Thursday, January 19, 2012

Art Show Opening this Thursday at Zak's Cafe


I am hoping you can join us this Thursday evening for an art opening showcasing a selection paintings from our studio group at the Walker's Point restaurant Zak's Cafe.

Meet and view works by: James Hempel, Rick Brawner, Carol Brown, Richard Colan, Sandra DeGeorge, Vivian Foster, Roxanne Hanney, Carol Hauer, Jan Jaworski, Carolyn Larkin, Madhavi Parekh, Debra Salvo, Pamela Stilp & Mary Ullrich.

When: Thursday January 19,
5pm to 7pm

Where: Zak's Cafe
231 South 2nd St.
Milwaukee, WI
Hope you can join us to see what we've been up to!
Best,
James Hempel

James Hempel Fine Arts Studio-Offering Classes, Workshops and Commissions
133 W. Pittsburgh Ave. #503
Milwaukee, WI 53204

James Hempel jwhempel@hotmail.com

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Horn Feeds Mill 1/16/12






Met early Monday morning. Was chilly early on but the sun stayed mostly out. A train stopped, dropped off a car and picked up a car. It was very interesting watching the switching going on. Thank you John for the excellent pictures!

Next Monday morning we're planning on painting Sharon's historical house in this same area at about 8:30am.

“Winter” A celebration of Plein Air and other winter artworks, Jan 11-Feb 11



Vivian has paintings in this Delind Gallery "Winter" show. http://www.delindgallery.com/website/index.php?section=165

Reception is Friday, January 20, 6-9pm.

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Jeanne Olivieri at Trios Gallery January 20-21

Hi,

I wanted to let you know I'll have my work at A Trio's gallery http://atriojewelry.com/ in the Third Ward for Gallery Night and Day on January 20 and 21st (and probably for a month following the opening). I'll be there Friday evening the 20th for the opening reception and if you could stop in that would be terrific!

Friday, January 13, 2012

Phantom Lake 1/12/12




Snowing quite good today. Quite dark today especially compared to sunny yesterday.

Next week we plan to plein air paint Monday, 1/16/12, 8:30am in the Horn Feeds neighborhood, 728 Clarendon Ave, Mukwonago.

We are planning weekly when and where we are going.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Wales Wales Sunrise at Park near Main, Universal & James St. 1/12/12





Frost on the ground this morning but by the time we left it was quite nice. Thank you John & Kathy for the pictures.

Q&A Artists: Tom Nachreiner by Randy Rasmussen of Peninsula Pulse

Q&A-Questions & Artists: Tom Nachreiner
By Randy Rasmussen
youngdoe
"Young Doe"


Randy Rasmussen (RR): I have interviewed many artists, and it seems they always enjoyed drawing at an early age. Do you remember when you started to draw and create?

Tom Nachreiner (TN): I didn't have any formal training in grade school or high school, but I started drawing in pencil only with a stump for blending, doing portraits at home and in study hall at school. I purchased several books about drawing and was inspired.

RR: Did you have any teachers who gave you encouragement to follow a career in art? Did you know even before high school that this is what you wanted to do with your life?

TN: I had no encouragement other than my parents and friends until college. I wanted to become an engineer or architect. I knew when I got into the engineering department at UW Madison and then saw the art department that I wanted to switch majors.

Read more>>

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Winter Blast 2012!!! January 28th 4PM by WIPAPA


HAPPY New Year Wisconsin Plein Air Painters!!

I hope you all will come to this!!!!

When: January 28nd 4pm

Where: Sage Arts Studio
5818 West Forest Home Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53220

There is street parking along 58th Street and Forest Home Avenue.
On the North side of Forest Home, just East of 60th Street, right next door to "Lucky Bob's" Slotcar Racing..

Who : Any artist interested in Plein Air Painting
(while we hope you will join WIPAPA it is not necessary to attend this party!)

What: We will be watching art training video's (if you have a favorite bring it!)
Eating Potluck
Having an Art Exchange: Bring a painting go home with another!
Watching an Art Video, small business meeting and just plain having fun!!

What to bring: Last names starting with...

A-M bring a main dish and an orderve
O-Z bring a side dish and dessert

Everyone bring a beverage and a folding chair!!

Art Exchange: If you wish to participate in the art exchange just bring a painting framed or unframed and Wrap it so no one knows it's yours!!

I am excited to see you all there!!


Monday, January 9, 2012

Classical Still Life Painting: Briliant Light Effects 1/13/12 & 1/20/12 10am-4pm

Due to the large response to this workshop last week,
Jim is offering an extra repeat session this Friday, January 20th

Classical Still Life Painting: Brilliant Light Effects
Sparkle & Luster, Glitter & Gleam

In this all day workshop we will explore how to create rich still life paintings
featuring brilliant effects of light.
We will work from life using the classical method step by step to capture a wide range of luminous surfaces and textures,
from the vivid luster of metallic reflections to the prismatic shimmer of iridescent color.

When: Friday, January 13th 10:00 am - 4:00pm (with a 1/2 hr break for lunch)

Where: James Hempel Fine Arts
133 W. Pittsburgh Ave. Studio 503
Milwaukee, WI 53204

Class fee: $50

*A materials list will be sent to those who sign up
James Hempel jwhempel@hotmail.com

Plein Air Painting planned this week

1/11/12 Wednesday 8:30am Presbyterian Church in Wales
1/12/12 Thursday abt 2:30pm Phantom Lake in Mukwonago

Sunday, January 8, 2012

Old Bank in Wales at the Corner of Main & Genessee 1/5/12




Beautiful Day! Sunny, warm, approaching the 50s. We are having a very warm winter. Painted what we believe was an old bank.

Thank you John for the pictures!

Next week we're thinking of going to the Presbyterian Church in Wales. Not sure what day yet.

Updated Indoor Winter Schedule 2012

Our demonstrations and critiques are always on the second Tuesday of the month so the correction is:

February 7.........sketch
February 14.... DEMO

March 6............sketch
March 13........CRITIQUE
Sorry about that. Hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
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Updated Schedule Below for 2012 Winter Indoor Sessions

Jan 3 Sketch
Jan 10 Critique
Jan 17, 24, 31 Sketch

February 7.........sketch
February 14.... DEMO
Feb 21 No sketch club, church is double booked.
Feb 28 Sketch

March 6............sketch
March 13........CRITIQUE
Mar 20, 27 Sketch

Apr 3 Sketch
April 10 Demo
April 17, 24 Sketch

May 1 Sketch
May 8 Critique
May 15 Sketch
May 22 DINNER