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 DECEMBER 2006 A landscape clean and crisp in form and colour, rich in inspiration is all that an artist could wish for, begging to be used, and full of inherent possibilities... (Frank Carmichael) |
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 By Theresa Quirk |
Letter from the Director
I am thrilled to be part of a wonderful and much needed service to the artist community both here and across the pond! In the coming months there will be much growth and to those of you who have already involved yourselves, welcome! Unlike an Art Association, this is different. So keep abreast of the many changes coming ahead by subscribing today. Our vision is to capture what cannot be kept and to create and preserve the art in our communities for generations to come. Explore our countrysides, meet new artists, learn new methodologies, and grow and prosper in rewarding environments. Together we can make a heavy statement and create global movement. The HAU welcomes your input and submission of your articles regarding travel locations, art, and artists and experiences. So please send your briefs in, as we'd love to hear from you! |
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Welcome, John Stoa Scotland Central, Dundee
John uses oil paint, acrylic paint, and watercolour along with strong colour tones to create drama in his Scottish landscape paintings, which are made in Glendoll near the Corrie Fee, the Dighty Burn in Dundee, the dramatic setting of the Forfar Loch, and Loch Lubnaig in the Trossachs. John has recently accompanied a party of American en-plenair mountain painters from the Colorado area that came to Scotland in October of 2006 for the upcoming annual show "Castles & Clans." John helped with selecting the best places to paint, accommodations, finding places to eat, and enjoying social entertainment together. The Exhibition will be held at Lochvale Fine Arts in Colorado. For more information on this go to www.lochvalefineart.com. |
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Welcome, John Morris Southwest Ireland Killarney, County Kerry, County Cork, Ireland
His paintings are about light and the effects of light on objects such as figures, water, and landscape; they highlight minute colour changes. Composition is important and he therefore spends a lot of time getting it right before he even starts to paint. John believes we can all learn from other painters. "I am aware of the lessons learned by other artists with regard to, for instance, composition, the division of the picture and colour theory. One can learn a lot by looking at other people’s work and by studying other artists." Read more about John and see some examples of his fascinating work online at www.johnmorrisartist.com |
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Welcome, Ned Mueller Northwest US, Washington State
Born in Wisconsin and raised in Montana, Ned Mueller has been drawing and painting all of his life. He graduated from the prestigious Art Center School of Design in Los Angeles where he also taught drawing while still a student. His love for life and art is reflected in his superb paintings of a wide range of subjects done in several mediums. Ned had worked as an illustrator for 25 years while building a solid foundation of professionalism and he has worked as a successful full-time artist since 1984. Ned has continued to enhance his knowledge and skills by taking workshops with master artists Harley Brown, Richard Schmid, Bettina Steinke, Del Gish, and Sergei Bongart. He has written several articles on painting for the Artists Magazine, is called upon to jury shows, and is a popular and enthusiastic workshop teacher both domestically and internationally. Read more about Ned at www.nedmueller.com |
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| Welcome, David Lussier Northeast US, Connecticut
David paints and teaches with his wife Pamela Simpson Lussier. They own a gallery in Woodstock CT. They specialize in New England painting. They will be happy to give a workshop across the pond also. David Lussier's plein air landscapes reflect an interest in strong Impressionistic brushwork and the value relationships of color, as influenced by Robert Henri, George bellows and Emile Gruppe. David's oil landscapes feature bold strokes from a narrow palette of colors, conveying an emotional energy that begs the viewer to return for a second look. Read more about David at www.davidlussier.com |
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Annual "Castles and Clans" Exhibition December 5th, 2006 to March 5th, 2007
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Painting in Ireland by Nathalie Hall If you enjoy painting landscapes this is one of the most mystical places to visit. Just a short flight away, Ireland has a vast unspoiled coastline as well as lush green pastures, distant mountains, and barren dry land. The atmosphere offers challenging atmospheres and the moist air makes the colors come alive. The mood is simply captivating.  The ConnemarraIf you're thinking of painting in Ireland start in the Connemarra, a real favorite with artists. A few hours North of Shannon Airport*, Renvyle House Hotel is remotely located on the unspoiled coast of Connemara and is nestled between the mountains and the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. It is surrounded by some 200 acres of farm, lake and walking lands. Renyvle is also centrally located near Twelve Bens and the Atlantic Ocean so that it is surrounded by Inishbofin, Inisturk, and the Clare Islands. Their web site is, http://www.renvyle.com. Sabina Flaherty of the Hotel has wonderful rates available for artists especially during the mid-week. You can call her direct at: Tel. 00 353 95 43511. *Located in Co. Clare, Shannon Airport is an hour and a half's drive south of Galway City. The local weather forecast this week for the Galway area is 42 - 53°
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New Book Released This book will encourage you to let your intuition rule when you paint outdoors. Step-by-step demonstrations and stimulating practice exercised in the studio will prepare you for your adventures outside. I encourage you to paint both outdoors and inside. Contemplative study in the solitude of your studio is important to your development into a highly skilled passionate plein air painter. A balanced approach in which you work both indoors and outdoors will foster your growth as an artist painting with purpose. The great painters of the past created thoughtful art in the studios with no loss of the vitality and spontaneity we associate with painting outdoors. We will explore ways to relive the outdoor experience, enlarge our ideas and refine our compositions. Discover the secrets to retaining the vitality, spontaneity and harmony of painting outdoors, while using your picture-making skills to create a more thoughtful and powerful statement. Full of fresh air and fresh art, Landscape Painting Inside and Out will guide and encourage beginners while challenging more accomplished artists to bring greater vitality and a more natural, less formulaic finish to their paintings. |
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New DVD Now Shipping "Richard Schmid Paints the Landscape - May" Number three in a series of Oil Painting Demonstrations by Richard Schmid $75 plus shipping |
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| The 8th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational Held October 8 – 15, 2006 Each year, nationally recognized artists from across the country are selected by the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association to participate in the Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational. Going into its eighth year, the event has become a Laguna Beach tradition, drawing more than 400 guests to the Collectors Dinner and hundreds of art lovers to the “quick draws” and public art sales. The weeklong event attracts well in excess of 1,000 people. After painting in and around the city of Laguna Beach throughout the week, each artist selects three paintings completed during the Invitational. (con't) |
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True Colors by Robert Genn There are colourists and there are colourists. There are those among us whose colours are clunky and crude--and there are those whose colours are deadly, tasty, and "right on." There are even some, like Paul Gauguin, who believe colour ought to be arbitrary--that is, it's a good idea if the sky is green and the grass is red. While we're at it, there are those who think tone values are more important than hue--which is similar to saying colour is arbitrary. But even newly baptized novices know that if you manage to get the right colour your painting can look "true." God may work in light, but we mortals work in pigment. Getting the colour of the light through haze in front of a distant range of hills is, for many, the Holy Grail. It's not in the magic of some new pigment, it's a matter of looking, seeing, mixing, testing and adjusting. Read More of Robert Genn's "True Colors" at: http://www.painterskeys.com |
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Wayne Art Center 2007 Plein Air Festival Wayne, PA. USA The 2007 Wayne Art Center Plein Air Festival will take place from April 25th–28th 2007. Artists may paint anywhere within a specified radius of the Art Center. On April 28th a designated location will be announced for the public to observe artists painting. The Wayne area is known for its scenic beauty and historical landmarks. Painting locations will include pastoral vistas, gardens, historic and unique architectural structures, charming towns, neighborhoods and industrial areas. The sale and exhibition of paintings completed during the festival will be featured at a Gala Preview and Artists’ Reception on Saturday, April 28th from 6–9 pm. The show will open to the public on Sunday, April 29th and continue through May 26th 2007. Artists should submit (3) slides or digital images of their original plein air paintings to be considered. Work must have been completed within past two years. For 75 years, the Wayne Art Center has been enriching its community through the arts. Today their mission is two-fold: offering instruction in the visual and performing arts for |
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OPPORTUNITIES Please note that the HA creative directors are currently funding this publication out of their own pockets so that we regretfully cannot offer any compensation at this time, however we have recruited a talented creative staff composed of dedicated members who submit their work gratis.
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I wish to welcome John Stoa as a new HAU Advisor for the Scotland Central Area of Dundee.
