Sunday, October 14, 2012

I FOUND MY HIDDEN TALENT #3

B.is excited about adding color to her third realistic oil painting.

 
A few more painting in progress from the artists at Hidden Talent. As the weeks go by we hope you find it as fascinating as we do when we see a beautiful realistic painting develope before our eyes!
Pat has mastered the waves!
 

Pat S. is painting an unbelieveable sunset !

Carol is half way through her very accurate monochromatic!

I FOUND MY HIDDEN TALENT #2

Cathy's black and white monochromatic under painting comes to life!
 
 Looks like another banner fall session! There is an amazing variety of subject matter that the artists at Hidden Talent has chosen. We have two exhibitions a year- Christmas Show in early December and at the St. Albert Trade Show ( over 9000 in attendance). Many of our artists enter and receive awards at the annual Edmonton Orchid Show. Hope to see you there!


Linda's cool under painting !
Barb is just starting color on her second oil painting
Karen is figuring out her soft edge background.
Michelle has a hot one- peppers that is!


Bernie is getting ready for the February Orchid Show



BUCKET LIST! PAINT IN ITALY!


2013 Paint In Italy
ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT!
Imagine painting the world class villas of Lake Como! Imagine visiting such romantic places as Bellagio and Varena! We will arrive just in time to see the Lake Villas in bloom!

This ‘bucket list’ worthy trip will bring us to the shores of Lake Como in Northern Italy where artists, aristocrats, philosophers and senators have been drawn to its beauty.

We will visit many of the beautiful towns and villa such as Bellagio, Villa Melzi, Varenna, Mennagio, Villa Carlotta, and Villa Balbienello. We will be staying in a family owned Albergo on the lakeshore and will experience authentic gourmet Italian meals from the owner/chef.

When:  May 03-May 11, 2013

What’s Included:

·         Accommodations: Hotel Villa Aurora. ( www.hotelauroralezzeno.com)

The rooms are ideal for couples, families, and singles. They are all are bright and comfortable, if not very big, and what you lose in size is made up with tasteful furnishings. Some of the rooms have views of the lake, others look onto the mountain.
All the rooms are en-suite with shower and wc, hairdryer, satellite TV, free wifi internet connection, safe, ceiling fan, and double glazed windows. Check  Trip Adviser to see their ‘excellence’ rating and reviews.

·         Meals: Breakfasts and Suppers with wine, coffee and dessert.

·         Transportation: Local transportation to and from our chosen painting location . Entrance fees to the Villa grounds.

·         Beginner to advanced Watercolor Workshop with Laura Watmough

·          PRE TRIP  INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR!

COST:     $2400 Single          $1800 Double

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: airfare, (We have booked our flights and will give you this information if you wish to travel on the same flight.)  mid-day meals, meals and incidentals on travelling days, gratuities, art supplies, optional ( but highly recommended) cooking class fees. 50E

Non Workshop spouse/partner – less $300.

At this time there are only 2 places available. A $500 deposit is needed to secure your place with the remainder due by Feb 1st.