New Wedding, Portrait and Print Photo Website

We have recently launched a new website specializing in Halifax wedding photography, portraiture, and Nova scotia landscape photography.  Check it our here —–> maddenvallis.com

Special thanks to Halifax Web Designer Trevor Delaney @ Hop Creative.

Over the next few weeks 4 of our photos will be on display at the Cape Breton Univeristy Art Gallery as part of the Student, Faculty, Staff & Alumni Exhibition 2010. If you are in the area, we would love for you to stop by and check them out. The gallery is located just of the Grand Hall.

Echoes from the Past

For the month of August we will be showing selceted works from our “Echoes from the Past” series. These are a collection of photos of abadoned homes and objects from around Nova Scotia. Paper Chase is located on Blowers St in Halifax and if you are in the city, stop by for a coffee or a great meal there. They are avaible to purchase mounted and ready to hang: 20×30 for 150.00 and 12×18 for 75.00. If you are inteseted in any of the photos or prints send us a message at mail@maddenvallis.com

Red Spruce Rug Designs

Since the winter I have been working on a fun project creating designs for  Red Spruce that are turned into hand-hooked wool rugs. Red Spruce is a Dartmouth based business exporting authentic wool rugs. This great opportunity is under the direction of creative director, Michael Christie.  On July 17 2009  Red Spruce launched its debut collection of contemporary rugs at the Argyle Fine Art Gallery.  You can find more about Red Spruce and the rugs deigned by myself and other artist at 
http://www.redspruce.ca – Kim

Opening @ Ur·ban·i·ty

April 24/2009: We will be showing some selected abstract works at Ur·ban·i·ty,  a trendy downtown salon. They are  located in Bishops Landing, Halfax and will be presenting different artwork from Argyle Fine Art in the months to come. The opening show is  7-9pm at 1477 Lower Water Street.

Echoes From the Past” Now Showing @ The Paper Chase

10Jan09- For the month of January selected works from our “Abstract Metal” and “Echoes From the Past” Series will be on display at the Paper Chase Cafe on Blowers Street.

We have selected 9 of our favorite pieces from our “Echoes From the Past” and 4 large pieces from our “Abstract Metal” Series. Be sure to stop by the cafe to check them out any time this month they are open everyday and serve great coffee and wonderful dishes.

For information about pricing or other print products please contact us directly at (902)423-5115 or by email at mail@adamandevecreations.com .

Corrosion – Now Showing at Argyle Fine Art and Blink!

 

Corrosion by Kim Vallis and Matt Madden

19Dec08 -You can now find our Corrosion Series at Blink! and Argyle Fine Art. The images are in the form of laser print Phototransfers which are shaped over tile blocks. They are a great find if you enjoy collecting art or want to start, for only $25 you can purchase a 6 inch square or for $50 you can own a 14 inch by 6 inch board. For more information about purchasing a tile please visit here or email gallery@argylefa.com. 

2009 Landscape Calendar

 14Nov08-Just in time for the new year, our 2009 Calendar is now for sale. Living in Nova Scotia is a landscape photographers dream. Our Nova Scotia Landscape Calendar is a unique combination of 12 stunning images from all over NS. We are so lucky to be surrounded by so many amazing things: The Bay of Fundy and its wonderful tides, Cape Breton and the Cabot Trail, and the wonderful farm land of the Annapolis Valley.We included some of our favorite photos from 2008 in a 28 page 8. 5 * 11 calendar.

PRICE: $25.00+ Shipping*

Sorry We are all Sold Out. Thanks to everyone for purchasing one! 

Updates

Trip Around the Cabot – It was long over due but we finally made it to the Highlands of Nova Scotia. We both have a special palce in our hearts for the Cabot Trail being from Cape Breton. Be sure to check out the full gallery of Highland Images at http://www.pbase.com/mmkv/cabot_trail

 

BATTLE SNAP 1st Place photo –I am very hourned to say that one of my favorite photos, “House on Hairy Hill” was awarded first place at the recent Battle Snap here in Halifax. Started by Chris Smith, Battle SNAP is a one night event in which fellow photographers enter their favorite photos and each person votes for their favorite. Thank you to all who voted for my photo there was many great submissions. For more info  on Battle Snap and the other winners check out, ww.battlesnap.                                                                                                                                     

 

Sight on Sound Poster : The Agyle Fine Art is starting a New Music Series ”Sight on Sound”  at there Historic Properties Gallery. I was asked by owner Adriana Afford to create a poster for the first show featuring Musicians Dusty Keeler, Kev Corbett, Klarka Weinwurm and Ruth Minnikin. The poster is a combination of photos and photshop renderings.

Sight on Sound Starts Nov. 20 at 8 pm at the Arygle Art Gallery    

 

  

Argyle Fine Art Galley Five Islands Retreat Trip- We visited Five Islands, NS, Again! Only this time we travelled to the edge of the universe and found ourselves stranded on a beautiful island for three days with 12 outstanding artists.

The Argyle Fine Art Gallery was kind enough to invite us on a weekend retreat to the five islands as part of a group of 14 local artists. It was an amazing opportunity to network and gain inspiration from others. We were truly in awe by the talented artists that we met such as: Jeff Wheaton, Selah Koile, Mary Grace Koile, Chris Smith, Ed Beals, Gordon Macdonald, Dusty Keeler, Sherry Lynn Jollimore, Chuck Blazevich, Brandt Eisner, Joe Mader, and Gallery owner Adriana Afford. We have included links to all there sites please take some time and check these amazing artists out.

Thanks to the Argyle fine art we have met so many wonderful artists and made many new friends.

Company House Records – Logo Contest Winner

08Aug08- A few weeks ago I noticed that Company House Records was hosting a logo design contest. I was excited to piece together some logos which I thought represented the brand and would also be easily carried across products, marketing communications, etc. After a few hours at the drawing board I was able to mock up a variety of logos which I felt would represent the brand’s Image and could also be used effectively to brand t-shirts,hats, cds, etc. A week later I received an email stating that I was selected as the winner for the logo contest. I was extremely honored that my logo would now represent the up and coming record company, who is now representing some of my favorite Cape Breton artists like The Tom Fun Orchestra, Slowcoaster, and Carmen Townsend.

Also, the “Vinylview” show at the Argyle is now over and I am pleased to say that it was a tremendous sucess. Both my pieces have been purchased and will be in their new homes soon. Be sure to check out the Argyle, they are doing some new and exciting things for the month of August. Some of which include the opening of a new Gallery BLINK!, the revival of the Spontanous Lunch Art, and a variety of new shows.