MSC members,
I am forwarding an email from one of our MSC members about another
member. For those of you who cannot place Diane, she sat on the
portrait side and did beautiful graphite pencil drawings of the
model. Some of you might remember that one evening she did a drawing of
the model looking completely in the opposite direction and it was a
spitting image of the model! Many of us had a good laugh about it
and could not understand how she could do it! Diane battled cancer for
years and always had a positive attitude and was more concerned about
others than herself. She will be greatly missed by all who know her.
Joyce
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Subject: Diane Richards
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 2013 15:39:58 -0500
Dear friends: I have some sad news: Diane Richards passed away at 11:00
this morning. She was put in hospice care last night. If I forgot
anyone on my art friend list could you please let them know. Right now I
can't think straight. Deb Fiedler's email address may not be right.
Love, Kathy Morgenroth
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link to mjs obituary published 7/28/13
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/jsonline/obituary-print.aspx?n=diane-c-richards&pid=166066637
Milwaukee Sketch Club is a group of artists who enjoy sketching and painting of models with an occasional artist demo or critique
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
newsletters
from: jeremy@artmilwaukee.com via mail138.wdc02.mcdlv.n
Art Milwaukee 7/25/13,
3 Days of Spontaneous Performances: http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=f6d4307e3df2b2e24c0aef710&id=53d0032254&e=3187414b3f
from:
Art Milwaukee 7/25/13,
3 Days of Spontaneous Performances: http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=f6d4307e3df2b2e24c0aef710&id=53d0032254&e=3187414b3f
from:
Monday, July 29, 2013
Calling artists for Mukwonago's Fall Fest Sept. 28th
From: James Mac Donald <macdonaj28@gmail.com>
Hello fellow artists, photographers and multi-media folks!
Hello fellow artists, photographers and multi-media folks!
We finally have the details for you for this year's great Fall Fest- to be held in the center of the Mukwonago Village.
Attached are the application and draft of the event information.
There
will be alot going on at this event--live music, dance, food, drinks,
entertainment, vendors, face painting, pumpkin painting, etc....and alot
of visitors.
Many of you have been inquiring, and I apologize for the delay on getting the details.
With a lot of interest in this, please reserve your space soon. This will be on a first application/payment received,--first in.
Please see the attachments and look forward to a great outdoor 'Art Tunnel' event.
Regards, Jim Mac Donald
MSC 2013-2014 winter indoor sketching/painting schedule
MSC members,
Attached is your fall 2013 - spring 2014 schedule. I hope all of you have had a chance to do some plein air art this summer and are having a wonderful summer. Looking forward to seeing everyone when our sessions start up once again.
Joyce
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2013-2014
SCHEDULE
Tuesday evenings 7:00-9:00pm
St. Peter’s Episcopal
Church 7929 W. Lincoln
Avenue West Allis, WI
SEPT. 10 CRITIQUE
Sept. 17 Sketch
Sept. 24 Sketch
Oct. 1 Sketch
OCT. 8 DEMO
Oct. 15 Sketch
Oct. 22 Sketch
Oct. 29 Sketch
Nov. 5 Sketch
NOV. 12 CRITIQUE
Nov. 19 Sketch
Nov. 26 Sketch
Dec. 3 Sketch
DEC. 10 DEMO
Dec. 17 Sketch
HOLIDAY BREAK
Dec. 24 NO MSC
Dec. 31 NO MSC
Jan. 7 Sketch
JAN. 14 CRITIQUE
Jan. 21 Sketch
Jan. 28 Sketch
Feb. 4 Sketch
FEB. 11 DEMO
Feb. 18 Sketch
Feb. 25 Sketch
Mar 4 Sketch
MAR. 11 CRITIQUE
Mar. 18 Sketch
Mar. 25 Sketch
Apr. 1 Sketch
APR. 8 DEMO
Apr. 15 Sketch
Apr. 22 Sketch
Apr. 29 Sketch
May 6 Sketch
MAY 13 CRITIQUE
MAY 19 DINNER
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Milwaukee Sketch Club at Catalano Square near Utrecht on Broadway 7/23/13
Decided to go to Catalano Square as Al is in the 3rd Ward Plein Air Painting Competition. Next week we'll go to the Urban Ecology center. Mostly metered parking except on Erie Street which got full by 7pm. Light is very interesting at this time of day.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Milwaukee Sketch Club at Trimborn Park on 7/19/13
The heat didn't feel so hot and the humidity wasn't so bad because we
stayed in the shade and there was a nice breeze. The sky was beautiful
with white puffy clouds, and the colors were bright. All in all it was a
great day for plein air at Trimborn Farm. There is always so much to
see and to paint there.
John
Sunday, July 21, 2013
DCA Mural Artist Reunited with Work by Jim Lundstrom of Penninsula Pulse
DCA Mural Artist Reunited with Work
Giffey delighted to see his work standing up to time
By Jim Lundstrom
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| David Giffey talks on July 8 with Anne Haberland Emerson. Photo by Jim Lundstrom. |
"There's the joy of designing," Giffey said. "I remember the water was really fun to paint. I was trying to bring in different elements of color because water is not blue."
Confronted by the Door County icons he was commissioned to portray in mural format in the early 1990s, Giffey had the look of a man seeing a dear, old friend after a very long time as he took turns gazing upon "DC/The Water" and, on the other side of the entryway, "DC/The Land."
"I'm delighted to see it," he said. "It looks very bright and lively to me."
The premise of the murals from the start, he said, was to make it local.
Read more>>
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Friday, July 19, 2013
Update on Bucketworks Space. Coming Soon: Moooovin' on Up
from: Bucketworks Events events@bucketworks.org via mail178.us4.mcsv.net
Link to their newsletter
http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=b4e3822517fe1cd78c096b3c8&id=e69ed29c72&e=1d9f8ca66c
Link to their newsletter
http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=b4e3822517fe1cd78c096b3c8&id=e69ed29c72&e=1d9f8ca66c
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Light Play, Opening Reception, Friday July 26, 2013, 5-9pm
from: Jeanne Olivieri
Join me for Gallery Night, J Nikolai Art in the Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo, Suite 312! Live music by Vivo, new works by yours truly and glass works by Les Braze!
Join me for Gallery Night, J Nikolai Art in the Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo, Suite 312! Live music by Vivo, new works by yours truly and glass works by Les Braze!
Artist Prospectus | Plein Air Shorewood Sept 19-21, 2013
http://pleinairshorewood.com/
Artists who have mailed checks and submitted registration will receive confirmation of acceptance or wait list status within 7-10 days of receipt of application.
All correspondence from the committee will be sent electronically to the email submitted with your application.
SCHEDULE for ARTISTS
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Size Requirements: Maximum completed canvas size is under discussion, with the goal of framed pieces not to exceed 16″x20″ horizontal or 20″x16″ vertical due to size limitations.
Canvas Stamping Requirements: Unlimited.
Replacement of Pieces: Because the jurying takes place immediately prior to the gala exhibition and sale of the work, it will not be possible during this short plein air experience to replace work. Sold work will remain in place until the gala. The Village of Shorewood will be responsible for the sale of the artwork because Plein Air Shorewood was created to support public arts programming in the Village. The commission to the Village will be 35%, with 65% to the artist.
Any unsold work will be picked up by the artist or the buyer following the Gala on September 21, 2013, or per negotiated $25 per piece storage fee with the Village of Shorewood.
List of requested paintings: some residents and businesses may request a painting of home/storefront. That list will be posted for artists here and under its own tab on this website. Please check back here if interested in this list.
Contact the Committee with any questions:Jenny Heyden, Patricia Algiers, Don Berg: info@pleinairshorewood.com
Artist Prospectus
Information for Plein Air Artists (Updated 6/27/13)Artists who have mailed checks and submitted registration will receive confirmation of acceptance or wait list status within 7-10 days of receipt of application.
All correspondence from the committee will be sent electronically to the email submitted with your application.
SCHEDULE for ARTISTS
Thursday, September 19, 2013
- Thursday, September 19, 2013, 7a.m. – 10 a.m. Artist Check-In at Shorewood Village Center, 3920 N. Murray (Library lower level).
- Orientation by Shorewood Historical Society , free coffee and refreshments.
- Artists to have canvases stamped (unlimited # stamping available).
- Artists receive packet, including vouchers for meals and gift bag.
- Dinner Thursday, September 19, 2013, from 6-9pm. Artist optional. Community is invited to meet the artists, purchase food and beverage and enjoy live music.
- Friday, September 20, 2013, Artist Breakfast coffee and refreshment 7-9am at Village Center.
- FYI Artists – Event – Concurrently there will be a celebration at the Atwater Park bluff at the lakefront celebrating community and the Plensa sculpture’s third anniversary from 8-10am (Exact Time TBD). Artists not required to attend – but you may paint the event or if you are located there for painting, please enjoy the free coffee and refreshment there as well.
- Friday, September 20, 2013: Artwork Deadline: All Artwork must be checked back in to the Village Center, 3920 N Murray, Shorewood, by 5:00p.m. Maximum submission is Two Canvases, Framed, Ready to Hang with wire backing.
- Artist provides Two Prices with each piece: Buy It Now price and Starting Bid for Silent Auction.
- Pieces from the Two-Day Paint will be hung on Friday Night and displayed Saturday throughout the day with the Buy it Now price and Silent Auction Bid Sheets displayed. Location of the Exhibition is upstairs from the Village Center in the Shorewood Public Library, 3920 N. Murray Ave., Shorewood, WI 53211.
- Any work sold on Saturday, September 21, throughout the day must remain in place with sold indicator until Jurying has finished and Awards Ceremony is completed.
- Jurying will take place on Saturday from 4-6pm, with the Awards Ceremony at 6pm.
- Saturday, September 21, 2013, Quick Paint Check-in at Village Center, 3920 N Murray, Shorewood, 10am-12noon. Work Must return within two and a half hours. Absolutely All work due by 2:30pm.
- Jurying: Jurying of all work will occur on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 4-6pm. All Awards will be presented on Saturday night at 6pm, Shorewood Public Library, 3920 N Murray Ave, Shorewood, Wis. The Gala and Exhibition will immediately follow the Awards Ceremony. All work must be picked up prior to the end of the sale, by 10pm.
- Prize Descriptions:
- Prizes Awarded to Artists –Two-Day Paint: Best of Show $2,000, First Place $1,000 from Lighthorse 4041 Mandel Group, Second Place $750, Third Place $500 from Wired Properties, and People’s Choice $500 sponsored by Kimberly K. Designs, Spirit of Shorewood Award $300 sponsored by Shorewood Men’s Club. Quick Paint: Top prize $1,000, Spirit of Shorewood Award $300 sponsored by Shorewood Men’s Club; other prizes to be announced.
Size Requirements: Maximum completed canvas size is under discussion, with the goal of framed pieces not to exceed 16″x20″ horizontal or 20″x16″ vertical due to size limitations.
Canvas Stamping Requirements: Unlimited.
Replacement of Pieces: Because the jurying takes place immediately prior to the gala exhibition and sale of the work, it will not be possible during this short plein air experience to replace work. Sold work will remain in place until the gala. The Village of Shorewood will be responsible for the sale of the artwork because Plein Air Shorewood was created to support public arts programming in the Village. The commission to the Village will be 35%, with 65% to the artist.
Any unsold work will be picked up by the artist or the buyer following the Gala on September 21, 2013, or per negotiated $25 per piece storage fee with the Village of Shorewood.
List of requested paintings: some residents and businesses may request a painting of home/storefront. That list will be posted for artists here and under its own tab on this website. Please check back here if interested in this list.
Contact the Committee with any questions:Jenny Heyden, Patricia Algiers, Don Berg: info@pleinairshorewood.com
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Wisconsin Pastel Artists upcoming Fall Exhibit - Summer Wrap-Up, Fall Ahead 8/23 - 10/3/13
from: Ray McInerny <rayjean48@att.net>
Wisconsin Pastel Artists:
We have an exciting exhibit coming soon for our members. It will be held from August 23rd through October 3, 2013. Our exhibit will be at the ART BAR 722 East Burleigh Street, Milwaukee, 53212.
The ART BAR is owned and operated by a professional,
working artist who knows his craft and your works will more secure here
than in many galleries.
However, only dues paying
members of Wisconsin Pastel Artists are eligible to exhibit (as is the
case in all exhibits) so we're asking you to make a special effort to
submit your 2013 dues and become a participant in this Fall Exhibit. A
variety of artworks shown from the majority of our members creates a
vibrant and interesting exhibit.
We'd really like
all of you to join us again this year by becoming a dues paying member
and gaining eligibility for this exhibit called: "Summer Wrap-Up, Fall
Ahead." This will be our last exhibit for the year 2013. Please join us,
won't you?
A complete notice of this exhibit will be sent soon
with all the particulars you'll need to enter. The Exhibit deadline for
entry is July 23rd and the drop-off date at the ART BAR is August 18, 2013.
You can keep your membership alive by sending $25.00 dues to the WPA Treasurer.
Wisconsin Pastel Artists Treasurer
Ray McInerny Sr.,
Milwaukee Sketch Club at Sail Loft on Erie Plaza near Lakeshore Park
The address listed for Lakeshore State Park was 500 N Harbor Drive by that is actually near Discover World off of Michigan Ave and East of Lake Shore Drive.
This park is located off Erie Drive in the 3rd Ward. Probably be best to key in the Sail Loft Spirits and Dining restaurant to find out where to go.
Also near part of Hank Aaron Trail. Wasn't crowded on a weeknight but I bet on the weekends, holidays and festivals like Summerfest, that there would be lots of people. Free parking still available this year along the road all the way into and in Lakeshore Park.
Lots of boats but traveling too fast to paint. Could sketch them though. Can take your boat to this restaurant. Water, park, and urban scenery. People to sketch. Old buildings with new balconies. Can see Allen Bradley clock tower. Near Hoan Bridge.
This park is located off Erie Drive in the 3rd Ward. Probably be best to key in the Sail Loft Spirits and Dining restaurant to find out where to go.
Also near part of Hank Aaron Trail. Wasn't crowded on a weeknight but I bet on the weekends, holidays and festivals like Summerfest, that there would be lots of people. Free parking still available this year along the road all the way into and in Lakeshore Park.
Lots of boats but traveling too fast to paint. Could sketch them though. Can take your boat to this restaurant. Water, park, and urban scenery. People to sketch. Old buildings with new balconies. Can see Allen Bradley clock tower. Near Hoan Bridge.
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
How did you get started Plein Air Painting?
Hi, Is anyone interested in sharing how they got started Plein Air Painting? If you are, please feel free to send me an email at msc1922@gmail.com
Thanks, Kathy
p.s. Here's some questions that I came up. However, feel free to answer whatever ones you like or make up your own.
How did you get started painting on location?
What made you start painting on location?
Why do you paint on location?
Suggestions for painting on location?
Funny Stories?
How do you know where to paint?
How do you pick what to paint?
What do you bring?
General approach or technique?
Other comments?
Thanks, Kathy
p.s. Here's some questions that I came up. However, feel free to answer whatever ones you like or make up your own.
How did you get started painting on location?
What made you start painting on location?
Why do you paint on location?
Suggestions for painting on location?
Funny Stories?
How do you know where to paint?
How do you pick what to paint?
What do you bring?
General approach or technique?
Other comments?
Some links to newsletters
Art Milwaukee
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Plein Air today Newsletter
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Richeson 75
from:
The finalists will be invited to send their entered work(s) to the Richeson Gallery for the exhibit Sept. 16-Oct. 25th. Finalist works must be present in the gallery exhibit to be eligible for awards. Awards for this competition will be judged from the submitted digital images. The awards juror for the Richeson75 Figure/Portrait 2013 competition will be Mr. David Cheifetz.
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Plein Air today Newsletter
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Richeson 75
from:
This is a reminder that the entry deadline for the Richeson75 Figure/Portrait 2013 competition is FRIDAY, JULY 19.
Click here to enter online. |
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"Halcyon" by Awrads Juror
David Cheifetz
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The finalists will be invited to send their entered work(s) to the Richeson Gallery for the exhibit Sept. 16-Oct. 25th. Finalist works must be present in the gallery exhibit to be eligible for awards. Awards for this competition will be judged from the submitted digital images. The awards juror for the Richeson75 Figure/Portrait 2013 competition will be Mr. David Cheifetz.
His work has been featured in Pratique des
Arts, Artists on Art, Artist's Magazine, Southwest Art, American Art
Collector and Western Art Collector. David attended Schuler School of
Fine Arts in Baltimore and lives in Palo Alto, CA. He has garnered many
accolades and top awards for his artwork and offers a weekly newsletter
showcasing his painting process. Check out David's website by clicking here. Some of his figure/portrait work is shown below.
Upcoming Entry
Deadlines
Exhibit dates
Sept. 16-Oct 25, 2013
Deadlines
RIcheson75 Figure/Portrait
2013
Entry Deadline July 19, 2013Exhibit dates
Sept. 16-Oct 25, 2013
RIcheson75 ONLINE
Animals, Birds & WIldlife
2013
Entry Deadline Sept. 27, 2013
Online exhibit opens Dec. 6
Get prospectus' and enter online at http://www.richeson75.com/
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Richfield Fine Arts & Plein Air Fair - July 27th
From: Richfield Art Fair <artfairrhs@gmail.com>
For
Richfield Art at the Mill, a fine arts and plein air event, the June
20, 2013, deadline for a discounted booth fee of $50 for exhibiting
artists is fast approaching. There is still booth space available for
this event. This beautiful park venue is perfect to display your works
of art as well as for plein air painters (historic buildings, bubbling
stream, wooded areas, view of famous Holy Hill.)
Richfield Art at the Mill (5th Annual)
July 27, 2013
Richfield Historical Park
Richfield, WI - Washington County
- discounted booth fee $50 (before 6/20/2013); $60 after that date
- low jury fee - $10
- ample space between booths
- free coffee/pastries during setup
- help during setup/takedown if requested
- discount on food
- booth reliever
- tickets for historic buildings tour
- fliers available for distribution
The quota for jewelry artists has been filled. I apologize that no additional jewelry applications will be accepted.
Plein air artist fee is $10.
Guidelines and Application Forms for exhibiting artists and
plein air participants are on our website: www.If you have questions, feel free to contact me.
Lois Hessenauer
artfairrhs@gmail.com262-628-2841
Richfield Historical Society
Monday, July 15, 2013
How I got started Plein Air Painting by Al
Heard of my first plein air event on Downer Av in Milwaukee from fellow artists Dan Stauff and Bridgette Wolfe.
It was an enjoyable experience participating and meeting other community artists. Having no interest in winning anything or even selling. Two of my paintings sold and left me feeling good that someone would care to have my work. After that more events came along and I even won a prize in one event and was accepted in Watercolor Wisconsin at the Wustum in Racine.
Painting on location is enjoyable to be outside on site and having some time to yourself.
Presently I paint almost weekly with other plein air artists.
As for subjects, I like things that make a good composition and mostly like architectural things and statues or garden gates and trellises.
It was an enjoyable experience participating and meeting other community artists. Having no interest in winning anything or even selling. Two of my paintings sold and left me feeling good that someone would care to have my work. After that more events came along and I even won a prize in one event and was accepted in Watercolor Wisconsin at the Wustum in Racine.
Painting on location is enjoyable to be outside on site and having some time to yourself.
Presently I paint almost weekly with other plein air artists.
As for subjects, I like things that make a good composition and mostly like architectural things and statues or garden gates and trellises.
Third Ward Plein Air Event - registration due today 7/15/13
The third ward plein air event is the 23 through the 26th - July. Here is the link for the application.
Nancy O'Keefe would like to be notified by the 15th - that's tomorrow.
The way it reads is that you turn it the application when you sign in
but read it for your self. Lots of bigger names will be in Door County.
Below is Nancy's email address.
Amy
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Schedule for July Painting & Drawing Classes at James Hempel Fine Arts Studio
Painting/Drawing Classes at James Hempel Fine Art Studio July:
4 Tuesdays:July 16, 23, 30, August 6
10AM-12:30PM
4 Wednesdays:July 10, 17, 24, 31
10AM-12:30PM
4 Saturdays:July 13, 20, 27, August 3
10AM-12:30PM
Fee is $120 per 4 class session. Prorate to $30/class if you are unable to attend entire session. If you need to miss a class in a paid session you can make it up any other class time or carry it over into the next session.
My classes offer individual mentoring in media of your choice across a broad range of traditional drawing and painting techniques in a supportive group setting.
I offer a one hour complementary painting or drawing demonstration in various media for enrolled students before each of my classes from 9AM - 10AM.
Please contact me if you have any additional questions about classes, my instruction style, any needed artist materials or for directions to my studio.
Hope you can join us soon!
Best Regards,
-James Hempel
James Hempel
James Hempel Fine Arts Studio
jwhempel@hotmail.com www.JamesHempel.com
Door County Plein Air Festival
Tickets on Sale Now for the 2013 Door County Plein Air Festival
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MSC Tuesday Evening Plein Air 7/15/13
from Al:
Plein air for Tuesday July 16 5:30 pm will be at 500 N Harbor Dr
Plein air for Tuesday July 16 5:30 pm will be at 500 N Harbor Dr
WIPAPA: Friday August 2nd: Plein Air painting Event
WIPAPA: Friday August 2nd: Plein Air painting at the 3rd Annual Urban Island Beach Party Fundraiser at Lakeshore State Park.
Hey Peeps..this could be fun! You must register!
Location: Lakeshore State Park (Island off of the coast of Summerfest and Discover World)
Date: August 2nd
Time: 4-11pm (painting session from 4-8pm or later if the artist chooses)
Time: 4-11pm (painting session from 4-8pm or later if the artist chooses)
Cost: Free
Sales: The artist handles the transaction no commission will be taken
Load in: Artists can drive on the island and unload. They must park off the island after loading.
Website: www.urbanislandparty.com
Expected Event Attendance: 5,000 over the course of 4pm to 11pm. A majority coming later.
Beverages: Artists that participate will receive 2 free beverages (Beer, Soda or Water)
Directions: http://www.urbanislandparty.com/directions.html
Please confirm attendance with Ashley at AshleyB@artmilwaukee.com