Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Indoor "Urban Sketching" at Mayfair Mall, 9am Thursday morning 1/31/13

Hi, We had such a good time sketching at Brookfield Squares Food Court last week that we decided to head over to Mayfair Mall Food Court, 2500 N Mayfair Rd  Wauwatosa, WI 53226
K

Monday, January 28, 2013

February Painting & Drawing Class Schedule at James Hempel Fine Art Studio

from: James Hempel, jwhempel@hotmail.com

February Schedule of Painting and Drawing Classes at James Hempel Fine Art Studio


3 Tuesdays:

February  5th,  12th,  26th  (no class Feb. 19)                             10AM-12:30PM

4 Wednesdays:

January  30th,  February  6th,  13th,  27th  (no class Feb 20)      10AM-12:30PM

3 Saturdays:

February  2nd,  9th,  March 2nd  (no class Feb. 16th & 23)       10AM-12:30PM

Class fee is $30 per class, $120/4 class monthly session, $90/3 class monthly session. You can make up missed classes at any other scheduled weekly class meeting or carry it into the next session of classes.
 
Classes provide individual mentoring in broad range of traditional drawing and painting techniques in a supportive group setting.

I offer
additional painting and drawing demonstrations in various media for all enrolled students before my classes from 9AM- 10AM.

Please contact me if you have any additional questions about classes, my instruction, materials or directions.

I hope you can join our studio group soon!
Best Regards,
-James



James Hempel
James Hempel Fine Arts Studio
Milwaukee, WI 53204
www.JamesHempel.com
 

Sunday, January 27, 2013

Plein Air Magazine Newsletter 1/23/2013

January 23, 2013

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  "Sunflowers and Gladiolus," by Jim McVicker, oil, 36 x 30 in. First Place winner
 Awards

 "Beauty and Beast," by Dave Santillanes, oil, 15 x 30 in. Second Place winner
PleinAir Salon Winners Announced
Another influential art expert judged the bimonthly entries in the PleinAir Salon competition (www.pleinairsalon.com). He picked award winners and offered comments that can help every artist. [read more]


  News:  

James Gurney painting in the Grand Canyon
Keynote Address by James Gurney
He writes one of the most popular blogs for artists, he created the Dinotopia phenomenon, he's written informative books for artists, and he is a dedicated plein air painter. Now you will have a chance to meet James Gurney and listen to his keynote address at the Plein Air Convention & Expo in Monterey, California (www.pleinairconvention.com). [read more]


"Self-Portrait," by Ignat Ignatov
Young Painter to be Artist-in-Residence
One of the hottest young artists in California will work with students and community members as an artist-in-residence from February 1 through March 2 at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California. [read more]


  Tips: 

Guido Frick
Demos From Master Artists: Guido Frick
We just started a series of painting demonstrations by the master artists who will be sharing their ideas and inspiration during the Plein Air Convention & Expo, in Monterey, California from April 10-14, 2013 (www.pleinairconvention.com). This week we asked Guido Frick what he believes are the most important aspects of painting. [read more]

Becky Joy
Demos From Master Artists: Becky Joy
We asked Arizona artist Becky Joy to talk about her luscious, emotionally charged paintings and the way she uses brushes and palette knives to add important textures, as she will be doing at the Plein Air Convention & Expo (www.pleinairconvention.com). [read more]


  Exhibits: 

"Isabella Stewart Gardner in Venice," by Anders Zorn (1860-1920), 1894, oil. Collection Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston, MA
Rare Show of Anders Zorn Paintings & Drawings
The first international loan exhibition and catalog in more than 25 years dedicated to one of our favorite artists, Anders Zorn (1860-1920), is about to open in Boston. [read more]




Roger Dale Brown
Roger Dale Brown Featured in Upcoming Shows
One of the rising stars in the community of plein air painters is Tennessee artist Roger Dale Brown, who is about to exhibit paintings in several locations. [read more]



The studio of Thomas Cole in Catskill, New York
Albert Bierstadt in Thomas Cole's Home & Studio
Although he is best known for paintings of the American West, Albert Bierstadt (1830-1902) often painted landscapes in New York and throughout New England. Some of those will soon be displayed in the home and studio of Thomas Cole (1801-1848). [read more]



Saturday, January 26, 2013

Seeking Symmetry from Peninsula Pulse

Seeking Symmetry 
Matthew James Smith exhibits at Base Camp Coffee Bar 
By Sally Slattery
Matthew James Smith sips a chai not far from the fire in Base Camp Coffee Bar, turning his gaze from one black and white photograph on the wall to the next - haunting, mesmerizing, and remarkably symmetrical images of various landscapes, buildings, and objects.

Many of the photographs on display were snapped in Door County - though they are not your typical sunsets, well-known landmarks, or cherry trees. "A lot of these are from a couple miles away," says Smith, who currently resides in Ellison Bay. "I love it up here, but I'm running out of locations to shoot."

wagon wheel
"Ellison Bay, Wisconsin 2011" by Matthew James Smith
 

Friday, January 25, 2013

Irene Angeles classes

From: Irene Angeles

Hello Everyone!

My name is Irene Angeles and I am a member of the group. I give classes at
Alverno College and through the Pewaukee Park and Rec in various painting
and drawing topics, including the figure. I have a BFA from UWM in Painting
and Drawing and I love teaching! You will find me to be warm, encouraging,
and highly informative in my approach, if you would like to try out a class
or two. Here are the offerings this semester:

Figure Drawing, South Park in Pewaukee (please contact Monica at
262-691-7275 to register)
Six Thursdays, Feb. 7-Mar. 14
6-8:30pm ($148 plus $36 for the model)

Figure Painting in Watercolor, South Park in Pewaukee (please contact Monica
at 262-691-7275 to register)
Six Thursdays, Mar. 21-April 25
6-8:30pm ($148 plus $36 for the model)

Open Studio, South Park in Pewaukee (please contact Monica at 262-691-7275
to register)
Seven Thursdays, May 2-June 13
6-8:30pm ($148)

Open Studio, Alverno College (please contact Laura at 414-382-6177 to
register)
Session 1: Six Tuesdays, Feb. 19-March 26
Session 2: Six Tuesdays, April 9-May 14
6:30-9:30pm ($90 each session)
There is no formal instruction in this Open Studio,  but I am happy to help
with whatever you are working on as need arises.

Drawing the Human Figure, Alverno College (please contact Laura at
414-382-6177 to register)
Six Wednesdays, April 10-May 15
6:30-9:30pm ($150)

Thanks!!! I look forward to seeing some of you in class!

Warm regards,
Irene Angeles

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Invitation to Exhibit at Fine Arts Fair

From: Richfield Art Fair <artfairrhs@gmail.com>
 
Are you setting up your 2013 art fair schedule?  If you still have July 27 open, please consider applying for Art at the Mill.

5th Annual Art at the Mill
July 27, 2013
Richfield Historical Park
Richfield, WI - Washington County

This fine arts and plein air fair is held in a beautiful, natural wooded park. The park contains an historic grist mill and other log/frame buildings which are open for tours during the fair giving an added incentive to attendees. For the past four years, there has been a nice variety of exhibiting artists. Surveys submitted by 2012 artists indicated most planned to return in 2013. Work is being done to establish contacts beyond the surrounding communities to encourage making the fair a ‘destination’ – visit the fair for half a day and another nearby attraction for the other half. Additional advertising is being planned. Our goal is to ‘grow’ this already successful fair with increased attendance and number of exhibiting fine arts artists.

The amenities of this fine arts and plein air fair are:
  • ample space between booths
  • discounted booth fee $50 (before 6/20/2013); $60 after that date
  • low jury fee - $10
  • free coffee/pastries during setup
  • help during setup/takedown if requested
  • discount on food
  • booth reliever
  • tickets for historic buildings tour
  • fliers available for advertising
The number of jewelry exhibitors will be limited this year and will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is still space for two jewelry exhibitors.
 
Attached are the Guidelines and Application Form. These documents are also on our website.
 
If you have questions, feel free to contact me.

Lois Hessenauer
Richfield Historical Society
 
 

 
 

Art Milwaukee Newsletter 1/23/13

from: Art Milwaukee jeremy@artmilwaukee.com

Art Milwaukee... enriching, empowering, and inspiring the community through art

Hot off the MKE press
Updates from Art Milwaukee

ART MKE Displays Sydney HIH Letters in Skywalk

On January 18th, ART Milwaukee and the Creative Arts Council installed the previously rescued and restored Sydney HIH letters in a section of the Skywalk downtown.  Check them out now over Plankinton Avenue. Make a special trip down to view them at night- the installation features lighting, too!  Here's what our friends at OnMilwaukee.com had to say about our venture:      
                                                       
                                                                                      
Upcoming Art Milwaukee Events
Art Jamboree

Art Jamboree This Friday!
Friday,  January 25
7:00 - 11:00pm
Loyalty Building @ Historic Hilton Garden Inn

The first Art Jamboree of 2013 is here! Featuring: an act by Youngblood Theater Company, dance performances by both Danceworks and The Milwaukee Ballet, 4 live painters, galleries from 10 local artists... and that's just the beginning.

Check out who else will be there. 
 



InterACT
Friday, February 8th
7:00 - 10:00pm

InterACT: a unique, one-night event utilizing professional and independent theatre companies alike will take place in the Plankinton Arcade building of the Shops Of Grand Ave. Audiences will be invited to see, interact, and immerse themselves while each theatre company performs a different one-act play from ALL IN THE TIMING by David Ives.  A restored Mr. John Plankinton Statue and new fountain will also be on display to all attendees.   For one week only tickets are 2 for $15.

Tickets sell fast - get yours!
 
 
Other events to keep on your radar
January 25:          ART Milwaukee ART Jamboree! 
January 26:          Open Portfolio Review
January 27:          7th Annual Milwaukee Chili Bowl
January 28:          Fund Milwaukee Annual Meeting
January 31:          East Town Coffee Connections (Farm to Table Dining)
February 7:           Pints Before Pointe (Mention ART Milwaukee and get $15 off your ticket)
February 7-10:     Danceworks "Serendipity"
February 8:           InterACT
February 25:         Remarkable Milwaukee
 

Artist Opportunities
Piece of the Week

"Blow" 

 Piece of The Week

Artist: Stick Vega
Method: 
Gunpowder, fuses, and acrylic on wooden panel
Caught Our Eye

Attention ART Milwaukeeans!
Pints Before Pointe 

A Special Offer for ART Milwaukeeans Thursday, Feb 7th!!!  Hosted by Milwaukee Ballet Young Partners, this exclusive pre-performance event features hors d'oeuvres courtesy of the Intercontinental Hotel, cash bar and hot tunes from Radio Milwaukee's DJ JKash. This all-inclusive experience takes you straight from the reception to the show, all under one roof, and just for ART Milwaukeeans $20 Admittance to the happy hour and the show! (Normally $35) RSVP to Leslie Rivers at (414) 902-2102 or via email at lrivers@milwaukeeballet.org
Events to Keep on your Radar
Volunteer Opportunity
Memories in the Making, the art program of the Alzheimer's Association, gives individuals with Alzheimer's an opportunity to communicate through the creative process of painting watercolor. The paintings and the stories from this program give us a window into the rich lives of our artists, and serve as a tool for reconnecting with families. The Alzheimer's Association is always seeking artists who wish to volunteer their time to facilitate these painting sessions. All training, supplies and support are provided. For more information, contact: Nancy Armitage  narmitage@alz.org  800-272-3900



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