by Grace Lucarelli | Oct 30, 2018 | Past Classes and Workshops
Alla Prima Outdoors (Plein Air) with Robert J. Simone
Three Day Workshop: September 13-15, 2019
$385 M/$420 NM
This workshop will emphasize brushwork and simplification, both of which are key to successful plein air painting. Students will enjoy some unique brushwork exercises, learn a wonderfully simple block-in process and produce a finished plein air piece or two. Expect to come away with newfound clarity and confidence in what you’re doing when you work outdoors. Participants will also benefit from three days of constant immersion in running discussions about color, values and design. Robert is known as a passionate, good humored and generous with his time and knowledge.
Workshop is suitable for all levels and is geared toward those who paint with oil or acrylics.
Please note: As Robert is from Florida, and not familiar with the area, we don’t know yet where you’ll be painting. We’ll be giving him “the tour” when he arrives. We will be painting at sites around the PortWashington/ Manhasset/ Roslyn area. Possible sites include: the Port Washington town dock, Elderfields, Cedarmere, and Sands Point Preserve.
In addition to scenic and compositional considerations, parking, bathrooms, shade, and walking distance will all be taken under consideration.
Robert J Simone is the consummate professional who uses proven methods to produce fine art paintings that stand the test of time. He is a thoughtful painter whose priorities are truth and beauty. The authentic portrayal of light is a central theme in his work. Upon making a mid-life decision to pursue painting Robert realized that plein air would provide a marvelous education. To that end, he attended plein air workshops with renowned artists such as Scott L. Christensen, Stapleton Kearns, and Christopher Still. His work has been included in exhibitions at the Salmagudi Club, Oil Painters of America and Florida’s Finest Plein Air. He is a signature member of both the American Society of Marine Artists (ASMA) and the Outdoor Painters Society (OPS). A regular participant in national level plein air competitions, Simone has received awards in such prestigious events as Plein Air Easton, Lighthouse Plein Air Festival (Florida) and Plein Air Richmond. His work has been published in Plein Air Magazine and Southwest Art.
Robert is an experienced instructor who believes the best teachers encourage, inspire and inform. He is generous with his time, sincere in his complements and honest in his critiques. Long dedicated to self-study he is known as an encyclopedia of painting information and solutions. He keeps his workshops light-hearted and fun.
For more information on Robert, please visit his website.
You can download a copy of the materials list by clicking here
WORKSHOPS: Cancellations by the student – more than 90 days: full refund. Under 90 days: $50 non-refundable registration fee is included in the workshop tuition. Deposit is non-refundable within 14 days of the start of the workshop.
by Grace Lucarelli | Oct 29, 2018 | Past Classes and Workshops
Expressive Pastels: Loosen Up and Add Some Spice to Your Paintings with Karen Margulis PSA IAPS- MC
Three day studio pastel workshop
October 26-28, 2018, 10 am – 4:30 pm
$450M/$480NM
Registration Closed: Please call 516-304-5797 to be placed on waiting list.
It has been said that as artists we are either moving toward or away from abstraction. No matter where we fall on this journey we can all benefit from ideas to help us create more expressive paintings. Karen is always striving to interpret her subject by including her personal touch rather than a copying the reference or painting exactly what she sees.
On day one of the workshop, she will share some of the ways she has discovered that helps her paint in a more expressive ‘loose’ manner. She will introduce a simple method for a successful pastel painting from the planning stage to the addition of those final important spices!
On the second day, we will explore the use of underpaintings and how they contribute to more expressive pastel paintings. She will demonstrate two different underpainting techniques. Students will use an underpainting to develop their paintings.
On the third day, we will continue to explore techniques that will lead to more expressive paintings with an exploration of new and exciting ways to start a pastel painting.
There will be demos, handouts and plenty of individual help at the easel during the workshop.
Biography
Karen Margulis was born in Connecticut and was raised in South Florida. She currently lives in Marietta, Georgia. Karen received her BA in Education from the University of Florida. Karen’s primary medium is pastel, although she enjoys all mediums. She is a Master Circle recipient of the International Association of Pastel Societies and a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America. She is also a Member of Excellence in the Southeastern Pastel Society. Her landscape and wildflower paintings have received recognition in many International exhibitions including PSA and IAPS where her Queen Anne’s Lace painting won the 2011 poster competition. Karen’s work has been featured in the June 2014 issue of Pastel Journal. Her painting, Summer Reprise, was chosen for the cover image.
Karen is a Daily Painter, blogger – Painting My World, and has a very popular YouTube channel. She teaches workshops and classes throughout the country and online.
Registration Closed: Please call 516-304-5797 to be placed on waiting list.
by Grace Lucarelli | Oct 29, 2018 | Past Exhibitions
Casting Shadows:
The Beauty of Light and Shadow
On View: October 6-28
Reception: Sunday, October 14, 3-5 pm
DESCRIPTION: I only see forms that are lit up and forms that are not. There is only light and shadow.”
– Francisco Goya
An object is revealed by the reflection of light while shadows define light’s absence. The use of shadows can establish dimension and create drama and depth. Cast your shadows and see where they take you!
CRITERIA: All styles from abstract to realism are welcome. All works must be original and have been created in the last five years. The selection committee’s decision is final. Works to be included in this exhibition must be available from October 1 – 28.
MEDIUMS Including but not limited to acrylic, oil, watercolor, pastel, mixed media, collage, encaustic, etching/prints, or sculpture with pedestal. (NO PHOTOGRAPHY. NO COPIES, REPRODUCTIONS OR GICLEES.)
JUROR: Lana Ballot, PSA, is a professional artist and pastel painting instructor. Through years of experience painting outdoors Lana’s work is characterized by the confident and expressive use of color and painterly mark-making. Lana is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America. Her work has been exhibited in National juried shows. For more info on Lana, please visit her website.
You may download this form and mail with your check or register online, with your credit card, below.
ENTRY FEE: Registration is required!
Members: $30 for up to two entries.
Non-Members: $40 for up to two entries.
High School Students (14-18 years): $15 for up to two entries.
One additional entry: $10 (per person)
Maximum three (3) entries per person
ENTRIES Digital submissions of up to three (3) images via email to artshow@TheArtGuild.org or uploaded to our website, should be between 1 and 3MB each. Please name the actual image file as follows: artist’s lastname_firstname_entrynumber_title.jpg
(ex: smith_john_1_beachsunset.jpg). Do not use the # or other symbols in the file name. You MUST change the actual name of the image file. Images CANNOT be named “image.jpg” or “fullrender.jpg” or similar – our database overwrites these images. If you email the images, you must include your name, contact information and the title, medium, value, and size in your email.
Works previously exhibited at The Art Guild Gallery will not be considered. Contact us at 516-304-5797 or info@TheArtGuild.org with any questions regarding uploading or emailing your images.
You may also email your entries with all info (Artist Name, Title, Medium, Size, Value) and download this form, fill it out and mail with your check. Emailed images must be received by the deadline, Sept. 14.
FINALISTS The Selection Committee will review all entries and notify each artist as to the acceptance of the submitted work. The Art Guild has the right, in its sole discretion, to choose which eligible entries will be accepted to be exhibited. All decisions are final. Artists whose work has been selected will be notified after September 18.
SIZE And Framing Size, with frame, must not exceed 36” on the longest side. Work should be cleanly matted and/or framed (if appropriate), wired securely for hanging, with the wire attached via screw eyes or D-rings to the frame, not the backboard. (Gallery wraps are acceptable.) No saw tooth hangers, no tape or string on the back. Work must be labeled with the title (if any), artist’s name, phone number, and email address.
Delivery of ARTWORK Selected artwork, (ready for display), is to be delivered on the dates indicated below. Please provide a typed bio or artist statement, printed on one side of an 8.5 x 11 sheet of white paper.
AWARDS 1st Place $300 • 2nd Place $200 • 3rd Place $100 • Honorable Mention certificates and Student Award/s (if applicable) will also be awarded.
SALES Artwork may be sold directly by the artist with a suggested donation of 20% of the selling price from the artist to The Art Guild. Note, however, that sales may not be made at the exhibition. All work must remain on view for the duration of the exhibit.
LIABILITY & INSURANCE The Liability Waiver on the entry form must be signed by the artist submitting images for consideration. It is the responsibility of the participating artist to insure or self-insure any work submitted for inclusion in this exhibit.
CALENDAR
• DEADLINE EXTENDED: TUESDAY, September 18 Application & images must be received.
• AFTER Tuesday, September 18: Acceptance/Rejection notification
DROP OFF Entries must be delivered to The Art Guild, 200 Port Washington Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030, at these times.
• SUNDAY, September 30: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
• MONDAY, October 1: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Exhibit
• Saturday, October 6 – Sunday, October 28
Gallery open Saturdays & Sundays 1:00 – 5:00 pm & by appointment
Artist’s Reception & Awards Ceremony
• SUNDAY, October 14: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Pick-Up
• Sunday, October 28: 3:00 – 5:00 pm (Exhibit Closes)
• Monday, October 29: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Thank you to our generous beverage sponsor Arizona Iced Tea
by Grace Lucarelli | Oct 29, 2018 | Past Classes and Workshops
Embrace the Practice – Daily Painting Workshop
with Lisa Daria Kennedy
Two-Days: September 21-22, 2019, 9:30 am – 4 pm
$350M/$380NM
This two-day workshop combines demos, in-class assignments and individual instruction to teach students the techniques Lisa Daria Kennedy uses to create fresh, deliberate marks. Using acrylic paint (or oils) students will discover approaches to simplify the process of painting and ways to stay inspired and motivated. Continuous painting is by far the most effective way to improve creativity and image making skills. She will share examples of how the discipline of daily painting produces personal growth. The class will delve into the principles of design, composition, value, and color. We will examine color mixing, mark making, and personal voice. Lastly, we will discuss practical strategies for painting every day (or almost every day).
From Lisa Daria Kennedy: I mark each day with a painting. After 2100 days (including Christmas) I’ve no intention of stopping. I use painting as an insistent act of documentation and with it, record weeks, months, and years. Collectively, painting for me, becomes a timeline of choices and happenstance.
Having had cancer as a young adult, I discovered living is not just surviving. I want to embrace each day, no matter how typical, so without excuse or hesitation, I begin each day by painting. The on-going nature of my practice leaves me rooting for the next day, while the parameters of my work keep me focused on the simplicities of my immediate surroundings. The small, intimate paintings of ordinary subjects create a structural framework of self-preservation. Each of these daily exercises is a vital component of the project’s ongoing, infinite progression.
WORKSHOPS: Cancellations by the student – more than 90 days: full refund. Under 90 days: $50 non-refundable registration fee is included in the workshop tuition. Deposit is non-refundable within 14 days of the start of the workshop.
