Events

My oil painting, "Oaks Above Duncan" will be on display and available for purchase directly from myself through my web site.

The Coast Collective has been without a physical home due to Covid for many months now, but has been active at various popup markets and the like. This show will bring together the many Collective artists for a revival of the show that was due to be hung in 2020 just as they got shut down. It will hang at the new Esquimault Community Arts Hub and is a wonderful way for both organizations to showcase the arts. Open 10am to 5pm Wednesdays to Saturdays.

Every Tuesday at 2pm and 7pm I will be hosting an event on the Meetup Group called COURAGEOUS CREATIVITY via Zoom. To see the Meetup Group you need to download the free Meetup app, and if you would like to join one or more sessions you just need to RSVP to the event(s). There are two events: AFTERNOON SESSION--ABSTRACT PAINTING and EVENING SESSION--ABSTRACT PAINTING. Participants are limited to 6 (including me) to allow for discussion, connection and questions.

LET'S HAVE FUN PAINTING ABSTRACT!

Alexander Cozens’s book on landscape painting gives us a new/old method with which to work. He originally developed the idea as a teaching aid, to liberate the imagination of the student who, he felt, spent too much time copying. Giovanni Boldini was known for the visual movement he worked into his paintings. We will also look at the Boston School technique of ‘pulling it out of the fog,’ which helps develop the painting on a more even basis of establishing edges in relation to the whole.
Join me, David Curtis, and my friend and fellow painter, Lorwen 'Connie' Nagle, Ph.D., as we explore bringing our work 'Out of the Mist.' Classes are held at 5 pm on Sundays and Thursdays, in this case, April 11, 15, 18, 22, and 25, 2021

You will need the Zoom application to participate. Download for free at https://zoom.us. Tuition for five sessions is $150.00 comprising two PowerPoint modules and three Critique Sessions! To sign up, email lorwenpaintings@gmail.com or davidpcurtis@comcast.net to register. Pay through Paypal or send your tuition check, payable to David P. Curtis, to 30 Riverview Road, Gloucester, MA 01930-1614. Any questions, please contact me or Connie.

Hello everyone,

In these unusual circumstances, we sincerely hope that you, your family and friends are keeping well.

Our next show opens online on April 9, 2021. It is with our usual optimism that we introduce an expanded list of 28 exceptional artists who we hope you will be able to visit at our stunning show hosted on our website: www.westart.ca

Over the past few months we have been pro-active by adjusting our show plans, moving the date and incorporating all Covid restrictions and requirements. We fully support the restrictions of our provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and embrace her now-famous call: "Be Kind, Be Calm, Be Safe”. Recently we are hearing of variants and a possible third wave which may delay the loosening of restrictions on event and gatherings. Although our April 9-11 show was originally fully planned at Glass House Estate Winery, there was always a possibility that we might have to cancel the physical show.

This will be our fourth year partnered with the Langley School District Foundation. The amazing work that this foundation does in support of all students can be seen at their website: https://www.langleyschooldistrictfoundation.com/ During our show, artists will donate 25% of their sales at the show, to this foundation; this means, when you purchase art, you are also helping in this important work in our community.

Our website is currently being modified but will always be open if you wish to visit for an advanced glimpse; please excuse the mess. For now, we are displaying our show poster and some other information so that you can see our artist line up and make plans to visit our show. When we open on April 9 all the show features will be active and these include additional artists, show art draw, "Meet the Artis" zoom sessions, easy access to artist if you wish to make a purchase, John Gilliat-breakout session, and more.

Despite these uncertain times, I hope you will appreciate this tiny-bit of certainty that we bring to you; the next West Fine Art Show opens on April 9, 2021, NO MATTER WHAT!.

A three-week online show gives everyone lots of time to let get the word our so please do let your family and friends know about he show; thank you for your support. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Brian Croft
President, West Fine Art Show Society

Hi all, please join me at the next West Fine Art Show, being held online at www.westart.ca and running April 9-30, 2021

Brian Croft

I am so happy to be exhibiting my hand dyed layered silk pieces along with my layered photographic pieces at this beautiful gallery.

Please go to my Arteology page for more information.

I have a display of 20 paintings, all Alcohol Ink, on the main floor of the library.

Polar bears are losing their habitat due to loss of ice floes.

A vertical chasm depicts this brokenness in nature’s ability to sustain the environment needed by the bears. Metallic envelope mailer bits are used to depict cold and ice.

DRAWING 2021 is an on line exhibition and sale of drawings by Canadian Artists. My pen and ink with ink wash drawing, "Willow", is included in the show organized and hosted by the John B Aird Gallery in Toronto Ontario.

Feel free to contact me for more information

Taking a trip from YVR? You'll spy two of my paintings in the domestic terminal.

I have a collection of my art works in the 'Doctor's Hallway' for 4 months. 20% of all sales is donated to the Misericordia Hospital.

I have quite a variety of art items in this little gallery...ranging from Art Dolls, stained glass, wood burning and so on. Come by and have a look. Open weekends from until 4, with artists in attendance to help you out. Distancing rules in effect.
Bring a friend and both your names will entered in our monthly draw for a $25 gift certificate to spend at the gallery. See you there. Judy

This online show features work by artists from the Southern Gulf Islands.

Currently there are no events scheduled at the studio, however I will be there working on new things over the next few months. If you see my sign out in front of the studio, please drop in. You are also more than welcome to email, text or call me to arrange a time to drop in to the studio for a private appointment.

I look forward to seeing you soon!

Two of my paintings were chosen to be in the Rental and Sales Gallery. This one is called 'The Midas Touch', mixed media on rice paper. The other is titled 'Release', oil and cold wax on board, 24" x 24".

VAM43 JURIED SHOW OF FINE ARTS LAUNCH
Visual Arts Mississauga (VAM) at Riverwood is pleased to announce it will launch its anticipated 43rd Annual Juried Show of Fine Arts online today: Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 3pm live on the VAM Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/vamriverwood. The virtual exhibition will also be linked to VAM’s website at visualartsmississauga.com. This prestigious art exhibition will kick-off Mississauga’s 2021 season of cultural events.
VAM43 will showcase an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary visual art works. Over 150 artists applied to the exhibition province-wide. VAM's expert Jurors have selected 43 artworks to be on exhibition at vamjuriedshow.com from January 14 – December 31, 2021. The Awards are proudly sponsored by DeSerres.
Enjoy the exhibition!

HAPPY NEW YEAR WITH BEST OF GOOD HEALTH AND HAPPINESS WISHING YOU ALL Rosemarie

Hope soon we all can wake up to a better constructive new time.

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Judith is interested in the potential for interactions between Art and Science. She and partner Mike enthusiastically support the endeavors of the Perimeter Institute, Waterloo, Ontario. Eight of Judith's paintings have been accepted into the Perimeter Institute's art collection and installed in various venues within the Perimeter.

Using transparent and opaque acrylic paints, students will work on two small expressionistic paintings over a two-half-day period. I’ll be providing photo references, from which they’ll be taken through step-by-step instructions, building multiple layers of paint, removing paint, exploring mark-making techniques, and color combination possibilities. Exploration is encouraged.
Day one: Exploring still life
Day two: Exploring landscape

Join me in some technique building, insights into my process, and have some fun!

This annual show will only be on-line this year due to Covid. View the beautiful works of 23 member artists. Website goes live April 16th.

I will have a selection of Acrylic and Alcohol Ink paintings on display. This is always an exciting show. It is slated to be online for sure, and will go in person if the community halls open up. Watch for further details.

The CliffSide 6 is back with a new show! We will be featuring collaborative works with two or more people working on each piece of art. The core six will be working with each other, of course, but we will also be collaborating with other artists that we know. More details closer to the show. The SAC Gallery is open Wed through Sun, 11 to 4. Shown is a collaborative work I did with Catherine Mottashed.

Exposition de Miniatures par des artistes renommés de 5 continents, 8 pays, 36 états américains.
500 peintures originales, plusieurs sujets et techniques dans des styles variés. Plusieurs peintures déjà montrées sur le site web.

Cérémonie de remise des prix et vernissage
19 mai 2021, de 19h00 à 21h00

Judith DesBrisay and Cheri Maisonneuve explore using epoxy resin in their art works and present luminous results. Visit the Quesnel Art Gallery, with full COVID guidelines, to enjoy this radiant exhibit. Expand your Resonate appreciation with audio, text, and video media at the Gallery and artists' websites. Please see LINKS for details.

We are excited to have DAWN EMERSON present her “Dancing with pastels” demonstration on Saturday May 8, 2021 at 11 am via Zoom. This is a members only Zoom meeting so please encourage others to join and if necessary, renew your membership.

This amazing demonstration is about breaking new ground in pastel. Dawn will share with us her newest techniques by combining mono prints with water soluble oils and pastel. She is asking that we take the time to review her free demo by clicking on the link below prior to the demonstration. This will offer a wonderful opportunity to practice on your own and be better prepared to ask relevant questions.

We look forward to welcoming you..
Debbie Poynter

The link to my 50 minute vimeo video is: https://www.vimeo.com/ondemand/breakingnewground
The link to the free 60 minute interview with Colorfin/PanPastel is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7Rnjpbmk08&t=3622s&ab_channel=PanPastelColors

An open call show at the Metchosin ArtPod, celebrating all creatures great and small.

Color, more than anything else in painting, is fraught with complexities. The exact nature of color and light is still a mystery. Knowledge of colors is a starting point. Knowing the primaries and secondaries; being familiar with value and intensity; and, composing with color, are the foundations of any well-crafted painting. Additionally, color in relation to Gestalt principles of design will be discussed. Join me, David Curtis, and my friend and fellow painter, Lorwen 'Connie' Nagle, Ph.D., as we explore the fascinating world of color. This course includes Plein air on-site painting homework!
Classes are held at 5 pm on Sundays and Thursdays, in this case, May 13, 16,20, 23, and 27.

You will need the Zoom application to participate. Download for free at https://zoom.us. Tuition for five sessions is $150.00 comprising two PowerPoint modules and three Critique Sessions! To sign up, email lorwenpaintings@gmail.com or davidpcurtis@comcast.net to register. Pay through Paypal or send your tuition check, payable to David P. Curtis, to 30 Riverview Road, Gloucester, MA 01930-1614. Any questions, please contact Connie or me.

48 by 28
Acrylics on Paper

Come to the table
Come to the table
Sit down and be set free
Come to the table

Lyrics by Sidewalk Prophets
Songwriters: Dave Frey / Ben Glover / Ben Mcdonald

Members of Gallery 44 Centre for Contemporary Photography are pleased to announce their presentation of two group shows in conjunction with the Scotiabank CONTACT 2021 Photography Festival.

Hi all, unfortunately the Cloverdale Rodeo has been cancelled and along with that our 5-day show there.

See you there next year.

I have one piece accepted into the online portion of the 2021 Landscapes exhibit by the national Federation of Canadian Artists. When the main show goes up in the Vancouver gallery, the online exhibit will be found at http://federationgallery.com/

The CliffSide 6 will be taking their Collaborations show on the road, with a second stop at the new Esquimault Community Arts Hub. Featuring works from both our previous shows in Metchosin and Sooke, as well as new works, the core theme is collaboration with each other, and with artist friends from the community. ECAH is open Wed through Sat 10 am to 6 pm.

In July 2021 my art will be featured in a wall calendar, produced by Suzanne Heron at Blue Heron Arts. Look for them at retail outlets throughout Victoria!

More information will be posted here as the show-date approaches.