaster, copper, brass, steel and polyester. Dorothy especially enjoyed creating portraits in sculpture. Two photos below are from portraits of Mel Tanner (wood )and his sister, Jocelyn Tanner (plaster):