The following excerpts are from email correspondence with artist/teacher, Joanne Julian and are reprinted here with her kind permission. Our own K Rowland was an art student of Joanne's. Joanne is not only a talented artist but also a gifted writer. Drop by her web page HERE and check out her work and accomplishments.
Words of Wisdom on Painting from Life vs Painting from Photographs by Joanne Julian...
Don't forget to draw/paint from life. Within the creative process, it is more of a direct hit, and the subject matter will breathe through you. You may not believe me, but the photo is an intermediary step that you may feel assists you with accuracy, but truly, it dilutes the essence of the subject. Rather than choosing technical accuracy as the goal, I think it is ultimately better to practice from life a few more times, and aim to own the essence and authenticity of the thing. That moves beyond accuracy to the truth of your personal vision, and you own it forever. Truth (the relationship between you, your vision and the subject) comes through your own brain, eye and hand not the camera. And better still, it breeds confidence. That's how it is you and how you are creative. Trust yourself. Why would you want anything else? The rewards and the wisdom gained are immeasureable.
The two big issues seem to be fear and risk. The first we have too much of and the second never enough. Unless one has made the decision to become solely a technical painter, copying photographs (even techniques), especially among students, can tend to develop bad habits and inhibit creativity. Early on, when students receive accolades for achieving a likeness, they are often lured (or perhaps they even lure themselves) into thinking that technical prowess is art. It is not; just as developing good grammar does not make great literature. Used as a point of departure, however, photographs coupled with risk and innovation can be catalysts on a creative path. Form without content can be empty. Content without form can be selfish gibberish. Both can be boring or uncommunicative.
Perhaps an antidote to some of that fear is a clearer understanding of the depth and breadth of the elements and principles of design and their use to advance composition and ultimately communication in the same ways they are applicable in music and dance. An investment here far outweighs the security of a photograph.
Joanne Julian
Thanks Joanne for sharing your words of wisdom with us concerning the importance of painting from life.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
July Paint Out set for the 11th in Trenton, NC
WHAT: OOPS July "Paint Out"
WHEN: Saturday, July 11, 2009 ~ 9AM-until
WHERE: Trenton, NC ~ Organized by Willow Faye... see her note below for all the details.
WHY: Plein Air Painting... What can we say... we're addicted!
Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun!
What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?
WHAT ELSE: See Willow Faye's note below...
Bernie here are some details...
The Jones County Heritage Festival will be held on Saturday, July 11 from 10 to 4... Setup for downtown is 9am. John Moore will Grand Marshall the festival parade down main street at 10 am. Artists and crafts people will be set up on downtown Trenton sidewalks. Other attractions will include the Brock Mill House, plus lots of fun activities at the Jones County Civic Center. The festival is an old timey family celebration of rural like heritage skills like makin lye soap, churning butter, operating non-mechanized tools, looping tobacco, making handmade quilts, shelling corn by hand, entertainment and etc... We have places like the old Hardware store, the courthouse, the old tire company, the downtown businesses as a whole, the farmers market and the old churches in the downtown area that your oops group could paint. You could also paint all the people at the parade, downtown festival, the Brock Mill House and pond, and scene at the civic center all during the day from 10 - 4. My place of business is right downtown Trenton and I will be there at 8 am to begin the farmers market and give direction for all arts and crafts booths to set up along the sidewalks.
Willow Faye
PS... Each member could also set up a booth by their easels and sell their artwork. We could also
also set up a booth for advertising OOPs.
Willow Faye Stroud
WHEN: Saturday, July 11, 2009 ~ 9AM-until
WHERE: Trenton, NC ~ Organized by Willow Faye... see her note below for all the details.
WHY: Plein Air Painting... What can we say... we're addicted!
Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun!
What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?
WHAT ELSE: See Willow Faye's note below...
Bernie here are some details...
The Jones County Heritage Festival will be held on Saturday, July 11 from 10 to 4... Setup for downtown is 9am. John Moore will Grand Marshall the festival parade down main street at 10 am. Artists and crafts people will be set up on downtown Trenton sidewalks. Other attractions will include the Brock Mill House, plus lots of fun activities at the Jones County Civic Center. The festival is an old timey family celebration of rural like heritage skills like makin lye soap, churning butter, operating non-mechanized tools, looping tobacco, making handmade quilts, shelling corn by hand, entertainment and etc... We have places like the old Hardware store, the courthouse, the old tire company, the downtown businesses as a whole, the farmers market and the old churches in the downtown area that your oops group could paint. You could also paint all the people at the parade, downtown festival, the Brock Mill House and pond, and scene at the civic center all during the day from 10 - 4. My place of business is right downtown Trenton and I will be there at 8 am to begin the farmers market and give direction for all arts and crafts booths to set up along the sidewalks.
Willow Faye
PS... Each member could also set up a booth by their easels and sell their artwork. We could also
also set up a booth for advertising OOPs.
Willow Faye Stroud
Mike Rooney "Light and Shadow" Exhibit @ Vision Gallery
Our long time friend and plein air buddy, Mike Rooney, will be exhibiting new works at Vision Galley June 27th thry July 26th. Drop by Mike's opening reception this Saturday, June 27th from 6-8 PM.Light and Shadow... a new works show by Mike Rooney
June 27th- July 26th
Vision Gallery- Atlantic Beach, NC
You can visit Vision Gallery at:
407 Atlantic Beach Cswy (physical)
PO Box 2881 (mail)
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Or call at: 252-247-5550
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
The VALUE of Values...
This short video by artist/instructor, Michael Chesley Johnson,, comes from the Plein Air Artists forum introduced in yesterday's blog post. It is short but packed with insights and visuals concerning values in plein air painting. Take a look...
Thanks Michael!
Find more videos like this on PLEIN AIR ARTISTS
Thanks Michael!
Find more videos like this on PLEIN AIR ARTISTS
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
New Plein Air Artists Forum... Join today!
I recently joined Plein Air Artists... it's an online group forum organized by Donald Maier. It's a great community with loads of info and awesome artists... I encourage you to join... it's FREE... simply click on the icon below...
Visit PLEIN AIR ARTISTS
Take care...
Bernie
My page link at Plein Air Artists...
http://pleinairartists.ning.com/profile/BernieRosageJr
Visit PLEIN AIR ARTISTS
Take care...
Bernie
My page link at Plein Air Artists...
http://pleinairartists.ning.com/profile/BernieRosageJr
Thursday, June 11, 2009
“Landscapes” by Karen Lee Crenshaw opening June 12 @ ArtExposure.
You are invited to an Opening at ArtExposure!
Featuring:
“Landscapes” by Karen Lee Crenshaw
June 12, 2009
Featuring:
“Landscapes” by Karen Lee Crenshaw
June 12, 2009
6:00-8:00PM
22527 Highway 17, Hampstead, NC
22527 Highway 17, Hampstead, NC
"Autumn Marsh II”
16” x 20”
Karen Lee Crenshaw 2009
To see more work by Karen Lee Crenshaw go to http://www.karenleecrenshaw.com/
Friday, May 29, 2009
June Paint Out ~ June 13th ~ Arts by the Sea Festival
WHAT: OOPS JUNE "Paint Out"
WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 2009 ~ 10AM- until
WHERE: Arts by the Sea Festival, Downtown Swansboro, NC ... We have permission this year!
WHY: Plein Air Painting... we're addicted!
Join us as we paint at this annual event!
Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun!
What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?
WHAT ELSE: Enjoy browsing the streets of Downtown Swansboro and seeing all the art vendors at the Arts by the Sea Festival.
WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 2009 ~ 10AM- until
WHERE: Arts by the Sea Festival, Downtown Swansboro, NC ... We have permission this year!
WHY: Plein Air Painting... we're addicted!
Join us as we paint at this annual event!
Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun!
What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?
WHAT ELSE: Enjoy browsing the streets of Downtown Swansboro and seeing all the art vendors at the Arts by the Sea Festival.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Paint Out Party at the Banks Party!
Several OOPS members enjoyed the festivities and plein air painting at the Banks Party last Sunday... Thanks Karen for sending the photos!
Karen paints at Banks Party!
Stephen found a shady spot to paint from.
Pat working in watercolors.
Mitchell hiding in the corner... ;)
Karen paints at Banks Party!
Stephen found a shady spot to paint from.
Pat working in watercolors.
Mitchell hiding in the corner... ;)
Penny set up a table to promote OOPS and display some paintings... Thanks Penny!
See you at our June Paint Out in Swansboro...
See you at our June Paint Out in Swansboro...
Monday, May 18, 2009
May Paint Out set for Sunday, May 24th.
WHAT: OOPS MAY "Paint Out"
WHEN: Sunday, May 24, 2009 ~ 10AM-4PM
WHERE: Banks Party ~ Pellitier House, Waterfront Park, Downtown Jacksonville on the banks of the New River between the bridges ~ Annual Event
WHY: Plein Air Painting... we're addicted!
Join us as we paint at this annual event!
Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?
WHAT ELSE:
New River Banks Party
Memorial Day Sunday, May 24, 2009
10:oo am ~ 4:00 pm
Water Front Park, Downtown Jacksonville
This picture is of a gathering of people on the banks of the New River in Jacksonville, North Carolina (circa 1905). Like in days of old... people will gather once again on the banks of the New River at Water Front Park near the Pellitier House in downtown Jacksonville. Take a boat ride, meet authors, watch artisans, and traditional crafters at work, listen to local music and storytellers, and see the OOPS artists in action. With the exception of a bowl of chowder... the celebration party is FREE to the public! Make plans to attend...
OPPS artists will position themselves around the park and the historic Pellitier House painting en plein aire for one of their May Paint Out from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.
See you there...
WHEN: Sunday, May 24, 2009 ~ 10AM-4PM
WHERE: Banks Party ~ Pellitier House, Waterfront Park, Downtown Jacksonville on the banks of the New River between the bridges ~ Annual Event
WHY: Plein Air Painting... we're addicted!
Join us as we paint at this annual event!
Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?
WHAT ELSE:
New River Banks Party
Memorial Day Sunday, May 24, 2009
10:oo am ~ 4:00 pm
Water Front Park, Downtown Jacksonville
This picture is of a gathering of people on the banks of the New River in Jacksonville, North Carolina (circa 1905). Like in days of old... people will gather once again on the banks of the New River at Water Front Park near the Pellitier House in downtown Jacksonville. Take a boat ride, meet authors, watch artisans, and traditional crafters at work, listen to local music and storytellers, and see the OOPS artists in action. With the exception of a bowl of chowder... the celebration party is FREE to the public! Make plans to attend...
OPPS artists will position themselves around the park and the historic Pellitier House painting en plein aire for one of their May Paint Out from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.
See you there...
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Attention Plein Air Artists: Open Sky Art: An Event, An Exhibit
Open Sky Art: An Event, An Exhibit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media contact: Kim Weiss, blueplate pr
919-272-8615
kim@blueplatenc.com
KIMBERLY ALVIS PRESENTS “OPEN SKY ART: AN EVENT, AN EXHIBIT”
May 13, 2009 (CHAPEL HILL, NC) -- Chapel Hill artist Kimberly Alvis will present “Open Sky Art -- An Event, An Exhibit” in June. On Sunday, June 7, Alvis will host an “en plein air” painting session in her own gardens. By the end of the day, work completed during the painting session will be included in a special exhibit (location to be announced) that will run into July 12, spanning possibly two Second Friday Art Walks.
Joseph Rowand, the celebrated owner and curator of Somerhill Gallery in Durham, will serve as judge for the Open Sky Art exhibit, selecting a first, second, and third-place winner. The first-place winner will receive a cash prize.
“En plein air” painting – French for “in the open air” -- challenges artists to create works outside of their studios, using what they see and feel around them in the land- or streetscape as inspirations for their work. During the Open Sky Art event, participating artists will have Kimberly Alvis’ lush gardens, backyard pond and parade of ducks as potential subjects.
Alvis frequently participates in plein air painting sessions through PAINT NC and Outdoor Painters in Graham, and she recently hosted a small painting session in her gardens through PAINT NC.
“I love plein air painting myself,” Alvis said, “especially this time of year.”
Open Sky Art -- the event and exhibit -- arose from her desire to attract more artists to the process of outdoor painting, to expose their work to a greater audience, and to give participating artists a chance to have their work seen by an expert of Rowand’s caliber.
“I’m delighted that Joe has agreed to serve as our judge,” said Alvis, who is represented by Somerhill Gallery.
Alvis will announce the exhibition location prior to the painting session.
Artists who participate must bring all of their own supplies and prepare their paintings for hanging prior to the exhibit. Rowand will determine the top three winners after the exhibit is mounted.
As the host and sponsor of Open Sky Art, Alvis will not paint during the event or include her work in the judging process, but she will hang a completed painting in the exhibit.
Artists must register to participate in Open Sky Art: An Event, An Exhibit. Registration forms are available for download only on Alvis’ website: http://www.alvisart.com/.
Alvis’ publicist, Kim Weiss of blueplate pr in Raleigh, is assisting in the event and exhibit and can answer any questions. She can be contacted at kim@bluplacenc.com; 919-272-8615.
Kimberly Alvis is an accomplished artist represented in the Triangle by Somerhill Gallery in Durham and the Little Art Gallery & Craft Collection in Raleigh. To see more of her work, visit http://www.alvisart.com/.
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Kim Weiss
blueplate pr
610 Hillsborough St #302
Raleigh, NC 27603
919-272-8615
kim@blueplatenc.com
http://www.blueplatepr.com/
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media contact: Kim Weiss, blueplate pr
919-272-8615
kim@blueplatenc.com
KIMBERLY ALVIS PRESENTS “OPEN SKY ART: AN EVENT, AN EXHIBIT”
May 13, 2009 (CHAPEL HILL, NC) -- Chapel Hill artist Kimberly Alvis will present “Open Sky Art -- An Event, An Exhibit” in June. On Sunday, June 7, Alvis will host an “en plein air” painting session in her own gardens. By the end of the day, work completed during the painting session will be included in a special exhibit (location to be announced) that will run into July 12, spanning possibly two Second Friday Art Walks.
Joseph Rowand, the celebrated owner and curator of Somerhill Gallery in Durham, will serve as judge for the Open Sky Art exhibit, selecting a first, second, and third-place winner. The first-place winner will receive a cash prize.
“En plein air” painting – French for “in the open air” -- challenges artists to create works outside of their studios, using what they see and feel around them in the land- or streetscape as inspirations for their work. During the Open Sky Art event, participating artists will have Kimberly Alvis’ lush gardens, backyard pond and parade of ducks as potential subjects.
Alvis frequently participates in plein air painting sessions through PAINT NC and Outdoor Painters in Graham, and she recently hosted a small painting session in her gardens through PAINT NC.
“I love plein air painting myself,” Alvis said, “especially this time of year.”
Open Sky Art -- the event and exhibit -- arose from her desire to attract more artists to the process of outdoor painting, to expose their work to a greater audience, and to give participating artists a chance to have their work seen by an expert of Rowand’s caliber.
“I’m delighted that Joe has agreed to serve as our judge,” said Alvis, who is represented by Somerhill Gallery.
Alvis will announce the exhibition location prior to the painting session.
Artists who participate must bring all of their own supplies and prepare their paintings for hanging prior to the exhibit. Rowand will determine the top three winners after the exhibit is mounted.
As the host and sponsor of Open Sky Art, Alvis will not paint during the event or include her work in the judging process, but she will hang a completed painting in the exhibit.
Artists must register to participate in Open Sky Art: An Event, An Exhibit. Registration forms are available for download only on Alvis’ website: http://www.alvisart.com/.
Alvis’ publicist, Kim Weiss of blueplate pr in Raleigh, is assisting in the event and exhibit and can answer any questions. She can be contacted at kim@bluplacenc.com; 919-272-8615.
Kimberly Alvis is an accomplished artist represented in the Triangle by Somerhill Gallery in Durham and the Little Art Gallery & Craft Collection in Raleigh. To see more of her work, visit http://www.alvisart.com/.
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Kim Weiss
blueplate pr
610 Hillsborough St #302
Raleigh, NC 27603
919-272-8615
kim@blueplatenc.com
http://www.blueplatepr.com/
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
OOPS! Artists participate in Kinston Plein Air Paint Out!
OOPS! artists have a PRIMO time in Kinston, NC for the 2nd Annual Kinston Plein Air Paint Out sponsored by the Community Council for the Arts. We met many nice people and artists during the event (Hello Tesh).The competition was stiff!... over 30 paintings of the highest caliber. Our own Stephen Greer placed second... CONGRATS Stephen!
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OOPS members present... Pictured LtoR: Susan Cheatham, Bernie Rosage, Karen Crenshaw, Pat Boni, Mitchell Morton, and Stephen Greer.
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Stephen and his paintings...
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This painting placed 2nd in the competition.
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Stephen painted this one of Pat while she was creating her masterpiece!
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Karen and her paintings...
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She didn't quite finish this one.
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Pat and her paintings...
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Mitchell and his paintings...
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Mitchell and Bernie painted the old train depot that is currently being demolished... they met and became friends with Ward Sutton (pictured above with Mitchell) who was heading up the crew at the site.
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Bernie and his paintings...
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Info sent by Niki Litts...
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Juror:
Janet Dixon (Winterville, NC)
The juror was looking at the following items:
The Plein Air Paintings will be on display in the Rayner Gallery at the Arts Center on Saturday 10-2 and Tuesday through Friday from 10 -6 pm. All paintings are for sale.
Call the Arts Center for further information! (252) 527-2517
Thanks to all for participating!!
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OOPS members present... Pictured LtoR: Susan Cheatham, Bernie Rosage, Karen Crenshaw, Pat Boni, Mitchell Morton, and Stephen Greer.
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Stephen and his paintings...
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This painting placed 2nd in the competition.
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Stephen painted this one of Pat while she was creating her masterpiece!
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Karen and her paintings...
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She didn't quite finish this one.
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Pat and her paintings...
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Mitchell and his paintings...
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Mitchell and Bernie painted the old train depot that is currently being demolished... they met and became friends with Ward Sutton (pictured above with Mitchell) who was heading up the crew at the site.
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Bernie and his paintings...
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Info sent by Niki Litts...
1st Place:
Juliet Barrus,
Nature Center
(to be featured on the 2010 BBQ Festival on the Neuse Poster)
2nd Place:
Stephen Greer,
Broken Eagle Cannon
3rd Place:
Mary Page Whitley,
Afternoon River View
Juror:
Janet Dixon (Winterville, NC)
The juror was looking at the following items:
Composition, Light, Spontaneity, & Color
The Plein Air Paintings will be on display in the Rayner Gallery at the Arts Center on Saturday 10-2 and Tuesday through Friday from 10 -6 pm. All paintings are for sale.
Call the Arts Center for further information! (252) 527-2517
Thanks to all for participating!!
Niki Litts
Director of Exhibits and Education
Community Council for the Arts
400 N Queen Street
Kinston, NC 28501
(252) 527-2517
Thursday, April 23, 2009
ArtExposure Grand Opening ~ May 2, 2009
Ellen Elder wanted to share with everyone that her new art center... ArtExposure... will have it's Grand Opening on May 2nd from 10AM to 5PM (with Arts and Crafts, Wine-Tasting and more).
Make plans to attend...
Check out their web page with directions here... http://www.artexposure50.com/
Ellen Elder
ArtExposure LLC
Make plans to attend...
Check out their web page with directions here... http://www.artexposure50.com/
Ellen Elder
ArtExposure LLC
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