It’s almost here! The 3rd annual Art a la Carte Conference will be held November 3 & 4 this year. We are excited about this year’s line-up, including returning favorite instructors as well as some sterling new ones.
This year we have added more and exciting components to our conference. The conference will be located in the new Lost Pines Art Center, a 6.2 million project which is the largest comprehensive art center in Texas. All of our instructors will be featured in an art exhibit in the “Art of the Pines Gallery” in the Art Center.
The conference includes a full schedule of workshops and demonstrations.
If you haven’t registered for the Conference or signed up for classes, head over to our website: www.lostpinesartconference.biz
Registration includes a Friday Night Opening Reception and the first look at the Conference Teacher’s Art Show in the Art of the Pines Gallery. Also included is the Artist Panel. Last year it was such an enlightening and enjoyable discussion.
This year it will be a Saturday Luncheon/Teacher Panel and will be included in your registration.
New this year is a raffle of fabulous prizes. Each registrant will receive 2 free raffle tickets. Some of the raffle items include: 2 one-night stays at the Hampton Inn, several $100 Visa Cards, original art – all valued over $100 each, and there’s more to come. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased for $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets can be purchased at the Art Center. (Raffle open to anyone)
ALERT: If you register before October 16th you’ll get 50% off the $65 registration fee! That’s only $32.50, so take advantage of this opportunity!
We hope you’ll plan to attend the conference, learn a thing or two and have some fun while you support the Art Center in this important annual fundraiser.
To register and to get more information, please go to: lostpinesartconference.biz
Thank you and hope to see you in November!
The Art Conference Committee
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October 1st – December 3rd, 2017
at the West Irving Library, 4444 W. Rochelle, Irving TX 75062. Sponsored by the Irving Art Association.
Library hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; noon to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays.
Brochure: IAA2017BehnazSoheabianExhibitBrochure
About the Artist:
Born and educated in Tehran, Iran, Behnaz Sohrabian started painting as a child and continued her passion professionally from the age of 10. She received a BS in Applied Chemistry, a BA in painting and a Master of Arts in Art Studies.
She moved to Oklahoma as a young woman to be near her family in 2010. Behnaz is a member of the Irving Art Association and has won Best of Show in the last two annual IAA Member Exhibitions, as well as awards in the Texas & Neighbors Regional Art Exhibition.
Behnaz works mainly in oils and is expert in several genres: portraits, figures, still life, florals, animals and abstract landscape.
Artist’s statement: My aim is just to paint simply, apply easy brush strokes, emphasize on light and shadow, and the dynamics between the subject and background. I paint different subject matters for conveying the concept of feminine characteristics and femininity as a representation of simplicity, beauty & inspiration. Woman, flower, earth are creators in our life & they all interact in the process of fertility, reproduction & generosity. My art collection represents this association.
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Held at The O’Keefe Studio Center, 580 W. Arapaho, Suite 290, Richardson, TX 75080
You can call with a credit card: (972) 528 – 0309
Experiencing Tone and Color
Instructor: Juliette McCullough
An amazing workshop for any painter and perfect for those planning to take the Figure Painting Workshop. Juliette McCullough will lead participants on a creative journey that will offer a thorough and in depth understanding of tone, color, mixing colors, building forms and constructing space with color.
Friday, Sept. 22nd, 2017, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, Sept. 23rd, 2017, 12:30pm -3:30pm
Cost: $185
(some materials included)
A non-refundable deposit of $90 will hold your spot. The balance of $95 is due no later then Sept. 1st, 2017
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Figure Painting Workshop
Instructor: Juliette McCullough
Nine hours of working from the model in oils with instruction from one of Dallas’ best figure painters, Juliette McCullough. Develop strategies for constructing figurative forms in space while developing your ability to see clearly when working from observation. Also, develop general strategies for working in oils, mixing colors and constructing compositions.
Friday, October 13th, 2017, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, October 14th, 2017, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Sunday, October 15th, 2017, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Cost: $245
A non-refundable deposit of $100 will hold your spot. The balance of $145 is due no later then Sept. 15th, 2017
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Artists’ Showplace, 15615 Coit Rd. #230, SW Quadrant of Coit and Arapaho,
Gallery Hours: 10 am – 6 pm Tuesday – Saturday or by Appointment,
Dallas, TX 75248
KATHY ELLIOTT – COLD WAX & OIL
September 20-23, 2017 $385
September 29 – October 1, 2017 $285
October 9 – 13, 2017 $500
$300 (Includes silks, dyes, palette)
November 2nd – November 4th. 2017 $285
November 7th – 9th, 2017 $300
LIFE DRAWING WEEKLY MEETUPS
2018 Workshops
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Lavish landscapes with vibrant colors as interpreted by Chris Brandley’s recent travel experiences in Europe are currently on display at Elm Street Studio in Keller. Having grown up in a military family, Brandley has a wealth of past and recent travel experiences, all of which have influenced the painter she is today. Her work will be exhibited through September 2, 2017. Please join us for a complimentary reception to meet the artist on Friday, August 4th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. For more information, please visit our website at ElmStreetStudioKeller.com
Meanwhile A Moment In Cuba by amy mcmurry continues through June 24.
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The Artists’ Showplace Gallery
2017 Summer Adult Classes
Creating Art with Line, Composition, Value & Color
$145
Saturdays: June 10, 17 & 24 9:30AM-12:30PM
A perfect class for the novice or active artist who wants to review basic principles of painting! The course will cover the elements of art (line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space), composition, and principles of design. Students will study examples of paintings, observe the instructor’s demonstrations, and create artwork of their own.
Oil Painting 2-Day Mini Workshop
$150
June 8-9 10:00AM-4:00PM
July 28-29 10:00AM-4:00PM
Learn the basics: composition, color, temperature, values, color-mixing, and aerial and linear perspectives. Students can paint any subject they wish from photographs. The instructor will help and instruct each student during the process and lead positive critiquing.
Beginning Quilting
$175
Thursdays: July 6, 13, 20, 27 and Aug. 3 10:00AM-12:30PM
Complete a quilt in this class! Learn to cut fabric, piece a quilt top, layer with batting and backing, straight line quilt or tie the quilt, and trim and bind your quilt.
Life Drawing Meet-Up
Every Wednesday 7:00-9:00PM
$20
To register, call 972-233-1223. For instructor bios and supply lists, visit www.theartistsshowplace.com.
The Artists Showplace Gallery
The Shops at Spanish Village
15615 Coit Road, Suite 230
Dallas, Texas 75248
theartistsshowplace@gmail.com
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You are invited to a Feb. 2nd presentation by painter Lisa Adams Reed. Reed lives in New Mexico and is represented by galleries in Dallas, Santa Fe, Farmington, NM, Crested Butte, CO., and Watkins Glenn, NY.
Lisa Adams Reed’s artist statement:
“I have very secretly seen myself as an artist since I was a small child. I always knew my creativity would dominate my life and in this final third I am all in! Although it’s been quite the leap to go from being an executive for a Fortune 200 company to the world of art, I have never once looked back.”
“I was blessed by a stroke that left me blind in one eye a few years ago. Funny how it made me see things differently and has made me have an even greater desire to paint the world from this unique perspective.”
“I discovered my favorite juicy medium when I first opened a jar of cold wax and mixed it with oil. It was like painting with yummy canned frosting! The many layers that I apply, then intuitively scrape away, always reveals beautiful surprises underneath. So much like life.”
“My paintings are SoulScapes. Since jumping into painting 100% in my 60s, I have been fortunate enough to be included and featured in many shows, and won more awards than I could have dreamed.”
To find out more about Lisa Adams Reed, see: http://lisaadamsreed.com/
When: February 2nd, 2017, from 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Patterson-Appleton Arts Center
400 East Hickory St, Denton
The presentation is free for VAST Members; $3 for guests. http://vastarts.org
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Our 2 days together will include step by step demonstrations, one on one individual easel time, and fun exercises to learn how to loosen up and create bold, colorful paintings.
Workshop Dates: 1/27/2017 – 1/28/2017
Location: The Rec; Grapevine Texas; 9:30a.m.-4p.m.
I use the “Alla Prima” method of painting (working wet into wet) and I will teach you…(click for more information and to register)
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The Irving Art Association
offers free basic art classes for adults to get you started in art or in a new medium.
The Free Basics Classes follow a progressive sequence where you will learn basic skills via instructor demo/lecture — exercise —-practice. The series is designed for beginners to a particular art medium as well as mid career artists reviewing technique and not creating finished works. Expect traditional as well as new and nontraditional materials and approaches.
Registration is open for the 2017 winter and spring classes.
Location: Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, Irving. Held on Thursday evenings from 7 – 9 pm. Doors open 6:30 pm. Directions
Supplies provided. Please feel free to bring whatever extra supplies you wish to try out. (paint, brushes, paper, etc.). Wear old clothes or bring an apron.
Contact: irvingartassociation@gmail.com
FREE BASIC ART CLASSES
Thursday evenings 7-9pm
- FILLED January 5, 12 & 26 Acrylic Printmaking with a Gelli Plate Instructor Sharon Giles FILLED
- February 2, 9 & 16 Fiber Arts instructor Laura Griffin
- FILLED March 2, 9 & 16 Pen & Ink & Calligraphy Instructor Angie Vangalis
- April 6, 13 & 27 Painting – Oil/Acrylic Instructor Jane Kahler
- May TBA
Followup Intermediate Classes to the Free Basic Classes:
Sign up for these fee–based classes and utilize the skills learned in the basics. To register and for more information concerning cost and supplies, contact the instructor offering them.
Thursday evenings 7-9pm
March 2, 9 & 16 Intermediate Fiber Arts instructor Laura Griffin
April 6, 13 & 27 Pen & Ink & Calligraphy Instructor Angie Vangalis
May 4, 11, 18 Intermediate Painting – Oil/Acrylic Instructor Jane Kahler
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2017-workshops-at-the-artists-showplace-gallery (PDF)
To register or for more information, please call 972-233-1223. For workshop descriptions, instructor bios and supply lists, visit http://theartistsshowplace.com/.
The Artists Showplace Gallery
15615 Coit Road #230, Dallas, Texas 75248 (Southwest corner of Coit and Arapaho in the Shops at Spanish Village)
2017 Workshops at The Artists Showplace Gallery
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Oil: Back to Basics
Instructor: Cecy Turner
January 24-26, 2017
$285
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Acrylic Abstract
Instructor: Jo Moncrief
February 22-25, 2017
$385
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 graphite/paper
60″ x 44″ Life Drawing
Instructor: Ellen Soderquist
March 10-11, 2017
$220
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Marvelous Mosaics
Instructor: Lynn Haney
March 21-25, 2017
$385
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Mixed Media Abstract
Instructor: Jan Sitts
April 5-8, 2017
$400
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Figurative Watercolor
Instructor: Michael Holter
April 18-20, 2017
$300
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Photoshop for Artists
Instructor: Brad Funkhouser
April 28-29, 2017
$200
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Painting on Silk
Instructor: Dawn Freeland
May 4-6, 2017
$275 + Supply Fee
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Clayful Creations in Polymer Clay
Instructor: Lynn Haney
May 23-27, 2017
$385
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Mixed Media Collage
Instructor: Maureen Brouillette
September 29-October 1, 2017
$285
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Watercolors A to Z
Instructor: Sterling Edwards
October 9-13, 2017
$500
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Oil Painting
Instructor: Bev Boren
November 2-4, 2017
$285
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Early bird registration is open!
Spring 2017
Are you ready for your next colorful adventure? I’m delighted to announce early bird registration is open for my Spring 2017 online class, Painting Brilliant Colors. We’re not letting a little frost on the heather dampen our blooms! As an early bird registrant, you will get next year’s spring class at the current year’s price, a savings of almost $100 (hey, that’s at least a few tubes of paint!).
Join over 700 artists who have already become part of the Brilliant Color Flower Family!
Beginning March 9, 2017, six weeks of classes will begin with every moment of fresh, brand new full-length videos, bonus lessons, plus dozens of studio tips and inspirations included. What’s different in 2017? We’re going to take your paintings to a whole new level, from concept to completion, and dig into the fundamentals of color. With practical exercises, I’ll share how to focus on value before diving into color, and the essential nature of transparent color as a powerful tool for giving your floral and garden paintings life.
If you’ve been a terribly good artist all year, keeping your studio clean, remembering to wash your brushes every day, you’ve earned a holiday reward! Included in your new spring course will be exclusive membership in a private Facebook community, with lots of feedback and interaction with the artist.
Tell your family to put a little brilliant color on the holiday wish list for their favorite flower painter ~ you! Here’s to a colorful, and magical holiday season!
What’s new in Spring 2017
How to take the fear out of painting
A step by step approach to compelling compositions
How to edit out reality when needed
How to break free from super tight painting
Why line is the key to drawing the eye
Identifying focal points
How the temperature of light affects each subject
Practical ways to strengthen values in all your work
How to remove cadmiums from your palette
How to infuse your own journey with joy
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Known for her bold, impressionistic florals and large container gardens that are immediately eye-catching, Nancy teaches throughout the US and Europe, sharing a loose, bright technique that evokes brilliant color.
Nancy’s love of art and gardening originated on her childhood farm in Scurry, Texas, where her parents were organic gardeners. Her earliest memories are of standing barefoot beneath 11 foot sunflower stalks in her family’s garden. Nancy studied art history and illustration at the University of London, King’s College, Chelsea, and oil painting and color theory at Texas A&M University. Today she resides with her husband and their 4 pugs in Flower Mound, Texas, where she paints daily from Flower Mound Art Studio.
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“Fallen” oil on wood (found object) wood letters 24 x 24 inches
MIDGE LYNN
SYNECDOCHE
NOVEMBER 3 – DECEMBER 4, 2016
A conversation with Midge Lynn and a party!
Sunday, December 4, at 3 pm
HALEY-HENMAN at Gallery 422
422 Singelton Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75212
A conversation and closing party: Sunday, December 4 at 3 pm
Midge Lynn works in oil paint, mixed media, and installations to explore themes of personal experience and human nature. Edward Hopper, Lucien Freud, and Ed Keinholz are her inspiration. An MFA graduate of Otis Art Institute, she currently is President of the Board of Directors of Gallery 825/Los Angeles Art Association.
Haley-Henman Gallery at Gallery 422 is located at 422 Singleton Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75212 in the Trinity Groves neighborhood. Gallery hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday noon to 5 pm and by appointment. For more information, please contact John at 214-532-3225 and visit the weekly website updates at HALEY-HENMAN.
HALEY-HENMAN at Gallery 422
422 Singelton Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75212
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The Desoto Art League now meets the second Saturday of the month.
We have returned to the nice light and comfortable space of the Desoto Presbyterian Church, meeting time 2 – 4 p.m.
212 W Pleasant Run Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115
There is close parking including handicap spots, kitchen access (because we do enjoy our snacky goodies!), and bathrooms that are very close by.
We have welcomed artists of all stripes who like learning and experiencing new things since our inception almost 30 years ago. We host a few pretty big art shows annually and many smaller shows throughout the year. Come and get acquainted. Bring your curiosity and your talent. Try us out and see if you’d like to join us as a member for exclusive access to displaying your work.
For more information see the website http://www.desotoartleague.com/. Reach us at desotoartleague@gmail.com.
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Sept. 28 through October 23, 2016
2nd Floor Gallery Hours: 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday
You are invited to Meet The Artists on Friday, October 7, 2016 , 6-8pm.
This body of work is about nature, it’s affects on us at different points in our life. It shares experiences – how we find solace, hardship or comfort in Nature. Images include plants, trees and landscapes. Landscapes become a sense of place with relative color that produces space.
You can view a preview of the exhibition at:
http://www.julieenglandart.com/a-sense-of-place
Eisemann Performance Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson, TX
www.eisemanncenter.com 972-744-4600
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Inspired by a recent visit to the Grand Canyon award-winning Fort Worth artist Thomas Helmick explores the wonders of the canyon in a second series of oil paintings & pastels. With the use of strong lines, layers of bold color, and soft textures, the images that he has captured are both warm and introspective.
“Landscape Abstractions” will be on view from August 30th through October 29th with a reception on Friday, September 23rd from 6:00-8:00pm at Elm Street Studio, Keller.
Thomas Helmick’s abstract landscapes are a must see if you enjoy the hidden treasures in modern art. Elm Street Studio brings a variety of artists to Keller and is well worth your time. To see more of Helmick’s work or for more information, please visit www.ElmStreetStudioKeller.com.
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Elm Street Studio – Keller | Art Classes – Registration now open
Please visit our website for more details: http://www.elmstreetstudiokeller.com/weeklyclasses
Adult:
Oil Painting Monday Evening
Watercolor painting – Wednesday afternoon
Teen/Adult Drawing Thursday Evening
Teen:
Oil Painting Monday Evening
Teen/Adult Drawing Thursday Evening
Youth:
Basic Drawing Monday evening
Drawing Fundamentals Monday or Thursday Evening
Painting Tuesday Evening
Cartooning Wednesday Evening
Perspective drawing Wednesday Evening
Blender 3D Modeling/Animation Wednesday Evening
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Friday, August 5 at 7pm
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Central Arts of Bedford is pleased to present the closing of the Midsummer’s night show. If you missed this amazing show, this is your chance to see it before we take it down. Dave’s work is amazing and you don’t want to miss this!
Central Arts of Bedford
2816 Central Dr. #140, Bedford, Texas 76021
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This workshop takes place in the beautiful, historic town of Grapevine, Texas September 23 & 24, 2016.
Our 2 days together will include step by step demonstrations, one on one individual easel time, and fun exercises to learn how to loosen up and create bold, colorful paintings.
I use the “Alla Prima” method of painting (working wet into wet) and I will teach you how to layer with transparent and opaque oils, and how to keep your paints from getting muddy. We will work on technique, color mixing, composition, light, and brush strokes. Students will learn to see “Impressionistically” and explore to ability to “suggest” rather than “render” the subject.
Come prepared to have a relaxing, fun-filled learning experience. This class is for all levels of painting from beginners to advanced! For more information and to register, click here.
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2-DAY OIL PAINTING WORKSHOP
Price: $130.00
Location: Upstairs Gallery, Arlington, TX
Address:
1038 West Abram Street
Arlington, Texas 76013
Country: United States
Thursday and Friday, August 4-5, 2016
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
To register, please contact J.T. Martin at:
Upstairs Gallery
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Judy Crowe Workshop
June 7 & 8, 2016
Granbury TX
Lake Granbury Art Association
There are a few openings left in the upcoming oil painting workshop.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from this nationally recognized artist,
$160 LGAA members/ $170 nonmembers
to signup.
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Oil Painters of America’s 25th Annual National Juried
Exhibition of Traditional Oils
Held at the Southwest Gallery, in Dallas, Texas from May 13 – June 15, 2016.
Southwest Gallery
4500 Sigma Rd.
Dallas, Texas 75244
Exhibition: May 13-June 15, 2016
Oil Painters of America was proud to announce the 2016 National Exhibition, our 25th Annual National Juried Exhibition of Traditional Oils. This celebratory exhibition was hosted at Southwest Gallery in Dallas, Texas. More than any other year’ this was a monumental event with a strong lineup of don’t-miss demonstrations, speakers, festivities and artwork from our incredibly talented members.
Southwest Gallery, having been in business for over four decades, is one of Dallas’ oldest and largest art galleries. Their 16,000 square foot gallery, was home to the accepted artwork of the 25th Annual National Exhibition.
The great city of Dallas provided endless entertainment and sights to see. From fantastic restaurants and bars with that “southern flare” to sports arenas and beautiful parks, we trust that you were not at a loss for fun, adventure and relaxation. If that was not enough, Oil Painters of America keept you busy with a prolific selection of inspiring discussions with OPA’s best and brightest!
–from the OPA page http://www.oilpaintersofamerica.com/events/exhibitions/2016/national/
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The Richardson Civic Art Society will be holding its next program meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2016.
May’s artist is Rusty Jones. He will be demonstrating oil paints.
Texas based artist, Rusty Jones traces his earliest influence to his grandmother. She had a studio on the second floor of a historic home, part of a stagecoach stop outside San Antonio. She would set up still lifes for him or take him outside to paint.
Rusty graduated from UT with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical Communications and from UTD Health Science Centre with a MA in Medical Illustration. He is a Certified Medical Illustrator and a Fellow of the Association of Medical Illustrators.
For over three decades Rusty provided highly technical medical art for major pharmaceutical and medical product companies, as well as for medical journals, surgical atlases and for ad agencies.
For more information about Rusty Jones and his work, please visit his website: www.rustyjonesart.com
RCAS meets in the Richardson Public Library basement on third Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 8:45 pm. Visitors may attend meetings at no charge. Anyone is welcome to sign up for membership. Visit www.richardson-arts.org for more information on the RCAS. RCAS is supported in part by the City of Richardson through the Arts Commission.
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“Reflections of Joy” Solo Exhibition featuring impressionistic oil paintings byChris Brandley will be on display at the Palace Arts Center in Grapevine, Texas from April 1st – April 29th. 300 South Main Street; Grapevine Tx 76051
www.BrandleyGallery.com
*FREE – open Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and during other special events.
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ROBERT GARDEN will present an Oil demo for Texas Area Artists at our 2 PM meeting on SUNDAY MARCH 6, 2016 in the rehearsal hall of the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N Galloway Ave, Mesquite, Texas 75149 .
He will be showing us how to use great shortcuts to creating a wonderful painting. Visitors are welcome
A native of West Virginia, Robert H. Garden graduated from the Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, Florida, with a MBA in Art. His distinguished 30+ year career in commercial and fine art has afforded Mr. Garden commissions ranging from museum dioramas to convention center murals. A PREMIER GALLERY ARTIST, author, lecturer and teacher, Garden is accomplished in both oils and watercolor. Because of limited availability of co competent art instruction, either in or out of college, the “Robert Garden Method” of painting was developed and perfected.
He teaches his method to people from ages 5 to 105. His classes are held at many locations all over, in Colorado, on a cruise ship to Alaska, all over the DFW area and every year he holds a week long workshop in Port Aransas, Texas.
Robert is holding a 2-day Oil Painting Seminar
on Friday and Saturday April 1 & 2m, at the Jaycee Center for the Arts, in Irving. For $175 you receive 2 days of instructions, a 16 x 20 canvas and all of the oil painting supplies for both day including an easel to use. All you have to do is wear old clothes, bring a roll of paper towels and your lunch (there is a full kitchen to cook or warm up anything and of course there is a refrigerator. Going out close by is also an option, Pay in advance. Robert’s number is
469-371-5063. His website is
robertgardenartist.com Workshop brochure:
Robert GardenTwo Day Detail Workshop 2016.
For more information about Texas Area Artists contact President Judy Emig at judyemig@sbcglobal.net or Newsletter Editor Mary-Charles Strickland at jrstrick01@aol.com.
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Guest artist at the Tuesday, February 23rd meeting of the Irving Art Association will be artist Christy Kidwell. She will be demonstrating her oil painting style in landscape, figurative or coastal subjects.
The Mixer with refreshments starts at 6:45 pm and the Meeting at 7:00 pm at the Jaycee Park Center for the Arts in Irving. Artists, don’t forget to bring art for the Artist of the Month competition and donations for the Silent Auction by 6:45. Guests are welcome. Directions.
Christy Kidwell is a native Texan. She grew up in Houston along the banks of Buffalo Bayou which served as a natural playground. She has lived in Dallas since graduating from Southern Methodist University in 1974. As ACA’s workshop coordinator for 10 years, she was able to continue her studies with such nationally recognized artists as Everett Raymond Kinstler, Dan Gerhartz, Scott Burdick, Kevin Macpherson, Harley Brown, Matt Smith, Charles Sovek and many others. Now her portrait commissions and paintings can be found in private collections throughout the United States.
A love for nature has led her to broaden her studio to the great outdoors. Armed with a pochade box and backpack she now adds landscape to her regular portrait and figure sessions. “My paints travel with me everywhere. They have ridden on a raft through the Grand Canyon and gone by horseback along trails in the Bob Marshall Wilderness of Montana. Painting is my way of connecting with the world around me and sharing those experiences along the way.” Color, texture and light are the essence of her paintings, all defined with a loose brushstroke, yet representational of the person or moment in time.
Kidwell is a current signature member of the Outdoor Painters Society and has been a signature member of the Association of Creative Artists since 1994. She has exhibited and won awards in many local as well as national competitions. For five consecutive years she had paintings juried into the Salon International Competition. In 2013 and 2014 her art was juried into the American Women Artists national competition. Twice she was a finalist in the Artist’s Magazine Annual Competition. Her painting, “The Gossips”, was chosen for the 2005 limited-edition wall calendar. She has done featured demonstrations for many art clubs in Texas. Currently, she is represented by galleries in Dallas, Port Aransas and Montana.
Home Studio: 6423 Glendora, Dallas, TX 75230 (214) 368-5829
Website: http://cwkidwell.com/
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Amaze yourself, family and friends with original, colorful oil paintings of your own creative design. This unique painting class is for beginning and intermediate students with a passion for art. Class instructor, Elliot Fallas, is a local artist whose oil paintings have been featured in galleries across the country and whose body of work refiects his eclectic and highly personal techniques.
This session of Elliot’s painting classes begin February 22, 2016
The classes are as follows:
Each session will be 6 classes.
Please contact Carpenter Rec Center at 972 208 8087 to sign up.
Monday – 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Tuesday – 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Wednesday – 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Thursday – 1:00 – 3:30 pm
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“Master Artist, Instructor and author, Robert H. Garden will hold an oil painting workshop on Friday and Saturday, April 1 and 2 from 9am to 4pm each Day.
Students will bring up to three oil paintings they have been working on or have completed for individual critiques and tips for improving the art work. One half day on Friday will be devoted to bring art to the next level and Robert will also conduct a demonstration. The balance of the other half of Friday and all day Saturday will be devoted to completing a 16 X 20 oil painting entitled “Bluebonnet Trails” All supplies, paint, canvas, brushes, easel and more will be provided. Fee for workshop is $175. Registration and more information can be obtained by contacting Susan Garden at 214-755-2681 or susan@robertgardenart.com. Enrollment is limited.”
Location: Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, Irving TX
For more details see the flyer: Robert GardenTwo Day Detail Workshop 2016
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Painting Brilliant Florals and Brilliant Color Boot Camp
in Irving, Texas May 20-22, 2016
note: This class is full
contact nancy@nancymedina.com for wait list information
Put a little joy in your brush and join award winning artist Nancy Medina for her first Brilliant Color Boot Camp. In addition to lessons in painting from life, Nancy will share all of her favorite tips and tools for color mixing, the importance of value to create impact, and how to use temperature strategically in order to make your paintings dramatic.
In this 3-day class, you’ll create beautifully adventurous color, learn how to find your own personal palette, and teach your color to hop up and dance on the canvas!
Your class includes three days of creating brilliant color in Irving, Texas. Open for beginners to advanced painters in oils and acrylics, Nancy will share all her favorite tips for taking your art to the next level in this fun workshop!
Named one of the best floral and botanical artists by American Art Collector magazine, Nancy is a nationally celebrated Dallas Arboretum flower painting instructor whose paintings are collected around the world. Open for students who work in oils, as well as those who work in water based oils and acrylics, you will learn to loosen your approach to the landscape and floral still life in this indoor workshop. This will be a fun workshop with multiple demonstrations by the teacher. Nancy shares all her favorite tips with you for creating brilliant color on a transparent background, and methods for making your flowers and landscapes look authentic and beautiful. Students will take home three completed paintings, one for each day of class, and they are encouraged to take lots of photos and ask many questions, and will take home the tools needed to create paintings they will enjoy for years to come.
May 20-22, 2016 9 am to 4 pm daily
$375 per student Register Here
Contact Nancy@nancymedina.com
www.nancymedina.com
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FBCAA February meeting: Susan Neumann
The Farmer’s Branch Carrollton Art Association will be having a meeting and landscape oil demo by Susan Neumann on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at the Farmer’s Branch Senior Center, 14055 Dennis Lane, near Valwood. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. with the demo at 10:30. The meeting/demo concludes around noon. Guests and potential new members are welcome.
Ms. Neumann will also conduct a workshop that afternoon from 1:00-3:00. Cost of the workshop is $10.
For more about the demo artist, see her website: http://susantempleneumannfineart.com/
Anyone who enjoys art or is interested in promoting the visual arts is welcome to join us. Membership is $30 per year and associate membership is $40 per year.
For more information about FBCAA go to http://www.fbcart.org
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Award winning artist Chris Brandley will be presenting the program at the Grapevine Art Project’s February meeting. The meeting will begin at 6:30 on Feb. 11 with a mix and mingle; the program beginning at 7:00. Our meetings are held in the community room of the Grapevine Fire Station 4 on the corner of Hughes and Merlot just north of the Delaney Vineyards.
Chris Brandley currently teaches oli painting classes at the Elm Street Studio. She will also be teaching an oil workshop in Grapevine on March 25 & 26. For more about the artist, see her website: http://www.brandleygallery.com/.
About Grapevine Art Project
http://www.grapevineartproject.com/
A well established community of more than 70 artists from Grapevine, Texas and surrounding areas, who love to create, enjoy, and learn about art, the Grapevine Art Project is open to artists who work in any media.
Members and non-members are invited to our regularmembership meetings where we network, discuss important upcoming events and present programs relevant to our hobby/business/passion.
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Lake Granbury Art Association’s Shanley House Gallery presents the Judy Crowe Workshop Mar. 22 & 23, 2016 – RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 7 & 8
Click HERE to send an e-mail to reserve your spot! A deposit of $75 is required to save yourself a spot. Mail to the address below.Please make your check out to LGAA.
Dr. Diana J. Littlejohn 4027 Fairway Drive DCBE Granbury, Texas 76049
Cell: 817-578-1842 Home: 817-326-5629
Judy Crowe
$160 LGAA members, $170 non-members, limited space
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Nancy Medina{ Ginger Jar Lilies
The Richardson Civic Art Society will be holding its next program meeting on Tuesday, January 19, 2016.
January’s artist is Nancy Medina. She will demonstrating florals in oils. Nancy is named as one of the best floral and botanical artists by American Art Collector magazine. Her impressionistic floral paintings are eye-catching. She uses a loose, bright technique that evokes brilliant color.
Nancy is a master signature artist and instructor at the Dallas Arboretum, In addition she also teaches throughout the US and Europe. For more information about Nancy and her work, visit: www.nancymedina.com.
RCAS meets in the Richardson Public Library basement on third Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 8:45 pm. Visitors may attend meetings at no charge. Anyone is welcome to sign up for membership. Visit www.richardson-arts.org for more information on the RCAS. RCAS is supported in part by the City of Richardson through the Arts Commission.
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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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Amaze yourself, family and friends with original, colorful oil paintings of your own creative design. This unique painting class is for beginning and intermediate students with a passion for art. Class instructor, Elliot Fallas, is a local artist whose oil paintings have been featured in galleries across the country and whose body of work refiects his eclectic and highly personal techniques.
PASSION and ART classes beginJanuary 11, 2016.
The classes are as follows:
Each session will be 6 classes.
Please contact Carpenter Rec Center at 972 208 8087 to sign up.
Monday – 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Tuesday – 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Wednesday – 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Thursday – 1:00 – 3:30 pm
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Judy Gelfert will be teaching an oil painting workshop on January 16-17, 2016, at the Upstairs Gallery in Arlington, TX. Please contact the gallery to register. (817-277-6961) http://upstairsartgallery.com/
This workshop is for beginning and advanced painters alike. Judy will offer insight on how to achieve dramatic light effects in painting, as well as how to express energy or calmness in a painting. Though she will focus on painting in oils, those wanting to use acrylics are welcome, but should bring some extender to slow the drying time,
For more about Judy, see her website: http://jrgelfert.fineartstudioonline.com/
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