Encore

You know of the Art Tour in Cheyenne called Art Design and Dine.    http://artdesigndine.org/ 
The tour has ended for the year to resume in April of 2013.  Jim at the Nagle Warren Bed and Breakfast has a marvelous venue for art so I asked if we could use the space for a show with the artists that have had work this past year on the Art Tour.  He said YES so plan to visit and see Encore.  http://www.naglewarrenmansion.com/  The Show opens January 1st and will run through March 2013.   But don't wait...go now and see the art of thirteen regional artists!

Artist Julie Nighswonger

Artitst Win Ratz



Artist Christi Beckmann

Photographer Don Edington

 

Other Artists included are Connnie Norman, Mack Brislawn, Jeanie Schlump, Gail Watford, Jennifer Rife, Do Palma, Dave Roswell, Georgia Roswell and Vanda Edington.   Don't miss this show!

Wyoming State Museum Store

Wyoming State Museum Store

The season has certainly gotten the best of my time related to art.  Most of the shows have ended for the month and January is waiting for new adventures.  Duck Barn Artisans had an excellent season.  The Mini-minis were a hit. 

We shopped at the Wyoming State Museum Store just b4 Christmas for some Wyoming gifts Kristin wanted for her Seattle friends.  Beth said she would love to see the Mini-mini pastel paintings.   Today I dropped by and she loved them.  If you missed seeing them at the Duck Barn you can now shop at the Museum Store. http://wyomuseum.state.wy.us/Shop/Index.aspx  You will also find the note cards, 5x7 so they could be framed or a perfect size for a long note.  

Mini-mini

Duck Barn at 315 W Lincolnway

Open 10-5 Monday through Saturday through December 15th.

 

 

I have had so much fun painting the little 2x3 mini pastels. 

 They begin with scraps of Wallis, used previously for a palette for a painting. 

 I scumble in the color a bit and away I go.

 

I typically paint from a small reference photo of a completed painting. 

 It helps me see basic shapes and simplify the composition. 

 I paint several at a time, though each one is an original.

 

 

 

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I then sign, place in the little silver frames and wa-la ..

Be sure  to visit the Duck Barn and claim yours. 

You will find some other pastel paintings priced right for unique gift.

 

Tis the Season

Art Design & Dine at the Nagle Warren Venue the month of November
Gail Watford and Vanda Edington with Marvelous Miniatures and Masterpieces

Just as the Purely Pastel show came down I realized it is the season of art in Cheyenne. I have five locations to show and sell my pastel images. Check out the Locations Link for the details on each venue.

Art Design and Dine, Art Fest, The Duck Barn Artisans, The National Arts Program and the Cheyenne Artists Guild Member show and the Gift shop will all have my origianl pastels. Original art is a special gift as it has the essence of the artist and brings that energy to the person that chooses the piece.

 

I liked the post from Mary Baker and share her link http://www.marybakerart.com/originalart.html

Please visit all the venues that show original art in Cheyenne. Artists have a special piece of their soul to share with you.

 

Excuses

Mike and value viewer app

Well first it was hanging the show which was a smashing success. I did sell Stately Helianthus and I am delighted to have a painting in a new home to enLiven that space.  Then was the typical catch up of all that went undone getting ready for the show. Art Design and Dine had the monthly tour on the 13th and Don had his photography at the Nagle. There was the Perkins Art Group and of course Mahjong ... Oh did I mention our ten day driving trip to Reno, Seattle and home?  Yes excuses, however this weekend was an exceptional workshop with Mike Beeman at the Cheyenne Artist Guild.

Mike's touch can transform a clunker to a keeper. He has a relaxed style with demos and notes and then helps everyone with their paintings.  If you ever have a chance don't miss a lesson with Mike.

More news soon as next week Marvelous Miniatures and Masterpieces will be hung at the Warren Nagle gallery.  The Annual Art Fest is coming up and you will have to go to Duck Barn when they open November 17th.  I have some precious little mini-mini pastel paintings there along with a few larger pieces and note cards.  Please forgive me all my excuses.   Life does have a way of gobbling time. 

 


Beginning of a bird, second day


 

hydrangea.. needs more value

 

Small study started first day

 



See You Wednesday

Terrie Lombardi arranging the gallery

It is almost here!  The reception on Wednesday for Purely Pastel  begins at 7 PM in the small audotrium just adjacent to the Easter and John Clay fine Arts Gallery at LCCC.  Terrie and I are both excited to share our passion for pastel with her demo and my community painting.  After the demo plan to pick up a pastel and make your mark on the pastel paper in the gallery.  Let's see what we all create. 

If you miss the opening the show runs through October 17th.



Window for Purely Pastel at LCCC