The art center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue. Call Margaret at 970-586-4816 for more information.
You can see some of Margaret's work at the Grand Lake Art Gallery.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
A New Oil Painting Class
Margaret Jensen will be offering an oil painting workshop at the Estes Park Art Center on April 21-23 from 9:30am to 3:30pm with a one hour lunch break. The class is limited to 10 people and the cost is $170.
The art center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue. Call Margaret at 970-586-4816 for more information.
You can see some of Margaret's work at the Grand Lake Art Gallery.
The art center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue. Call Margaret at 970-586-4816 for more information.
You can see some of Margaret's work at the Grand Lake Art Gallery.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Gathering Reminder
Don't forget this Thursday, the 26th is our next get-together at Caroline's Cuisine from 5:30-7:30pm. A few people have expressed a desire to create their own blog, so I'll walk any interested parties through the steps. If you want to give it a try, bring your laptop and some images of your work that are saved on your hard drive or cd. Please join us even if you're not going to create a blog - I'm sure there will be many people who just want to get together.
The 36th annual Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair is scheduled for July 25-26. The Alpine ArtAffair committee would like to encourage more local artist involvement and is considering this year having a special "locals" area that would feature local artists/interests. This area could feature artists sharing booths, possibly a "large" tent area with multiple artists, and single booths--perhaps all at reduced fees.
If there is interest shown by local artists the Alpine ArtAffair committee will pursue this avenue further. Please visit the Alpine ArtAffair website at http://www.alpineartaffair.com or email alpineartaffair@yahoo.com. Applications may be downloaded from the website and are due April 30.
Corinne Lively would like to remind everyone there are still a lot of art supplies at 40% off. She has quite a few brushes, pastels, crayon pastel pencils, and oil paints left. She'd like to close the store with no inventory, so please stop by Streamside Art in Granby and check it out.
I hope to see you Thursday!
The 36th annual Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair is scheduled for July 25-26. The Alpine ArtAffair committee would like to encourage more local artist involvement and is considering this year having a special "locals" area that would feature local artists/interests. This area could feature artists sharing booths, possibly a "large" tent area with multiple artists, and single booths--perhaps all at reduced fees.
If there is interest shown by local artists the Alpine ArtAffair committee will pursue this avenue further. Please visit the Alpine ArtAffair website at http://www.alpineartaffair.com or email alpineartaffair@yahoo.com. Applications may be downloaded from the website and are due April 30.
Corinne Lively would like to remind everyone there are still a lot of art supplies at 40% off. She has quite a few brushes, pastels, crayon pastel pencils, and oil paints left. She'd like to close the store with no inventory, so please stop by Streamside Art in Granby and check it out.
I hope to see you Thursday!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Drawing Class at ASLD
The Arts Student League of Denver is offering a drawing class with Daniel Sprick. His work is incredible:
Click here to see his website. Here is some more info on his working style.
From the League:
Daniel Sprick’s paintings transcend easy categorization. His work is celebrated by both traditional and contemporary art enthusiasts. He melds exceptional technique with insight, passion and meaning. His paintings call to mind the perfection of earlier Northern European masters such as Vermeer. Just as Vermeer limited his world view to his home, Sprick’s paintings are set in his studio. His subjects are firmly grounded in life in the 21st century, yet hint of a metaphysical complexity beyond what we see. An apple, a seashell, and a human skull are each presented with an intellectual rigor that is balanced by a sensuality of touch and presence that is riveting and magical.
“I can’t really articulate it but it’s everything that I experience: it’s my mental state; it’s my desire for perfection to the extent that I can reach it; it is my pride in craftsmanship.”
Drawing Demonstration
Ability: All Levels (40 students max.)
Saturday, May 16 from 9am - noon
$35 members, $50 non-members
Drawing or Painting from the Model and Individual Critique
Ability: All Levels (15 students max.)
Saturday, May 16 from 1-4pm
Sunday, May 17 from 9am-4pm
$150 for members, $200 for non-members (includes membership)
Call 303-778-6990 ext. 100 to register
Click here to see his website. Here is some more info on his working style.
From the League:
Daniel Sprick’s paintings transcend easy categorization. His work is celebrated by both traditional and contemporary art enthusiasts. He melds exceptional technique with insight, passion and meaning. His paintings call to mind the perfection of earlier Northern European masters such as Vermeer. Just as Vermeer limited his world view to his home, Sprick’s paintings are set in his studio. His subjects are firmly grounded in life in the 21st century, yet hint of a metaphysical complexity beyond what we see. An apple, a seashell, and a human skull are each presented with an intellectual rigor that is balanced by a sensuality of touch and presence that is riveting and magical.
“I can’t really articulate it but it’s everything that I experience: it’s my mental state; it’s my desire for perfection to the extent that I can reach it; it is my pride in craftsmanship.”
Drawing Demonstration
Ability: All Levels (40 students max.)
Saturday, May 16 from 9am - noon
$35 members, $50 non-members
Drawing or Painting from the Model and Individual Critique
Ability: All Levels (15 students max.)
Saturday, May 16 from 1-4pm
Sunday, May 17 from 9am-4pm
$150 for members, $200 for non-members (includes membership)
Call 303-778-6990 ext. 100 to register
Granby Banner Contest
Wanted:
Your Artwork Depicting
“Life in
To be Displayed as Banners in Downtown Granby
Contest Details:
Four Categories
Spring Summer Fall Winter
You can enter in any or all categories
Four age groups
Elementary Middle School High School Adult
Entries accepted from March 16-May15, 2009
Any media
Size: Min. 5”x8”, Max 9”x11”
Drop off entries at the Granby Chamber office
Artwork must be “ready to hang”
Artwork will be displayed at the
Winning artwork will be printed as a banner
Winning artwork will be auctioned off at a fund-raiser and the money will be split between Main Street
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
See Bruce Janssen's work at Circle H
This Thursday, March 19th, Bruce will have his beautiful photography on display at Circle H.
"Kansas Storm"
If you've never seen his work, you don't want to miss this show; his photography is unique.
"Orchard Snow Trees"
Click here to view more work on his website.
The musical entertainment will be provided by Claddagh, one of the better Irish bands around.
The doors open at 5 and the band plays from 6:30-8:00. Cost is $5 for adults and $2 for students. Bruce's work will be on display through Sunday.
"Kansas Storm"
"Orchard Snow Trees"The musical entertainment will be provided by Claddagh, one of the better Irish bands around.
The doors open at 5 and the band plays from 6:30-8:00. Cost is $5 for adults and $2 for students. Bruce's work will be on display through Sunday.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Grand Arts Council is looking for donations
The Grand Arts Council is having their grand opening bash this Saturday, the 21st and are looking for local artists to donate work for their silent auction. Contact Adrea Cox at 627-8001, andrea@rkymtnhi.com or Cathy Walton Smith at 531-3055, waltonsmith@rkymtnhi.com. They'd like to feature all local artists for their silent auction.
Festivities begin at 6:30 pm with facility tours, silent auction, door prizes, food, libations, and a free concert by Kort McCumber, a musician from the Front Range. His live performances are described as "An original Americana Hootenanny!" on his website. It should be a great evening - he was named one of Colorado's finest songwriters by the "Daily Camera" in 2008.
Festivities begin at 6:30 pm with facility tours, silent auction, door prizes, food, libations, and a free concert by Kort McCumber, a musician from the Front Range. His live performances are described as "An original Americana Hootenanny!" on his website. It should be a great evening - he was named one of Colorado's finest songwriters by the "Daily Camera" in 2008.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
A Drawing Class for Painters...
...is being offered by Donna Lyons. She sent the following:
A strong drawing is the backbone of a good painting. Spring is a great time to brush up on your drawing skills to make your paintings stronger and better! Practice your drawing skills and try something new! Perhaps a change in viewpoint? A new surface? A different size? Need help with perspective? In this class you will learn how to see, identify and describe (draw) shapes with brush and ink and other drawing tools.
Relationships of shapes, values and perspective in painting, which determine the strength or weakness of the composition in your work, will be discussed and explored.
With plenty of practice time, you will become proficient in drawing and experimenting with edges, shapes,values, composition and design. You will go home with confidence to get started on that next painting.
Students will work with a variety of formats and sizes of paper. You will work with your favorite subject matter. Concerns about use of color are eliminated with this class, as all our work will be done with pencil, charcoal, pen, ink and brush.
MATERIALS:
Several sizes and types of drawing paper, your choice, as big as you wish, but nothing smaller than 8”x10”. Make certain you bring a variety of surfaces: slick, rough, tracing paper, manilla, copy paper, newsprint, etc. (Try something new to you.)
A soft watercolor brush for painting with ink, size 8 Round.
One bottle of India Ink, black.
Drawing stylus, with size medium pen point.
Drawing tools: charcoal, drawing pencils--hard, soft, medium; Pilot Precise ink pen if you wish (not to be used as a substitute for India ink and stylus).
Photos of your favorite subject matter--landscapes, still life or portraits.
As no materials will be supplied for this class, you must bring your own and be prepared on the first morning. Call Donna Lyons, 627-8523, to reserve your place in the class. Class fee is due and payable on March 27.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Lyons
DATES: March 27 and April 3, 2009 (Fridays)
TIME: 9:00 AM- 12:00 Noon
PLACE: Grand Lake Elementary School
COST: $50.00 for two sessions
A strong drawing is the backbone of a good painting. Spring is a great time to brush up on your drawing skills to make your paintings stronger and better! Practice your drawing skills and try something new! Perhaps a change in viewpoint? A new surface? A different size? Need help with perspective? In this class you will learn how to see, identify and describe (draw) shapes with brush and ink and other drawing tools.
Relationships of shapes, values and perspective in painting, which determine the strength or weakness of the composition in your work, will be discussed and explored.
With plenty of practice time, you will become proficient in drawing and experimenting with edges, shapes,values, composition and design. You will go home with confidence to get started on that next painting.
Students will work with a variety of formats and sizes of paper. You will work with your favorite subject matter. Concerns about use of color are eliminated with this class, as all our work will be done with pencil, charcoal, pen, ink and brush.
MATERIALS:
Several sizes and types of drawing paper, your choice, as big as you wish, but nothing smaller than 8”x10”. Make certain you bring a variety of surfaces: slick, rough, tracing paper, manilla, copy paper, newsprint, etc. (Try something new to you.)
A soft watercolor brush for painting with ink, size 8 Round.
One bottle of India Ink, black.
Drawing stylus, with size medium pen point.
Drawing tools: charcoal, drawing pencils--hard, soft, medium; Pilot Precise ink pen if you wish (not to be used as a substitute for India ink and stylus).
Photos of your favorite subject matter--landscapes, still life or portraits.
As no materials will be supplied for this class, you must bring your own and be prepared on the first morning. Call Donna Lyons, 627-8523, to reserve your place in the class. Class fee is due and payable on March 27.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Lyons
DATES: March 27 and April 3, 2009 (Fridays)
TIME: 9:00 AM- 12:00 Noon
PLACE: Grand Lake Elementary School
COST: $50.00 for two sessions
Last week for framing orders at Streamside Art
How time flies! This is it - the last week to place a framing order at Streamside.
Several artists have told me they would feel like "vultures" if they went in and bought the discounted merchandise. As sad as it is to see them going out of business, I know Corinne would really like to close up with no inventory left on her shelves.
You'll be helping her out - go in and check out what's left. They're selling everything, not just art supplies - shelving, equipment, you name it, it's got to go.
Several artists have told me they would feel like "vultures" if they went in and bought the discounted merchandise. As sad as it is to see them going out of business, I know Corinne would really like to close up with no inventory left on her shelves.
You'll be helping her out - go in and check out what's left. They're selling everything, not just art supplies - shelving, equipment, you name it, it's got to go.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Art & Visual Entertainment Night at Circle H
This Thursday, the 12th, you can enjoy Rob Morris' stained glass artwork and music by the Highway 40 Band at the Circle H Lodge, 6732 Hwy. 34 on Lake Granby.
Starting this week there are new hours - doors open at 5pm and the musical entertainment is from 6:30-8:00. Rob's stained glass will be on display through Sunday. The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for students.
These events are a lot of fun - don't miss out!
For more information on upcoming "AVE" nights click here.
The Hilton's are having a "Name our New Bar and Lounge Contest". You can enter here.
If you have any questions or are interested in having your artwork displayed, call April at 531-1267 or email her at glass@rkymtnhi.com.
Starting this week there are new hours - doors open at 5pm and the musical entertainment is from 6:30-8:00. Rob's stained glass will be on display through Sunday. The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for students.
These events are a lot of fun - don't miss out!
For more information on upcoming "AVE" nights click here.
The Hilton's are having a "Name our New Bar and Lounge Contest". You can enter here.
If you have any questions or are interested in having your artwork displayed, call April at 531-1267 or email her at glass@rkymtnhi.com.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
New classes at the Arvada Center
I received the new Arvada Center class schedule last week. I find a class outside of Grand County this time of year is the perfect antidote to cabin fever. If you're a painter, there are five different one day classes on various Saturdays. Here's a link to their site: http://arvadacenter.org. Even though cabin fever isn't much of an issue this year considering the warm weather, it's still a nice way to get your creative juices flowing and meet new people.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Congratulations Mark Abusamra!
How cool to get your photograph on the cover of the "Names and Numbers" phone book two years in a row. Check out the new 2009 cover photo of an eagle in aspen trees.
Mark is probably most known for this photo:
His six moose got in the "Creative Capitol" show and is now hanging at DIA. It will be at the airport until June 1st when it will be moved to the state capitol building where it will hang until September 1st.
More of Mark's work can be seen at the Grand Lake Art Gallery.
Mark is probably most known for this photo:
His six moose got in the "Creative Capitol" show and is now hanging at DIA. It will be at the airport until June 1st when it will be moved to the state capitol building where it will hang until September 1st. More of Mark's work can be seen at the Grand Lake Art Gallery.
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