Saturday, May 13 10am – 3pm (one hour for lunch)
Create beautiful abstract flowers!
Start loosely and playfully with transparent watermedia, then create a whimsical design with negative painting and your favorite mark-making tools.
Supplies:
Watermedia – bring your choice of liquid acrylics, acrylic inks, Golden High Flow acrylics, tube watercolors (sorry, pans are too wimpy) and/or alcohol inks (the last is not permanent).
Bring one tube of white acrylic. (Instructor will bring other colors)
Your choice of mark-making tools – could be acrylic markers, regular markers (not usually permanent), sharpies (not permanent), colored pencils, watercolor pencils, watercolor crayons, gelatos or gel sticks (not permanent), graphite pencils, pastel sticks or pencils, oil pastels, etc. Bring what you have but I recommend purchasing a white sharpie.
Bring one 11×14 or 12×12 canvas or canvas board. Instructor will also supply one small sheet of yupo. You can also bring a small watercolor or acrylic painting you want to transform.
Other tools: Brushes in different sizes, water container, paper towels, and apron. Droppers or pipettes, and dipping pen or calligraphy pen if you have one.
For inspiration, bring pictures of flowers, vases and simple patterns. The instructor will also bring ideas for patterns and extra supplies.
Register by emailing sharongiles@gmail.com or calling 972-570-7565 Cost: $45 ($40 for IAA members).
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Fall 2017 Workshops and newly announced 2018 Workshops at Artists Showplace Gallery. For a description of workshops, see http://theartistsshowplace.com/workshops/.
Secure your spot in our workshops with a $75 deposit (non-refundable). Register early! Call 972–233–1223.
THE ARTISTS’ SHOWPLACE GALLERY
15615 Coit Road, Suite 230, Dallas, TX 75248
The Shops at Spanish Village
New addition!
Kathy Elliott
Cold Wax & Oil
September 20-23
$385
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Maureen Brouillette
Mixed Media Collage
September 29-October 1, 2017
$285
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Cecy Turner
Oil
January 23-25, 2018
$385
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Sterling Edwards
Watercolor
October 9-13, 2017
$500
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Jo Moncrief
Acrylic Abstract
February 21-24, 2018
$385
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Bev Boren
Oil
November 2-4, 2017
$285
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Stephen Zhang
Watercolor
March 6-9, 2018
$400
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Michael Holter
Figurative Watercolor
November 7-9, 2017
$300
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David Kessler
All Media Abstract
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“We the People”
November 1 – 23, 2016
8 am to 5 pm/Monday through Friday
An Evening with the Artist – Thursday, November 10, 2016/7 to 9 pm
Keller Town Hall; 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller TX 7
Featured Artists: Texas Members of the Portrait Society of America: Gene Dillard, Kathryn Holter, Michael Holter, Ken MacFarlane, DK Richardson, Gaye Sekula and Tim Woolsey. 2015 Keller’s Got Talent “Best in Show” and 2016 First Place – Oil Painting Award recipient Stefan Huyghe.
City of Keller, TX : Current Exhibit/
As we come together to elect a new president, the Keller Public Arts Program shares an exhibit of portraits which draws the viewer into the diversified citizenry that encompasses our societal melting pot. The Texas Members of the Portrait Society of America; Gene Dillard, Kathryn Holter, Michael Holter, Ken MacFarlane, DK Richarson, Gaye Sekula and Tim Woolsey, along with our own 2015 Keller’s Got Talent “Best in Show” and 2016 First Place – Oil Painting awards recipient, Stefan Huyghe bring their interpretations of the human face and its similarities and complexities to life through oil, acrylic, pastel and scratchboard media. For more information, visit our website at www.cityofkeller.com/publicarts; contact 817-743-4000 or email publicarts@cityofkeller.com.
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Dallas-based Billingsley Company is bringing an iconic structure by way of urban art to its new multifamily community, The Brickyard, with the unveiling of its new stain glass water tower. The water tower was designed by Joseph Shortell of Shortell Design, a Dallas-based designer who works in stone, glass, iron and other primary materials, and whose creations have been featured in restaurants, lounges and other locations from coast to coast. Lauren Stout, an independent artist working with Shortell, laid out the color schemes with direction and approval directly from property developer, Lucy Billingsley.
The water tower accompanies other urban-inspired design elements on the property, such as arched windows, brick detailing and old-style painted signs, reminiscent of Brooklyn style-walk ups.
Among the features of the Brickyard Water Tower:
- Internally lit with 24 LED flood lights
- Agricultural silo-style metal roof
- 24 3’x6’ curved panels, each with individual colored acrylic panes in varying shades of yellow, orange, red, blue and green
- Panel and pane frames made of powder-coated metal to withstand the harsh Texas elements
“We could not be more thrilled with how the Water Tower has turned out,” said Sumner Billingsley, managing partner on The Brickyard project. “I think it fully encompasses the thoughtfulness and unique attention to detail that went into this development – inspired by elements of the past, but infused with the creativity and energy of our community today.”
The water tower sits on the edge of the property – a perfect viewing location for both residents and passersby. The official unveiling and lighting of the water tower was October 5th. Farmers Branch dignitaries and guests attended a lighting party to see the new addition to the property and welcome a local piece of art to the community.
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The Brickyard is the first phase of apartments and townhomes in Mercer Crossing, the newest multi-use Billingsley development, located at the crossroads of Interstate 35E, Interstate 635 and President George Bush Turnpike. The Brickyard is a blend of one- and two-bedroom apartments and townhomes that embody romantic industrial architecture with abundant use of brick, metal-framed windows and old-style painted signs on building walls. Residents have been moving into the community since May 2016.
For more information, please visit www.BillingsleyCo.com or www.TheBrickyardApts.com.
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Beautiful Souls: Artwork By Sierra Barnes
We are excited to have a brand new artist for this upcoming show.
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Sierra Barnes offers the kind of beautiful art that
pairs well with honoring the sacred energy of the feminine. Join us for an
opening reception from 7-10 p.m. April 29 at Art Is Life Studio.
At 19 years old, Sierra is self-taught artist born and raised in Dallas, Texas.
In 2002 she was diagnosed with Craniopharyngioma, a type of brain tumor
derived from pituitary gland embryonic tissue. This as well as other obstacles
and challenges in her life have not stopped her from pursuing her artistic passion.
It has instead inspired and motivated her as an artist as well as a person.
“Nobody’s perfect but everyone has beauty within them.
These pieces of art I have created were inspired by my own
struggles and experiences,” Sierra said.
Sierra is also a writer and writes a poem to go along with every single
piece of art she creates. Each of them are hand-written and attached
to the back of the painting.
“This art show is about how we are the souls within us and not just our
bodies,” Sierra said. “We can find beauty within our flaws and
imperfections. We judge one another and we sometimes judge ourselves.”
We look forward to seeing you. There will be light snacks served as well as
non-alcoholic beverages keeping in the studio’s mission of providing a
safe, sober space for individuals in recovery.
Where: Art Is Life Studio 1200 E Collins Blvd, #106 Richardson, Texas 75081
When: April 29, 2016 7pm – 10pm
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/704467703026355/
Sierra Barnes Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/artistsierrabarnes/
Art Is Life Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/artislifestudio/timeline
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Jane Jones has studied with over 80 of the country’s leading instructors and is in demand herself as an instructor, lecturer and juror. Winner of innumerable prestigious awards in local, regional, and national juried exhibitions, Jane is a signature member of Southwest Watercolor Society, Associated Creative Artists, Texas Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Oklahoma and Western Federation Watercolor Society. She has served as lecturer and juror for more than 80 different art organizations throughout the country.
To sign up for her workshops, contact: Jane Jones:
Email: janejonesart@yahoo.com
Phone: 972-407-1566
Experimental/Acrylic Workshop
Price: $325.00
Workshop Dates: 4/25/2016 – 4/28/2016,(4 days) 9:30-3:30
Location: Artists’ Showplace – Dallas
Address:
15615 Coit Rd. Suite 230
Dallas, Texas 75248
Experimental/Acrylic Workshop
– Use of acrylics and collage with different mediums
– On-going demonstrations
– Abstract and non-objective
– Working inventively with your tools to bring new life to your paintings
– Discovering the joy of pouring, scrubbing, glazing, stamping, splattering, and organizing into more creative work
– Discovering design and color
– Personal critiques
– Group critiques
– This workshop will help take your paintings to a new level using:
– Design structures to pull your paintings together
– Elements and principles of design to unify your paintings
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Design II Phase One
Price: $400.00
Workshop Dates: 5/2/2016 – 5/6/2016, (5 days) 9:30-3:30
Location: Artists’ Showplace – Dallas
Address:
15615 Coit Rd. Suite 230
Dallas, Texas 75248
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Design II Phase Two
Price: $400.00
Workshop Dates: 5/16/2016 – 5/20/2016, (5 days) 9:30-3:30
Location: Artists’ Showplace – Dallas
Address:
15615 Coit Rd. Suite 230
Dallas, Texas 75248
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Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Watercolor
Price: $350.00
Workshop Dates: 11/15/2016 – 11/18/2016, (4 days) 9:30-3:30
Location: Artists’ Showplace – Dallas
Address:
15615 Coit Rd. Suite 230
Dallas, Texas 75248
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Keller Public Arts presents a beautiful exhibit of uniquely sculpted and painted birds of many varieties. Enjoy the simple, magical grace of our feathered friends as they fill the gallery at Keller Town Hall. The exhibit runs from April 6th through the 27th. Join us for an evening with the artists on Thursday, April 14th from 7 to 9 pm; 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, TX 76248. For more information contact 817-743-4000 or publicarts@cityofkeller.com.
Jed & Terri Ford, Driftwood Sculpture
Nancy Elliot, Painting & Mixed Media
Barbara German, Acrylic
Hailey Herrera, Water Media
Shari Hornish, Painter of Birds
Jan Partin, Photography with a painterly quality
Charles Wallis, Painter
Reception Apr. 14, 7 – 9 pm
April 6 – 28, 2016
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Price: $325.00
Workshop Dates: 4/25/2016 – 4/28/2016 (4 days)
Location: Artists’ Showplace – Dallas
Phone Number: 972-407-1566
Address:
15615 Coit Rd. Suite 230
Dallas, Texas 75248
Country: United States
– Use of acrylics and collage with different mediums
– On-going demonstrations
– Abstract and non-objective
– Working inventively with your tools to bring new life to your paintings
– Discovering the joy of pouring, scrubbing, glazing, stamping, splattering, and organizing into more creative work
– Discovering design and color
– Personal critiques
– Group critiques
– This workshop will help take your paintings to a new level using:
– Design structures to pull your paintings together
– Elements and principles of design to unify your paintings
– Some level of painting experience and design background needed
Contact: Jane Jones
Email: janejonesart@yahoo.com
Phone: 972-407-1566
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Lake Granbury Art Association hosts a four-day workshop, May 16-20, 2016 with award winning acrylic/watercolorist Pat Dews, patdews.com.
Pat is a popular, enthusiastic instructor who teaches how to paint and see in a more abstract way. $400 members/$420 nonmembers, $75 deposit. media: watercolor and acrylic
Contact Diana Littlejohn, 817/578-1842, littlejohndj@charter.net, 4027 Fairway Drive DCBE, Granbury TX 76049
Lake Granbury Art Association lakegranburyart.blogspot.com
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WORKSHOPS AND ART LESSONS
Learn the technique of creating the illusion of stained glass without using glass. A unique Workshop is being conducted by the talented gallery co owner James Kuntz . Four weeks of a two hour class for $140 will have you bringing home a colorful work of art with your own original design.Call 214-304-6002 for dates and times.
Visit our Website
PAINTING WITH PATSY
The talented Patsy Seward will be conducting a three day Acrylic workshop on February 24,25th ,and 26th from 10 to 4.
Workshop cost is $210
DRAWING WITH AMY CELESTE WEBER
The intent of this class is to assist the student in developing basic drawing skills . Six 2 hour sessions on Saturdays. 11 to 1. Starting February 27ending April 2.
CLASS COST $200
UPTOWN DOWNTOWN GALLERY & STUDIO
301 North San Jacinto Street, Rockwall, TX, 75087 United States
(214) 304-6002
thegalleryfive@gmail.com
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What: Flowers: Isabel Cano Exhibition
When: currently on display through April 8th
Where: Black Box Performing Arts Theatre, 318 E Hickory St, Denton, TX
Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) member Isabel Cano, of Denton, currently has an exhibition of six acrylic paintings at the Point Bank Black Box Performing Arts Theatre through April 8, 2016. She has been painting in acrylic for five years and also has experimented with pastel and photography. The paintings on exhibit are from her series “Flowers.”
Cano has been a member of VAST for nine years and served three years on the Board of Directors including a year of service as Vice-president in charge of programs. She has exhibited in a number of the art society’s juried and non-juried exhibitions. She credits the organization with inspiring her to work and develop her skills as a painter.
Artist Statement:
My series “Flowers” is a study in shape, color, light and shadow. I create these paintings to give the flowers a much longer life, in hopes that more people will get to see the one that captivated me. The purpose of the bigger scale is to create an impact that will force as many viewers as possible, to see the beauty that would otherwise go unnoticed.
I create art to share with the viewer a slice of what and how, I perceive my surroundings.
The Black Box Theatre Exhibition is co-sponsored by Denton Community Theatre. Black Box hours are Monday and Wednesday, 1:00 – 4:00 pm and Friday, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm. The art may also be viewed during any of the performances at the Black Box.
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“Landscape and Beyond”
Solo Art Exhibition by Deepa H. Koshaley
Reception: Sunday, January 31, 2016, 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Venue:
Jaycee Park Center for the Arts (East Gallery)
1975 Puritan Drive, Irving TX 75061
Phone: 972-721-2488 (Gallery)
Gallery Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed: 1:00PM-4:00 PM
Tues, Thurs: 10:30AM – 3:30PM
Deepa: 972-639-6745 (C)
deepadesignscape@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/DeepaDesignscape
Exhibition Duration:
January 24, 2016- February 25, 2016
In her words:
This exhibition is inspired by architecture & landscape. I work in abstract and realism style. With an architecture background my work is influenced by structure side of it, interested in light, form and color. Realism style influenced by my profession as a Landscape Designer. My paintings are a personal expression of this duality.
My process begins with a series of sketches of landscapes or places or objects. Each composition is enlarged & refined using graphite on canvas. Acrylic colors are used in layers to create different planes, patterns & textures. Coming from India, a country of vibrant colors! I was always inspired by bright, colorful festivals, dresses. I try to capture that vibrancy in my paintings.
Spontaneity, unpredictability and self-discovery in making the art work constantly excites me!
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Cecy Turner – Oil
January 19-21, 2016
$285.00
Jo Moncrief – Acrylic/Abstract
February 24-27, 2016
$375.00
Don Sahli – Oil
May 7-9, 2016
$450.00
Soon Warren – Watercolor
September 27-30, 2016
$390.00
Artists’ Showplace Gallery
15615 Coit Road, Suite 230, Dallas, TX 75248, at the SW corner of Coit and Arapaho Roads.
Hours: Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Please call
972-233-1223 for specific class and workshop schedules, since they are sometimes held after hours.
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Potential Workshops – For more information call Toni Wengler 972-407-0353 http://fbcart.org/
Occasionally FBCAA hosts special workshops for the benefit of the members and the public. The cost for these is at the discretion of the association and the artist.
If you are interested in any of the following, please call and let us know. If a workshop fills to capacity, that would be great!
Marie Maines, PSA – EXPLORING COLOR. This 2-day workshop will use the medium of pastel to explore the many properties of color as they relate to composition. Participants will become more familiar with the terms hue, value, temperature and intensity and how their relationships to one another affect the mood of a drawing. Hands on experiments, instructor demos and the application of principles explored in the workshop will culminate in a final drawing project. Expected outcomes are: a greater understanding of basic art concepts and an increased comfort level in the use of pastel.
Date: Wed. January 20 and Thurs. January 21, 2016 9:30-3:30pm
Place: Farmers Branch Rec. Center
Price: $160 with a minimum of 10 students. Non-members $175
Teta Smith – Two-day Watercolor or Acrylic Pouring Impressionistic Realism or Abstract Subjects.
Appropriate for all levels of experience.
Dates: Thurs. Feb. 25 and Fri. Feb. 26, 2016 9:30-3:30pm
Place: Farmers Branch Rec. Center
Price: $170.00 per student. Non-members $180
Jane E. Jones – Two-day Marbling Workshop.
Marbling Techniques for cards, bookmarks, and paintings in watercolor and acrylics. Supplies provided by Jane: marbling mixture, marbling paint, marbling containers, cards and envelopes. Appropriate for all levels of experience.
Date: Wed. March 2nd and Thurs March 3rd. 2016 9:30-3:30pm
Place: Farmers Branch Rec. Center
Price: $250.00 per student (member and non-member)
Students: 8 people minimum and 12 people maximum.
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Sharon Serrago Art Classes
Jan. 18 – Feb. 22
6 Weeks – $150
Monday Evenings 6:00 – 9:00
Beginners are welcome!
Tell your friends.
This will be a great introduction to both watercolor and acrylic painting. We will focus on a variety of techniques so that you can find the ones that interest you most.
You may work with abstract or impressionism.
Landscapes, cityscapes, seascapes….
You can learn how to paint it all. These classes are intentionally very small so that I can give individual attention when needed. Each week I will introduce a new lesson on a certain technique, color theory, or a concept of design and will do a class demonstration to help students get started with their weekly assignment. You will be amazed at how quickly you will acquire skills that allow you to paint pictures you can be proud of.
Talent is not required. You need only a willingness to learn and to practice.
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To sign up for this Jan./Feb. session, email me or call so that I can put your name on my list.
If you have questions, feel free to call me at any time. If I am teaching, I will get back to you as quickly as possible.
I am really looking forward to this class. I love working with budding artists and getting them started toward a lifetime of expressing themselves through art.
850 N. Dorothy Dr.
Suite 502
Richardson TX 7581
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These classes are held in the Trinity Arts Guild Studio/Gallery, located at Bedford Boys Ranch, 2819 R. D. Hurt Pkwy, Bedford, TX 76095-0671
http://trinityartsguild.org/
Monday
Barbara McFarland
12:30 to 3:30pm
your choice of media
theartistsbrsh@aol.com
Tuesday
Bennie Wood
6:30 pm to 9:30pm
bjwatercolor@sbcglobal.net
Watercolor
Thursday
Johnny “Mahto” Hogue
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Oils or your choice of media
donjohn4242@yahoo.com
Friday
Bennie Wood
9:30 to 12:30
Watercolor
bjwatercolor@sbcglobal.net
Saturday
Johnny “Mahto” Hogue
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Oils or media of your choice
donjohn4242@yahoo.com
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Artisan’s Studio-Gallery
2825 Valley View Lane, Suite 301
Dallas, TX 75234
ph: (972) 488-8182 –
fax: (972) 241-6504
Since1981, Artisan’s has been in the Art Business. Partners are Naomi Brotherton and Pat Kochan, who teach weekly classes and sponsor workshops by Nationally recognized artists. They also rent space to other artists like Maureen Brouillette for classes. Artisan’s plays an active part in the art community by donating a cash award yearly to the SWS Annual Membership Exhibition and has been a meeting place for several groups monthly, such as Art Focus XC; and is a member of the
Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce. To inquire about renting Artisan’s for an Art
Party, to teach class or other events call 972 241-6504.
Artisan Schedule
PAT KOCHAN, SWS, TVAA, TWS, ISAP, WFWS, WHS
FINDING YOUR OWN STYLE – ALL LEVELS Watercolor I Acrylic/ Gouache
Monday Classes – Jan. 11, 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7 $50/Day 10am – 3:00pm
ABSTRACTION IN WATERMEDIA WORKSHOP
3 Days Jan. 21-22-23 Thu-Fri-Sat. $240 ($50 Deposit)
972-241·6504 PatKArt@aol.oom
NAOMI BROTHERTON, SWS,NOW,TWS,WFWS
VARIATIONS IN WATERCOLOR
Times of Day / Kind. of Weather – Intermediate Levels & up
Wednesday Classes 10·2:30 $50/day
Jan. 6, 20, 27, Feb. 3, 17, 24, Mar. 2, 16, 23, 30, Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 18, 25
THIRD SATURDAYS
Jan. 16, Feb. 20, Mar. 19, Apr.16, May 21
Painting the mystery of NIGHT in Watercolor
Sources of light: Porch light, Street light,
Moon… Two day workshop –
Feb. 26, 27 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $50/day
MAUREEN BROUlLLETTE, SWS, TWS, ISEA
Mixed Media / Collage Workshop
Sat. – Sun.-Mon. May 14 – 15 -16 $240
CRITIQUE
To paint better, have more success in juried shows, & network with serious artists, join one of Maureen’s critique groups meeting the first and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Call Maureen at 214-340-6914, maureenbrouillette@yahoo.com http://mbrouillette.com
FRANK FRANCESE NWS, AWS
From Grand Junction CO
3 DAY Watercolor Workshop
Study with the best Colorist
April 28-29-30, 2016 9:30 – 4:00
$350 Thu-Fri-Sat Sign up now with $50 Deposit
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Trinity Arts Guild:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND, at 7:00 pm.
Meetings are held on the first Monday evening of the month (except for Labor Day.) Visitors and guests are welcome to attend our monthly meetings and demonstrations.
Location: Trinity Arts Guild Gallery, Bedford Boys Ranch, 2819 R. D. Hurt Pkwy., Bedford, TX 76095-0671 http://trinityartsguild.org
Artist and webmaster Sharon Giles is the guest artist for the Nov. 2nd meeting of the Trinity Arts Guild. She will demonstrate the basics of using acrylic and watercolor media on a Gelli Arts Plate (as well as on a homemade gelatin / glycerin plate). She’ll employ stencils, stamps, found objects and masks to form images and designs.
For more about the artist, see her website: SharonGilesArt.com. She is an instructor in gelli printing and Suminagashi marbling.
The Gryphon and the Thunderdove (acrylic / mm 11×8.5)
“Nandina in Cherry & Midnight” watercolor monotype
Sisters in Fashion (acrylic / colored pencil 12×9)
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Tapesty by Jane E. Jones
Jane has studied with over 80 of the country’s leading instructors and is in demand herself as an instructor, lecturer and juror. Winner of innumerable prestigious awards in local, regional, and national juried exhibitions, Jane is a signature member of Southwest Watercolor Society, Associated Creative Artists, Texas Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Oklahoma and Western Federation Watercolor Society. She has served as lecturer and juror for more than 80 different art organizations throughout the country.
Sign up now for Jane’s 2015-2016 Friday Critique Sessions:
Total of 6 Sessions for $120.00
2015: November 6 and December 4
2016: January 15, February 12, March 4 and April 15
Friday Morning Sessions from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Friday Afternoon Sessions from 1:30 – 4:00 pm
Location: Jane Jones Studio, Dallas
http://janejonesart.com/workshops
Contact Jane at janejonesart@yahoo.com or 972-407-1566
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Doug Walton Acrylic Workshop
Sept. 28 – Oct. 2, 2015, $325
Take advantage to study with this popular acrylic master and learn his valuable acrylic techniques. Beginners and masters will love this workshop. Doug teaches realism along with abstract. Doug’s motto is “Learn to let go and get in touch with your true differences and allow painting to be more free with greater spiritual energy.” Materials can be provided for a nominal fee. Daily valuable critiques will be given.
Contact Dr. Diana Littlejohn, 817-578-1842 or littlejohn@charter.net for more information. Sponsored by Lake Granbury Art Association. http://lakegranburyart.blogspot.com/
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Weekly Art Classes offered by our Member Teachers
These classes are fee based and open to members and non-members.
Flyer:
TAG Classes
Barbara Mc Farland
Monday: 12:30pm-3:30pm
Acrylic, Oil (Canvas)
$68 for 4 sessions $20 per session.
Bennie J. Wood Tuesday: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Contact Bennie at 817-838-2409
Watercolor (paper and yupo)
$80 for 4 sessions or $22 per session.
Friday:
9:30am-12:30pm
contact Bennie at 817-838-2409
or at bjwwatercolor@yahoo.com
Watercolor (paper and yupo)
$80 for 4 sessions or $22 per session.
During September and October of 2015 Bennie will offer her Abstract/Experimental classes. Call or email for a supply list.
Johnny “Mahto” HogueThursday: 10:00am-1:00pm
Contact Mahto at 817-504-8769
All Media Contact Mahto for current prices.
Saturday: 10:00am-1:00pm
Contact Mahto at 817-504-8769
or at johnny8769@yahoo.com
All Media. Contact Mahto for current prices.
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Adult Art Classes with Niki Gulley –
Playing with Color
Through guidance, encouragement and suggestion, learn how to create gorgeous paintings. Bring your favorite medium and develop your skills in oils, acrylics, watercolors or pastels. Classes fill up quickly, so e-mail soon to register.
4 Tuesdays in September and / or November
Sept. 15th – Oct. 6th
Nov. 3rd – Nov. 24th
9:30 – 12:30 pm • $225 for one 4 week session or $400 for both 4 week sessions
2-4 pm • $160 for one 4 week session or $265 for both 4 week sessions
7 – 9 pm • $160 for one 4 week session or $265 for both 4 week sessions
- All levels or experience welcome.
- Maximum class size of 12.
- Make-up lessons available during opposite class times within the same 4 week session.
- Near the intersection of Northwest Hwy. and Abrams Rd. in Dallas
Email Niki, nikigulley@sbcglobal.net if you are interested.
Visit nikigulley.com for more details.
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Art Workshops with Maureen Brouillette
Abstract Acrylic with Mixed Media
June 6 & 7, 2015 in Dallas
http://mbrouillette.com/
The goal of this workshop is to experiment, have a good time and create a series of small paintings. All levels are welcome. Bring a friend!
Each day will include a brief lecture, a demo for technique, plenty of student painting time and individual guidance. The workshop will end with a group critique.
We are going to create abstract paintings using color, shape, texture and design to create original artwork. In addition to the items on my supply list I’d like to mention that I have been doing monoprints using a Gelli plate. I am excited to incorporate new elements into my workshop demos.
We can also incorporate found papers into our compositions. This might include letters, postcards, tickets, receipts, old paintings and drawings, rice and tissue papers, candy wrappers, maps, gold foil, patterned paper, labels, graph paper, ledgers, vintage books, engravings, stamps. I usually use black and white copies of my collage elements instead of using the originals.
We will use matte medium for adhesive, your favorite acrylic paints for color, plus anything you like to draw with, such as pencil, ink, charcoal, color pencils, and water soluble crayons to embellish our paintings. I have recently discovered black compressed carbon, water soluble discs at Asel that I absolutely love! They are usually in a box near the cash register at the Asel on Cedar Springs.
Time: 10 am to 4 pm. I will be there at 9:30 so you will have time to get settled. We will break for lunch from noon to 1:00. There are several restaurants close by. A refrigerator and microwave are available if you want to bring your lunch.
Location: Workshops are held at the Artisan’s Studio Gallery at 2825 Valley View Lane, Suite 301, Farmer’s Branch, TX 75234. It is just West of Josey Lane and not visible from Valley View, but is located behind the Fruit Market and Auto Zone.
Fee: $150 for the weekend.
Registration: To register or if you have any questions, please call Maureen at 214-340-6914 or e-mail Maureen. Space is very limited. A $75 non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit is required.
For supply list see http://mbrouillette.com/workshops.html
Maureen also teaches private lessons in both collage / mixed media and traditional acrylic painting on paper and canvas as well as doing private critiques.
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Jane E. Jones Design I Workshop
To register: call 972-407-1566 or email janejonesart@yahoo.com
March 16 – 20, 2015
(5 days) 9:30 – 3:30 Jane’s Studio
Limited space available.
In this 5 day class, we will focus on:
- Opening your mind to creativity
- Basic design using the elements and principles of design to better understand how to create your own content
- Step by step demonstrations concentrating on using each element separately, one of the principles being dominant, building one onto the other
- Use of value schemes and color schemes
- Students use own reference material
- Demonstrations and individual assistance
- A full syllabus with illustrations and explanations of the creative ways of finding your own content
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The next Trinity Arts Guild meeting will be on Monday, March 2nd at 7:00 PM. http://trinityartsguild.org
Location: Bedford Boys Ranch, Trinity Arts Guild, 2819 R. D. Hurt Pkwy., Bedford, TX 76095-0671
Paula Pillow will be demonstrating transparent layering using acrylics and her latest development, incorporating gears into her presentation. Paula uses water media to explore images, shapes and patterns. She often starts with the abstract shapes of motion that become the foundation for more realistic images of nature or man-made industrial images. With a background in painting, quilting and fiber art, it is a natural connection for her to strive to infuse a sense of color, pattern and movement in her art. Through her use of transparency she captures an element of the unexpected and explores the visual textures.
Paula has studied art at Texas Christian University. She is a signature member of the Society of Watercolor Artists, the International Society of Experimental Artists, and the International Society of Acrylic Painters. She has been in juried shows in Texas, Louisi- ana, California, Pennsylvania and Florida and won multiple awards. Her work has been published in Mary Todd Beam’s book, The Creative Edge: Exercises to Celebrate Your Creative Self.
-see Paula’s website http://www.paulapillow.com
Paula also teaches at Sparks Studio in Arlington, TX.
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Jane E. Jones 1-day class “Watercolor Techniques”
February 28, 9:30 to 3:30
$ 115 – All supplies are included
Jane Jones Art Studio
5914 Bent Trail Drive
Dallas, TX 75248
972-407-1566
This is an essential class for all artists! Learn 16 important Watercolor Techniques to boost your creativity and stimulate your imagination in this unique 1-day class. Enrich your paintings with materials and methods that combine the beautiful nature of watercolor with special effects to inspire you. Jane Jones, master signature artist and award-winning instructor, will lead you step-by-step as you paint 16 examples of various techniques. Open to Beginners and Advanced students, this class is for everyone who seeks new ideas. Achieve the subtle-to-bold tones, atmosphere and textures to develop additional expression and sparkle in your paintings. Class takes place at Jane Jones Art Studio.To sign up and for more information please call 972-407-1500 or email janejonesart@yahoo.com. Visit Jane’s website at janejonesart.com.
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Join us on Saturday, February 7th From 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
With a SWEET event for you and yours
Bring your Valentine and create a special memory by choosing original works of art from our large selection of Fine Art creations of more than 20 resident artists.
We will be celebrating with complimentary wine and lots of Chocolate along with drawings for door prizes.
You are a “one of a kind”. Why not choose a one of a kind, original works of art for this special occasion that will be enjoyed for many years to come.
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Arlington resident and professional artist Vern Johnson will share his work with the community during the month of January. Mr. Johnson spent 26 years as an “in-house” designer and consultant designer to furniture and product manufacturers in California and Texas. He chose a new career path along with the change of the centuries when he became a fulltime professional artist. “As a full time painter, I am free to pursue my own passions. Free to set my own objectives and solutions without committees.”
“Painting has always been my means of self expression…The most important thing for me about painting is the application of color. There is always a sense of place that sets the context of the painting. I use abstraction including subject matter as a point of reference from which I set the stage with visual elements including color, line, tone, and composition which I use to solicit the viewers attention and participation. My goal is to involve the viewer to compete and personalize the painting within the parameters that I have created.
The paintings of Vern Johnson have been on exhibit at the Upstairs Gallery, Arlington, Texas; Hue Gallery, Mansfield, Tx; Woodbine Furniture, Fort Worth, Texas; the Fine Arts Gallery, Fallbrook, California and the Oxide Gallery in Denton, Texas. His work has been shown in juried shows such as the “Friends and Neighbors” show, Irving, Texas (2004), “Fallbrook Fine Arts Show” (2002, 2003, 2004), Arlington Visual Arts Association, (2001, 2002), a four man show at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center-Selections from the 2004 Biennial, the Fort Worth, Texas Jazz Festival and the Southlake Art Festival in 2003 and 2004.
He has a master’s degree in design and taught for many years at schools such as Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois and the Kansas City Art Institute in Kansas City, Missouri. He currently teaches drawing and painting at the Upstairs Gallery and acrylic painting for the Continuing Education department of UTA and the city of Mansfield, Texas.
Join the Public Arts Board for a reception showcasing Vern Johnson’s art on Thursday, January 8, 2015 from 7 to 9 pm at Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller Texas 76248.
For more information regarding upcoming shows or the Public Arts Program call 817-743-4000 or email publicarts@cityofkeller.com.
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LGAA will host a Marian Hirsch workshop May 6 – 8th 2015. Marian is a signature member of PSA and PSSW. Her work has been featured in American Artist, Artist’s Magazine & International Artist. Marian is well known for her richly colored, expressive landscapes. Workshop demos will be in oil and the workshop is open to pastel, watercolor, gauche, acrylic and oil. Marian will demonstrate how to approach painting the landscape, skies, perspective, handling edges and shapes, limited palette vs. expanded palette along with other critical landscape points. $210 nonmembers/$190 members. To secure your place send a $75 deposit, Make your check payable to LGAA mail to Diana Littlejohn, PHD at 4027 Fairway Drive DCBE, Granbury TX 76049, littlejohndj@charter.net, 817-578-1842. Balance is due two weeks prior to workshop.
Lake Granbury Art Association http://lakegranburyart.blogspot.com/
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Local Artist, Niki Gulley, is holding an art class in Dallas.
Date & Times:
Tuesdays Jan. 13th – Feb. 17th
9:30 – 12:30 pm • $300
2-4 pm • $200
7 – 9 pm • $200
Current Session: Tuesdays Oct. 14th – Nov. 18th
Through guidance, encouragement and suggestion, learn how to create gorgeous paintings. Bring your favorite medium and develop your skills in oils, acrylics, watercolors or pastels.
All levels or experience welcome.
Maximum class size of 12.
Make-up lessons available during opposite class times within the same 6 week session.
Near the intersection of Northwest Hwy. and Abrams Rd. in Dallas
Email Niki, nikigulley@sbcglobal.net if you are interested.
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The Bonny Studio proudly announces an exciting new on-going class for 2015! Acrylic and Mixed Media Processes with instructor Deanna Wood!
(find out more about Deanna below)
TWO class time choices!
Mondays 7:00pm to 9:30 pm beginning January 12th (classes held at The Encaustic Center next to The Bonny Studio)
or
Fridays noon to 2:30pm beginning January 16th (classes held at The Bonny Studio)
Students should sign up for one time slot but can switch days with advance notice and confirmation. Class size is limited to 10 per time slot. Never pay for a class you do not take (see cancellation policy below)
Expand your skill set by learning new mixed media techniques and processes. In this on-going class, we will explore different techniques and experiment with various products that you can incorporate into your painting repertoire. Develop your work and personal vision in new exciting ways utilizing:
– collage
– ink
– various substrates (canvas, paper, board, etc)
– printmaking and stamping
– incorporating mediums (tar gel, sand, pouring gel, etc)
– heavy body and fluid acrylics
– image transfers
– subtractive techniques
– stencils and masks
– inks and watercolor on yupo; All Supplies Included!
Class is suitable for beginning and intermediate painters.
Classes are on-going so start anytime but sign up right away due to space limitations!
Four classes $140.00
Eight classes $245.00 (includes one free class),
Twelve classes $350.00 (includes two free classes)
Every time you go up a 4 class package increment you get an additional class free!
Prices include the use of a variety of gel mediums including heavy gel, gel varnish, light molding paste, 11×14 yupo paper, some inks and watercolor and more while you build your personal supply inventory. Some 11×14 and 16×20 canvasses and a variety of cradled boards are available for purchase at the studio.
Supplies to bring:
Acrylic Colors
you may like to start with student grade acrylic (Academy, Basics, etc). Avoid craft paint.
(3 or 4 oz tubes)
cadmium red
alizarin crimson
pthalo blue
ultramarine blue or French ultramarine
cadmium yellow medium
yellow ochre
pthalo green
burnt sienna
burnt umber
ivory black
titanium white
Brushes a note about brushes – begin with an assortment of various sizes and shapes until you get an idea of the types and sizes that you will like/need. An inexpensive set will be perfect to start out with.
assortment of synthetic brushes (various sizes and shapes)
1”- 2” cheap hardware brush or foam craft brush
Additional Supplies
4 canvas boards – 12”x 16” (white)
palette knife
palette or disposable palette paper pad
1 roll blue painter’s tape 1 ½” or 2″
graphite pencil
erasers (kneaded and white)
18” ruler
scissors
acrylic matte medium (16 oz bottle) (some provided, but you may like to have your own)
acrylic gloss medium (8 oz bottle) (some provided, but you may like to have your own)
Recommended/Optional
tool box/tackle box (for supplies)
apron/smock
acrylic retarder (4 oz)
spray bottle
Links etc:
canvas (some available at the studio for sale)
Asel Art provides a 20% discount on all supplies not already on sale by mentioning you are taking a class at The Bonny Studio:
Additional supplies will be introduced as the class progresses.
Deanna earned her MFA from TWU and has been teaching encaustic and bookmaking at her studio for 10 years, at The Encaustic Center for 5 years and graphic design, drawing, and painting at TWU for 4 years.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations must be made BEFORE 12 hours of the scheduled class time or a class credit will be used. There is no charge for a cancellation due to illness 3 hours prior to class but please let me know asap so I can set the room up properly and allow others to join in. There is no charge for a cancellation due to an emergency. I can be reached by email:
bonnyfineart@aol.com or by phone call voicemail or text: 214-405-5993.
If you would like to jump in on a class you have not yet scheduled in for; no problem; just email, text or call and I will get you in if there is room, even last minute!
Please schedule in asap to confirm space availability!
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You are invited to Giddens’
November Artists Show and Reception Oct 30 – Nov 9
Tuesday – Saturday 11:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Featuring: Naomi Brotherton, Melissa Lloyd & Sarah Manning
Reception Saturday, November 1, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Enjoy Fine Art and Complimentary Wine & Hors d’oeuvres
For details: http://giddensgallery.com/featured-artists-show-and-reception-oct-30-nov-9/
Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in Grapevine
624 S. Main St
Grapevine, TX 76051
817-488-8600
www.giddensgallery.com
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You are invited
FEATURED ARTISTS SHOW & RECEPTION
Show
Sept 4 – Sept 14
Reception
September 6th 6:00 PM till 9:00 PM
Enjoy Fine Art and Complimentary Wine & Hors d’oeuvres
FEATURED ARTISTS
Charmaine Harris & Paula Pillow
For details – http://giddensgallery.com/featured-artists-show-and-reception-sept-4-sept-14/
Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in Grapevine
624 S Main St
Grapevine, Tx 76051
www.giddensgallery.com
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DEMO @ TVAA Downtown Gallery – What secrets of the Old Masters can we re-discover and use in our contemporary works of art? Master Artist, D.K. Richardson, demonstrates the Verdaccio Underpainting and Glazing Techniques used by Masters such as Da Vinci in the ‘Mona Lisa’, and Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. ‘Verdaccio’ is an Italian term for a color mixture that creates an olive green used for tonal underpaintings. This underpainting reduces the garishness of red and orange pigments needed to produce believable flesh, depth to the skin, and life to the subject.
Date: Saturday, August 23rd
Time: 2- 3:30 pm
Location: TVAA Gallery, Plaza of the Americas, Suite G207, 600 N Pearl St, Dallas, TX 75201
Price: $10 – All participants will enter to win supplies – Charvin oils and acrylics paints from Jerry’s Artarama.
RSVP by Wednesday, August 20th. Apply now. Space is Limited. To register email: info.moya.art@gmail.com.
Additional Information about the artist: http://dkrichardson-artist.com/art-awards-press.html
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You are invited
Giddens Gallery July Artists Show and Reception July 24- Aug 3
Tuesday – Saturday 11:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Featuring: Trudy Atteberry and Leticia Sedberry
Reception Saturday, July 26, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Enjoy Fine Art and Complimentary Wine & Hors d’oeuvres
For details: http://giddensgallery.com/featured-artists-show-and-reception-july-24-aug-3/
Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in Grapevine
624 S. Main St
Grapevine, TX 76051
817-488-8600
www.giddensgallery.com
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