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Tia Maggio Rides Again

November 1, 2021

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In the first post-pandemic (that is, fully vaccinated) art opening, we were psyched to see some pastel and pencil by Tia Maggio. No longer local, Tia lives in Massachusetts. Much of her current work is inspired by views to be found near her home.

The work was displayed at Youngblood Gallery in The Plains, Virginia.

This one is now in the permanent collection

Interesting displays under glass

The far right pastel is from the same series as one of the ones we purchased

Most of the Tia’s we have are in pastel. Pencil is a new medium for us. Same color palette, but finer lines and more space.

Pencil

Invocation of winter

Invocation of Spring

We also purchased the upper right piece shown here

This one is also in the permanent collection now. One day it will be framed.

Potato Stone: Youngblood Art Mosaic

February 7, 2016

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Our friend Tia Maggio just opened a shared space show, Mosaic, at youngblood in The Plains. The show also features sculpture by Chilean artist Carlos Edwards.

Shades of Blue by Tia Maggio

Carlos Edwards

Tia Maggio on point

Tia’s new work, interspersed with pictures from previous phases, was inspired by time in Moroco.

Going Out with a Bang by Tia Maggio

What’s the Matterhorn by Tia Maggio

Carlos Edwards

Carlos Edwards told me about working with a stack of potatoes as inspiration for some of his work in granite. So remember: test the water with your potatoes before you jump in.

Also Carlos Edwards

Memories of You by Tia Maggio

We added a third Tia piece to our collection. What appealed to us in this piece was the depth of field.

Bouquet by Tia Maggio

Catch the show while it is still on, and while you’re in town, have a margarita or two (enhanced with extra tequila and lime) at El Agave.

The best place to eat in the Plains? El Agave, hands down.

Missed the Opening? No Problem! Tia Maggio Rocks Duvall Gallery

April 12, 2015

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Tia Maggio at Duvall Gallery

Our plan was to go to the real opening shindig, but we were thwarted by the new equine arrivals! Not to worry. We made our own opening+1.

Tia Maggio works in pastels and does very intricate, delicate work with beautiful lines and lots of movement. The colors are not “easter colors” in case that’s what you’re thinking. Tia’s work can be dark and mysterious or summery and light. Whole spectrum. Great work. We’re proud to have some of Tia’s stuff in our collection at Apothecary Shed.

Tia Maggio’s Show at Duvall Gallery

One of the great things about the Duvall Gallery is that it is an old old building. The patina inside is a striking and effective offset for the work. So glad it is not boring and white.

Of course, an opening+1 requires a nice cocktail. The doctor’s bag was handy.