Tag: watercolor

Artists Showplace Gallery 2018-2019 Workshops

The Artists Showplace Gallery
2018-2019 Workshops

2018

Mark Whitmarsh
Pleasing Color Combinations (All Media)
September 20-22
$300
http://theartistsshowplace.com/mark-whitmarsh-workshop-2018

Kathy Elliott
Find a New Voice with Oil & Cold Wax
October 17-20
$385
http://theartistsshowplace.com/kathy-elliot-oil-wax

Karen Knutson
Watercolor & Charcoal Pour
November 1-4
$400
http://theartistsshowplace.com/karen-knutson-workshop

2019

Dyan Newton
Bold Acrylic Painting (Beginning/Intermediate)
February 21-23
$285
http://theartistsshowplace.com/dyanboldacrylic

Lian Quan Zhen
Spontaneous Watercolor/Chinese Painting
March 5-8
$400
http://theartistsshowplace.com/lian-quan-zhen

Jo Moncrief
Techniques in Abstract Acrylic Pouring
April 3-6
$400

For supply lists, teachers’ bios and course descriptions, visit www.theartistsshowplace.com
To register, call (972) 233-1223
The Artists’ Showplace Gallery
15615 Coit Road, Suite 230, Dallas, Texas 75248

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Betty Carr Workshop at Shanley House Gallery | May 21-24

BETTY CARR WORKSHOP
Oil | Watercolor | Acrylic
May 21 – 24, 2018
$395 nonmembers ($375 LGAA members)

National artist Betty Carr, bettycarrfineart.com is coming to Granbury for a four-day oil | watercolor | acrylic workshop May 21 – 24, 2018 at the Shanley House Gallery. Betty is the author of instructional book Seeing The Light. Her mission, floral and landscape paintings are filled with vibrant colors and brilliant light.

To reserve your spot, send a $75 deposit made payable to LGAA to Dr. Diana Littlejohn, 4027 Fairway DCBE, Granbury TX 76049.

Contact information: littlejohndj@charter.net, cell 817-578-1842,
home 817-326-5629.

Shanley House Gallery | 224 N. Travis | Granbury, TX 76048

Submitted by Rebecca Zook. Email: webmistress@granburyart.org

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Society of Watercolor Artists – 2018 Juried International Exhibition entries due March 11

Entries are now being accepted for the SWA 2018 Juried International Exhibition.  There will be $5,000 in Cash & Merchandise prizes.  The juror is nationally known watercolor artist Don Andrews.  The exhibition will be held at the Fort Worth Central Library, Atrium Gallery from April 15th to May 20th.

The entry deadline is Sunday, March 11th.  To see the prospectus and find more information, visit our website at www.swawatercolor.com

Submitted by Skeeter Murley. Email: watercolorcommunications@gmail.com

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Spring Free Basic Classes on Watercolor and Candle Making (Irving TX)

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. Expect traditional as well as new and nontraditional materials and approaches.

Registration is now open for the Spring 2018 classes

Location: Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, Irving. Held on Thursday evenings from 7 – 9 pm. Doors open 6:30 pm. Directions

Supplies:  Basic supplies are provided. Please 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

SPRING 2018 Schedule:

Thursday evenings 7-9 pm at the Jaycee Park Center for the Arts

  • April 5, 12 & 19 Watercolor Instructor Judy Harrison
    REGISTER for Watercolor
  • May 3, 10 & 17 Candle Making Instructor Rachel Gregory
    postponed

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Register now for 3rd Lost Pines Art Conference Nov. 3 & 4 in Bastrop

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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Oil and Cotton Adult Workshops

817 W. Davis St. #110
Dallas, TX 75208
214.942.0474
http://www.oilandcotton.com/

 

Listings through November 2017

Adult Weekly Art Class
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Sept 29 Natural Dye Series: Painting with Mordants Swatchbook
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Sept 30 Portrait Watercolor
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Oct 8 Leatherworking
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Oct 6 Voice as Primary Instrument
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Oct 13 & 20 Calligraphy: Spencerian
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Oct 14 Floral Painting:Intro to Acrylics and Oil
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Oct 15 Macrame Lace Planter
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Oct 15 – Nov 5 DIY Screenprinting
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Oct 21 Pattern and Construction: Leather Clutch
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Oct 22 Marbling
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Oct 27 Natural Dye Series: Shibori & Indigo Tea Towels
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Oct 28 Abstract Painting
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Oct 29 Embroidered Bouquet
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Nov 10 Calligraphy: Intro to Pen & Ink
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Nov 11 Machine Stitched Baskets
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Nov 17 Natural Dye Series: Immersion Dyeing Swatchbook
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Nov 18 Frame Loom Weaving
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Nov 19 Introduction to Handmade Filmmaking

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Southwestern Watercolor Society 54th Annual Member Exhibition opens August 30th

Southwestern Watercolor Society is pleased to announce it’s 54th Annual Member Exhibition beginning August 30 through September 30, 2017 to be held at the Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr. Richardson, TX. Viewing hours are 10:00AM to 6:00PM, Mondays through Saturdays.  The awards ceremony and reception is Sunday, September 24th. from 4:00PM to 6:00PM at the Eisemann Center.  Keiko Tanabe is this year’s juror.  

Keiko was born in Kyoto, Japan and currently lives in San Diego, California, U.S.A.  Primarily self-taught, she embarked on a professional art career as a watercolor painter in 2005 after working in international relations and marketing.  Since then, her work has earned many awards and recognitions on national and international level.  Her work appears in private and corporate collections in many countries.  Her work was also featured in numerous art publications including L’Art de l’Aquarelle (France & UK), Practique des Arts (France), Watercolor Artist (US) and Artists & Illustrators (UK).  She is also a sought-after workshop instructor, teaching watercolor courses both in the U.S. and abroad.  She is currently a member of National Watercolor Society (signature), American Watercolor Society,4North American Watercolor Artists and American Impressionist Society. Her website: https://ktanabefineart.com/

SWS has a long and rich history. The first Society organizational meetings for SWS were held in 1963. The first official meeting was held in January 1964 at N.R. Crozier Tech high school in downtown Dallas. The Society was granted a charter by the State of Texas in May of 1964.

It all started with the influence of Edgar Whitney and Naomi Brotherton. Naomi, charter SWS member, studied with Ed Whitney on several of his New England station wagon tours. Naomi convinced Ed Whitney to stop in Dallas on his way to the west coast on tour. While in Dallas he presented his book, “Watercolor, the How’s and Whys.”

The first conversation about forming the Society took place at a one of these Ed Whitney classes. It was the Whitney class that formed the invitation for an organization meeting in December of 1963. Over 50 people attended the first organizational meeting.

54 years later SWS has grown to over 400 members to be one of the largest and notable watercolor societies in the nation. Each year SWS honors Edgar Whitney with the SWS Membership Show / Edgar A. Whitney Award for Transparent Watercolor and Naomi Brotherton with the “Naomi Brotherton Award, Best of Show” for the top winner, instituted last year. Naomi at 96 still is active in SWS and teaches classes in her Dallas studio.

For more, see the SWS website at https://www.swswatercolor.org/

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SWS 2017 Fall Paint Out Oct. 6 & 7

Mark your calendars for the Southwestern Watercolor Society Fall Paint Out!

When:  October 6-7 2017 

Where:  Jefferson & Marshall, Texas

A signup sheet will be at the September SWS meeting or contact Ron Bigony, paint out chair RonBigony@aol.com

For more details, see flyer: SWS Fall Paintout Marshall-Jefferson 2017

 

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Fall 2017 Art Classes at The Artists Showplace Gallery

THE ARTISTS SHOWPLACE GALLERY

FALL 2017 ART CLASSES

The Artists Showplace Gallery

15615 Coit Road, Suite 230, Dallas, Texas 75248

SW corner of Coit and Arapaho Roads

972-233-1223

theartistsshowplace@gmail.com

www.theartistsshowplace.com

Discover Pastels

Janice Hamilton $150

Tuesdays 1:30-4:00 PM

Session 1: 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10

Session 2: 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14

http://theartistsshowplace.com/janice-hamilton-pastels-class

Exploring Abstraction

Don Longo $120

Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 PM

Session 1: 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10

Session 2: 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14

http://theartistsshowplace.com/don-longo-exploring-abstraction

Working with Charcoal

Don Longo $150

Wednesdays 10:00AM-12:30PM

9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11

http://theartistsshowplace.com/don-longo-working-with-charcoal

Techniques in Colored Pencils

Don Longo $150

Wednesdays 10:00AM-12:30PM

10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15

http://theartistsshowplace.com/don-longo-techniques-in-colored-pencil

Painting in Oil

Janice Hamilton $150

Thursdays 10:00AM-12:30PM

Session 1: 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12

Session 2: 10/26, 11/2, 11/9.11/16

http://theartistsshowplace.com/janice-hamilton-oil-class

Watercolor for Beginners

Lou Ann Bower $150

Thursdays 1:30-4:00PM

Session 1: 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12

Session 2: 10/26, 11/2, 11/9.11/16

http://theartistsshowplace.com/lou-ann-bower-watercolor-class

Alcohol Ink on Yupo

Maribeth Jagger $150

Fridays 10:00AM-12:30PM

Session 1: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13

Session 2: 10/27, 11/3,11/10, 11/17

http://theartistsshowplace.com/alchohol-ink-on-yupo

Loosen-Up with Watercolor (Advanced)

Bev Boren $150

Fridays 1:30-4:00PM

Session 1: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13

Session 2: 10/27,11/10, 11/17, 12/1

http://theartistsshowplace.com/loosen-up-with-watercolor

FUN-damentals of Painting

Don Longo $150

Saturdays 10:00AM-12:30PM

Session 1: 9/16, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14

Session 2: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11

http://theartistsshowplace.com/don-longo-fundamentals-of-painting

One- & Two-Point Perspective for Artists

Janice Hamilton $90

Saturday, October 14 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

http://theartistsshowplace.com/perspective-class-2017

Weekend “Wine-Down” (BYOB)

Cindy Gray $45 per night

Fridays 6:00-8:30 PM

10/13, 10/20, 11/17, 12/1, 12/15

http://theartistsshowplace.com/weekend-winedown

Holiday Mini-Workshops

Have Fun Painting Greeting Cards

Lynda Kingsley $45

Saturday, November 18

10:00 AM-12:30PM

http://theartistsshowplace.com/have-fun-painting-greeting-cards

Paint Your Own Christmas Ornaments 

Maribeth Jagger $45

Saturday, December 2

10:00 AM-12:30PM

http://theartistsshowplace.com/meribeth-jagger-christmas-ornaments

 

The Artists Showplace Gallery

15615 Coit Road, Suite 230, Dallas, Texas 75248

SW corner of Coit and Arapaho Roads

972-233-1223

theartistsshowplace@gmail.com

www.theartistsshowplace.com

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Artists’ Showplace Workshops 2017 / 2018

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

ENROLL EARLY! (972) 233-1223

For full schedule and class details www.theartistsshowplace.com

 

KATHY ELLIOTT – COLD WAX & OIL

September 20-23, 2017 $385
September 29 – October 1, 2017 $285
October 9 – 13, 2017 $500
October 27-29, 2017
$300 (Includes silks, dyes, palette)
November 2nd – November 4th. 2017 $285
November 7th – 9th, 2017 $300
LIFE DRAWING WEEKLY MEETUPS

2018 Workshops

CECY TURNER – OIL PAINTING

January 23 – 25, 2018 $290 

JO MONCRIEF – ACRYLIC ABSTRACT

February 21 – 24, 2018 $385

STEPHEN ZHANG – FLOW IN WATERCOLOR

March 6 – 9, 2018 $400
 

XIANG ZHANG – PORTRAITURE IN OIL

May 2-5, 2018$475 (Fee includes 2 live models per day)
November 1-4, 2018. $400

 

 

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54th Annual SWS Member Exhibition call for entries deadline June 30

54thSouthwestern Watercolor Society is pleased to announce it’s 54th Annual Member Exhibition to be held August 30 through September 30, 2017 at the Eisemann Center in Richardson.

Entry is open to members of the Southwestern Watercolor Society (SWS), a nationalorganization based in Dallas and celebrating its’ 54th anniversary, with 400+ members throughout the USA. New members may join at time of entry. www.swswatercolor.org.

More than $5,000.00 in cash and merchandise to be awarded! Entries open May 1, 2017 and the deadline for entry is June 30, 2017 at midnight.

Enter through the CaFE (Call for Entries) website, www.callforentry.org. Use the word ‘watercolor’ or ‘southwestern’ on the Café site to search for our exhibition or this link should take you directly to the
SWS call for entry. https://www.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=4403 For assistance in
using Café, see Aids to Entering our Membership Exhibition on the SWS website.

Entry Fee (1st painting entry fee): $35.00; $5 each for 2nd & 3rd painting.

All work must be painted after January 1, 2015 (strictly enforced), original water media on paper or Yupo. Accepted water media include watercolors, acrylics, inks, gouache, casein, egg tempera, watercolor pencils and watercolor crayons. For complete requirements, see the prospectus. www.swswatercolor.org.

Exhibition schedule:

Entry Deadline Friday, June 30, 2017 (midnight)
Preview Party Sunday, July 9, 2017 Royal Lane Baptist Church 2:00-4:00PM
Acceptance Notification Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Deadline to receive shipped art Monday, August 28, 2017 Craters & Freighters
Deadline for hand-delivered art Sunday, August 27, 2017 Eisemann Center (1:00-3:30 PM)
Art hung Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Show Opens Wednesday, August 30, 2017 Eisemann Center
Juror judges Monday, September 11, 2017
Awards Reception Sunday, September 24, 2017 Eisemann Center (4:00PM
to 6:00PM)
Show Closes Saturday, September 30, 2017
Pick-up hand-delivered art Sunday, Monday, October 1, 2017 (Eisemann Center
1:00 to 3:30 PM)
Shipped art returned Monday, October 2, 2017 by Craters & Freighters

Juror for 54th SWS Membership Exhibition: Keiko Tanabe

Keiko was born in Kyoto, Japan and currently lives in San Diego, California, U.S.A. Primarily self-taught, she embarked on a professional art career as a watercolor painter in 2005 after working in international relations and marketing. Since then, her work has earned many awards and recognitions on national and international level. Her work appears in private and corporate collections in many countries. Her work was also featured in numerous art publications including L’Art de l’Aquarelle (France & UK), Practique des Arts (France), Watercolor Artist (US) and Artists & Illustrators (UK). She is also a sought-after workshop instructor, teaching watercolor courses both in the U.S. and abroad. She is currently a member of National Watercolor Society (signature), American Watercolor Society, North American Watercolor Artists and American Impressionist Society. Her website: https://ktanabefineart.com/

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Summer Art Classes at Oil & Cotton

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817 W. Davis St. #110
Dallas, TX 75208
214.942.0474

http://www.oilandcotton.com/

Oil and Cotton opened in September 2010. Blending an appreciation of the past with current multidisciplinary art practices, our students are invited to engage in the expressive languages of both music and visual art. Our hands-on classes are taught by professionals with knowledge of traditional and contemporary practice. We provide creative space for education, exhibition, performance and exchange between the public and the art community.

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June 3 Floral Painting:Intro to Acrylics and Oil
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June 17 Intro to Printmaking
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Jun 25 Frame Loom Weaving
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July 9 Leatherworking
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July 14 Intro to Calligraphy
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July 16 Portrait Watercolor
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July 23 Embroidered Bouquet
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July 30 Macrame Lace Plant Hanger
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Aug 4 & 11 Clay Spoon
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Aug 5 & 6 New Media: Pure Data Programming
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Aug 13 Total Eclipse of the Sun-glasses
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Aug 19 & 20 Natural Dyeing Yarn: Red, Yellow, Blue

 

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Society of Watercolor Artists 2017 International Juried Exhibition

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http://www.swawatercolor.com/

Location: Fort Worth Central Library Atrium Gallery, 500 W. 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX


April 16 – May 27, 2017

Awards Reception: Saturday May 27, 2 to 4 pm

List of artists  http://www.swawatercolor.com/copy-of-2016-international-juried-e-1

Juror – Laurie Goldstein-Warren

AWARDS: $4000 in cash and merchandise.

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Acrylic WC Mixed Media Flower Workshop with Sharon Giles May 13

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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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Spring 2017 Free Basic Classes: Spinning & Knitting and Watercolor

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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 spring classes.  (each class is separate)

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 Class on Spinning & Knitting 
Dates: May 4, 11, 18
Instructor: Ameda Holmes
REGISTER

Ameda Holmes has been knitting and working with yarn since she was 5 years old.  Her grandmother was a true master and taught her how to design as well as create.  In 1985 she decided that natural fibers were the way to go and she learned to spin her own yarn.  For the three Thursday evenings in May she will be teaching spinning and knitting.  The first night will be devoted to spinning. Attendees will be introduced to the basics of spinning and will receive a spindle and fiber to work with.  The next two nights will be devoted to the basics of knitting.  Everyone will be making simple slippers. Needles and yarn will be provided.

Free Basic Class on Watercolor
Dates: June 1, 8, 15
Instructor: Beverly Boren
REGISTER

Bev Boren was born and raised in Texas and now resides in Trophy Club, Texas with her husband Ben.  She is a signature member of the Outdoor Painters Society and the Southwestern Watercolor Society.  She is also a member of the Oil Painters of America, American Impressionist Society, and American Watercolor Society.

Her work is primarily the result of her need to paint.  Inspiration can come at any time and in any place.  She is not confined to one subject area.  She loves  to paint a variety of subject matter as well as working in various mediums.  Bev’s paintings are created with things that capture her eye whether it’s a still life, landscape, or capturing a person’s personality.  Painting is her way of connecting with the world and the people around her and sharing those experiences along the way.

In her words “Trying to describe or explain my efforts at painting or drawing seems like a futile effort.  After all, I want my work to express itself without the necessity of words.  My best hope is that my work will stand simply on it’s own, and find a connection with viewers where words fail”.  Her website: http://bevboren.com/

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Fall 2017 Workshops & New 2018 Workshops at Artists’ Showplace

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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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FALL 2017 2018
Maureen Brouillette
Mixed Media Collage
September 29-October 1, 2017
$285

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Cecy Turner
Oil
January 23-25, 2018
$385

Cecy Turner
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

Michael Holter
David Kessler
All Media Abstract
April 18-21, 2018
$400

David Kessler

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Art Exhibit: Fresh Paint | Hailey Herrera

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Inspired by the Japanese aesthetic of Wabi-Sabi, in this exhibit of abstract watermedia paintings Hailey Herrera integrates freeform lines and shapes; finding her inspiration from nature and her surroundings. Unless she has a specific theme in mind, she begins with some calligraphic lines without a preconceived idea of result. In the process of interplaying lines and shapes spontaneously, an idea emerges and the painting reveals something new to which her intuition and emotion responds. This spontaneous decision process leads to a fascinating and unconventional result.

The work displayed at Elm Street Studio is an ongoing study of experimentation in watermedia abstract painting.  Please join us at Elm Street Studio in Keller, TX for a complimentary reception and meet the artist on Friday, March 24 from 6 to 8 pm. For more information and to see images of Herrera’s work, please visit www.ElmStreetStudioKeller.com. Fresh Paint: Watermedia Abstracts by Hailey Herrera will be on display through April 27, 2017.

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Submitted by Shelly Hye. Email: shelly@elmstreetstudiokeller.com

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Students of Jo Williams Exhibition

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An exhibition of paintings by the students of Jo Williams is currently on display at the Black Box Theatre through May 12th.  The opening reception for the exhibition takes place March 25th from 5:00 pm until 6:30 pm at the PointBank Black Box Theater. The reception is free and open to the public.

The exhibition features the watercolor and mixed media paintings by the students of Jo Williams. Artists exhibiting are Connie Hamill, Carolyn Johnson, Kimberly Karl, Barbara Lindley, Claudia Lynch, Clint Lynch, Mary Maher, Buster Maloney, Frances May, Diana McGimpsey, Bonnie Merritt, and Susan Vaughan. All exhibitors are members of the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST).

This exhibition will feature a variety of techniques including direct painting with transparent watercolor and experimental painting creating an abstract underpainting with splattering various dry pigments including instant coffee and instant tea. Subjects include florals – sunflowers, poinsettias, and white flowers as a study in painting white, and various birds and animals.

Williams has been painting and teaching in watercolor for over thirty years. Local classes are held at the Patterson-Appleton Art Center. Williams also teaches in various locations including in France for Artistic Gourmet Adventures. She will be teaching in Brittany in June, in Fredericksburg in April, and in Santa Fe in September. For more about Jo see her website http://www.jowilliamswatercolors.com/

The Black Box Theatre Exhibition Outside the Box is co-sponsored by Denton Community Theatre and VAST. 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

Submitted by Rebecca Barham. Email: rebecca.barham@unt.edu

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“Splendor of Joy” – Exhibit by Soon Young Warren and Connie Logan Levsen

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The New Year ushers in the watercolor paintings of Soon Young Warren, and her student, Connie Logan Levsen. Their show titled, “Splendor of Joy” speaks to the beauty that is found in our ordinary, often taken-for-granted, every day surroundings. Experience a new perspective on a case of soda or the wrapper of a piece of candy, along with flowers and landscapes.

The exhibit is available for viewing Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, Jan. 4th – 25th, 2017. An Evening with the Artists is free and open to all on Thursday, Jan. 12th from 7 to 9 pm at Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, TX 76248. Enjoy the exhibit while sharing conversation and refreshments with Soon and Connie. For more information contact 817-743-4000 or publicarts@cityofkeller.com. www.cityofkeller.com/publicarts

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2017 Workshops at Artists’ Showplace

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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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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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Patsy Lindamood Wildlife Art Exhibit at the West Irving Library

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Irving Art Association is honored to present the Patsy Lindamood Wildlife Art Exhibit at the West Irving Library Dec. 4, 2016 through Jan. 8, 2017.The Library is located at 4444 W. Rochelle in Irving (near the intersection of Rochelle & Esters.)

Patsy is an IAA member and frequent winner in IAA’s Texas & Neighbors and Animal Art exhibits. The exhibit showcases her wildlife art but she also draws and paints domestic animals, landscape art, and portraits. Her latest series is on ranch and rodeo life.

Learning from from nationally and internationally recognized pastelists and wildlife artists, Patsy has emerged with a style uniquely her own, marked by strong, colorful, yet infinitely detailed compositions in a representational style.  She has become a nationally award winning artist in her own right.

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Her work derives from research and observation of creatures in their environments, in the wild whenever possible. Trips to state and national parks have provided great adventure and abundant inspiration. Wildlife also regularly visit her property in Huntsville, and it is not unusual to pass deer or roadrunners on her weekday routes.

Working in pastel, graphite, colored pencil, and watercolor or watercolor pencil, Lindamood’s paintings are life-size, bold with color, rich with texture, and bursting with presence. She frequently paints on cradled artist boards, Pastelboard or Mylar.

For more about Patsy and her art, see her website at  http://www.lindamoodfineart.com

Contact her at 352-339-2353 or lindamood@att.net.  Brochure of this exhibit: iaapatsylindamoodexhibitbrochure

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Desoto Art League hosts monthly art activities & demonstrations

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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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Artist Judy Mason at the VAST November 3rd Meeting

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You are invited to a presentation by Artist Judy Mason at the VAST November Meeting November 3rd, from 7 – 9 p.m., at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 East Hickory St, Denton, TX.

Judy Mason’s Artist Statement: “It is my belief and experience that the most intriguing avenues of understanding are introduced by chance. There is an evolution of happenings meant to create something unique. As our artwork evolves, so does the individuality of the artist. Only when the artist decides to “rest” does his work become stale.

I find some repetition within my artwork to be fun, but too much of it quickly becomes predictable. That is where the danger lies. We, as artists, are performers and must constantly entertain ourselves and the audience.

Sharing that which is felt is an obligation, and hopefully, it can hold the attention of someone long enough to get that feeling transmitted. Then that work of art is considered successfully placed.”

Judy Mason’s artwork is shown in the Center for Contemporary Art in Abilene, Texas, and the Firehouse Art Gallery in Weatherford, Texas.

To find out more about Judy, see: www.judymasoneldridge.com

The presentation is free for VAST Members; $3 for guests. vastarts.org

Submitted by Rebecca Barham. Email: rebecca.barham@unt.edu

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Sharon Serrago demo for Society of Watercolor Artists Oct. 17

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Sharon Serrago is a local area artist, teaching weekly watercolor and acrylic classes at her studio in Richardson, TX. As her teaching strength lies in design and color theory, her classes always focus on strong fundamentals. Sharon’s ability to quickly spot problem areas in paintings and her adeptness at offering solutions has caught the eye of many art clubs and organizations who have subsequently invited her to present demonstrations, offer critiques of members’ works, and judge competitions.

A signature member of SWS, Sharon has been accepted into numerous exhibitions including Western Federation WS, Alabama WS, Georgia WS, Illinois WS, Irving WS, Houston WS, and several others.

An entrepreneur with her hand in several businesses, Sharon’s first love is her art. While she frequently paints realistically, she is most at home when painting abstracts. Her styles are as diverse as her talents, all of which goes into making her one of Dallas’ interesting artists. Sharon’s work can be seen on her website: www.serrago.com

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Society of Watercolor Artists MONTHLY MEETINGS:

3rd Monday – September through May (except Jan and April 2016 are one week later). Guests are welcome.

January meeting is 4th Monday due to Holiday

  • 6pm – Critiques with Jo Williams of Denton.   Bring a painting which is in progress or completed for a critique.  Or, enjoy learning as other pieces are critiqued

  • 7-7:15pm – General meeting with announcements and introductions of newcomers

  • 7:15pm – Introduction of guest artist and demonstration begins

  • 8:00pm – Break for refreshments and view and vote on “Painting of the Month”

  • 8:15 – Guest artist continues demo

  • 8:45 – “Painting of the Month” winners are announced

Meetings are held at Everett Hall at Texas Health & Sciences Center at3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth  Click HERE for printable PDF file for MAP & Directions to SWA Meetings

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Fall Art Classes & Workshops at Artists’ Showplace

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Fall 2016 Schedule of Art Classes for Adults, Children & Youth

Register Early! Space Limited
Four-Week Painting & Drawing Classes  for Adults
*Oils   *Pastels   *Drawing   *Watercolor   *Alcohol Ink
Six-Week Special Project Classes for Adults
*Mosaic Art
*Polymer Clay Creations
Children & Youth Classes
*Animation & Story-boarding
*Painting
*Art Portfolio Preparation
Mini-Workshops
*One-Day Adventure in Oil
*Mastering 1-& 2-Point Perspective in  Oil or Pastel
*Alcohol Ink Tile Coasters
Fall Workshops filling up! Call today to sign up!
For details visit:
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Artists’ Showplace Gallery
15615 Coit Rd, #230
Dallas, TX 75248
Southwest Corner of Arapaho & Coit Roads
The Shops at Spanish Village
Gallery Hours:
10 am – 6 pm
Tuesday – Saturday
or by Appointment

Upcoming Workshops:

Soon Warren
Watercolor

September 27-30, 2016

 

Judy Wilder Dalton
Abstractions in Landscapes
Oil/Acrylic
October 20-22, 2016

Scott Williams
Photoshop for Artists

October 28-29, 2016

 

Cecy Turner
Back to Basics – Oil
January 24-26, 2017
Jo Moncrief
Acrylic Abstract
February 22-25, 2017
Ellen Soderquist
Life Drawing
March, 10-11, 2017Jan Sitts
Mixed Media Abstract
April 5-8, 2017
Sterling Edwards
Watercolor
October 9-13, 2017

 

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Summer Schedule for Artisan’s Studio Watermedia Classes & More

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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.  https://sites.google.com/site/artisansstudiogallerysite/art-classes

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FINDING YOUR OWN STYLE – ALL LEVELS Watercolor IAcrylic/ Gouache

Monday Classes 10:00 – 3:00

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VARIATIONS IN WATERCOLOR 

Times of Day / Kind. of Weather – Intermediate Levels & up

Wednesday Classes 10·2:30 $50/day

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MAUREEN BROUlLLETTE, SWS, TWS, ISEA

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Muriel Elliott Mimura Show Reception June 3

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Art Gallery Show

June 2 – 29, 2016

The Art Gallery in The Point

Reception Friday, June 3 – 3:30pm

Free, open to the public

The Point & Pavilion at C.C. Young,

4847 W. Lawther Dr., Dallas, TX 75214 214-841-2831 / www.ccyoung.org

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June 6th Reception to open the Desoto Art League’s Spring Show

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Monday night of June 6, 6pm-7:30pm

Discover a piece of art that fits your taste and budget.  There’s a piece of art to match to your heart and home! Each piece has been framed and/or finished and is ready for display in your home or office or to give as a gift to someone you respect and care for.

Several of the artists will be present at this reception.

Desoto Art League 2016 Spring Show June 2 – July 29

The show will be viewable during all Desoto Public Library open hours through Saturday, July 30th and most pieces will be for sale. Juror was Dr. Dawna Hamm Walsh.

For more about the Desoto Art League see http://www.desotoartleague.com/

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SWA International Juried Exhibition closes this Saturday

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The 2016 Society of Watercolor Artists International Juried Exhibition will close at noon on Saturday, May 28th.  There’s still a little time to see the 50 pieces of artwork, including the Best of Show, Aglow by Leon Loughridge of Denver, Colorado.  Fort Worth Central Library, Atrium Gallery.

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Submitted by Society of Watercolor Artists. Email: murley07@yahoo.com

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SWS Annual Fundraiser May 10

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Southwestern Watercolor Society May Annual Fund Raiser

Doors open 6:30pm, May 10, 2016

Location: Lovers Lane Methodist Church, Ashbury Hall, 9200 Inwood Road, Dallas, Texas
(northeast corner of Northwest Highway and Inwood Road.)

May is our big annual fund raiser where funds are raised to help support the Annual SWS Membership Show and other SWS activities.
The Live Auction will be headed up by auctioneer Jonesy McConnell and he will auction original paintings by the following artist:
Ron Stephens                 Jo Williams
Michael Holter               Nel Byrd
Priscilla Krejci               Jeff Jenson
Ron Bigony                    Bev Boren
Walt Davis                     Jimmy Magouirk
Gaylord O’Con               Gail Delger
Pat Kochan                    Bob Voges
Naomi Brotherton          Cecy Turner

One Demo Painting by Alvaro Castagnet and Andy Evansen will also be auctioned in the Live Auction.

*This is a great opportunity to get original art work from noted artist for a good price. Bring your credit card or cash.

The Ticket Raffle will include will include original paintings by:

Jeff Good
Jane Jones
Mickey Archer
Michael Borne

Maureen Brouillette

*Raffle Tickets will be available for purchase at the April and May meetings. Raffle Tickets are $5 each and you can purchase as many tickets as you want, only one painting awarded per person.

The Silent Auction will include the personal art book libraries of Jane Jones and Jo Taylor, which includes over 350 art books. Also, Please donate your art supplies, art gear, art CD’s, and other art related art items to the silent auction. Please bring items to the May SWS meeting. Doors open at 6:30pm. Get there early.

https://www.swswatercolor.org/

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Winners of the 2016 International Society of Watercolor Artists Exhibition

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The Society of Watercolor Artists presents its annual international watercolor exhibit. April 17 – May 28, 2016 in Fort Worth. The Reception & Awards ceremony was Saturday, April 30th, 2-4pm. Juror: Frank Eber.

Exhibit Location: Atrium Gallery, Central Library of Fort Worth, 500 W. Third Street, Fort Worth TX 76102 (corner of Lamar & West Third)

For more about the Society of Watercolor Artists see http://www.swawatercolor.com/

Exhibition Catalog: 2016SWAIntCatalog

AWARD WINNERS

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Leon Loughridge Denver, Colorado Aglow

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Second Place Award

Z. Feng Radford, Virginia MVP #2

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Third Place Award

Nel Dorn Byrd Aubrey, Texas

Juror’s Awards:

Laurin McCracken Fort Worth, Texas Cherries, Silver & Chinese Porcelain

Kathy Elliott Garland, Texas Walking Side by Side

ZeZe Lai Hong Kong, China Seasons’ Greetings

R. Nichols Riverside, California Family Photo 2

Honorable Mention Awards;

Anna Roberts Brownsburg, Indiana Surfacing

Elaine Jary Bedford, Texas A. Cash

Michael Holter Plano, Texas The Matador Hat

Lauren Hoffmann San Marcos, Texas Rainbow Surprise on Ridgeback Mountain

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Creative Figurative Watercolor With Michael Holter May 28 & 29

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Only a few spaces left!

Dates:  May 28 and May 29
Cost:  $175.00 for Trinity Arts Guild Members
          $225.00 for Non-members
          $50.00 Deposit will hold your space
                      full payment due by May 10.
Where:  Trinity Arts Guild Gallery and Studio
              Bedford Boys Ranch Park
              2819 R.D. Hurt Parkway
              Bedford, TX 76025
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Laurin McCracken on Marketing Your Art May 16

swalogosmallThe Society of Watercolor Artists meets every third Monday from September through May. Next meeting Monday, May 16, 2016,  at 7pm. (6:30 critique by Jo Williams)

Location: University of North Texas Health Science Center, Bldg. 2 – Everett Hall, Fort Worth, TX 76107. Directions.  website: http://www.swawatercolor.com/

May Guest Artist… Laurin McCracken

Laurin McCracken is one of SWA’s most eminent members, known internationally for his jewel-like still life paintings in watercolor. His achievements and recognition stretch across the globe. To take but one example, last year he exhibited in the Beijing Biennial for the third time. As the only watercolorist selected, one of his works was additionally purchased by China’s National Museum of Art. “Underwood Typewriter” is displayed this season at the American Watercolor Society’s annual exhibition, Salmagundi Club, New York City. He continues to work with Fabriano papers as the US master leader in Italy, and manages to teach a series of workshops across the country as well. An architect by training, Laurin is Chief Marketing Officer of Jacobs Global Building NA. Consult his website for complete information on Laurin: www.lauringallery.com.

As a loyal and immensely helpful member of SWA, Laurin will present: “Marketing Your Art; including how to get published, getting in and managing gallery relations, pricing, selling your art, how to photograph your art and other business counseling.”

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SWA 2016 International Juried Exhibition – April 30 Reception

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The Society of Watercolor Artists presents its annual international watercolor exhibit. April 17 – May 28, 2016 in Fort Worth.

Reception & Awards Saturday, April 30th, 2-4pm

Juror: Frank Eber. He will give a demo for SWA on Monday, April 25th, plus a 4-day workshop on watercolor April 26 – 29, 2016. For more information, contact swaworkshop@gmail.com.

Exhibit Location: Atrium Gallery, Central Library of Fort Worth, 500 W. Third Street, Fort Worth TX 76102 (corner of Lamar & West Third)

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“The Art of BUGS” a presentation by Artist Walt Davis at the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) May Meeting

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Please join VAST on Thursday, May 5th from 7-9 p.m. for a presentation entitled “The Art of BUGS” by watercolor artist Walt Davis .

During the presentation, Walt will work on a half-sheet demo of a large scale insect. Walt states that he is four years into a series of paintings celebrating the surprising world just small enough to escape our attention but full of beautiful and unexpected colors and shapes. It is the world at our feet that goes largely unnoticed. He will include plenty of sketches and preliminary drawings to illustrate his method of working as well as the three paintings that made it into American Watercolor Society annual shows, one of which won an award.

Walt Davis is a signature member, life member, and past president of the Southwestern Watercolor Society. He is also a signature member of the American Watercolor Society, and his painting “Katy-did, Katy-didn’t” won their Margery Soroka Memorial Award in 2012. He was curator of exhibits at the Dallas Museum of Natural History for fifteen years creating wildlife dioramas and collaborating with Dallas muralists Olin Travis and Granville Bruce.

Walt’s work has been exhibited at Eastfield College Gallery, Bath House Cultural Center (Dallas), Panhandle Art Center, (Amarillo), Old Jail Art Museum (Mount Vernon), Brownsville Heritage Complex, Dallas Museum of Nature and Science, and San Angelo Art Museum.

Walt often paints plein air and enjoys working in different scales from miniatures to full sheet watercolors. He says the challenge for the watercolorist is to choreograph a delicate dance between art and nature coaxing the fundamental truth of one to illuminate the fundamental truth of the other.

To find out more about Walt, see: http://waltdavisart.com/

The presentation takes place at the Patterson – Appleton Arts Center, 400 E. Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201.

The presentation is Free for VAST Members, and $3 for non-members.http://vastarts.org

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