Hal Rammel: Artist in residence at Hames Nature Preserve

6/25/19
Hal Rammel is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust. Each artist has selected an OWLT preserve to spend time in and to engage with. To read more about the artist in residency program, click here.

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/hal-rammel-artist-in-residence-at-hames-nature-preserve/

Andrew Musil: Artist in residence at Cedarburg Environmental Study Area

7/5/19
Andrew Musil is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust. Each artist has selected an OWLT preserve to spend time in and to engage with. To read more about the artist in residency program, click here.

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/andrew-musil-artist-in-residence-at-cedarburg-environmental-study-area/

Milwaukee Sketch Club at Stage Coach Inn 5/22/20

Still practicing social distancing

Very pleasant. Sun came out as we were leaving.

Back on schedule. Going to Riverbend Park next to library in Waterford this upcoming Friday.

Nicole Shaver: Artist in residence at Forest Beach Migratory Preserve

7/22/19
Nicole Shaver is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust. Each artist has selected an OWLT preserve to spend time in and to engage with. To read more about the artist in residency program, click here.

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/nicole-shaver-artist-in-residence-at-forest-beach-migratory-preserve/

Wealth of Nature, Healing the waters: The art of Melanie Ariens

Artist Statement by Melanie Ariens

Take a moment and reflect on our tenuous relationship with water. All life depends on it, yet we often turn our backs to it; polluting it, trying to control it, destroying natural habitats and supporting businesses that want to commodify this shared necessity. In doing this we support a disconnect from nature and the very water that sustains us all.  One way to heal the world is to heal the waters. ..

...Melanie serves as Artist-in-Residence for the Milwaukee Water Commons, which uses art as an engagement tool to develop water leadership deep in the city...

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/healing-the-waters-the-art-of-melanie-ariens/

A Wealth of Nature Featured artist: The pastel painting of Colette Odya Smith

Artist’s statement by Colette Odya Smith:

It seems to me many mysteries and miracles are lying in plain sight, patiently awaiting discovery. Such things as a fallen leaf or the clouds reflected in a still pool call out to be seen and understood.  My heart knows there is more going on than simple appearance and so I feel compelled to respond and explore what lessons are there to be learned. This desire to see and understand more clearly has taken form in my paintings, moving them beyond simple depiction into expressions of what I glimpse beyond the physical.

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/featured-artist-the-pastel-painting-of-colette-odya-smith/

IAPS 36th Juried Exhibition Gallery Walkthrough

from: redweberiaps@gmail.com

Hello Artists,

Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sabrina Hill, President of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, to conduct a Virtual Gallery Walkthrough of the IAPS 36th Juried Exhibition.

The theme of the discussion was on the diversity of pastel and how the medium is being utilized in an array of expressive ways from traditional schools of representationalism to some very avant-garde/modern applications.

Thirty-six paintings in the exhibition were chosen and I hope that my observations prove to be insightful as we celebrate all things pastel. A list of the artists and painting titles can be found in the description of the YouTube video.

Please enjoy this video:
Gallery Walkthrough

Don't forget to view and/or purchase THE CATALOG, an expanded view of the 36th Juried Exhibition, which contains additional educational content.

Best,
Richard G. McKinley
President, International Association of Pastel Societies

Tori Tasch: Artist in residence at Schoofs Preserve

The Natural Realm presents Tori Tasch, who is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust, River Revitalization Foundation, Milwaukee Area Land Conservancy and the Western Great Lakes Bird and Bat Observatory. The mission of ARTservancy is to promote the visionary work of both the artists and conservationists. Each artist has selected a preserve to spend time in and to engage with.

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/tori-tasch-artist-in-residence-at-schoofs-preserve/

Lyn Rix is being featured in American Art Collector Magazine

from: lynn@lynnrix.com

Exciting News to share

A few weeks ago I received an email identified as coming from an editor of the national magazine American Art Collector. Of course I thought it was spam and ignored it for a few days. But before I deleted it, I did some investigating and it was actually ligit ! I called the editor and she invited me to be in the June issue of the magazine's " Artist Focus " section. I said yes and also decided to place an ad which allows me to have 20 of my paintings in their on-line gallery. The magazine hits the news stands in late May and can also be viewed on-line. www.americanartcolletor.com

I am incredibly honored and still can't figure out how they found me and why they asked me. I am thrilled and grateful . The spring and summer shows I was supposed to be in have been closed, cancelled or postponed. I guess it is time for me to go national ! I hope you are all staying healthy, safe and enjoying some creativity. Happy Summer !

https://www.lynnrix.com/

Devon Hugdahl: Artist in residence at Sauk Creek Nature Preserve

The Natural Realm presents Devon Hugdahl, who is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust, River Revitalization Foundation, Milwaukee Area Land Conservancy and the Western Great Lakes Bird and Bat Observatory. The mission of ARTservancy is to promote the visionary work of both the artists and conservationists. Each artist has selected a preserve to spend time in and to engage with.

see more at https://awealthofnature.org/devon-hugdahl-artist-in-residence-at-sauk-creek-nature-preserve/

Milwaukee Sketch Club practicing social distancing at Delafield Fish Hatchery 5/5/20

Sunny and got up to 70F by the time we left.
Reflections started out dark but time we left they were lighter.
We may be going out more than once a week whenever the weather is nice since a lot of events, even outside plein-airs have been canceled. It's easy to practice social distancing while painting.

Vicki Reed: Artist in Residence at Forest Beach Migratory Preserve

The Natural Realm presents Vicki Reed, who is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust, River Revitalization Foundation, Milwaukee Area Land Conservancy and the Western Great Lakes Bird and Bat Observatory. The mission of ARTservancy is to promote the visionary work of both the artists and conservationists. Each artist has selected a preserve to spend time in and to engage with.

see more at: https://awealthofnature.org/vicki-reed-artist-in-residence-at-forest-beach-migratory-preserve/

Fred Bell Now offering FREE Online Classes!

from: fred@fredbellpaintings.com

At home and missing painting or want to start something new?  I have been making videos for the Milwaukee Rec. Department and posting on Youtube.  In each video I show how I make a painting and post the photo on my website. Do a search for "Rec. at home" or go to:
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCN2sAnrbhsZcdtrc0VCAAVg

Fred Bell Mr. Bell is an internationally known artist and his work is impressionistic.  He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but as a young man ventured to the art colony in Provincetown, Massachusetts where he studied with Henry Hensche at the Cape School Of Art.  He studied with Hensche for six summer sessions and that approach to painting remains his most influential.  He also studied in New York City at the Art Students League and The New School.  He now paints in his studio in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. If you are interested in purchasing a piece of art from Fred Bell go to:   fredbellpaintings.com

I post a new work regularly on my website at fredbellpaintings.com  Facebook, facebook.com/fred.bell.33 Instagram, instagram.com/fredbellpaintings

Glenda Puhek: Artist in residence in the Milwaukee River Greenway

April 6, 2020  |  Topics: featured artist

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The Natural Realm presents Glenda Puhek, who is one of 12 artists participating in a year-long residency program called ARTservancy, a collaboration between Gallery 224 in Port Washington and the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust, River Revitalization Foundation, Milwaukee Area Land Conservancy and the Western Great Lakes Bird and Bat Observatory. The mission of ARTservancy is to promote the visionary work of both the artists and conservationists. Each artist has selected a preserve to spend time in and to engage with.

See more at https://awealthofnature.org/glenda-puhek-artist-in-residence-in-the-milwaukee-river-greenway/

Richfield Art At the Mill - Call for Artists

From: Richfield Art at the Mill <artfairrhs@gmail.com>

Richfield Art At the Mill
Saturday, July 25, 2020

 

Call for Artists

Are you looking for an outdoor art fair at which to exhibit? Art at the Mill is still scheduled to take place. You are invited to apply to exhibit at this juried art and fine craft fair held in beautiful Richfield Historical Park, Richfield, WI (Washington County). This is the 12th year for the event. If this event has to be cancelled, all of your fees will be refunded.

You will find this event to have:

• reasonable booth & jury fees 
• easy unload and reload arrangements
• ample space between booth spaces (this may be increased to help with social distancing)
• friendly, helpful staff
• free homemade pastry & coffee during setup

 Because we know the success of this event depends upon our exhibitors, we strive to advertise to the fullest extent of our ability to attract attendees. We use newspapers, fliers, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest), websites and signage to promote the fair.

For those who exhibited at this event in 2019, construction kept some visitors from navigating an 'unfriendly' road. That construction is completed and will not affect the 2020 Art at the Mill.

 

Click here for the link to the Guidelines and Application Form. You can also find the document on the Richfield Historical Society website: richfieldhistoricalsociety.org (Home Page, Left Side, Scroll Down.) 

 

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
 

Lois Hessenauer

artfairrhs@gmail.com

262-628-2841

Richfield Historical Society

richfieldhistoricalsociety.org

facebook.com/richfieldhistoricalsociety

Wisconsin Pastel Artists Online Exhibit May 25 - June 30

from: bonnbruch@yahoo.com.sg

WE invite YOU to browse our on-line art exhibit!!!
Beginning Monday May 25, 2020......Ending Tuesday June 30, 2020
[Percentage of all sales will be given to the Hunger Task Force]

https://www.wisconsinpastelartists.com
(no link on website yet)

Stage Coach Inn 5/3/20

Milwaukee Sketch Club practicing social distancing at Trimborn Farms 5/1/20

 Next week we're going to Fish Hatchery Building in Delafield instead of Stage Coach Inn