Showing New Work at State and Lemp /  by Susan Madacsi

I've created a number of new pieces for a show at State and Lemp in Boise. A fine dining restaurant that follows the farm to table concept. As part of it, they use regionally sourced produce, meats, wines and artists. State and Lemp has a unique approach to plating with each of their revolving menus. Chef team JAY HENRY, EMI MCMANUS, and KRIS KOMORI use the artwork as inspiration for each new menu they have developed.

I will be there next Thursday for the 7pm seating. If you would like to join us please call Remi at: 208-429-6735 or make a reservation through OpenTable. Seating is extremely limited. They have room for 12 tables only.

AND TO TEMPT YOU FURTHER TO HAVING A MEAL OF A LIFETIME, HERE'S THIER CURRENT MENU:

Menu

Strawberry & Cucumber

Scallop. Cilantro. Shiso

Patrick Bottex – “La Cueille” Gamay / Poulsard

 Summer Squash & Fava Beans

Black Cod. Sea Beans Nasturtium

Taft Street – Chardon

Goat. Sesame. Fried Rice

Maxime Magnon – “La Démarrante” Carignan / Cinsault

Beets & New Potato

Pork. Gooseberry. Sorrel

Domaine Gayda – “Flying Solo” Grenache / Syrah

Currants & Cherry

Ginger Ale. Vanilla Cream. Mochi

Taylor Fladgate – “LBV” Port

Menu 75-

Wine Pairing 30-

Saturday Night Supper Club 9pm Seating 60-

As always we pride ourselves in accommodating those with dietary restrictions and food allergies

Open Studios Invitation: Madacsi+Cunningham+Vandegrift Studios /  by Susan Madacsi

OPEN STUDIOS
Sunday, June 28th 12 PM - 4 PM
Susan Madacsi • Erin Cunningham • April Vandegrift

Did you know that Garden City is inundated with artists and entrepreneurs?
We are inviting you to come hang with us for an afternoon of art, music, food and drinks at our art and design studios. Most of our invited venders are part of this rising community. Bring your friends and family for a unique opportunity to get familiar with the artists, the artwork, some locally owned business and the entrepreneurial spirit!

• edibles and libations from •
Highlands Hollow • ST(r)EAM Coffee
El Torito Taco Truck • Cinder Wines

• with musical entertainment from •
Thomas Paul • Jean Cardeño

Artist Headquarters

611 East 44th Street
Studios 3&4
Garden City, ID

The Process of Collaborative Design /  by Susan Madacsi

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The Process of Collaborative Design

Some brief reflections on a recent project...

There are many occasions when I work directly with a design professional and their client. Here is a brief breakdown of my most recent commission where all three parties brought forward ideas and how the original conceptual drawing evolved into the final piece, "Mountain Cloud."

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Concept Drawing: Communicates the details of the design and prepares both artist and client for the creative process.

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Color Palette: Colors have inherent meanings, which can vary depending on the environment and the client’s own esthetics.



I chose these colors to indicate a ridgeline, rosey shear cliffs, pine trees, and rolling hills that lead up and into the mountains.

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Variations on a Theme: After submitting the first color drawing, the designer voiced that her client was looking for a reticulated edge reminiscent of another work, "Big Red." With that information, I revised the edge treatment. I also played with color to explore other possibilities.

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Room with a View: The designer sent an image of the visible horizon from the client's home, suggesting the ridgeline emulate the one in their view.

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Integrated Ideas: Studying the ridgeline image, I began to incorporate these elements into the design. 

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Combined Creativity: After a number of drawing rounds and client input, we settled on a final concept for the commission.

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Mountain Cloud: A final image of the work installed in its new home. I provided custom hardware for easy installation and the clients are very pleased with their commissioned artwork.