by Grace Lucarelli | Jun 10, 2011 | Archive
BYO Portable Easel, Art Materials & Picnic Lunch!
THE ART GUILD Will provide drinks & dessert, the beautiful grounds of
Elderfields Preserve and good company!
FRAME EXCHANGE Donate your unwanted frames (in good condition) and
The Art Guild will sell them for $5. All proceeds will go toward our Garden Committee Fund.
RSVP Members Only email Shelley Holtzman
at shell4now@aol.com or call The Art Guild at 516.304.5797
(Paintfest will be rescheduled if raining)
STOP BY If you can’t paint that day, stop by to picnic,
donate or buy a frame, or just to schmooze!
by Grace Lucarelli | Jun 8, 2011 | Archive
The Art Guild’s Member Group Show
THE ART GUILD WORKS ’11
September 29 – October 30
at the Graphic Eye Gallery,
402 Main Street. Port Washington NY 11050
Click here for the prospectus.
To reserve a space, return the application with the $75.00 fee by July 11 if you wish to have a photo of your work included on the postcard,* or as soon as possible thereafter. This show will be filled on a “first come, first served” basis. Artists will have approximately 6 linear feet of wall space. All work to be hung must be original (no reproductions or giclees). Artists may also bring a few unframed works for display in print racks. This display can include reproductions/giclees of your work.
* The proposed design for the Works ’11 postcard and poster will include photographs of work by participating artists.
A 300 dpi jpeg file can be emailed to Piper@StudioPiper.com, or contact Piper Lyman
(516) 504-0725 with any questions. Photos must be received by July 11.
Dates to Remember:
Registration By Monday, July 11 for artwork photo to be included on postcard
Drop-Off Sunday, September25, 5:00-6:00pm/Monday, September 26, 9:30-11:00am
Reception Saturday, October 1, 4:00-6:00pm
Pick-Up Sunday, October 30, 5:00-6:00pm
Please return the attached application and fee to The Art Guild, 200 Port Washington Blvd, Manhasset NY 11030. We look forward to another great show at the Graphic Eye Gallery.
by Grace Lucarelli | Jun 8, 2011 | Archive
Click here to view prospectus.
The color, content, contrast, subject or some other magical element
in your image will instantly capture the viewer’s eye and generate a
“Wow!” response. The “Boldness” in the image should be captured by
the camera and not primarily be the result of post-processing by the
photographer. Works to be included in this exhibition must be
available from August 29- September 25, 2011.
JUROR : Marcus Santos, is a New York City based photojournalist who actively shoots
humanitarian and breaking news. He is President of Images For Hope, a not-for-profit
organization supporting photography in relief missions, and his images often appear
on the covers of New York’s Daily News and Post.
AWARDS 1st Place – $300, 2nd Place – $200, 3rd Place – $100.
Student Award – Gift Certificate.
Honorable Mention certificates will also be awarded.
by Grace Lucarelli | May 10, 2011 | Archive
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY • BEGINNER/ INTERMEDIATE
Ages 18-Adult, open to 12 students
4 Thursdays: July 14, 21; August 11, 18 • 7:00-9:30pm
Fee : $105 Members/$135 Non-members. (*photo field trip date to be decided.)
This class will introduce students to the basic principles of digital photography.
Topics will include: learning camera settings, composing images, developing
basic skills in manipulating images using editing software, and introduction
to self-critique approaches and strategies. Learning and self-advancement
will take place in a supportive, positive atmosphere. Digital camera is required.
Bring laptop if available, not required.
Instructor: Andrew Hollander
by Grace Lucarelli | May 10, 2011 | Archive
2 SESSIONS JULY AND/OR AUGUST
WATERCOLOR 2
Ages 18-Adult, open to 8 students
4 Wednesdays: July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 9:30am-12:30pm
4 Wednesdays: August 3, 10, 17, 24 • 9:30am-12:30pm
Fee for EACH 4-class session: $125 Members/$155 Non-members.
Materials list available upon registration.
Continue using watercolor techniques of washes, wet on wet painting and
dry brush methods. We will move beyond the basics, creating a series of
more complex paintings. Completing our own interpretations of projects
presented in class. Some previous knowledge of watercolor recommended.
Instructor: Eileen Neville
by Grace Lucarelli | May 10, 2011 | Archive
2 SESSIONS JULY AND/OR AUGUST
WATERCOLOR I
Ages 18-Adult, open to 8 students
4 Tuesdays: July 5, 12, 19, 26 • 9:30am-12:00pm
4 Tuesdays: August 2, 9, 16, 23 • 9:30am-12:30pm
Fee for EACH 4-class session: $125 Members/$155 Non-members.
Materials list available upon registration.
Watercolor is a truly diverse medium. Explore basic techniques of washes,
learn wet on wet painting, glazing and drybrush methods. We will begin to
understand the properties of pigments and when to use them properly.
Watercolor is always challenging, fresh and new. No experience necessary,
beginners welcome.
Instructor: Eileen Neville
