Wednesday, October 21, 2009
And the Winner is...
The winne of 250 full color, two side business cards from Uprinting is.....Melanie Hsiao who will use them to promote her Pressed Flower Business!! Melanie will receive an email with a special code and instructions in the next week. Congrats Mel!!
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Top Painting Organisers
Creative people are the best ones to have around! Many of my students at Hidden Talent Fine Art School have come up with ingenious ways to carry around their art supplies.
Jeannette Sommers is just recovering from knee surgery and needed something sturdy and big enough to carry paints and canvases but wasn't to heavy- and she found it at Canadian Tire. I think it might be the best way to travel with your art supplies...perfect for workshops and plein air situations.
Shawn Acorn found a tackle box with fold out trays that fit all the tubes of his favorite paint and kept his brushes in great shape....again a Canadian Tire find.
Shawn Acorn found a tackle box with fold out trays that fit all the tubes of his favorite paint and kept his brushes in great shape....again a Canadian Tire find.
Do you have a great artist Organiser? Blog me!
250 Free Stickers
This is so easy to win!! Check out Uprinting.com. They have a very friendly web site that walks you through all your printing needs AND their prices are VERY GOOD.
Giveaway Prize Details
250 Stickers/Labels for One (1) lucky winner
Sizes: 2” x 3.5”, 2” x 4”, or 3” x 3”
Paper: 70 lb Label MatteSpecifications: Full color front, blank back;
4 Business Day printing
FREE UPS Ground Shipping in the USA (Canadian residents need to pay shipping and taxes). Offer is not available to residents outside the US and Canada.
In adherence to the FTC ruling on Blogger Reviews and Sponsored Postings, I will be receiving 250 Stickers/Labels from UPrinting.com for hosting this giveaway.3. Encourage your readers to learn more about our stickers! Check out the sticker printing page at UPrinting for more details.
How to enter:
Enter by leaving a comment on what you would use the stickers for. Let me know what are your creative ideas for these stickers! For more entries blog or Tweet about this giveaway and link back to my post and to UPrinting.com or @uprinting on Twitter. Check out their Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/UPrinting
Deadline: Oct 29th The prizes will be awarded via coupon code on November 6.
Giveaway Prize Details
250 Stickers/Labels for One (1) lucky winner
Sizes: 2” x 3.5”, 2” x 4”, or 3” x 3”
Paper: 70 lb Label MatteSpecifications: Full color front, blank back;
4 Business Day printing
FREE UPS Ground Shipping in the USA (Canadian residents need to pay shipping and taxes). Offer is not available to residents outside the US and Canada.
In adherence to the FTC ruling on Blogger Reviews and Sponsored Postings, I will be receiving 250 Stickers/Labels from UPrinting.com for hosting this giveaway.3. Encourage your readers to learn more about our stickers! Check out the sticker printing page at UPrinting for more details.
How to enter:
Enter by leaving a comment on what you would use the stickers for. Let me know what are your creative ideas for these stickers! For more entries blog or Tweet about this giveaway and link back to my post and to UPrinting.com or @uprinting on Twitter. Check out their Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/UPrinting
Deadline: Oct 29th The prizes will be awarded via coupon code on November 6.
Will Wilson and showing your art in our gallery!!
This week we had our educational talk at coffee break about the wonderful artist Will Wilson , The Artists magazine article was just the start. Be sure to take a look at his website-INCREDIBLE!!! He is the master of trompe l'oeil as well. The very best thing was to find out he isn't as young as I thought- he was born in 1957.
His dedication and mastery of painting are so evident, and to discover all the academic and intellectual thought behind his art is so awe inspiring..... Do I sound like a raving fan???Yep, and proud of it!
This week's drawing lessons were fantastic...the students were energetic and hard working and I know we will make alot of progress in a short time!
Would you like to show in the gallery?
Many students are wondering how some of the other student paintings turned out...they missed seeing them when they were done. How about having Mon. /Thurs and Sat Painter hang their works up for all to see??? We can have them up for two weeks, then the Tues painters can show for another two weeks. No, they do not have to be for sale.
I would love to feature you and your art!!
Would you like to be student of the month......any volunteers? This would mean answering a few easy questions and getting a photo of your art to me to put on my blog. We have such great talent in our school, we should let more people know!!
I'm looking forward to a great week!
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His dedication and mastery of painting are so evident, and to discover all the academic and intellectual thought behind his art is so awe inspiring..... Do I sound like a raving fan???Yep, and proud of it!
This week's drawing lessons were fantastic...the students were energetic and hard working and I know we will make alot of progress in a short time!
Would you like to show in the gallery?
Many students are wondering how some of the other student paintings turned out...they missed seeing them when they were done. How about having Mon. /Thurs and Sat Painter hang their works up for all to see??? We can have them up for two weeks, then the Tues painters can show for another two weeks. No, they do not have to be for sale.
I would love to feature you and your art!!
Would you like to be student of the month......any volunteers? This would mean answering a few easy questions and getting a photo of your art to me to put on my blog. We have such great talent in our school, we should let more people know!!
I'm looking forward to a great week!
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Free! 100 Postcards
Well, another Giveaway! I am keeping track on the sidebar of all the giveaway deadlines! Don't forget to enter..... be creative-tell me what you would do with the postcards if you won them!!!
Giveaway Prize: 100 Postcards for One Lucky Winner
Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides
Shipping: FREE UPS Ground Shipping in the US (Canadian residents pay shipping and taxes. Offer not available to residents outside of the US and Canada)
Pursuant to the FTC ruling on Blogger Reviews and Sponsored Postings, I will be receiving 100 Postcards from UPrinting.com for hosting this giveaway. Deadline is Oct 28th, winner announced Oct 29th. How to enter: You must comment on this post about what you would put on your postcards if you were to win OR email me at lwatmough@gmail.com and tell me what you would use these postcards for-invitations, announcements, etc. If you can tweet, or put this on Facebook, let me know and you will get another entry!
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Top Ten Art Studio Tools
At halfway through our 3 hour painting session at Hidden Talent, I enforce (!) a coffee break just to give everyone eyes a break.Yes, sometimes I have to pry the brushes out of their hands!
Our talk this week -What is in your studio that you wouldn't want to live without ?
Here is a top 10;
1. Masterson's stay wet palette
I love putting my paint and dirty brushes in them, and forgetting about it. Oils stay fresh for 3 days and even longer if put in the freezer. Make sure your lid is completely sealed!
2.'Kim' towels or lint free clothes.
These blue paper towels are cheap, non patterned and very durable. Available at Costco, Canadian Tire, Home Depot etc.
3. Turpenoid Brush Cleaner ( in the green can). Safe on your brushes and safe for you.
4. A jar with a screen or coil in it for dragging your brush over to open the bristle for cleaning.
5. Paint pushers- set of 5 for $20, cheaper if you are a student. Great for erasing those over painted lines. It is the hard version of sticky-tak.
6.Old telephone books.-great for wiping excess paint off prior to cleaning-saves dirtying your Turpenoid Natural.
7.Palette and painting knives. The ones that look like regular cutlery are the palette knives and the ones with the bent handle are the painting knives. Good for premixing values and colors like Daniel Greene does.
8. A cart for organising your 'store'. I keep all my supplies handy in an old microwave cart from a garage sale. It has wheels and I can move from easel to easel . One student has a mechanics tool cart from Canadian Tire( black with bright yellow trim) Fantastic wheels! and some have wheelers from Michael's. I'll try and get you some photos!
9. Lighter or matches-used to warm up a tube lid so that it can be opened more easily
10. Clear heavy duty page protectors to keep all reference photos /drawing in.
Feeling comfortable in your painting space MUST be a priority. You will get into the 'zone' faster, be more productive and feel less aggravation if materials and supplies are set up in an easy to use way. A basic rule that doesn't seem to be basic (!) is if you are right handed-keep you palette on the right side, left handed on left side.
Happy painting!
Our talk this week -What is in your studio that you wouldn't want to live without ?
Here is a top 10;
1. Masterson's stay wet palette
I love putting my paint and dirty brushes in them, and forgetting about it. Oils stay fresh for 3 days and even longer if put in the freezer. Make sure your lid is completely sealed!
2.'Kim' towels or lint free clothes.
These blue paper towels are cheap, non patterned and very durable. Available at Costco, Canadian Tire, Home Depot etc.
3. Turpenoid Brush Cleaner ( in the green can). Safe on your brushes and safe for you.
4. A jar with a screen or coil in it for dragging your brush over to open the bristle for cleaning.
5. Paint pushers- set of 5 for $20, cheaper if you are a student. Great for erasing those over painted lines. It is the hard version of sticky-tak.
6.Old telephone books.-great for wiping excess paint off prior to cleaning-saves dirtying your Turpenoid Natural.
7.Palette and painting knives. The ones that look like regular cutlery are the palette knives and the ones with the bent handle are the painting knives. Good for premixing values and colors like Daniel Greene does.
8. A cart for organising your 'store'. I keep all my supplies handy in an old microwave cart from a garage sale. It has wheels and I can move from easel to easel . One student has a mechanics tool cart from Canadian Tire( black with bright yellow trim) Fantastic wheels! and some have wheelers from Michael's. I'll try and get you some photos!
9. Lighter or matches-used to warm up a tube lid so that it can be opened more easily
10. Clear heavy duty page protectors to keep all reference photos /drawing in.
Feeling comfortable in your painting space MUST be a priority. You will get into the 'zone' faster, be more productive and feel less aggravation if materials and supplies are set up in an easy to use way. A basic rule that doesn't seem to be basic (!) is if you are right handed-keep you palette on the right side, left handed on left side.
Happy painting!
Win FREE Business Cards!
Can you keep up? My sponsor, Uprinting is a non stop giveaway machine! Ordering online is a snap! This Online printing company has many different templates for business cards and MUCH MORE. Ready to add ARTIST to your business card?
Restriction:Free UPS Ground Shipping in the USA. Canadian Residents must Pay Shipping and Taxes. Residents of other countries are not eligible.
These folks are so generous that I get a set of business cards as well! Watch for them!
How to enter:
Enter by leaving a comment on 'how you might use the 250 Free Business cards if you win.'
Look for the grey 'comment' at end of this post and leave your email so I can contact the winner! Additional entries -blog or tweet this contest and link to my post or uprinting .com.5!
Contest closes and winner picked by October 21, 2009.
All Business Card Prizes will be awarded by coupon code on October 23, 2009.
Good Luck !
This week's Giveaway Prize:
250 business cards for One Lucky Winner (Free UPS Ground Shipping in USA)
Sizes: 2 x 3.5”, 2 x 3”, 2 x 2” (square card) or 1.5 x 3.5” (skinny card)
Paper: 14 pt gloss cardstock, 14 pt matte cardstock or 13 pt recycled uncoated cardstock
Specifications: Full Color Both Sides; Offset Press; 3 Business Day Printing
Restriction:Free UPS Ground Shipping in the USA. Canadian Residents must Pay Shipping and Taxes. Residents of other countries are not eligible.
These folks are so generous that I get a set of business cards as well! Watch for them!
How to enter:
Enter by leaving a comment on 'how you might use the 250 Free Business cards if you win.'
Look for the grey 'comment' at end of this post and leave your email so I can contact the winner! Additional entries -blog or tweet this contest and link to my post or uprinting .com.5!
Contest closes and winner picked by October 21, 2009.
All Business Card Prizes will be awarded by coupon code on October 23, 2009.
Good Luck !
Poster Print Winner!
Sylvie Fergusson, (Monday night) was the winner of the 18x24 poster print from Uprinting. We will get a photo to post when her print arrives.
I am getting my friend Celina to come over and photoshop an image for me then I will send it in. I am excited about the possibility that I can take a photo , not a scan of my artwork, and get a decent print. Should save tons of money.
I am getting my friend Celina to come over and photoshop an image for me then I will send it in. I am excited about the possibility that I can take a photo , not a scan of my artwork, and get a decent print. Should save tons of money.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
It's Another Uprinting.com Giveaway!
First the contest, then.....read about the advanced drawing/painting classes...
The great folks at uprinting.com are holding a second giveaway!!!... a 24x36" 15 mil vinyl banner of top-notch quality and doesn't look cheap like low-end banners. Artists and creative types have used vinyl banners (with photo quality printing) for weddings,birthdays, parties, graduations, advertisements,exhibition,rallies, and art show backdrops. The banners come with heavy metal grommets that make them easy to hang for any event. The durable material and archival ink will ensure that these banners will last for years to come! A $62 Us value!! Deadline is Oct 30th Midnight!!!! Our winner will be notified by coupon code Nov. 02/09!!!
The great folks at uprinting.com are holding a second giveaway!!!... a 24x36" 15 mil vinyl banner of top-notch quality and doesn't look cheap like low-end banners. Artists and creative types have used vinyl banners (with photo quality printing) for weddings,birthdays, parties, graduations, advertisements,exhibition,rallies, and art show backdrops. The banners come with heavy metal grommets that make them easy to hang for any event. The durable material and archival ink will ensure that these banners will last for years to come! A $62 Us value!! Deadline is Oct 30th Midnight!!!! Our winner will be notified by coupon code Nov. 02/09!!!
How do you win this Banner??
Leave a comment ( located at the bottom of this post- light grey in color. Press comment and fill out the screen). Tell me what you would use a banner for if you win it. Check out the banners and more about printing banners. For extra entries, blog or tweet and link to this post!
ADVANCED PAINTING/DRAWING CLASSES
At Hidden Talent the fall session is just underway. Many of the students are ready for drawing/advanced painting classes....just what is that about?
We have enjoyed painting accurately, slowly, and learning to distinguish VALUES, the basis of all art. Our general fear of drawing was eliminated by use of the age old tool- a grid. We learned blending techniques, adding color to shadows, color harmony, and many helpful hints and tips to make our painting standout from the crowd!
The next step is to learn to draw accurately without a grid...because our goal will be painting a monchromatic without a grid. EVERYONE CAN ATTEND THE DRAWING CLASSES, EVEN THOSE THAT HAVE JUST STARTED. Drawing will be ongoing. Course dates and times will be announced in the coming week. Be sure to sign up to save your spot!
Classes to follow: gridless monochramtic, drawing with a brush, painting from life, adding and subtracting to your painting, stroke development, style development.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Contest Giveaway!
For all of you that need a bit more help...click on the light grey 'comment' at the end of this post. A window will open and then you write your answer to this question in the box, -What would you do or reproduce if you won the poster???? give your name and close the window. IF you are the winner,( you'll know by Monday!) you will get a special email and instructions for claiming your prize. Please take a photo of you and your poster print and we will post it in the blog.
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Monday, September 21, 2009
Arts Days Open House
Welcome back ! It's so good to be in the studio getting ready for students!
We had a fun 'warm up" this weekend in honor of Alberta Arts Days. So nice to reconnect with the great people ( artists) at Hidden Talent.
News: I was selected to giveaway free product! Our very first contest closes Sunday Sept 27th, so make sure you check out the last post.........Sunday, September 20, 2009
Free 18x24 Poster print!
What a great way to start off our fall session with a GIVEAWAY! 
Digitalroom.com is giving away a FREE 18x24 rolled poster print to one of YOU, my loyal readers!
My America (free shipping) or Canadian (small shipping fee) readers can enter by leaving a comment on this blog on how or what you will have printed! If you don't know how to leave a comment you can email me at lwatmough@gmail with your idea and I will post it for you! How's that for easy!
Please let your friends know and have them enter as well. They may want a poster of YOUR ART for Christmas!!! Bloggers and Tweeters spread the word!
Please let your friends know and have them enter as well. They may want a poster of YOUR ART for Christmas!!! Bloggers and Tweeters spread the word!
Check out our sponsor at http://www.digitalroom.com/poster-printing.html
and Digital Printing at http://www.digitalroom.com/
One of my Giclees 'La Porte' would be perfect as a poster or maybe Rosie, my Granddaughter. It''s going to be hard to choose!
A little cropping and viola! I have a Gift for some very special people! Remember that all you need is a hi -resolution photo file to send to http://www.digitalroom.com/ and they do all the hard stuff!
Have your ideas posted before Monday Sept 28 and one winner will be drawn. You may enter as many times as you wish! Good Luck everyone!
Friday, September 11, 2009
UPrinting.com What is this??
Free Business Cards? Free Canvas Prints? Free Posters? Free Postcards? Free Greeting Cards?
Now, that is something we would be interested in! Artists love having their image on cards and canvas prints. And, I definitely need some more business cards. Besides, did anyone say 'FREE'?
I have partnered up with UPrinting.com and will be offering my loyal readers and students opportunities for special rates and FREE product giveaways. Stay tuned!
Now, that is something we would be interested in! Artists love having their image on cards and canvas prints. And, I definitely need some more business cards. Besides, did anyone say 'FREE'?
I have partnered up with UPrinting.com and will be offering my loyal readers and students opportunities for special rates and FREE product giveaways. Stay tuned!
Sunday, September 06, 2009
FREE PAINTING WEEKEND!!
Where did the summer go? Hope all of you enjoyed the wonderful sunshine. It was great to get a change of scenery (and a chance to paint it!) BUT I am sooooo ready for classes to start and meet up with all of you!
Can't wait to start????
As a special perk to all my students that have re enrolled for Sept. classes- and celebrating Albert Arts Days please enjoy FREE PAINTING DAYS Sept 19/ 20 from 10:00-5:00.
What a great way to kick off the new term! Note: you do not have to come all day. Drop in and claim an easel and paint for the day or a few hours. Reconnect with fellow students! Paint on your current work or new ones. Bring a small plate of goodies and one of your painting to share for lunch or coffee time/gallery. Bring someone along if they are interested! Call and let me know you are coming 780-419-2055.
REMINDERS
Classes start the week of Sept 21. '
MEET Sheree, our digital camera expert. She will be taking names for more camera classes to be held at Hidden Talent Fine Art School.
Art Drive Studio's Open last weekend for the St. Albert Artists Colony members is Sept 19/20 as well! We are hoping for as good a crowd as last year!!!
Can't wait to start????
As a special perk to all my students that have re enrolled for Sept. classes- and celebrating Albert Arts Days please enjoy FREE PAINTING DAYS Sept 19/ 20 from 10:00-5:00.
What a great way to kick off the new term! Note: you do not have to come all day. Drop in and claim an easel and paint for the day or a few hours. Reconnect with fellow students! Paint on your current work or new ones. Bring a small plate of goodies and one of your painting to share for lunch or coffee time/gallery. Bring someone along if they are interested! Call and let me know you are coming 780-419-2055.
REMINDERS
Classes start the week of Sept 21. '
MEET Sheree, our digital camera expert. She will be taking names for more camera classes to be held at Hidden Talent Fine Art School.
Art Drive Studio's Open last weekend for the St. Albert Artists Colony members is Sept 19/20 as well! We are hoping for as good a crowd as last year!!!
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
H1N1 isn't any fun! Fall Plan
St. Albert's Chamber of Commerce is keeping us members up to date with all the preparations that province and individual companies should be undertaking with the growing threat that the H1N1 flu will return this fall and complicated the regular flu season.
As a result of reading many Government and local documents, I have instituted a few changes for Hidden Talent Fine Art School in order to keep that nasty bug out of our art school studio.
1. Hand sanitizer will be available and students are encouraged to use it before class.
2. Paper towels will be used in both washrooms.
3. Students will be required to bring their own "Hold It"( sticky tak)
4. Students are encouraged to bring their own brushes.
5. There will be NO REFUNDS after the second class.
6. If the instructor is ill, the students will be able to come to make up these missed lessons or receive a credit. Students who miss classes must make up missed lessons within the term.
7. Your instructor will have a vaccination against the H1N1 flu and encourages all eligible students to do the same.
8. Proper coughing/ sneezing etiquette is encouraged. Cough into your sleeve, wash hands frequently, staying home if ill, etc.
9. Please contact me if you have any concerns.
The fall is the best time of the year...outdoor painting and the start of art lessons , falling leaves and starting school brings back so many warm memories! Let's keep HT flu free so we can enjoy this colorful season! Like the song says" See you in September!!
As a result of reading many Government and local documents, I have instituted a few changes for Hidden Talent Fine Art School in order to keep that nasty bug out of our art school studio.
1. Hand sanitizer will be available and students are encouraged to use it before class.
2. Paper towels will be used in both washrooms.
3. Students will be required to bring their own "Hold It"( sticky tak)
4. Students are encouraged to bring their own brushes.
5. There will be NO REFUNDS after the second class.
6. If the instructor is ill, the students will be able to come to make up these missed lessons or receive a credit. Students who miss classes must make up missed lessons within the term.
7. Your instructor will have a vaccination against the H1N1 flu and encourages all eligible students to do the same.
8. Proper coughing/ sneezing etiquette is encouraged. Cough into your sleeve, wash hands frequently, staying home if ill, etc.
9. Please contact me if you have any concerns.
The fall is the best time of the year...outdoor painting and the start of art lessons , falling leaves and starting school brings back so many warm memories! Let's keep HT flu free so we can enjoy this colorful season! Like the song says" See you in September!!
Stolen Moments
It has been a long while since I've updated my blog...apologies all the way round!
I have split student info resources and general fun art education from my own personal art journey.
My art and viewpoints will now be at http://www.artbylaura.blogspot.com/ . I have worked out most of the bugs as I've posted through the summer and will keep my art friends up to date with my 'interesting" paintings, events etc. if you would like to join the mailing list please contact me at lwatmough@gmail.com
I've gotten a wee break from Summer Art Camps and I am in the school studio painting studies based on color combos and warm and cool light. These are my stolen moments to paint non stop and the door will be locked!!!lol There will be a drop-in this Thursday from 6:00-9:00 as well as August 13. The drop ins have been great fun and it is wonderful to get together in a relaxed atmosphere ( especially the refreshments!hah) The studio light is very special when the large doors are open...we are painting plein air so to speak!
I have split student info resources and general fun art education from my own personal art journey.
My art and viewpoints will now be at http://www.artbylaura.blogspot.com/ . I have worked out most of the bugs as I've posted through the summer and will keep my art friends up to date with my 'interesting" paintings, events etc. if you would like to join the mailing list please contact me at lwatmough@gmail.com
I've gotten a wee break from Summer Art Camps and I am in the school studio painting studies based on color combos and warm and cool light. These are my stolen moments to paint non stop and the door will be locked!!!lol There will be a drop-in this Thursday from 6:00-9:00 as well as August 13. The drop ins have been great fun and it is wonderful to get together in a relaxed atmosphere ( especially the refreshments!hah) The studio light is very special when the large doors are open...we are painting plein air so to speak!
One of our long time students is making major life changes- Carol Ewasiuk ( Tues afternoon) has decided to move to southern BC to escape the winters! and has her condo up for sale. We hope to see a bit of her in Sept, but her new home will be ready for her in October! Good Luck Carol, we will miss you!
Our Fall schedule is posted and we are currently taking Registration . September 19, 20 will be Hidden Talent Fine Art School Open House. Sheree, the photographer will also be on hand to explain her classes offered at Hidden Talent. The Further Education Brochure will be delivered by mid-August. All times and dates are posted at www.laurawatmough.com .
You can reach me at 780-419-2055! Enjoy the last warm days of Summer 2009!
Sunday, June 07, 2009
Summer Art Hours
Drop-in art classes will be held on Thurs during the summer, except for the last two weeks in August. Time: 6:00-9:00 Cost : $35 If you wish to try glazing, please bring a monchromatic painting , your paints, and some LIQUIN LIGHT ( this is the least toxic product and works extremely well). You can work on your class projects or on any other art you wish! There is a maximum of 10 spaces available, so leave me a message to reserve your place! 780-419-2055
As an added bonus, the St. Albert Artists Colony members will be hosting an open house-complete with wine and goodies. You are welcome to sell your completed and framed artwork in the Gallery that night for a commission of 30%. Drop off your art when you come!
As an added bonus, the St. Albert Artists Colony members will be hosting an open house-complete with wine and goodies. You are welcome to sell your completed and framed artwork in the Gallery that night for a commission of 30%. Drop off your art when you come!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Spring is here and are we ever busy!!
Students at Hidden Talent are finishing many paintings using the methods of the Old Masters. Join us Thursdays in July and the first two in August for a behind the scene peek at how we paint! Members of the St. Albert Artists Colony will also be there hosting a community mural! 6:00-9:00.Don't miss out!
Students at Hidden Talent are finishing many paintings using the methods of the Old Masters. Join us Thursdays in July and the first two in August for a behind the scene peek at how we paint! Members of the St. Albert Artists Colony will also be there hosting a community mural! 6:00-9:00.Don't miss out!
Focus! More Art Tips
This week we talked about keeping our story simple and uncomplicated. CW Mundy, one of the great living Masters chose a few artists that inspired him-Schmid, Gerhardt, Puttman, Hicks to name a few. He then pointed out why these artists have reached the pinnacle of the art world.
In other words, we should try and have only one focus in our paintings.
Point Taken: too much detail can distract from the focus- keep the hyper detail for closer to the main subject and be a little less fussy leading up to it.
Point Taken: Even in a still life that is shallow, the edges must reflect distance or depth. Fuzz ( soften ) them as they recede!
Point Taken: Squint! This is the easiest way to see like an artists.
I collect the International Artists magazine and highly recommend that you subscribe. They have success stories, educationals, and are a wonderful source of inspiration.
In other words, we should try and have only one focus in our paintings.
Point Taken: too much detail can distract from the focus- keep the hyper detail for closer to the main subject and be a little less fussy leading up to it.
Point Taken: Even in a still life that is shallow, the edges must reflect distance or depth. Fuzz ( soften ) them as they recede!
Point Taken: Squint! This is the easiest way to see like an artists.
I collect the International Artists magazine and highly recommend that you subscribe. They have success stories, educationals, and are a wonderful source of inspiration.
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