Justice. Online Juried Competition and Exhibition August 27 – September 12, 2020

Justice. Online Juried Competition and Exhibition August 27 – September 12, 2020

by | Aug 11, 2020 | Past Exhibitions

Justice Online Exhibit

Artwork can say what sometimes words cannot. During these difficult times, we have been inspired to look within ourselves, find ways to “speak out,” and express solidarity and compassion. Show us those emotions and what has empowered and inspired you to address social justice.

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Blue

FIRST PLACE
Angeli Zankel
24″ x 36″ – acrylic on canvas

Blue is my interpretation of police brutality in modern society. I am not honoring police officers but showing through an abstract form how some are corrupt and use their influence to distort reality.

Love Wins

Emma Weston*
7″ x 10″ – charcoal & acrylic paint

“There’s nothing wrong with you. There’s a lot wrong with the world” – Chris Colfer

Anchor Baby in the Third Dimension

Manny Villalobos
10.5″ x 14″ x 6.5″ – stoneware, high-fire glaze

The Anchor Baby is a representation of a mother sacrificing everything for her child, no mater what it takes.

Only Place to Rest

Janet Susin
12″ x 16″ – photograph

One of the great social injustice issues of our day. No one should have to sleep on the street.

Hearth Failure

Caito Stewart
18.5″ x 45.5″ x 3.5″ – ceramic

Grief over losses of homes and loved ones builds empathy and compassion for others.

Rightfulness

THIRD PLACE
Joan Stevens
13″ x 18″ – oil & collage

I painted this woman because I felt her expression embodied so many raw emotions. Disbelief, incredible sorrow, frustration, anger and fear.

Abstract Justice

Joan Stevens
18″ x 36″ – acrylic

Trying to tell a story with shapes, values and color. And in case you missed the message – I spelled it out.

Remembering the Taos Massacre

Barbara Spivak
20″ x 16″ – photograph

Guide and graveyard on the Taos Reservation.

Anchor Baby

Manny Villalobos
60.5″ x 40″ – acrylic on canvas

The Anchor Baby painting is a representation of a mother sacrificing everything for her child, no mater what it takes.

Black Lives Matter

Janet Susin
12″ x 16″ – photograph

4 years ago in Denver on a summer night advocates rallied for the same cause we face today.

Pride

SECOND PLACE
Alice Riordan
16″ x 11″ x 9″ – terra cotta sculpture

Inspired by a trip to Barbados where the local women worked so hard to provide for their families.

Unity is the Antidote

Sophie Raimondo
80 x 120 x 6 – painting

“The virus of thinking about an alternate society, a society beyond nation-state, a society that actualizes itself in the forms of global solidarity and cooperation.”- Slavoj Zizek

Best Friends

Randi Benum Roernes
30″ x 40″ – oil on canvas

Watching young children play and seeing that color does not matter.

Supreme Court Justice-School Desegregation and Interracial Marriage

Barbara Spivak
20″ x 16″ – photograph

Air

Kaoru Shibuta
46 x 54 cm – acrylic on canvas

No More Stolen Sisters

Emma Weston*
5.875” x 5.875” – oil

Native American women are disappearing. These horrific events are not making the news.

Pillars of Justice

Barbara Silbert
18″ x 14″ – pastel

I paired John Lewis with Judge Ginsburg, both avatars of justice in our society.

Say Their Names Valley Stream NY

Susan Silkowitz
20″ x 16″ – digital photography

A sleeping child wears a hat bearing tribute to those whose lives were lost at the hands of police.

The Color Blind Revolution

Sophie Raimondo
100 x 200 cm – painting

This pandemic is the beginning of a new area of social conscience, for the first time a small group of people started to think ”I stay home to protect the other people”.

Interfaith Memorial Service for Haiti

Anny Parry
15″ x 20″ – photograph

Interfaith Memorial Service for Haiti in Brooklyn Borough Hall on Anniversary of 7.0 Earthquake.

Erica Lafferty Smegielski

Ann Parry
20″ x 16″ – photograph

Erica Smegielski, shares how mother, Principal of Sandy Hook School, was shot to death.

Breonna Taylor

Loretta Oberheim
18″ x 24″ – acrylic on wrapped canvas

They killed one of their own. The thin white line represents EMT’s. Yet no justice – just 8 bullets.

Working for Justice

Mark Mancher
12″ x 18″ – photograph

ESSENTIAL

E. Craig Marcin
14″ x 17″ – watercolor on paper

Given the racially mixed, community both I grew up in, the black friends and neighbors I had.

Undoing Shame: A Public Dispaly

Christopher Martin
25″ diameter – mixed media

Political Woman

Harold Naideau
20″ x 16″ – digital collage

Protest Portraits – Trysten

Maundy Mitchell
8″ x 10″- photograph

In support of the BLM movement, I welcomed protesters to my studio during protests in Plymouth, NH.

Breonna

Helen Lesnick
24″ x 18.5″ – pastel

I hope this work will help to keep saying her name until change happens and justice is served.

Gay Pride

Joan Laufer
24″ x 30″ – oil & collage

17 Minutes

Ann Parry
16″ x 22″ – photograph

Mepham H.S. students protest during 17 Minute nationwide walkout after Stoneman Douglas HS shooting,

Courage Kneels

Kathleen Celestin-Parks
30″ x 30″ – acrylic paint, ink & photo transfer on canvas

In 2016, he protested police brutality by kneeling and was ostracized. Today, most agree. Now what?

The Way Under Justice

Myungja Anna Koh
18″ x 20″- digital arts

I believe in the darkest periods such as social oppression, art becomes even vital, offering hope.

©Asylum seekers

Karen Kirshner
30″ x 30″ – acrylic

Much publicized need for Immigration reform and humane treatment of asylum seekers.

Dynamic Beauty

Wenchelle Jean*
16″ x 20″ – acrylic

Protest Portraits – Francois

Maundy Mitchell
8″ x 10″- photograph

In support of the BLM movement, I welcomed protesters to my studio during protests in Plymouth, NH.

Liberty at What Price?

Annette Kasle
7″ x 10″ – photograph

The injustice of an icon of freedom misappropriated for profit.

Change Gonna Come

Jimmy Gockel
16″ x 16″ – acrylic on canvas

Tribute to George Floyd

Fade

Daniel Kasle
2500 x 2500 – digital photography

Using shadow to emphasize the museum’s contribution to historical narrative.

Protest!

Heather Heckel
40″ x 30″
colored pencil with collage sign on board

This portrait depicts the importance of standing up for what we believe in, and how getting involved at an early age can inspire positive change for our future!

Blackbird Fly

Susan Herbst
21.75″ x 14″ – mixed media

Discovering that McCartney’s “Blackbird,” was inspired by the “Little Rock Nine,” prompted me to paint this blackbird’s flight of freedom.

Roman justice

Margarita Henriksson
55 x 65cm – canvas, acrylic & soft pastel

The work, in abstract style, shows the ancient Roman symbols for Justice: Colosseum, church, senate.

Untitled

Michele Garfiel
41.75″ x 31.5″ – oil & charcoal on canvas

2017 Women’s March. 250K people gather among the skyscrapers for a common cause.

Their Future Matters

Jessica Rapaccuiolo
14″ x 11″ – photograph

BLM march Riverhead, NY

Indivisible with Liberty and Justice for All

Susanne Corbelletta
30″ x 48″ – oil

We should not be identified by our race, creed,c olor or political views. We are 1 Nation under God.

Courage 7053

Kathleen Celestin-Parks
30″ x 30″ – acrylic paint, ink & photo transfer on canvas

This piece is inspired by the mugshot of Rosa Parks. Her courage sparked a movement.

Saint Roch Cures the Plague with beasts (COVID Tintoretto)

Owen Brown
36″ x 36″ – acrylic
Inequities of COVID treatment, failure of gov’t, hope in miracles misplaced.

Send Her Back

Lauren Bourguet
13.5″ x 18.5″
monoprint

From This Land a Little History

Allison Belolan
10″ x 8″
collage

Inspired by how deep racism runs in our country, and history, and how incredibly little it taught about it.

One Nation

Lauren Bourguet
25″ x 60″
mixed media

I found inspiration in cardboard, a universal moving material to create this installation of the US.

False Freedom

Hsiao-Chu Hsia
54″ x 52″- acrylic

Taiwan Blue Magpie be usually recognized as our national bird. We are free when we believe we are.

*student artist

There’s a Trick for That! Realistic Facial Features with Rob Silverman

There’s a Trick for That! Realistic Facial Features with Rob Silverman

by | Aug 9, 2020 | Past Classes and Workshops

There’s a Trick for That! Rendering Realistic Facial Features with Robert Silverman
4 Weeks • THURSDAYS • 1-4pm

Fall: Sept 10, 17, 24 & October 1

$230 Members / $265 Non Members

*** Outdoor Classes are under a tent so that social distancing can be practiced. Face mask guidelines must be followed and tables will be cleaned between classes. Guidelines will be provided to all students upon registration.

THERE’S A TRICK FOR THAT The Keys to Rendering Realistic Facial Features: Eyes, Nose, Mouth and Ears 

If you want to draw or paint expressive Portraits, it is not enough to try to copy what you see, trying to mimic every contour as you become frustrated with the model moving ever so slightly. If you know what to look for, you will render realistic form with confidence! 

Working from a live model, this Workshop will provide you with the knowledge and experience that reveals the patterns to every key Feature on the head. Through demonstrations, handouts, exercises and personalized crItiques, you will be provided with the strategy and insight to identify and replicate the unique characteristics of the sitter’s Head and Individual Features. 

The 4 session Workshop includes demos, handouts and personalized critique including: 

  • The effect of light on the form and choosing an optimal lighting set-up to reveal the key features. 
  • The overall structure of the head with keys to placement of each feature 
  • Compositional guidelines to optimally position the head on the canvas. 
  • Information regarding application of any medium to produce a convincing final rendering and likeness

REGISTER:

Trick for That – Rob Silverman

Materials List
MATERIALS

OIL
For experienced painters, bring the colors you are comfortable with. Please use Turpanoid as a substitute for turpentine. Beginners may want to try water soluble oils (Lukas Berlin from Jerrys Artarama is an inexpensive option). Light to medium toned (similar to the color of sand paper or a midtone grey) stretched canvas or panel, 11×14, 12×16, or 14×18 preferred. A hand-held mirror is recommended, as well as a View Catcher or equivalent.

BRUSHES
A selection of brushes each from 2 (2 brushes), 4 (3 brushes), 6 (1), 8 (1) sizes—Princeton Aspen are a good choice. Please have mostly filberts and a few small rounds.

Paper Towels
Palette; or 12×16 Richeson gray palette pad
Palette knife

COLORS (limited palette† is ok)
Cerulean Blue†
Cobalt Blue
Ultramarine Blue†
Chromium Oxide Green†
Viridian†
Alizaron Crimson†
Burnt Sienna†
Raw Umber†
Flesh
Yellow Ochre†
Naples Yellow
Cad Red†
Cad Orange
Cad Yellow†
Titanium White†
Ivory Black†

CHARCOAL OR PASTEL (as option to oil)
Canson Mi-Teinte 3 or 4 total sheets (for padding) of middle grey color such as light blue, light grey or wave green or 12×16 Canson pad of various colors of greys (use smoother side of paper)
–sharpener, and/or single-edge razor blades; emory board (works better than sandpaper blocks)
–paper stumps, and paper towels–kneaded erasers–chamois (chammy) cloth
Pastel: Bring our own set of pastels or buy nupastel prismacolor or faber-castelle hard pastel set of 36 (I will also have pastels you can experiment with on hand).
Charcoal: White charcoal pencil and hb, 2b, 4b, 6 (Generals brand charcoal pencils preferred).

Rob Silverman's Bio

Rob Silverman’s innovative techniques have been featured in American Artist Workshop Magazine and The Art of the Portrait, the official publication of the Portrait Society of America. His work has appeared at Crosby Street Gallery and Spring Studio Gallery in Soho, the Art League of Long Island, Edward Hopper House, The Art Guild of Port Washington, The National Art League, the Lockwood-Mathews Museum, as well as the National Arts Club and Salmagundi Club.

FULL Introduction to Abstract Painting (All Levels) with Ellen Hallie Schiff

FULL Introduction to Abstract Painting (All Levels) with Ellen Hallie Schiff

by | Jul 30, 2020 | Past Classes and Workshops

Introduction to Abstract Painting (All Levels) with Ellen Hallie Schiff
4 weeks • Monday • September 14, 21, Oct 5 & October 12 • 1:30pm – 4:-0pm
$150M/$185NM

*** Outdoor Classes are under a tent so that social distancing can be practiced. Face mask guidelines must be followed and tables will be cleaned between classes. Guidelines will be provided to all students upon registration.

Intrigued by the idea of painting abstractly? This four session class will give you a taste of painting in an abstract manner. We will be working with black and white water based enamel on watercolor paper. This experience has been called “freeing” and “a lot of fun “ by so many students. Experience what it feels like to paint this way. Lots of individualized instruction and discussion. The works you produce here can be the beginnings of new ideas and directions.

MATERIALS List to come

Ellen will provide the paint.

    About Ellen Hallie Schiff

Artist’s Statement
An essential truth seems to come alive when I use my body to create my paintings- something visceral and muscular; a directness that feels so “right”. The authentic mark is what I am after; the true, non-gimmicky, not contrived mark; the mark that is made when “I am the painting I am painting”. Playing with the paint, working sometimes at the speed of light, other times slowly and deliberately; all coming together in a flurry of physical activity. The result is an authentic moment in time.

Ellen is on the Art Advisory Council of the Port Washington Library and is the former Vice President of The Art Guild of Port Washington. Her work has been exhibited in galleries in Philadelphia and New York. Her friend and mentor is Stan Brodsky. View Ellen’s work at @ehschiff.

Painting in Acrylics with Confidence and Freedom with Kirk Larsen

Painting in Acrylics with Confidence and Freedom with Kirk Larsen

by | Jul 30, 2020 | Homepage

Painting in Acrylics with Confidence and Freedom with Kirk Larsen

6 Wednesdays

September 16, 23, 30, October 7,14 & 21 • 1-4pm
$290 Members /$325 Non Members

*** Outdoor Classes are held in our Outdoor Classroom under a tent so that social distancing can be practiced. Face mask guidelines must be followed and tables will be cleaned between classes. Guidelines will be provided to all students upon registration.

Using Still life, landscape and figures as a point of departure, this class will explore the dynamics of using acrylics in both conventional and unconventional ways. The properties of acrylics range from watercolor-like to oil paint-like and can also be used graphically.

As one of the top plein air painters in the country, Kirk has spent a lifetime refining and adjusting his use of virtually all media to serve the artist in the most diverse and efficient way. Artists will work towards finishing in class painting exercises in single sessions, to build proficiency and control and supplement with a multiple session piece at home with in class feedback.and individual guidance.

One of the best qualities of acrylics is the ability to be manipulable and refine a piece in progress and learning how to let the paint do its part of the work (or play) can free up the artist’s creative flow. Adjusted for each person’s current skill, this fun, upbeat and unique class is based upon the KLM (Kirk Larsen Method) which accelerates the learning curve in art.

For early novice through professional artists.

 

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MATERIALS

Acrylic Class

Supplies:

Notebook and Pen (Can be a bound sketch book or spiral sketch book

Table Easel (if you prefer to work flat, bring a towel to protect the table)

Paints:

  Ultramarine Blue

  Cadmium Yellow or Equivalent

  Hookers Green or Phalo Green

  Bright Red or Cadmium Red Medium

  Cadmium Orange or equivalent

  Titanium White

  Black

Optional Paints:

  Phalo Blue

  Yellow Ochre

  Bright Green

  Alizerin Crimson or equivalent

Brushes:

  Natural Bristle or Synthetic Bristle

  Flat: 1/4”, 1/2”, 3/4”

  Round: #4, #6

  Round soft: #4

Pallet Knife (1 or more)

Small spray bottle for misting (Spritzer – re-purposed clean spray bottle from cleaning products will suffice)

Paint rags and or paper towels

2 Water Containers (large yogurt or coffee can size)

Pallet, Pallet Paper or Plastic Plate

Clean take-out container with fitted lid for saving paint)

Substraits: (Canvas panels, Gesso Panels, or wood coated with flat white paint or primer)

 3  11” X 14” or up to 16” X 20”

 Additional Canvas: if you wish to work on a piece at home  

5-10 Photos to work from

 

NOTE:

A NOTEBOOK IS REQUIRED FOR EVERY CLASS

BRUSHES AND PAINT COLORS ARE FLEXIBLE

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

  ABOUT KIRK LARSEN

Recognized with over 169 awards for oils, acrylics, watercolor, sculpture, ice carving, murals, drawing, ink, mixed media and photography, Kirk Larsen is one of the most prolific artists on Long island. Nationally and internationally recognized as one of the top plein air painters, he is as well known for his nautical and maritime work. 

Kirk has developed a teaching method that accelerates the learning curve in art, regardless of medium or subject. Having worked in virtually every form of art, his lively, upbeat and unique approach is designed to reduce the stress of learning, while increasing the indulgence in any medium.

Some recent exhibits and honors include… Modern masterpieces: 30 years of the Museum Purchase Award – Mystic Seaport Museum of America and the Sea.  Grand
Canyon Invitational Celebration of Art (plein air). 7th year Plein Air Easton (2020). N.O.A.P.S. (National oil & acrylic painters society) Best of America.  American Society of Marine Artists –ASMA Invitational at Principle Gallery. Oil Painters of America (Signature Member). Virtuosos of the OPA, 2 Nationals, 3 Eastern Regionals, 2 Salon Shows. Homeland Security citation for art as public service, presented by Commandant Admiral Schultz, U.S.C.G (COGAP). Sketches in permanent collection at the Nassau County Museum of Fine Art.  CAPA – Best Nocturne (2018) CAPA – Best Painters of Cape Anne Award (2019).

BFA in Art – School of Visual Arts.  Former Professor – Parsons School of Design.  HHS Artist in Residence Program – Workshops for art teachers K-12 and High School students (painting, drawing, pastels) Member Salmagundi Club –. Nominee for Poet Laurite – Nassau County. Film and TV Actor.  Personal and Business Coach, Motivational Speaker and mentor

His work can be viewed at www.kirklarsenfineart.com.

REGISTER HERE:

Acrylics with Kirk Larsen

Drawing for the Experienced Artist with Kirk Larsen

Drawing for the Experienced Artist with Kirk Larsen

by | Jul 29, 2020 | Homepage

Drawing for Experienced Artists

6 WEDNESDAYS

September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14 & 21

9:30am – 12pm
$240 Members /$275 Non Members

*** Outdoor Classes are in our Outdoor Classroom under a tent so that social distancing can be practiced. Face mask guidelines must be followed and tables will be cleaned between classes. Guidelines will be provided to all students upon registration.

 

This course is for experienced artists to advance their drawing skills, enhance their confidence and efficiency.

Through demonstration, in-class exercises, and at-home practice (optional), the artist will learn to trust their line and embellish their visual accuracy and ability to translate what they see to paper or canvas.

In-classroom drills will help you to capture imagery, eliminate wasted lines, and also help each artist to find and enhance their artistic vocabulary. For the novice artist that already draws, right up to semi-professional & professional artists, this class can bring your acumen to that next level.

Working in pencil, pen, and charcoal additional media can be utilized. Adjusted for each person’s current skill, this fun, upbeat and unique class is based upon the KLM (Kirk Larsen Method) which accelerates the learning curve in art.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR 

ABOUT KIRK LARSEN

Recognized with over 169 awards for oils, acrylics, watercolor, sculpture, ice carving, murals, drawing, ink, mixed media and photography, Kirk Larsen is one of the most prolific artists on Long island. Nationally and internationally recognized as one of the top plein air painters, he is as well known for his nautical and maritime work. 

Kirk has developed a teaching method that accelerates the learning curve in art, regardless of medium or subject. Having worked in virtually every form of art, his lively, upbeat and unique approach is designed to reduce the stress of learning, while increasing the indulgence in any medium.

Some recent exhibits and honors include… Modern masterpieces: 30 years of the Museum Purchase Award – Mystic Seaport Museum of America and the Sea.  Grand
Canyon Invitational Celebration of Art (plein air). 7th year Plein Air Easton (2020). N.O.A.P.S. (National oil & acrylic painters society) Best of America.  American Society of Marine Artists –ASMA Invitational at Principle Gallery. Oil Painters of America (Signature Member). Virtuosos of the OPA, 2 Nationals, 3 Eastern Regionals, 2 Salon Shows. Homeland Security citation for art as public service, presented by Commandant Admiral Schultz, U.S.C.G (COGAP). Sketches in permanent collection at the Nassau County Museum of Fine Art.  CAPA – Best Nocturne (2018) CAPA – Best Painters of Cape Anne Award (2019).

BFA in Art – School of Visual Arts.  Former Professor – Parsons School of Design.  HHS Artist in Residence Program – Workshops for art teachers K-12 and High School students (painting, drawing, pastels) Member Salmagundi Club –. Nominee for Poet Laurite – Nassau County. Film and TV Actor.  Personal and Business Coach, Motivational Speaker and mentor

His work can be viewed at www.kirklarsenfineart.com.

REGISTER below:

MATERIALS LIST

Supplies:

Notebook and Pen

18” X 24” Non-Newsprint Pad

18” X 24” Newsprint Pad

Portable Sketch Book: 5” X 8” – 8” X 10” (50-100 page spiral preferred) Can double as a notebook 

Drawing Pencils: 2B or 4B (Soft)

Drawing Pen

Charcoal Sticks (Chalk-Black)

Pencil Sharpener

Kneaded Eraser

Optional Supplies:

Sandpaper

Hand Wipes

Drawing for the Experienced Artist with Kirk Larsen