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Friday, November 4, 2011

Date (Nov 13) and Place (Sneads Ferry) set for November Paint Out.

Sherry  Thurston is organizing this month's paint out which was supposed to be at Barnes and Noble in the Mall... There hasn't been a definite confirmation so Sherry is shifting the PO to plan B... see her note...

Bernie,
melanie is on vacation until next week. nothing has been planned since i talked to her in july at our book signing. best thing to do is go ahead and set up a paint date in Sneads Ferry on November 13th at Everett Seafood midday if we can't wait for Melanie to return next week. i understand totally we need this confirmed asap.(She has been gone for two weeks.)
Sherry

Mark the date and when Sherry sends me the details and directions I will post them!

Saturday, September 24, 2011

October Paint Out set for October 23rd at Richard Ray Park!

WHAT: OOPS! October 2011 Paint Out

WHEN: Sunday, October 23, 2011 from Noon until...

WHERE: Richard Ray Park, 1200 Commons Drive North, Jacksonville NC 28546.

Features:
Beautiful Park that contains winding trails and breathtaking scenery. Park also features a state-of-the-art playground with a synthetic rubber surface to help prevent injury. Park contains a shelter, gazebo, pond with fountain, monuments, and walking trails. Restrooms located on site.

Click HERE for map and directions.

DIRECTIONS:
Turn left onto Western Blvd from HWY 17S (Intersection near Wal-Mart and Chuckie Cheese) as you come off the By-Pass or turn right onto Western Blvd if coming from HWY 17N New Bern_… From Western Blvd, turn right onto Gateway N.. Make a right at the stop sign, and turn into the first parking lot on your right. The park is located in the Jacksonville Commons Area. Look for the huge pond with water fountain… parking lot is just across the street from it. If you have a GPS or access to Google Maps… plug the following address in and you should have no problem finding the park… 1200 Commons Drive North, Jacksonville NC 28546.

Richard Ray Park, Jacksonville Commons.
WHY: Simply put... we LOVE gathering with like minded artists and painting outdoors!

WHAT ELSE: If we want... A Dutch Treat dinner at a local restaurant of our choosing for fellowship and discussion about the days events.

Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! No worries... there are NO art-snobs in our group!

What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?

IPAP's 9th Annual Worldwide Paint Out was FUN!

Here are some photos of the OOPS bunch painting in Wilmington for the IPAP 9th annual Worldwide Paint Out. Drop by Brenda Behr's blog post on the event and read about her experiences and see her SUPERB paintings from the weekend! Click on the links below...

On the Plein Air Trail with Brenda Behr

Wilmington [NC] Waterfront Day 1

WILL PAINT FOR SHELTER

Dean Remington and Mitchell Morton

Kathy Bunn

Paul Krauss

Jim McIntosh

Bernie Rosage

Brenda Behr

Kathy Bunn ~ OOPS Artist Bio

Kathy Bunn ~ Artist
Painting is my passion. I taught art for 29 years and it was a treasured and meaningful experience, but I am ready to take on a new direction in my life. I want to be the student, not the teacher. I want to be a life -long learner and explore painting.
I earned my B.S. in Art Education from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke in 1980. Since 1980, I have taught visual art in Leland, Clarkton, Tar Heel and Elizabethtown schools. My commissioned pieces are sprinkled throughout Brunswick, New Hanover, Nash, Bladen County and Washington D.C.

My earlier work consisted of watercolor portraits commissioned by local residents of Bladen County. Today, my portfolio consists of expressionistic portraits, brilliant landscapes, colorful wildlife and nature.

www.artcardinal.com

www.cardinalspaintingaweek.blogspot.com

Special Invitation from Phyllis Steimel to Paint Out in Salisbury, NC on October 8th.

Hi, Bernie,
Would you, could you, will you...please put this information out to your painters? We are looking forward to an exciting day and would love to have some of your group participate.
Phyllis

Links:  http://www.oilpaintersofamerica.com/events/paintouts/paintouts.cfm

https://www.facebook.com/phyllis.e.steimel?ref=name#!/event.php?eid=219579928100500


What: OIL PAINTERS OF AMERICA Great America Paint Out
When: Saturday, October 8, 2011
Who: All Interested artists, medium of your choice, painting "en Plein Air" (in the open air, or painting on location)
Where: Salisbury, NC
Attention artists:  

On Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 9 am to 4 pm,, Plein Air Carolina will host a 2011 "Oil Painters of America Paint Out" in Salisbury NC.  All interested artists will gather to paint on location, with the medium of their choice. In this artistic endeavor, Plein Air Carolina will partner with the Historic Salisbury Foundation and the Waterworks Visual Arts Center, allowing the artists to paint historic sites in the 36th Annual OctoberTour.

The Tour this year includes 3 private homes, 2 commercial properties, 2 museums, a living history encampment with enactors in period dress and an historic medical display at the Civil War home of Dr. Josephus Hall and 2 early American cemeteries. Trolleys and horse drawn carriages will be evident throughout the weekend. Food and vendors will be on hand during the day.

A reception, hosted by the Historic Salisbury Foundation,  will be held Saturday evening from 5 pm to 7 pm, at the Hall House, 226 S. Jackson St.  in the historic district. There, you are invited to exhibit  your paintings, from that day, and 100% of all sales go to the artist.  Following the reception, the North Carolina Symphony will be in concert at Catawba College for those who might wish to stay.
http://www.salisburysymphony.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=107&Itemid=9

All participating artists will meet at the Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 East Liberty Street, at 9 AM on Saturday morning to receive  brochures, maps, and enjoy juice, coffee and donuts.  Check the OPA web site for more information.   http://www.oilpaintersofamerica.com/events/paintouts/paintouts.cfm

Plein Air Carolina is a group of professional and amateur artists who meet each week to paint "en plein air", French for "in the open air".  The artists of Plein Air Carolina seek to educate the public about art and plein air painting, and encourage interested artists. The organization is sponsored by the Waterworks Visual Arts Center.

The rain date for this Paint Out is Sunday, October 9.

Mini Workshop by Jim McIntosh in Southport, October 29, 2011.

MIMI WORSHOP AT FRANKLIN SQUARE GALLERY

SOUTHPORT

OCTOBER 29, 2011


JIM MCINTOSH, WELL KNOWN, LOCAL, PLEIN AIR ARTIST, WILL CONDUCT A WORKSHOP ON OCTOBER 29, 2011 FOR BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR ARTISTS.  PLEASE BRING WATERCOLOR SUPPLIES: PAINT, BRUSHES, GOOD WATERCOLOR PAPER, SIZES 11 X 14 OR 12 X 16, 

WATER CONTAINER, PAPER TOWELS, AND SUPPORT BOARD.


JIM IS A RETIRED BIOLOGY PROFESSOR AND AN EXCELLTENT TEACHER BLENDING HUMOR WITH THE PAINTING!  A FUN TIME IS GUARANTEED!


THE CLASS WILL BE FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM. PLEASE BRING A BAG LUNCH.


SEND A CHECK FOR $25.00 TO GINNY WAGNER, 309 SETTLERS LANE, KURE BEACH, NC 28449


QUESTIONS: OLDBIOPROF@EC.RR.COM

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

September Paint Out for OOPS ~ 9th Annual Worldwide Paint Out sponsored by IPAP set for Saturday (10th) and Sunday (11th)!

WHAT: OOPS! September 2011 Paint Out in conjunction with the 9th Annual International Plein Air Painters WORLDWIDE "Paint Out." International Plein Air Painters is a blanket organization created for the sole purpose of advancing the execution and enjoyment of plein air painting without the restrictions and limitations of borders or regions.

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 2011 from 9:00am until... 
and Sunday, September 11, 2011 from 9:00am until (most members will leave around 1:00pm to attend Mitchell Morton's opening reception at the Council for the Arts in Jacksonville beginning at 2:30pm.)

WHERE: Historic District of Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina near the waterfront on or near Front and Water Streets.

NOTE FROM BERNIE: The OOPS bunch will participate again this year in the IPAP Worldwide Paint Out to promote the tradition of plein air painting in our area. We will join forces with anyone wishing to join in on the fun in Wilmington this year. Its Southern Charm and subject matter plus the fact that we have several members from or near Wilmington made the location an easy choice. There are no rules to participate... simply show up when you can on the dates listed and paint. No directions necessary... simply follow HWY 17S (Market Street) straight to the waterfront area in Downtown Wilmington... there you can find plenty of lovely scenarios to paint. Please make sure you photograph yourself, your setting, and your painting to share on IPAP's facebook page after the event. I encourage group photos whenever possible. Please be able to explain the purpose of the Worldwide Paint Out and what Plein Air painting is in general to the public if they should ask. There are plenty of places to eat in the area with public restrooms on the boardwalk on Water Street. Please register on the link below so we can show IPAP that Tarheels love to plein air paint! Most OOPS members who paint on Sunday will leave early to attend our friend and fellow OOPS artist, Mitchell Morton's opening reception at the Council for the Arts for his Solo Exhibit.See you in Wilmington next Saturday and Sunday!

WHY: To support IPAP's devotion to promoting the tradition of plein air painting WORLDWIDE!


Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! No worries... there are NO art-snobs in our group!

What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?


9th Annual International Plein Air Painters
WORLDWIDE "Paint Out"

Who: All plein air painters are invited to participate.
You do not have to be a member of IPAP but, you must register and help spread the word by publicity and word of mouth to other plein air painters.
When: Sept.9- 10-11, 2011 (Sept 10-11, 2011 for OOPS)
Where: Worldwide in organized official groups, pocket groups and individuals painting as part of the 9th annual IPAP paint out. (OOPS group painting in Historic Downtown Wilmington, NC near the waterfront near Water and Front Streets)

To register: There is no registration fee.
Go to
and fill out the form - please include
full name
affiliations (OOPS)
location (Downtown Wilmington, NC)
who you will be painting with (OOPS)
what publicity you can assist with.
We need your input to make this a success!


Links:
IPAP Website
IPAP Store
IPAP 9th Annual WW Paint Out Info
IPAP 9th Annual WW Paint Out Registration (free and recommended)
IPAP Facebook Page

OOPS in past IPAP Worldwide Paint Outs:
http://oopsnc.blogspot.com/2009/09/plein-air-painters-and-cyclists.html

http://oopsnc.blogspot.com/2009/09/oops-members-join-ranks-with-several.html

http://oopsnc.blogspot.com/search/label/IPAP

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Irene's trying to screw up our paint out this Sunday on the banks of the Trent River.

Let's hope Irene takes a drastic eastward turn and we have a beautiful day to paint! Let's keep our eye on her and make your own call about our paint out Sunday.

Projected path of Hurricane Irene


WHAT: OOPS! August 2011 Paint Out

WHEN: Sunday, August 28, 2011 from 1pm (or earlier) until...

WHERE: Trent River Boat Access, Pollocksville, NC (on Highway 17N just before the Trent River Bridge turn right into public access area on the river.... shelter and restrooms available.)

http://oopsnc.blogspot.com/2011/08/photos-of-our-august-paint-out-site-on.html

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Photos of our August Paint Out Site on the Trent River...

Pollocksville, NC on HWY 17N

Turn Right here... just before you cross the bridge over the Trent River at the old train depot.



Plenty of docks and decks to paint from with views of the river.



Plenty of shade!





Shelter with picnic tables.


Just in case!

OOPS August Paint Out date... Aug. 28, 2011.

WHAT: OOPS! August 2011 Paint Out

WHEN: Sunday, August 28, 2011 from 1pm (or earlier) until...

WHERE: Trent River Boat Access, Pollocksville, NC (on Highway 17N just before the Trent River Bridge turn right into public access area on the river.... shelter and restrooms available.)

NOTE FROM PATSY (Paint Out Organizer):
Let’s plan for August 28th. Maybe ask everyone if they’d like to have a little picnic afterwards, since there really is nowhere there to eat. There is only one restaurant there and it is closed on Sundays to the best of my knowledge. We could each bring a little something to share or bring our own individual brown-bag meals. Just need to let me know the count, and I’ll try to have water like Dean did last time since the weather is so hot. I haven’t been to Pollocksville yet, but will do so this week most likely Tuesday. The wildlife area is a right turn just before the bridge there in Pollocksville. I believe there is plenty of parking, and there is a covered picnic area with 2-4 tables. Not far from it is T-shaped pier and there are a few large shade trees in the parking lot. It’s not a large area, but I believe large enough to accommodate us.
Patsy


WHY: SOME LIKE IT HOT!!!! Simply put... we LOVE gathering with like minded artists and painting outdoors!

Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! No worries... there are NO art-snobs in our group!

What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?

DETAILS ABOUT OUR PARTICITATION IN IPAP's WORLDWIDE PAINT OUT (Sept 10-11, 2011 in Wilmington) COMING SOON! MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!

Monday, August 8, 2011

OOPS August Paint Out date... Aug. 28, 2011.

WHAT: OOPS! August 2011 Paint Out

WHEN: Sunday, August 28, 2011 from 1pm (or earlier) until...

WHERE: Trent River Boat Access, Pollocksville, NC (on Highway 17N just before the Trent River Bridge turn right into public access area on the river.... shelter and restrooms available.)

NOTE FROM PATSY (Paint Out Organizer):
Let’s plan for August 28th. Maybe ask everyone if they’d like to have a little picnic afterwards, since there really is nowhere there to eat. There is only one restaurant there and it is closed on Sundays to the best of my knowledge. We could each bring a little something to share or bring our own individual brown-bag meals. Just need to let me know the count, and I’ll try to have water like Dean did last time since the weather is so hot. I haven’t been to Pollocksville yet, but will do so this week most likely Tuesday. The wildlife area is a right turn just before the bridge there in Pollocksville. I believe there is plenty of parking, and there is a covered picnic area with 2-4 tables. Not far from it is T-shaped pier and there are a few large shade trees in the parking lot. It’s not a large area, but I believe large enough to accommodate us.
Patsy


WHY: SOME LIKE IT HOT!!!! Simply put... we LOVE gathering with like minded artists and painting outdoors!

Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! No worries... there are NO art-snobs in our group!

What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?

DETAILS ABOUT OUR PARTICITATION IN IPAP's WORLDWIDE PAINT OUT (Sept 10-11, 2011 in Wilmington) COMING SOON! MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!

Monday, July 11, 2011

A note from Sherry...

I wanted to invite our OOPS group to Barnes and Noble to our book signing on Friday, July 15th, 5 to 7pm. We finished our book Sneads Ferry, an Arcadia book Image of America, it has been a great success with our book signings in Sneads Ferry.
Hope to see some of you!
Yes, I am still painting and loving it!
Sherry and Josh

Friday, July 8, 2011

OOPS July Paint Out set for July 24, 2011 with COOKOUT... YUMMY!

WHAT: OOPS! July 2011 Paint Out

WHEN: Sunday, July 24, 2011 from 1pm (or earlier) until ... Food @ 5pm.

NOTE FROM DEAN (Paint Out Organizer):
As you know it is my turn to pick the place to paint. I thought we could all enjoy the "White Oak River Campground" ( http://www.whiteoakrivercampground.com/index.html ). If you go to the link you can see it is very easy to find. It is just about 1 mile south of Maysville on highway 17. There are plenty of river views along with lakes scenes, not to mention typical camping scenes to paint. This will be on Sunday the 24th of July. This is usually a pay to use campground but they offer to let us in to paint for free. I also reserved the picnic area because I would like to treat everyone to hamburgers and hotdogs around 5pm. If anyone would like to chip in it will be $2.00 a person to rent the picnic area but they DO NOT HAVE TO. I can cover it. I think it would be great to fellowship over food and talk about our paintings. Sound good to you? Tell everyone their families are invited. Please have them email me at dcr@ec.rr.com to let me know how many they may be bringing so I can have enough food.
Dean

WHERE: White Oak Campground, Maysville, NC (or Highway 17N just before Maysville at the Onslow County line)

WHY: Simply put... we LOVE gathering with like minded artists and painting outdoors!

Newbies welcome... all mediums and skill levels... simply show up with your gear and be prepared to have fun! No worries... there are NO art-snobs in our group!

What the heck is OOPS and how do I join the FUN?