April 20 to July 31, 2012
Enchanted by Plein Air
Featuring works by Nikolai Dubovik
JohnWurdeman V and Olga Belakovskaya

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Meet the Artist Reception, April 20, 2012 6:00 to 9:00
For the opening night only of our Spring Exhibition, the staff at Lazare Gallery is pleased to host Nicholai Dubovik. Mr. Dubovik is on his way back to Moscow and returning from Red Rock, Nevada where he was a featured guest lecturer and teacher for the International Plein Air Convention of 2012. His wife, Olga Belakovskaya, also a graduate of the Surikov Institute and professor at the Art College of 1905 since 1996 is accompaning Mr. Dubovik. Also visiting from the Republic of Georgia is John Wurdeman, the only American to graduate from the Surikov. Don't miss this rare opportunity to interact directly with these three beloved and prominent Russian Trained Artists and view their remarkable paintings featured in Lazare Gallery's exhibition,
"Enchanted by Plein Air".
For alternate dates , please call 804-829-5001 to arrange a private viewing of this special exhibition.

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April 20, 2012 - 9:30 to 4:30
Plein Air Painting Workshop
Taught by Russian Master Nicholai Dubovik
John Wurdeman V and Olga Belakovskaya

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Bring a comfortable chair, sun hat, easel and picnic lunch.
Enjoy the picturesque banks of the James River as the setting for your day of Plein Air.
Join Nicholai Dubovik, John Wurdeman V and Olga Belakovskaya as they share their painting techniques and insights in this
"not to be missed" hands-on workshop.
Workshop will include simultaneous painting demonstrations by the three artists and a chance to have input on your personal work.
Pre-register by phone, 804-829-5001
or email, kathy@lazaregallery.com
$75 fee for workshop payable by check or charge card.

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Seeking Hidden Treasures

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As John Wurdeman discusses Lazare Gallery's collecting philosophy, take a behind the scene look at our adventure of seeking hidden art treasures in Russia. Glimpse professors Nikolai Dubovik and Alexey Sukovesky in their classrooms at the Surikov Institute. Join Lazare Gallery artists in Moscow as they gather to dine and toast the tradition of Russian Realism.

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Reflecting on Traditions of Plein Air Russia
by John Wurdeman V, Artist
Plein Air Magazine, Spring 2011

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As a student and graduate of Russia's premier Surikov Institute in Moscow, John Wurdeman,V brings a unique, informed perspective to why the development of Plein air painting in Russia parallels its western counterpart in many ways, but the aim of these artists, more often than not, was very different.

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October 29, 2011 - January 31, 2012
Enchanted by Georgia
In Sighnaghi, The Republic of Georgia
At the Georgian National Museum

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In the tradition of their rigorous art education, John Wurdeman, Ilya Yatsenko and Ivan Kugach, classmates and graduates of the prestigious Surikov Art Institute in Moscow have again come together to paint and share the results of their efforts. "Enchanted by Georgia" features works painted during their time together in the Republic of Georgia. Their paintings celebrate the rich culture and hospitality of this enchanting country and beloved home of John Wurdeman.

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Lecture at The American University
Katzen Art Museum

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The Global Arts Network and the Humanities Council of Washington were proud sponsors of this lecture on the History of Russian Realism given by Historian of Russian Art, John Wurdeman

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Special Events
Photos of Kugach, Kugach, Kugach Opening Events
Including the Russian Embassy Gala and AUM Artist Reception

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With much anticipation and enthusiasm, the Kugach family was recently welcomed to Washington DC. The festivities started with a gala dinner at the Embassy of the Russian Federation, benefiting Global Arts Network. The following evening, Mikhail Kugach talked about family paintings in the Kugach, Kugach, Kugach exhibition at the opening reception at American University Museum.

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June 6th - 8th, 2009
Russian Art Fair
In London

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Lazare Gallery was honored to participate in the vetted "Russian Art Fair" at the Jumeirah Carlton Towers, London. Devoted entirely to Russian Art, this unique fair united dealers and collectors from across the world with a stunning array of the finest works produced by Russian Artists over the last millennium.

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Now Available!
MASTER OF COLOR
The Life and Works of Vyacheslav Nikolaivich Zabelin

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This greatly anticipated book
by art historian
Sergey Gavrilychenko is now available.

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Online Now
RUSSIAN ART BLOG
Sponsored by Lazare Gallery

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Lazare Gallery now sponsors a blog devoted to
bringing Russian art lovers up to date news and information
regarding important events occuring in the world of Russian art.

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