Chromography
Featuring Donald Satterlee
ARTHOUSE on R is proud to present the art exhibition “Chromography” at ARTHOUSE Gallery on historic R street in Sacramento, November 8 – December 8, 2024.
Please join us as we feature Donald Satterlee’s work at ARHOUSE on R Gallery, 1021 R Street, Sacramento. The opening reception and opportunity to meet the artist is Saturday, November 9, from 5-8 PM.
“Chromography” features digitally manipulated color photographs based on Satterlee’s extensive collection of photos of all things chrome. With literally thousands of photos of beautiful autos from which to work, these composited, mirrored images create some wonderfully abstract objects. Some resemble jewelry, others robots, even animals and Satterlee’s favorites… hearts. His love of color, texture, line and shiny steel surfaces all come together in this intriguing series of work.
He is best known for creating immersive landscapes that look photorealistic from a distance, but closer inspection reveals the textures and values used to create the image. “My hope is that people will approach my work as a type of doorway, almost as if you can choose to continue being in the room or walk into the drawing and be transported to the place it depicts.”
Attending Autorama, Hot August Nights and NHRA car shows has always been a passion for Donald. The colorful, sparkling reflective surfaces, polished chrome, and pin striping all capture the photographer’s eye.
Satterlee’s interest in hot rods and custom cars dates way back to building model cars in his childhood. His interest in metal work was sparked by college welding and automotive paint classes.
This chrome-related series is a departure from Satterlee’s more familiar fine art fogscape photos. These have been featured at Viewpoint Photographic Arts Gallery, ARTHOUSE Gallery, Elliott Fouts Gallery, Blue Line Gallery as well as being permanently installed in many hospitals, banks and offices in the area.
When not working on his fine art photography Donald Satterlee works as a commercial photographer. He specializes in advertising and architectural work in Northern California.
In addition to the Gallery show, ARTHOUSE’s resident artists will open their studios to the public for Second Saturday November 9, from 5-8 PM. Bring your friends, meet the artists, enjoy and maybe even take home some art. On the first floor, visit our friends at Tea Cozy, The Constellation Marketplace, Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Store, dro & Tsutuomu Designs, Lucid Winery, and Fox & Goose. Immerse yourself in a fun and creative community here at the ARTHOUSE on R.
Please join us on Second Saturday, November 9, to celebrate this talented and accomplished creator. Immerse yourself in a fun and creative community here at the ARTHOUSE on R. ARTHOUSE Gallery and Studios is a unique art space housing over 20 artists and a full gallery. The gallery is open during these hours: Monday 10 am – 2 pm, Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm, Sunday 11 am-4 pm. Second Saturday hours: 10 am – 8 pm.
To learn more about Donald Satterlee, please visit Satterlee Photographs on Facebook.
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