First Friday’s ARTScrawl brought me to The Gallery ABQ for the December holiday show featuring art by all of the gallery members. In addition, KGB Photography Group: Kozeliski, Gilbert, and Bidewell presented their stunning exhibition of photography in the gallery salon. Art enthusiasts crowded the gallery as we all listened to John Gilbert give the Artist Insight Talk.
Gilbert, a native of Albuquerque, has always loved art and photography. He has been a professional photographer since 1985. Gilbert says, “When photoshop came out I knew it was for me, to be able to combine art and photography and create unique portraits and art pieces.” His prints are amazingly rich and vibrant, with a subtle three dimensional quality. Gilbert has worked for several big studios but prefers to create photo illustrations and fine art pieces from his home studio now.