Tuxedo Hop - Laurel Peterson Gregory

“Nothing makes me happier than seeing someone smile and laugh with my work,” says Laurel Peterson Gregory. And her whimsical pieces of dancing creatures cast in bronze never fail to bring a smile or a laugh or a giggle to the surface.

“I want my pieces to lift the viewer and take them to a better place for a timeless moment,” she says.

A classically trained sculptor, Laurel has twice served as the director of the board for the La Scuola Classical Sculpture School. A love for figurative expression and for the freedom she finds in impressionistic interpretation inspire her creations.

Laurel’s exceptional ability to work with bronze has been honed in a variety of ways throughout her life. She earned a degree in Industrial Arts from Humboldt State University in Northern California, after which she took on a variety of jobs, including master electrician, building official, and finally sculptor.

Pause for Reflection - Laurel Peterson Gregory

Her uncommon ability to observe and capture motion in clean lines is the hallmark of her work. Her process always begins with careful observation of motion. After hundreds of sketches, she has honed in on a particular position that articulates the essence a movement. The animal she chooses to represent the movement is also carefully selected for its lines and ability to convey an emotion.

Laurel is also intimately involved in achieving the rich patinas her work is known for. She carefully applies multiple layers of chemicals and oxides to each piece. The range of effects she is able to pull from each piece is simply astounding.

Stop in at the gallery the next time you need to smile. Laurel’s pieces will never fail to bring levity to your day.

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Estrella del Norte Vineyards are located off of the High Road to Taos (NM 503) about 7/10th of a mile.  15 minutes north of Santa Fe, this vineyard has breathtaking views, beautiful 150 year old trees and abundant gardens.

Chris Turri's Sculptures Welcome You!

"Awe of the Inland Waterway" by Richard Pankratz

"Koi Meets Girl" by John Maisano!

"Beautiful Vineyard Grounds"

"Bump" by Laurel Peterson-Gregory

Wines, wines, wines…

Finger Lakes International Wine Competition Trio

$97.00 or $82.45 for Wine Club Members (Mention Waxlander Gallery to receive the Wine Club Member price!)

Ships for an additional $22.00

Estrella Del Norte Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009

Estate grown Pinot Noir grapes, great harvest, over 100 cases made. Light bodied with bright raspberry & soft tannins. Finishes smooth with a touch of earth.

Suggested pairing: Nuts & smoked cheese or Chicken with light sauced pastas.

Estrella Del Norte Vineyard Founders Blend

This full bodied Bordeaux style red wine is blended with Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and New Mexico grown Cabernet Franc.  A lush and heavy red blend with raspberry, blackberry, spices & chocolate. Named “Founders Blend” because of the estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon and the limited supply. Less than 30 cases available.

Suggested pairing: A nice steak with a rich sauce.

Estrella Del Norte Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

Like a starry Northern New Mexico evening, this wine is rich with deep currants and brilliant notes of black cherry, spicy clove and oak. Enjoy with a fine dinner and special someone. Elegante y Sabroso!

Suggested pairing: Roast Pork Loin.

Finger Lakes International Wine Competition Results

We entered 3 wines in the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition and took 3 medals:  The first was a Gold for our estate grown 2009 Pinot Noir; Silver for our Founders Blend, blended with our estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon; and 3rd a Bronze for our 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon. The Finger Lakes International Wine Competition had wines from 19 countries, all 50 United States and 6 Canadian Provinces and is one of the biggest International Wine Competitions. For the second straight year, the 11th annual Finger Lakes International Wine Competition set a record for the number of entries. At the Rochester Plaza Hotel, a record-breaking 3,259 wines from 788 wineries competed for gold medals.

For more information visit http://www.estrelladelnortevineyards.com!

Estrella Del Norte Vineyard

Estrella Del Norte Vineyard is in Nambe, just 15 minutes north of Santa Fe. Owners Richard and Eileen Reinders welcome visitors to sample their outstanding wines in their tasting room.  Have an upcoming event? The vineyard is a wonderful venue that can be booked for wedddings, wine dinners, corporate picnics and dinners, and holiday parties. It can be a do-it-yourself event, or the vineyard’s event planner partners can see to every detail. Attend the wine festival coming this summer, 2011!

Snow in the Vineyard!

Coming Soon: Waxlander Gallery and Sculpture Garden has teamed up with Estrella Del Norte Vineyards to bring a  beautiful sculpture stroll through the vineyard. Including Waxlander sculptors John Maisano, Laurel Peterson Gregory, Chris Turri, and Richard Pankratz… more artists to come!