Artist Reception
Meet the Author/Illustrator
ARTIST’S RECEPTION
Who: WALT DAVIS
When: Friday, September 17, 2010, 6-8 pm
What better pairing with Texas wine could there be than a book & artwork about Texas?
Join us on Friday, September 17, 6-8 pm when Walt & Isabel Davis will be on hand to discuss their book “Exploring the Edges of Texas“. The Salado Winery gallery will be filled with Walt’s related art. Each of the sixteen chapters opens with an original drawing by Walt and represents a segment of the Texas border where the authors selected a special place—a national park, a stretch of river, a mountain range, or an archeological site. Using a firsthand account of that place written by a previous visitor (artist, explorer, naturalist, or archeologist), they then identified a contemporary voice (biologist, rancher, river-runner, or paleontologist) to serve as a modern-day guide for their journey of rediscovery. This dual perspective allows the authors to attach personal stories to the places they visited, to connect the past with the present, and to compare Texas then with Texas now. Says Walt:
The natural world is my subject–watercolor my medium. I believe that pigment, dissolved in water, and applied to paper produces more luminous color than any other medium. It is perfect for capturing the glowing transparency of a Texas sky, a shimmering reflection, or the translucence of a newly unfurled leaf.
The medium is mercurial however: sometimes difficult, always full of surprises. I constantly weigh the importance of original intent against the unexpected opportunities that present themselves as the work progresses. For me, painting in watercolor is a series of negotiations with the medium often involving painful decisions, trade offs, and sacrifices. The ever present risk of failure lends excitement to the process and makes success especially sweet.
I am primarily a landscape painter, inspired by the beauty nature produces when left to express itself according to its own needs and potentialities. Painting allows me to enter into that world and experience it in a more personal and intimate way. Hopefully, the resulting painting captures the essence of a place and allows the viewer to experience it more deeply as well.
A landscape is composed of essential elements (rocks, soil, water, plants, animals) playing their appointed roles according to fundamental principles. A work of art is composed of essential elements as well (line, shape, value, color, texture) obeying a different but no less fundamental set of principles. The challenge for the representational landscape painter is to choreograph a delicate dance between art and nature coaxing the fundamental truth of one to illuminate the fundamental truth of the other.
Whether retracing botanist Charles Wright’s 600-mile walk to El Paso in 1849 or paddling Houston’s Buffalo Bayou, where John James Audubon saw ivory-billed woodpeckers in 1837, the Davises seek to remind readers that the state’s natural history was written by passionate and determined people. Anyone interested in Texas or its rich natural history will find deep enjoyment in Exploring the Edges of Texas. Explore the book here.
Evening of Yoga & Wine
Thursday, August 12th
Thursday, September 9th
Chocolate & Wine Weekend
Chocolate & Wine Weekend
Friday, September 24, 7:30-10pm, Evening of Chocolate and Wine
$49.95 The festival kickoff begins on Friday evening with an Evening of Chocolate & Wine at Salado Wine Seller. Guests will be invited to savor the taste of premier Texas wines paired with decadent chocolates. The Evening of Chocolate & Wine will feature the finest in artisan chocolate desserts prepared by The Range and wine tasting from Texas vineyards.
Saturday, September 25, 2-5 pm, Chocolate Trail & Wiseman House Chocolate
$24.95 Five chocolate stops throughout Salado. At Salado Wine Seller, we will feature Wiseman House Chocolate tastings. Those who purchase a trail ticket will partake Free golf cart shuttle in Salado from 12:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday, September 25, 7-9 pm, Folk & Fudge
$9.95 Cover charge includes light hors d’oeuvres and of course fudge from Sir Wigglesworth sold at Mud Pies Pottery. Music will be by Austin folk band Jiminy Crisket. Texas Wine will be available for purchase. Free golf cart shuttle in Salado from 12:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Harvest starts SAT August 21 at 7 am
harvest time
We’ll be harvesting sangiovese and merlot on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at 7 am – 11 am. We will continue on Sunday 7-11 if there are too many grapes for Saturday.
If you have favorite prunners, bring them, otherwise we have extras for you.
Please bring your favorite hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and sturdy shoes. Come for the fun and camaraderie! Kids welcome.
Beware of the wasps, fireants, mosquitos, and be prepared for the heat.
Thanks for your continued interest in Salado Winery Company!
Evening of YOGA & WINE
7:30 pm–A terrific, refreshing glass of locally made Texas wine accompanied by a happy plate of cheese and fruit.
Reservations are encouraged so that the appropriate amount of food can be anticipated, but reservations are not required, so if moved by the spirit at the last minute, then come on down and join us! questions and so on, email tiffyoranch@gmail.com
Thursday, August 12th, 6:30 pm
UNCORKED! Art Opening Reception
Friday, August 6, 5-8 pm
Salado Wine Seller presents “Uncorked”, August 6-September 12, 2010 at Salado Wine Seller, 841 Main Street, Salado, Texas, 76571 with Opening Reception Friday, August 6, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00p.m.
“Uncorked” will show case some of the finest new and seasoned artists from around Texas set in the coolest art venue in the historic Village of Salado. Patrons will enjoy the masterpieces of Texas artists while sipping Texas wines in the spacious interior of the Salado Wine Seller.
For the list of artists, please see http://saladoartfestival.com/2010/08/02/artists-for-2010/
Jammin’ on the Lawn, SAT AUG 7th
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 4-7 pm
Come down to Salado for a fun Saturday! First, swing by Pace Park for the 44th Annual Art Fair. The Art Fair will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 8 p.m. Art strollers will be able to enjoy live music being performed in the park pavilion. Refreshments will be available throughout the grounds of the fair.
Admission is $5 for adults and children under 12 are free.
When you get hot & tired and thirsty for some Texas wine, head our direction for Jammin’ on the Lawn. We’ll have the Leisure Seekers (the band formerly known as Harebilly) from 4-7 pm. If the weather is nice they’ll play outdoors, but if it rains, is too windy, or too hot which is likely, we’ll have the music indoors. Feel free to bring snacks, lawn chairs and money for their tip jar. All alcohol must be purchased from us.
After that, you might enjoy Adelea’s on Main where they’ll be celebrating their 2nd anniversary with a picnic on the lawn and classic rock performance by the band Steering South. If you prefer indoors, we highly recommend “Fools Gold” at the Silver Spur Theater. In their sixth annual original melodrama, the peaceful village of Salado succumbs to an outbreak of Gold Fever, brought on by the villainous Larsen E. Sneedhearne. Can Ranger Grainger save Goody Goody and the Salado citizenry from the peril that ensues? Look for the scene featuring Yoga & Wine at Salado Wine Seller!
Only a few days left to enter UNCORKED!
Yes folks! Only a few more days left to enter UNCORKED! The 2nd annual Juried Art Show at Salado Wine Seller.
We’ve had several entries so far. Many painters and a few mixed media. I’m quite anxious to find some 3-D art so if you sculpt, carve, cast, blow glass or anything else attractive, please enter this indoor exhibit.
http://saladoartfestival.com/call-for-entries/
http://saladoartfestival.com/artist-application/
Good Luck!
Evening of YOGA and Wine
Thursday, July 8th
Thursday, July 8th
Jammin’ on the Lawn June 26, 2010
Saturday, June 26, 4-7 pm
Jodie Wachsmann
Saturday, June 6, 2010
“Experiencing the fruit of Jodie Wachsmann‘s debut album Hope In The Unseen is like pondering the majesty of a tree in full bloom. Jodie’s first national release is an expression of deep rooted confidence while withstanding the vulnerability of the unknown. It’s also the evidence of a long, arduous journey reminiscent of seed to splendor.” Read more: http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.ListAll&friendId=43439623#ixzz0rQvs8IR1
We think Jodie’s beautiful music makes a great pairing with a nicely chilled Texas wine. So come on and join us from 4-7 pm. Music will be indoors (too hot for the lawn!). Snacks are allowed, but no sneakin’ in beer or alcohol like some silly teenager at the high school prom! We look forward to Jodie’s performance and hope you can join us.
If you miss Jodie this weekend, she’ll be back to Salado on July 2 & 3 at the Salado Silver Spur theater as part of the special event “Salado’s Got Talent” fundraiser benefitting the American Cancer Society.
A Perfect way to Enjoy the San Gabriel Wine Trail
It’s nearly time for the next San Gabriel Wine Trail event on Saturday, June 19th, do you have your tickets? There will be 6 wine stops, two in Salado, two in Georgetown and two in Florence. The tickets are available online at www.sangabrielwinetrail.com and they’re selling quickly! You must buy your tickets in advance.
My friend Rick just started a new business and I realized this is perfect if you would like to arrange transportation during the San Gabriel Wine Trail. Rick’s business is The Carriage at Caliber Oak, Affordable Hourly Limousine Service in Salado, Texas. So give Rick a call at (254) 718-0680 to arrange your “Affordable Hourly Limousine Service” or email Rick at CaliberOak@clearwire.net. An don’t forget your Texas Winery Passport.
Even if you cannot participate in the event on June 19th, I am sure that Rick would be happy to show your a top notch tour of the local Salado hotspots or show you the San Gabriel Wine Trail on a quieter day. Cheers!
Evening of Yoga & Wine
- Thursday, June 10th
Thursday, June 10th
Texas Documentary Photography Group Exhibit
Pierce Burns
Lucy Durfee
Suchitra Gautam
Jane Guerin
BJ Smiley Goins
Mark Jamail
Chricel E. Portela
Carol Schiraldi
Lois Schubert
Kathy VanTorne
The exhibition will continue through July. For more information call 254-947-8011.
The Texas Documentary Photography Group has come together to document the production of wine in Texas-everything from growing the grapes, to highlighting the vineyards, to enjoying the finished products. Making wine in Texas has become big business. From its humble start in the 1662 near present-day El Paso, when Spanish missionaries planted the State’s first vineyard, to its current status as the fifth largest wine producer in the nation, wine making in Texas has become a force and a figure in the industry. The Texas Documentary Photography Group set out to document this by visiting vineyards around the state with the goal of educating and informing fellow Texans as to the different facilities, establishments, wines, and the impact of the wine making industry in Texas. The wine and grape industry has contributed to the state of Texas with an economic impact of 1.35 billion dollars and Texas currently has 190 commercial wineries. The exhibition highlights images from the growing region with the hopes of raising awareness of Texas as a force in wine making.
About The Texas Documentary Photography Group
The Texas Documentary Photography Group was co-founded in 1999 by Jackie Stephens and Pierce Burns. Their work established a group that serves the Central Texas area by providing documentary photographers opportunities for exhibits, networking and technical support. The group meets on the second Monday of the month at the Border’s Bookstore in the Domain Shopping Center, 3309 Esperanza Crossing, Austin, TX to share information and plan future photography exhibits. Members are mainly from the Austin area, although some reside in Georgetown, Fredericksburg, Canyon Lake and Houston. Exhibits are primarily themed photographic studies that allow photographers to not only expand their techniques but also view the results of fellow members.
Contact Information
Carol Schiraldi
Texas Documentary Photography Group
(512)663-1027
cschiraldi@austin.rr.com
www.txdocphotographers.com
6th Annual Vineyard Blessing
- You Are Invited
6th Annual Vineyard Blessing
Sunday, May 16, 2-4 pm, 21724 Hill Road, I-35 Exit 279, Salado
Come help us bless our vineyard so we will have a good harvest this year! Witness the ceremony at 2:30 pm then enjoy the reception & food.
This event is not to be missed!
Friends & family are welcome. Children can enjoy being outdoors. Pets on leashes are also invited.
Casual Attire. Everything is on the grass, so we encourage you to wear sandals or sneakers, sun block, and perhaps bug spray. This event will be held rain or shine.
We’ve got a large tent to house the free food and cash wine bar. Following the blessing, the cake will be cut and served.
Wine Tasting Class–Wine 101
| Title: | Wine Tasting for Beginners |
| Date: | April 22, 2010 |
| Start Time: | 7:00 PM |
| End Time: | 9:00 PM |
| Description: | Basic Wine Tasting for Beginners |
| Address: | Salado Wine Seller Salado, TX 76501 |
| Location: | Salado Wine Seller |
| Hours: | 7-9pm |
| Contact: | 298-5406 Email: cdiaz@ci.temple.tx.us |
| Cost: | $25 |
| Details | |
| Do you enjoy wine but get intimidated by all the fancy jargon? Discover the beauty and complexity of vino as you’ve never experienced it before. Wine terms will be explained and de-mystified as we sample 6 different wines. For more information contact 298-5406 | |
This class is organized by the city of Temple’s Recreation Department. For more information, please see: http://www.ci.temple.tx.us/CurrentEvents.aspx?EID=3301. You must register with them prior to the class.
red wine bottle
San Gabriel Wine Trail on June 19th, 2010
San Gabriel Wine Trail June 19th!
Summer Trail – June 19th, 2010
Winter Trail – January 29, 2011
Enjoy visiting 3 Wineries: Georgetown Winery, Inwood Estates Winery in Florence and Salado Wine Seller
& 3 Wine Bars: Silver & Stone Restaurant, The Vineyard at Florence & Salado Swirl and Sip
Includes 3 Tastings at each location, souvenir wine glass, snacks and a gift to take home. Trail Price $ 35 per person
The June 19th wine trail will have 3 start locations (Georgetown Winery, Inwood Estates Winery & Salado Wine Seller) and two times (The Trail times will be 11am-3pm will be the first trail time and 3pm-7pm will be the second.)
Only 150 tickets will be sold per time and with only 50 people starting per location which will help control overcrowding at the locations.
Buy tickets at http://www.sangabrielwinetrail.com/
Opening Reception for Jill Shipman
Join Jill Shipman, a Salado artist, on Friday night, April 9, 6 - 8 pm for her opening reception!
The exhibit is located in the galleries of Salado Wine Seller, 841 N Main St, 76571. If you’re visiting Salado overnight, consider staying at Stonecreek Settlement, Jill’s bed & breakfast in Salado, TX.
A native of Winnsboro Texas, Jill spent a twenty-five year career in interior decorating and set design which included teaching color harmony classes that now translate into her rich landscapes. She began her art carrier at Brookhaven Community College and has studied under several national known artists including Bob Rohlm, Vicky McMurry and Jill Carver, who are painters in the Plein Air style.
Jill’s art features a wide range of style from impressionist to abstract colorist. The central element that defines her art is her bold use of color. She is intrigued by the array of colors produced by the moving light and the wonderful reflections light creates in water.
Show will continue until June 1. Don’t wait long though, these beautiful paintings will sell quickly and have created much interest. For more information call 254-947-8011
Evening of Yoga & Wine
Evening of Yoga & Wine with Tiffany Schreiner @ Salado Wine Seller.
6:30-7:30 pm Yoga
7:30-9:00 pm Wine & refreshments
Reservations: tiffyoranch@gmail.com
$18/person or $30/couple
Total relaxation for body and soul!
Live Music Saturday, Apr 3, 2010
Bring your lawn chair
Richard Paul Thomas will be playing this weekend. Check out his website at http://www.capturedrainbow.com/
Evening of Yoga & Wine
Thursday, March 11th, 2010
Yoga 6:30-7:30
Wine & Refreshments 7:30-9:00 pm
Reservations: Tiffany tiffyoranch@gmail.com
$18 per person/$30 per couple
Sensing Fruit Flavors
Have you been wondering what that wine description on the label is talking about? Currants, black cherry, figs? Join us for this class which will help you to learn what those wine writers are talking about. Develop your vocabulary for relating the wines and deepen your enjoyment. Lecture and wine tasting.
This wine tasting class is at Salado Wine Seller (841 N. Main Street, 947-8011) & it will familiarize you with fruit aromas, flavors and descriptors in wine. $25 per person. Tuesday March 9th 6:30-8:30pm. Please sign up through Temple Recreation Department, (254)298-5690 or follow the link below:
Sensing Oak in Wines
OAK in WINES Tuesday, Mar 2nd, 6:30 pm
What do you mean “aged in oak”? Why oak? How does that affect the flavor? Do they age wine in mesquite? Find out the answers to these questions and expand your understanding of wine. Lecture and wine tasting.
This wine tasting class is at Salado Wine Seller (841 N. Main Street, 947-8011) and it will familiarize you with oak in wine and how it influences the wine. $25 per person. Tuesday March 2nd 6:30-8:30pm Please sign up through Temple Recreation Department. (254)298-5690
Texas Wine & Rogue Art Fest 2010
- March 27-28
We’re looking for artists to join us for our next festival! http://saladowinefestival.com/vendor-registration/
We’ve got Texas wineries coming to join us, we’ve got music, food and most important, we’ve got ART!
So save the date:
Saturday March 27 & Sunday March 28
Valentine’s Weekend @ Salado Wine Seller
Jodie Wachsmann will be playing from 4-6 pm Saturday, February 13th. Bring your valentine and listen to Jodie while you enjoy a glass of your favorite Texas wine. No tickets & no cover charge. Do a tasting, (5 tastes $3) and check out the new almond bark we just recieved from Wiseman House Chocolates. We also have cheese in our fridge from the Texas Cheese House in Lorena.
Sorry, our Saturday night event with classical guitar has sold out. You can still sign up for the waiting list here, but I’m not expecting any cancellations. Sorry, you’ll just have to come early and listen to Jodie instead.
Sunday, February 14th we will have wine for tasting and as always art for browsing. Right now we’ve got art by John Davis, who lives in Salado. His contemporary paintings are an exploration of pop art and feature warm reds. We’re open Sunday from 12-6 so come on by.
Monday, February 15th–are you one of those lucky people who has the day off? We’re open Monday from 12-6 and as always we’ll have 5 Texas wines available to taste for the small price of $3.
