| Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life. ~ Amy Poehler |
One of my favorite parts of college was the energy of being around so many other artists. That enthusiasm and passion was contagious and I loved the opportunity to get swept away in it. Art project ideas were tossed about and freely shared, the possibilities were endless. If I were stuck it was just a matter of turning to someone nearby for advice to get the project moving again.
- This week’s artist is – Lena Danya – an artist in Florida who I found on YouTube. She’s an oil painter with a focus on water and elements of the female presence in her work. Lena’s done a fabulous job of using social media to build a career as an artist – check out her videos to see her working, behind the scenes, art tips, and more. Not to mention her instagram, facebook, and website!
- The Scrapbook Nook has a full schedule of upcoming classes! Stop by tomorrow at 1 to make a wood crate project. Friday at 1 the Coloring Guild will be meeting. Join in Saturday at 10 to make 4 cards, using a variety of materials! Then Tuesday at 1 you can make 3 specialty cards. Wednesday at 11 is an open class if you want company as you create.
- If you haven’t yet made it out to see Patrice DeLorenzo‘s new show, Soft Spoken – it will be up until February 8th at Olio in Mancos (114 West Grande Ave).
- In case you might be curious, here are excerpts from Gandalf’s (or Sir Ian McKellen’s) diaries during the making of the Lord of the Rings.
- There are just another few days to see Lexis Loeb‘s show, The Importance of Remembering, at the Recess Gallery in Studio &. It comes down on Friday.
- Snowdown is here! There are lots and lots of events. The light parade is Friday. Saturday is the official costume contest. Saturday and Sunday there are hot air balloon mass ascensions.
- Whatever you decided to do, don’t forget to look up while perambulating.
- If that’s enough fun, you can get free books on Sunday from 11-3 at Downtown Security Storage, 923 Narrow Gauge Ave thanks to Durango Book Rescue!
- Local artist Susan Brightman will be hosting an Open Art Studio and Instruction Session every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. at Pine River Library in Bayfield. The Studio will run each week until the end of April. For $5, participants can come paint without instruction, and for $12, Susan will provide participants with a project and guidance. Punch cards will be available for a discounted price (10 Open Art Sessions: $40, 10 Instruction Sessions: $100).
- Park Elementary School is seeking artists for a mural project on the east-facing wall of their school! The elementary school is located at 510 E 6th Avenue. The muralist has the option to keep the design contained within the 1st level 5′ band around the windows, or expand up onto the 2nd level. This wall is highly visible from the bus pickup/drop-off and to pedestrians. The mural must feature original, one of a kind, new work. If known images are used, the artist is responsible for obtaining all copyright permission and paying all license fees. It must be completed by August 13, 2020. – If this sounds interesting to you, let me know and I’ll forward on more information. Applications due by Friday, February 7th.
- This is just one person’s method of writing. Here is another person’s thoughts.
- This is just how one person’s paintings begin.
- This is just one person’s advice on how to tell when a painting is done.
- This week’s featured products are notebooks! We have a variety of sketch and notebooks. Whether you want to doodle, journal, or do both we’ve got an option for you!
Just like being in art school, I love being part of the Art Supply House. You come in with a gleam in your eye, excited about your current project or eagerly contemplating the next one. Sometimes it’s the other way around – you’re unsure of the next step but we can help you along with a fresh perspective. We all boost each other’s energy and help to ensure that the creative muses are busy feeding us ideas. Thank you so much for the opportunity to be a part of this community! For allowing us, in whatever small way we can, to help you make your art!
Cheers!
Matthew & the Art Supply House crew
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