The mission of CONTINUUM WPB 2019 is to collaborate between different artistic disciplines while enhancing the community.  The curators, Anthony Burks Sr., Trina Slade Burks and Craig McInnis are pleased to announce that over 80 visual artists will have their work displayed in the former Mac Fabrics Clematis Street location in West Palm Beach.  In addition to 2D and 3D artworks, the public is invited to attend a myriad of activities from January 10 – 19.  Each day will have its own vision, which makes this art fair a unique experience.  All charitable contributions go to the No More Starving Artists Foundation.   We are pleased to be a supporting sponsor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

426-428 Clematis Street   West Palm Beach, FL

  (Formerly Mac Fabrics)

 

 

Gallery is Open to the Public  

Free Admission

January 11-19, 2019

Noon – 9:00pm ( unless otherwise stated)

 

 

 

Continuum will also be at ArtPalmBeach January 16-19, 2019

Palm Beach Country Convention Center

650 Okeechobee Boulevard     West Palm Beach, Florida 33401

 

 

Curators of Continuum Left to Right: Craig McInnis, Trina Burks, Anthony Burks Sr.

 

 

 

Curators, Anthony Burks Sr., Trina Slade Burks, and Craig McInnis tell The Rickie Report, “We are back in the downtown West Palm Beach area bringing you all the great things that CONTINUUM WPB arts has always provided. Each day will have its own vision that makes this art fair a unique experience. All charitable contributions go to the No More Starving Artists Foundation”.

 

 

SCHEDULE  OF  EVENTS:

Thursday, January 10    

V.I.P. Black Tie Fundraiser Gala: 

No More Starving Artists Foundation

 7:30 – 10:00pm 

 

 

 

Attire: Formal/Cocktail
You are invited to join us at the grand opening of CONTINUUM WPB Arts & charitable fundraising event.
Music entertainment: JM & The Sweets,  DJ  Cole Rippe
Food Provided: by SubCulture Group Restaurants

 

 

 

Friday, January 11

           Artists Awards Ceremony and Artist Talks

6 – 10 pm

Artwork by Brian Wood

 

 

Saturday, January 12

       Young Masters of CONTINUUM Day

Noon – 9:00pm

 

Young Masters of Continuum 

 

 

All day activities for your artists to learn from professional artists.
Age 14-18. Must have Parent consent. Younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Demonstrations.
The presentation will be about fluid acrylics, manipulating the paint with different techniques and tools.
6:00pm Student Art Presentation
8:00pm-Student Awards

 

 

 

Sunday, January 13

         Meet the Curators and Brunch & Lecture

 11:30am – 2:00pm

 

 

Sculpture by Edrian Thomidis

 

Tuesday, January 15

        Artists Lunch & Lecture

 Noon – 2:00pm 

 

Artwork by Tony Curry

 

Wednesday, January 16

   Sponsor this night for a private party!

 

Jewelry by Maria Tritico

 

 

 

Thursday, January 17

      Quarter Auction Fundraiser

 7:00 – 10:00 pm 

A quarter auction is part raffle, auction, fundraiser and sales bingo-style event. A great opportunity have fun, raise money for a deserving charity and win affordable art while patronizing the artists’ booths. Hosted by Cecily Mathis of the Jewelry Jamboree Quarter Auction.

Join us for the artists’ marketplace displaying moderately priced items by CONTINUUM’s exhibiting artists.
Charitable event to benefit No More Starving Artists Foundation
Enjoy an evening of art and music entertainment by DJ Cole .

So what do you need to attend?
1) 2 rolls of quarters
2) A few dollars to buy your paddles & raffles.
3) Friends to have a good time with!
4) Self determination that you are going to win!
5) Compassion to want to help a charity!

 

 

Artwork by Jen Fisher

 

 

Friday, January 18

          Live Music and Entertainment

7:00 – 10:00 pm 

 

Artwork by Michael O’Keefe

Saturday, January 19

      Body painting and Fashion show

 5:00 – 10:00pm

Melange presents the Body Painting Competition & Runway Show
Competitors:
2017 & 2018 Champion, Becky Osborne
2015 Champion, Georgette Pressler
Renata Rodrigues
Harold Caudio
Luis Valle

 

 

 

CONTINUUM  2019  ARTISTS:

 

Abbey Funk Adriana Ficarelli Adriano Ficarelli Alvaro Rojas Andrew (Ana` Alu) Hollimon Anita Seltzer Ann Friedlander Anthony Burks Sr Antoinette Lashley Barbara Cheives for Afrasia Design Barry Seidman Betty Wilson Brian Cattelle Brian Wood Caren YogaPainter Hackman Carla Trivino Chad Periman Chad Steve Craig McInnis Cynthia Simmons Derek Decker Diane Martin Lublinski Dmitri Ivnitski Dr. Miron Abramovici Dwight Hoffman Edrian Thomidis Eduardo Mendieta Liz Ghitta Segall Erin Wood Evan Charney Flavio Iryoda Genie Fritchey Gerald Chodak MD Gillian Kennedy Wright Harriet Silverstein Hazel Griffiths Henriett Michel Irene Jalowayski Jahnoi Smith Jamaal “Visualist” Clark James Rabidoux Jay Hatfield Jennifer Fisher John Frazee John Rachell Julia Gabrielov Kalimba Love Karen H. Salup Kat Janis Kathryn Adele Schumacher Katiana Smith Lambarri Lara Chapman Lashica Hardy Leo J. Arbeznik Lucia Gomez Lynn Doyal Manon Sander Maria Tritico Mark Allen Mark Walnock Melissa Mastrangelo Mike O’Keefe Nadia Utto Nancy Tart Nicholas Kakavas Nicole Galluccio Pamela Boullier Ross Patricia Levey Ramel Jasir Renata Rodrigues Robert Catapano Robin Wolfenden Rosemary Fineberg Sandy Lerman Sarah Davis Scott Jeffries Stacey Mandell Suhame Miralles Cantero Suzanne Barton Teresa Frazee Tony Curry Tracy Guiteau Walter Johnson William Finlayson

For more information about Continuum:

http://www.continuumwpbarts.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CERAMIC  LEAGUE  OF  THE  PALM  BEACHES

PRESENTS:

“HOT  STUFF! STRAIGHT FROM  THE  KILN”

 

Opening  Reception:

Friday, November 30 • 6:00-9:00 pm

At Artisans on the Ave Gallery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Cornell Art Museum presents Fall Art On The Square.  This premiere, free, outdoor juried show includes extraordinary original works of art from around the country.  The front lawn will be transformed into an exciting outdoor gallery on Saturday, November 10 &  Sunday, November 11.  Enjoy live music, refreshments and visit the Museum with a special $5 admission!  The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks as well as a Call to Artists for the Spring Art On The Square which takes place February 9 & 10th.  Artist deadline is November 26th.  Art lovers, mark your calendars now!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

51 N. Swinton Avenue   Delray Beach, Fl 33444

www.oldschoolsquare.org

 

FALL    ART    ON    THE    SQUARE

 

Saturday, November 10      10 am – 5 pm

 

Sunday, November 11    10 am – 4 pm

 

Visit The Cornell Art Museum’s “Tech Effect” and “Spotlight Gallery”  Exhibitions  at a special $5.00 admission all weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

See  a video from last year:

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cbKgZuPSQM

 

Apply Here:

  https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6778

 

 

 

For more information:

Art on the Square is a signature fundraising event for Old School Square Center for the Arts, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) registered non-profit cultural organization.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

 

 

Celebrate 30 years of business and artistic creativity with Mallo Bisset and her daughter, Alex Murray at Red Barn Furniture/Gallery in Stuart!  Mallo’s exuberance with all mediums of painting compliments Alex’s unlimited variations with pottery.  Stop by for free music, all kinds of art, food and door prizes.  Please RSVP so the hosts can plan AND bring a donation of cat or dog food for our local no kill rescues for an extra door prize ticket!  The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks of artistry!

 

 

 

513 SE Monterey Rd.   Stuart, Florida 34994

772-287-1833

 

Gallery View

PLEASE   JOIN   US  for   an   OPEN   HOUSE !!!

 

 

 

Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018
3pm – 6 pm

 

 

Join us for Refreshments, Live Music, & Door Prizes!

Original  Art  by  Mallo  Bisset   &   Pottery  by  Alex

** Donate cat or dog food for local no-kill rescues for an extra door prize ticket**

Please RSVP to redbarnfurniture@bellsouth.net

OR

Call:  772-287-1833

 

 

While an RSVP is not necessary, it is helpful.

 

513 SE Monterey Road     Stuart, Florida 34994

772-287-1833

 

 

Mallo Bisset, Winner of  mARTies Award 2018

The mARTies were created by the Arts Council of Martin County to celebrate and applaud the creative people who enrich our community. Through celebration and scholarship, the mARTies provide a venue where we gather, as a community, to applaud the artists who enrich our lives through their talents, and those who make the arts a reality through leadership and philanthropy.  Well deserved, Mallo!  Congratulations!

 

 

“Thank YOU!”

 

 

We couldn’t have done it without you.
You’re Invited to help us celebrate an amazing 30 years in business!

 

 

“Pony Express” by Mallo Bisset

 

 

The   Luscious   Knife   Paintings   of:

 

 

Mallo Bisset might have taken the long road to living her dream, but once she sets her mind on something, there’s nothing stopping her!  As a little girl living on the Åland Islands in the Finnish archipelago, she wasn’t too fond of school, and told everyone “I am going to be an artist when I grow up”.  Life got in the way for a while, but after years of hard work and building a successful business, it wasn’t until 2007 with encouragement from her husband and daughter that Mallo finally took the time to do what she had always dreamed of doing.  It started with a weekly drawing class at the local Adult Education program.  After just two semesters her teacher, Helen Terry, told her she could make money drawing pet portraits.  

 

 

“Rescue Me” by Mallo Bisset

 

Mallo’s earliest work combined her love of animals with her love for the arts.  Having tried drawing, pastels, and watercolors, it was time for oils!  She signed up for classes at a studio which was located across the street from her own business, so she could be close to work, yet make it easy to get to class every week. This is where her love affair with oils and the palette knife began.  Under the tutelage of Georgia Abood at Alizarin Crimson, she has been working on her craft and has made remarkable progress in such a short time. Having grown up on an island, and living in Florida for 30 years, with a second home in the Bahamas, it’s not a surprise that Mallo Bisset’s work often features the water and always celebrates the beauty of nature.   As it turns out, that little girl in Finland really did grow up to be an artist! 

 

 

Floral Painting by Mallo Bisset

 

 

“Sisters” by Mallo Bisset

 

 

RRHEHT

 

SRGGRSGRS

P O T T E R Y     B Y      A L E X

 

 

 

 

Sampling of Pottery created by Alex Murray

 

Alex Murray tells The Rickie Report, “For many years, I drove past a pottery studio near a friend’s house and I always wondered what went on inside.  I often talked about stopping by and signing up for a class.  Yet, somehow it never happened, until my 35th birthday when that friend gave me a gift certificate to enroll in a class.  Little did I know that I would instantly get hooked.  From that first class, I was enthralled and I spent many, many hours hanging out at the studio.  It became like a second home for a couple years and I learned so much in those early years from my mentor, JW Shell and my friends at the studio”. 

 

Pottery Sample by Alex Murray

 

 

Alex continues, “After learning the basics of hand building, I finally graduated to the wheel.  Who knew that I could love this craft even more. Since learning to throw I seldom (basically NEVER) handbuilt anything again. There is something magical that happens when I throw.  I can’t describe it, but if you have the same love for the wheel as I do, you would understand what I mean.  I think if I only ever threw bowls for the rest of my life, I might be okay with that.  Sadly JW retired after just a few years and later on passed away.  I will always remember his lessons and how he created such a wonderful place for potters to learn.  I have since belonged to another group studio in that same location and I can say that it is a special thing to be surrounded by others that love the same craft as you do.  While we all had different styles there was always something to learn from those around you.  I do miss those group studio days sometimes”!

 

Bowls by Alex Murray Waiting to be fired

 

 

“These days I have a studio at my home and I try to spend as much time as I can working on my craft- it is one of the things I love to do the most.  I have often described getting caught up in the work as similar to therapy (but cheaper) for the feeling it instills in me when I’m in my zone.  It is hard these days to spend as much time as I’d like to working in the studio.  Running a business (my mother and I own and operate a casual and patio furniture store) and just living life with my husband and his two teenage children takes up most of my time.  But it’s comforting to know that the studio is always there, ready and waiting when I can carve out precious time in my schedule for my creative work”, Alex shares.

 

Hand made cup by Alex Murray

 

 

From the beginning, Alex has always focused on making functional pottery with very clean designs.  “I like to keep a simple aesthetic in my designs.  I love the idea that someone would use one of my bowls for their daily meals or a mug for their morning cup of coffee. Pottery has been around since the beginning of time, and maybe it’s the feeling of making something useful (from such a basic raw good such as clay) that gives me such a feeling of accomplishment”.

 

 

 

For more information:

www.mallobisset.com

Red Barn Furniture

www.potterybyalex.com

 Facebook page here

 

 

 

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17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

The Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square presents “Fall Art on the Square”! This premiere, outdoor juried show includes extraordinary, original works in all media by fine art and fine craft artists from around the country.  The public will explore and shop to their hearts’ content on Saturday, November 10th and Sunday, November 11th, with free admission!  In addition to “Spring 2019 Art on the Square”, we are excited to announce this … CALL TO ARTISTS !  The Rickie Report shares the details and some views from the previous Event. Fine Artists and Crafters – your deadline is September 1st.  Art lovers, mark your calendars now for this event!

 

 

51 N Swinton Ave  Delray Beach, FL 33444

561-243-7922

www.oldschoolsquare.org

 

FALL  2018  ART  ON  THE  SQUARE

Saturday, November 10th

 10 am – 5 pm

Sunday, November 11th

 10 am – 4 pm

 

 

Application Deadline    September 1st

 

 

Woody Patterson, Best in Show, 2018 Art on the Square

 

The Cornell Art Museum front lawn and Old School Square center grounds will be transformed into an exciting outdoor gallery. 

Enjoy live music as you stroll among the exhibiting artists booths!

 

 

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

·     Atlantic Ave Exposure

·     Friday Move-In!

·     24 Hour Security

·     Available Booth Sitters

·     Complimentary Breakfast

·     5 Cash Awards

*Booths available only on the front lawn (Atlantic Ave) and side lawn (Swinton Ave).

ARTISTS!   We welcome you to apply to this exquisite, juried fine art show – just in time for visitors to select that one-of-a-kind gift for the holidays!

 

 

 

Art collectors and enthusiasts will meet the artists and discover something new for everyone!

 

 

MORE INFO / APPLY

 

 

 

Cornell Art Museum – Fall Art on the Square 2018

Location:
Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square
Delray Beach, Florida

Phone: 561-243-7922 x305 or x306
Event Dates: 11/10/18 – 11/11/18
Application Deadline: 8/1/18 Midnight EST

REQUIREMENTS:

Images: 4 (a booth shot is required)

Fee (Application Fee): $35.00

You can submit up to 2 applications for this show.

JURY DETAILS

Event Summary
Fall Art on the Square 2018 is a two-day Premiere Juried Outdoor Gallery presented by the Cornell Art Museum.  Located on the campus surrounding historic Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square in the heart of downtown Delray Beach, this outdoor art experience will feature extraordinary, original art works by fine artists and fine craft artists from around the country.

Deadline to enter is September 1, 2018!

FINE ARTSHOW FEATURES:

• Original juried works by fine art and fine craft artists to include paintings, glass, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, mixed-media, metalwork, photography, woodwork and sculptures in a variety of media.
• Live entertainment on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
• Sponsored Hospitality Lounge with food and beverages.
• Delray Beach Green Market, Saturday, 9am – 2pm on the adjacent park great lawn.

General Information
FALL ART ON THE SQUARE 2018 HOURS:
November 9, 2018 – Move in from 12 noon to 6 pm
November 10, 2018 – Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm
November 11, 2018 – Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm

POINTS OF INTEREST/AMENITIES

• Juried Fine Art Show featuring top artists from around the country
• Located on the beautiful front and side lawns of the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square on Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach, Florida
• Extensive print and digital marketing and advertising
• $1,500 in prizes – (1) $500 Best in Show and (4) $250 Merit of Honor
• Walking/trolley proximity to at least 6 major hotels
• Downtowner free ride service on Atlantic Avenue using 100% electric eco-friendly vehicles
• Complimentary Artist Continental Breakfast both days
• Complimentary Booth Sitters
• Exhibit map/flyer
• 24-hour Security
• Booth SignsCONTACT INFORMATION – We are artist-friendly, reach out to us anytime with questions or concerns! Cornell Art Museum
  51 N. Swinton Avenue
  Delray Beach, FL 33444
  Phone: 561-243-7922 x305 or x306
  Fax: 561-243-7018
  www:oldschoolsquare.org
  E-mail: museuminfo@oldschool.org

 

AWARDS$1,500 in total cash prizes will be awarded regardless of media category

Judging of the exhibitors (with booth tagging) will take place during Holiday Art on the Square 2018 hours on Saturday, February 11 with awards presented Saturday afternoon.

SALES/TAXES
No commission on sales will be due Old School Square.  Artist exhibitors will be responsible for their own sales and collection of Florida Sales Tax (7%) and return payment to the Florida Tax Revenue Service.  Each artist must have in their possession and be able to produce a Resale Tax Certificate.

APPLICATION
All artists must apply on ZAPP by Midnight Eastern time on Saturday, September 1, 2018.  A separate application, images and jury fee of $35 must be submitted for each category that an individual artist enters. Only one (1) application may be submitted per body of work represented. Multiple applications must represent either work in different media categories or distinctly separate bodies of work within one category. A collaborative team producing a single work of art may qualify as a single exhibitor.

DIGITAL IMAGES
Please submit a total of four (4) digital images, professional high quality. Three (3) digital images must be of individual pieces of work, and one (1) digital image must be of your current booth.  Only your art work should be included in your booth display photo!   

PLEASE NOTE:  Old School Square staff/marketing reserves the right to use artist’s submitted images for promotional purposes, including advertising, publicity and web-based distribution outlets. No compensation will be given for use of these images.

ACCEPTABLE MEDIUMS

• Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor painting
• Clay
• Digital
• Fiber
• Glass
• Jewelry
• Mixed media
• Photography
• Printmaking/drawing
• Sculpture – Metal, Stone, Bronze
• Woodwork

JURY PROCESS
The jury selection process will begin September 1, 2018.   Jurying is done separately for each category.  The jury consists of anonymous arts professionals and artists in the arts field.  Artist’s images are viewed simultaneously during the jury process.  Since invitation to Fall Art on the Square 2018 is based on these images, please ensure they are high quality images that accurately represent the work to be exhibited.  Scores are based on originality, technique, design and overall impact.  Artists with the high score in each category are invited to attend.

PLEASE NOTE:  Decisions of the jurors are final.  Inquiries questioning or disputing the jurors’ decisions will not be addressed and critiques are not offered by the jurors.

PARKING
Parking for artist cars and other vehicles will be available in designated parking lots immediately surrounding Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square.  Artists will receive specific parking assignments upon acceptance to participate in Holiday Art on the Square 2018.

FEES
APPLICATION FEE: A $35 non-refundable credit card purchase or check, payable to Old School Square, must be submitted with each application. Booth fees will be required once invitations to participate are sent.

BOOTH FEE
Booth Fee payments are due October 19, 2018 by Credit Card or Paypal.  Failure to make payment by the deadline will result in revocation of the invitation. Booth fees will not be refunded due to artist cancellation after October 26, 2018.

REMINDERS

• Completed application for EACH medium entered.
• Three (3) artwork images AND one (1) booth image per medium.
• $35 NON-REFUNDABLE application fee, check or credit card.

IMPORTANT DATES

• Application Deadline on ZAPP: September 1, 2018
• Exhibitor Image Jury: September 1, 2018
• Invited notification available on ZAPP:  September 8, 2018
• Deadline for invited artists to pay booth fee: October 19, 2018
• Last day for full refund due to artist cancellation: October 26, 2018
• Booth set up: 12 pm to 6 pm, Friday, November 9, 2018
• Fall Art on the Square 2018: November 10 and 11, 2018, 10 am to 5 pm daily
• Booth closure cannot begin before 4 pm on Sunday, November 11, 2018

 

Rules/Regulations
The following rules and policies are in place to assure fairness to all participating artists and to the festival guests. Any failure to comply will result in immediate removal from the Fall Art on the Square 2018 event.

• Each exhibiting artist must complete an online application with only one artist per entry unless you are entering as a team in collaboration.  Artists may apply for more than one category but a separate online application must be filled out for each category.  Each application must include a jury fee and its own set of images.
• All participants must be 18 years of age or older. The artist must be present for the entire two-day event. Representatives may not attend in place of the artist.
• Exhibitors must be set up and ready to open by 9:00 am on Saturday, November 10 as judging begins promptly at 9:00 am.  Exhibitors must keep their exhibits open until 4 pm Sunday, November 11, 2018 unless otherwise instructed by Old School Square event staff in the event of inclement weather.
• Booth assignments will be advised once artists are accepted and invited to participate in the show.
• No refunds of booth fees will be given if natural inclement weather causes the show to close early or cancel completely.
• All artists must check in with Show Tent and present Photo I.D. before unloading and setting up their tent.
• All artists must have 10×10 or 10×20 WHITE tent with sides and walls with proper 50 lb weights in each corner and any damage caused by said tent will be the responsibility of the artist.
• Work displayed on site must be consistent with the work shown in the digital images submitted – work outside of your juried category will NOT be allowed.
• All work in every category must be the original work produced by the exhibiting artist. Work produced from commercial kits, molds, patterns, plans, prefabricated forms or other commercial methods is NOT permitted.  No buy/sell will be permitted.
• All two-dimensional work must be matted or framed.
• Jewelry is to be sold only by artists accepted in that category.
• All work must be priced or otherwise marked “Not for Sale.”
• Cornell Art Museum and Old School Square reserves the right to request removal of questionable or non-original art.
• Exhibitors may not display ribbons or awards from any other or previous shows.
• Exhibitors’ pets are not allowed in their booths.

Booth Information
BOOTH DETAILS:

​Single 10’x10′ = $350
​Double 10’x20′ = $700
Power    = $  45 per tent

ARTIST TENT AND ACCESSORIES RENTALS:
Tents 4 Events:  call (954) 675-7634 or email: info@tents4events.us
Stay and Play in Downtown Delray! CLICK HERE for everything you need to know!

Art on the Square is a signature fundraising event for Old School Square Center for the Arts, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) registered non-profit cultural organization.

 

 

 

 

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17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

 

What happens after a Rickie Report article announcing a class or workshop is published?  On March 2, 2018, we published “Cynthia Head And Sally Pearson Offer 1 Day Workshops To Create A Take-Home Batik Painting”.  Today, Caren Hackman reports on her own and other workshop attendees’ experiences and shares their exciting results in this article.  The Rickie Report shares this behind-the-scenes experience with our readers!

 

BEHIND   THE   SCENES    WITH  CAREN  HACKMAN:

 

Watercolor Batik on Rice Paper  1 day Workshop

 

 

Caren Hackman at Batik Workshop

 

It is great to get out of my own studio and take workshop to learn new skills or a new process. A one-day-Saturday workshop, suited me fine. I invited my sister, Naomi, friend Mara and her daughter Sarah, to take a watercolor-batik workshop with me.

 

I learned about the workshop through The Rickie Report. Rickie’s initial article about the workshop stated that all participants, regardless of experience, would be able to create a stunning work of art. The workshop was instructed by artists Sally Browning Pearson and Cynthia Head, and took place in Sally’s well-lit Port St. Lucie studio. The skill level of the 6 participants spanned from experienced watercolorists, to individuals with almost no painting experience. For the designs, Cindy and Sally offer tried and true patterns or the option to create your own design. I chose to use my own design.

 

I asked several of the workshop participants why they had chose to attend.  Barbara shared, “I was looking for something fun and I know Sally, so I knew this would be fun”.  Both Mara, an artist and instructor and Kendra, a longtime student of Sally’s, said that they were hoping the workshop would jumpstart some new creative endeavors.

 

The project begins by drawing the image on rice paper that is shot through with Mylar threads. I don’t want to give away too many of the secrets of this wonderful process, but there is a point when we crumpled our beautiful, delicate projects into fist sized balls!

 

 

Barb and Mara crumbling their paper

 

After the crumbling and another watercolor wash, we ironed the artwork to remove all of the wax. The results were delightful and varied. Each workshop participant adhered their rice paper art to a 16” x 20” stretched canvas support. I skipped this stage because I wanted to I attached my watercolor batik to a canvas scroll, as I’ve been doing for all my YogaPainter artworks.

 

 

As the workshop progressed, I asked the two least experienced “artists” in our group what they thought of their projects.  Naomi said, ” I was anxious about taking this workshop because I am a perfectionist, but I am not an artist. I absolutely love what I made”!  Sarah told me, “This is the best piece of art that I have ever created”!

 

ONE   DAY   BATIK   PAINTING   WORKSHOPS

To Register or get more information contact: cynthia.head@gmail.com or sallybpearson@gmail.com

For more information about Caren Hackman:

Caren Hackman is a graphic designer and fine artist living in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. and author of a book about Graphic Design and Good Business practice: http://www.carenhackman.com/book/.

Be sure to check out Caren’s wonderful artwork – Caren is a talented artist in her own right! She is a founding member of the Artists of Palm Beach County.

www.carenhackman.com

 yogapainter.com

 

 

 

 

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17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

Stunning works of art from 150 of the nation’s top artists are the centerpiece of the upcoming Downtown Melbourne Festival of the Arts on New Haven Avenue. The free, outdoor event takes place March 31 – April 1.  Whether your passions run to sparkling jewels, one of a kind paintings, exquisitely crafted glasswork, or an art deco sculpture, you are sure to find it here! Presented by Howard Alan Events (HAE), producer of the nation’s finest juried art shows, this fine art showcase presents original artwork, handmade in America, with a variety of mediums and price ranges.

 

 

 

VA sculptor Tom Lowe brings his beautiful wood carving to the Downtown Melbourne Festival of the Arts

2nd Annual Downtown Melbourne Festival of the Arts on New Haven Avenue

Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, April 1 

10 am – 5 pm Both Days

Downtown Melbourne, East New Haven Avenue

Navigational Address: 836 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901

Free and open to the public

 

 

IN artisan Mark Grosser hand-crafts each one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry

 

 

Presented by Howard Alan Events (HAE), producer of the nation’s finest juried art shows, the Downtown Melbourne Festival of the Arts on New Haven Avenue represents original artwork, handmade in America and selected by an independent panel of expert judges from hundreds of applicants. HAE’s careful vetting process also ensures a wide array of mediums and price ranges will be offered during the Festival.

“We are excited to return to New Haven Avenue where we continue the long tradition of fine art festivals in downtown Melbourne,” says Alan. “Last year was a great success and the artists have been looking forward to showcasing their work in such a beautiful location.”

 

 

 

 

Melbourne Beach artist Lori Hlavsa used acrylics, oils, airbrush and pencils to create the exquisite “Queen of Garden.”

FESTIVAL AT-A-GLANCE:

• Juried, first-class outdoor art gallery showcasing local and national artists
• Original handmade artwork
• 150 local and national artists
• Artists hand-selected by independent panel of expert judges from hundreds of applicants
• All artists on site for duration of festival
• Vast array of artistic media including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, glass, wood, handmade jewelry, collage, mixed media
• Free parking available

 

KS fiber artist Jerry Ann Dowdle weaves customized, wearable art

 

 

About Howard Alan Events, Inc.:

Howard Alan Events, Florida-based company, produces the nation’s top juried art and craft shows. Ranked among the Top 100 Art Fairs in the Country by Sunshine Artist Magazine, the 33-years established company has overseen art festivals in such noted cities as Alexandria, VA; Aspen, CO; Coconut Point, FL; Sarasota, FL; Fort Lauderdale, FL and 40 other destination markets in the nation.

For additional information on the Downtown Melbourne Festival of the Arts on New Haven Avenue and other Howard Alan Events art and craft shows across the country, visit www.artfestival.com or call 561-746-6615.

 

Palm Bay artist Michael Bullock’s ocean inspired painting

 

 

 

 

 

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17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

Two exhibits open at the Levis JCC in Boca Raton that will catch your attention.  The Advanced Placement 11th and 12th graders at the Donna Klein Jewish Academy will share unique canvases (part of their portfolios that are submitted to the College Board to receive college credits).  The free Opening Reception takes place on Sunday, March 18th.  The Levis JCC Pottery Guild Annual Exhibition & Sale opens on Sunday, March 25th.  Utilitarian, sculptural and decorative works of ceramics created by members of the Levis JCC Pottery Guild and its new director, Cynthia Zmetronak, are on display and many will be for sale.  The Rickie Report shares the details here.  RSVP to attend the FREE events.

 

 

 

9801 Donna Klein Blvd.   Boca Raton, FL 33428

www.levisjcc.org

 

 

 

Levis JCC in Boca Raton’s

Nathan D. Rosen Museum Gallery

at the Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center

Presents:

 

Young Adult Artists of Donna Klein Jewish Academy

Opening Reception:

Sunday, March 18th

2:00 – 4:00 pm

 

 

 

 

The Levis JCC Pottery Guild Annual Ceramics Exhibition and Sale

 

Opening Reception:

Sunday, March 25th

1:00 – 3:00 pm

 

Free and open to the public: RSVP to 561-558-2520

The Nathan D. Rosen Museum Gallery is free and open to the public.

21050 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton, FL
(enter off Glades Rd)

 

 

 

Celebrating the Arts:

Artwork by Claire & Emanuel G. Rosenblatt High School Students at DKJA

March 18 – April 30

The Arts program at Donna Klein Jewish Academy provides an environment that encourages exploration, creativity and research in Drama, Art History, Studio Art, Graphic Design and Ceramics. Our 11th and 12th grade Advanced Placement (AP) students prepare portfolios that are submitted to the College Board to receive college credits. Each student creates a series of 12 canvases that explore a unique theme.

Opening Reception – Sunday, March 18, 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Levis JCC Pottery Guild Annual Exhibition & Sale

March 25 – April 19

Utilitarian, sculptural and decorative works of ceramics created by members of the Levis JCC Pottery Guild and its new director, Cynthia Zmetronak, are on display and many will be for sale.

Opening Reception – Sunday, March 25, 1:00 – 3:00 pm

 

 

 

 

The Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center at the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center provides a welcoming environment and a sense of community for active adults of all ages to pursue high quality and enriching educational, cultural, social and recreational experiences. It is located at 21050 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton, FL 33428

 

 

The Levis JCC welcomes individuals of all ages, races, and religious affiliations living in South Florida.

www.levisjcc.org

 

 

 

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Rickie Leiter, Publisher

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17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

 

 

A celebration of every medium of art is taking place on March 17 – 18 during the 14th Annual Coral Springs Festival of the Arts and Crafts.  Held in conjunction with the Coral Springs Art Festival Committee and the City of Coral Springs, it features life-size sculptures, paintings, one-of-a-kind jewelry, photography, ceramics and more during the free, outdoor event.  It includes a separate Green Market as well as live, cultural entertainment.  Presented by Howard Alan Events, producer of the nation’s top outdoor art festivals, 150 artists from 30 different states and dozens of diverse mediums will line the Walk of Coral Springs. The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks.

 

 

 

14th Annual Coral Springs Festival

 

Saturday, March 17

&

Sunday, March 18

 

10 am to 5 pm  Both Days

 

Handmade One-Of-Kind Jewelry by Mike and Liz Rose

The Walk of Coral Springs

Navigational Address: 2874 N. University Drive  33065

Free and open to the public.  Pets on leashes welcome.

 

Reinhard Herzog (MO) Handblown Glass

 

 

EVENT AT-A-GLANCE:

Juried, first-class outdoor art gallery showcasing local and national artists

Original Artwork Handmade in America

More than 150 artists from 30 different states

Prices set to suit all budgets

Artists hand-selected by independent panel of expert judges from hundreds of applicants

All artists on site for duration of festival

Vast array of artistic media including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, glass, wood, handmade jewelry, collage, mixed media

Green Market

Cultural Entertainment

 

Ana Aguerrevere (FL) Still Life Painting

 

 

 

About Howard Alan Events, Inc.:

Howard Alan Events, a Florida-based company, produces the nation’s top juried art and craft shows. Ranked among the Top 100 Art Fairs in the Country by Sunshine Artist Magazine, from Colorado to Florida, Howard Alan Events produces award winning arts and craft festivals in 40 different locations each year.

For additional information on the 30th Annual Las Olas Art Fair and other Howard Alan Events art and craft shows across the country, visit www.artfestival.com or call 561-746-6615.

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

Rickie@therickiereport.com   561-537-0291

17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

 

 

 

The Lake Worth Art League announces two exciting events plus a newly named gallery space!  Art lovers mark your calendars for the “Blooms” Reception on Friday, April 6th.  For Plein Air painters, LWAL is sponsoring a Paint Out at the Palm Beach Zoo on Sunday, March 25th.  The artistry from that field trip will be at the Gallery on Friday, April 6th.  This is open to ALL ARTISTS!  Stop by the Artist’s Eye Gallery & Boutique for wearable art, 2D art, 3D art, functional art pieces and decorative art pieces!  The Rickie Report shares the details here.  

 

LAKE   WORTH   ART   LEAGUE

 

 

 

 

Artist’s Eye Gallery & Boutique: 604 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth FL
(1 block of the Cultural Council)

www.lwartleague.org • facebook.com/lwartleague  lwartleague@gmail.com
561-586-8666

 

PLEIN  AIR  AT THE ZOO!

Animals, birds, and fauna too, Artists invade the Palm Beach Zoo!

 

 LWAL hosts PLEIN  AIR  at the Palm Beach Zoo

 

Open to all artists!
Paint, graphite, photography…

Sunday, March 25, 2017
9:00 AM – Noonish

Meet at the entry gate at 8:45 AM.

The Palm Beach Zoo
1301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Payment to LWAL due by March 20, 2018:  $30.00 **

 

Price includes zoo admission and one piece you create will be included in a Special Exhibit at the Artist’s Eye Gallery & Boutique April 3rd – April 29th.

Take-In for the Special Exhibit is Monday April 2, 10:30-2:30

Opening Reception:

Friday, April 6th

6 — 8  PM

Wine & Nibbles, Open and free to the public.

** Mail checks for zoo event payable to:
Lake Worth Art League
PO Box 949, Lake Worth FL 33460
Cash or credit card payments in person at:
Artist’ Eye Gallery and Boutique: 604 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth
Credit card payments can also be made via telephone at:
561-586-8666.
With payment, please, provide:
Name of attending artist, phone & email.

Artists are responsible for bringing their own equipment and materials to the zoo.

 

 

 

 

 

CALL  TO  ARTISTS:

“BLOOMS”

OPENING RECEPTION:

FRIDAY, APRIL 6TH

6  – 8  PM

 

 

• LWAL is looking for both 2D &3D artwork to be exhibited. Local and non-local artists are invited.
• Exhibit will hang from April 3 – April 29.
• A reception with a wine and nibbles will be held on Friday, April 6th 6:00-8:00PM. Free and open to the public.
• Non-Art League Members can enter 2 pieces for $30 each. Payment made at time of drop off. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted.
• The League retains 20% of all items sold.
• League Rules of Exhibition can be found on our website at www.lwartleague.org.
• 2D items must be wired for hanging. No saw tooth mechanisms will be accepted.
• Please email small jpg at 72 dpi or 4×6 inch along with medium and size to lwartleague@gmail.com. Deadline for submitting is Wednesday, March 28th by 11:59pm.
• Artists will be contacted by email on or before Friday, March 30th.
• Drop off is Monday, April 2nd from 10:30am to 2:00pm at: The Artist’s Eye Gallery & Boutique at 604 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth. Some exceptions can be made if contacted in advance to lwartleague@gmail.com.
• Awards include $100 first place, $75 second place, $50 third place, $25 honorable mention. People’s Choice award is given a ribbon and a prominent location in our next exhibit at no additional fee.

 

 

 

For more information about the ‘Blooms’ exhibit, Plein Air at Palm Beach Zoo, classes, or membership:

www.lwartleague.org

Contact the League at 561-586-8666

lwartleague@gmail.com

Visit the Gallery at 604 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth

Gallery hours are Tuesday-Sunday, noon-4:00 pm

 

 

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

Rickie@therickiereport.com   561-537-0291

17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986