Willie Baronet began engaging in conversations with the homeless, who held signs asking for help, in 1993. He came to learn they had much to give him in exchange for the signs that he purchased from them along the way. Baronet was in the advertising design business for much of his career but seeks to shed light on the lives of those less fortunate by showcasing signs written by those in need. “I see the signs now as sign-posts of my own journey,” says Baronet, “inward and outward, of reconciling my life and my judgments with the plight of the homeless, and even with the notions of home, goodness, and compassion. Part of the passion that drives me to share this work with others is so that they too might examine their own.”

The exhibit runs through November 28th (by appointment only) and a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Stewpot.

I’ve been spending a lot of time… thinking… about blogging.

If I were to open up what… what might pour out?

I’m curious.

So, I’m starting back today… and…Tonight… I’m sending love out to my Mom.

I just want to take a moment tell you that we are having another
event for Andrew Tolentino and Mike Arreaga (of the Peep Show
currently in our gallery) on Wed. the 13th of May.

TARTUFI is going to be playing a show that night. They were named the best band of San
Francisco last year, and we are honored to have them playing at space!
Andrew and Mike will have more work on the walls that night and going to be
creating art here for you! Mike will be screen printing t shirts, and
cards with a custom design. Andrew will be breaking and painting skateboards:
your’s, his, people who just happen to skate by…. whoever!

It’s going to be a fun night, so come by and if your friends
weren’t able to come to the opening, do bring them out!

Tartufi is said to be “part aggressive, experimental-noise rock,
part delicate and lovely melody and completely awesome” by the
Omaha Reader.

Goes well with Deerhoof, Explosions In The Sky,
Animal Collective, The Golden Bears.

“Tartufi knows what they’re doing… The San Francisco duo uses
complex song structures to build what can only be described as
sonic collages, employing unusual instrumentation and dynamic
shifts to achieve a rolling-river feel to the songs. Each song
on the disc takes its time in establishing the mood (there’s
only one song under five minutes), and there’s a sense of
continuity between the songs… Even better, the individual
songs are strong examples of craftsmanship… Us Upon Buildings
Upon Us is a success.You might not be able to dance to it, but
you’ll enjoy it nonetheless.”

Needless to say these cats are amazing. Come out to see us,
listen to the sweet sounds of Tartufi, and create some art. You
won’t be disappointed!

All starts at 9P.M! I’ll see you here!

-Aubrey

Aubrey Nell

Gallery Director Hal Samples Gallery 2814 Main Dallas Texas
214-334-4481

OUT FRONT OUR STUDIO IS DOING A FREE PHOTO BOOTH

Check back here after the weekend for a link to all your images.

Hal Samples’ Gallery is proud to present “Lost in Liberia” an exhibition of Justin Clemons’ work from his trip to aid orphans in Liberia. The exhibition will be displayed from March 28th – April 17th with an opening reception on March 28th from 7 to 11pm. Hal Samples’ Gallery located at 2814 Main street, Dallas TX, and is open Monday through Friday from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M, free of charge.

- This show benefits Orphan Relief and Rescue -

Special Musical Performance by Caleb Jones in the Gallery at 9:30

Thank you for your love and support.