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OCTOBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
David Simons
is the Featured Artist at our October 10th
General Meeting
David Simons, a self- taught artist from Tubac Arizona, has been painting for over 30 years. His oil paintings of southwest scenes, seascapes, portraits and still fife, have gained him recognition as one of the most notable artists in the Southwest.
David’s work has been published in local and national magazines such as Southwest Art, Art Talk Magazine and Arizona Highways. His artwork extends to collectors worldwide. David shares his painting experience and knowledge by hosting oil painting workshops in Tubac and Green Valley. “Oil painting for me is a meditative experience—essential to my well-being. A necessary part of my life. Painting brings me great joy. I hope it uplifts the hearts of those who view my work. I like to explore the subtle ways that light affects the subject. I also enjoy color, but the value relationships in a scene are what interest me most. I also like the emphasize the abstract nature of what surrounds us.”
President’s Letter
As we move into Fall many of our members are returning and that’s a signal of our “busy” season for SRAL. We can hardly wait to start thinking about our show season and all the excitement it brings. Before we get too excited, November is also an important month for SRAL. Our November General Meeting, which will be considered an “Official” meeting, we will be voting for the 2020 Board Members. It is VERY important that you attend the November meeting to cast your vote as we need a quorum of members to adopt the new Board. The 1st VP position is not filled at this time. If you have interest in helping out in a big way, please contact Cindy Hasse at [email protected] October is the time to think about renewing your membership. You must fill out a membership/renewal form and submit with your $35.00 which will give you the privilege of being a member from October 2019 to December 31st, 2020. Remember if you do not renew by January 1, 2020 the fee rises to $40.00! For those who have not arrived in Green Valley you may mail your membership fee and use the online membership form at https://srart.org/forms/membership_appl.php . Please use the P.O. 264, Green Valley, AZ 85622 for any written correspondence. Happy Painting to all of you! Nancy Wesorick
Important Notice!
The SRAL Studio will be closed on Monday, October 7th. GVR is installing a video projector and screen. They have asked that the Studio be closed for liability reasons while they are working. They do not want to drop things on our heads!!! The video projector will be used by Special Interest Groups after leaders have been trained on it’s use. More to come on this later.
Oil Painting Group begins October 12th
The Oil Painters of the Art League (OPAL) Group begins its third year on
Saturday, Oct 12, from 9am ‘til noon in the main studio. The group is open to all members who have paid their dues and it’s free. The focus is on oil painting but also includes art history, current trends, experimentation, and new avenues in art. During each session there is usually some art instruction presenting oil painting techniques followed by the group applying those techniques. In addition as a group, we visit galleries to talk to the artists and gallery managers, as well as museums to keep aware of classical trends. The members are encouraged to enter SRAL art shows, such as the Old Masters Show in January -- OPAL will have it own show during March at the Canoa Ranch Social Center gallery. If you are interested in oil painting, please attend a session (even if it’s just to see what’s happening) – we meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month until April. We would love to have you join us. For more information, visit: http://www.artleague.info/opal http://www.artleague.info/opal-sessions
Oil Painting for Beginners -- Morning
Workshop
On Saturday, Oct 19, there will be a special session to introduce members who would like to begin using oil paints but feel like they may lack sufficient knowledge as to where to begin. This will be a simple, “introduction to oil painting” session. The meeting will be held in the Main Studio from 9am to noon. The session will cover: Best practices for using oils What to know before you begin Choosing a composition Preparing a painting palette Mixing colors Most effective color combinations 1st layer, 2nd layer, 3rd layer When do you stop? And, finishing your masterpiece
SRAL CURRENT SHOWS
CANOA HILLS SOCIAL CENTER
A Permanent Show went up in the Canoa Hills Auditorium July 13th. 17 artists are
on display: Ken Adams, Brian Bauman, Kathleen Bolivar, Deanna Brooks, Joyce Cox, Cynthia Haase, Edie Hederer-Lauterbach, Audrey Hembree, Jan Holland, Sharon Irish, Karen Keim; Nan Lux, Del Marinello, Ann Mason, Bonnie Roberts, Laurel Sponseller, and Fran Sutherland. Stop by and take a look – the show will hang until mid-October. Below are some of the pieces on display : Feelin’ Blue by Nan Lux; Rough Cactus by Edie Hederer-Lauterbach; Honeycomb by Jan Holland and Cactus in Bloom by Audrey Hembree.
A new Canoa Hills Permanent Show will go up October 26th in the auditorium and will hang until January. The show is open to all members and paintings can be any size, media and style, framed or gallery wrapped. The walls easily hold 3x3’s to small 8x10’s. There is no theme and it is not juried. Please follow the SRART guidelines for framing, and hanging. Please no glass over 16x20. Send an E-mail to Deanna Brooks: [email protected] by October 14th or call 520-625-1130 with the following information: Your Name and GVR number; Painting title/s and Medium used; Outside dimensions (including frame); and Phone number and E-mail address.
DESERT HILLS PERMANENT SHOW
It’s time to change out paintings at Desert Hills. If you currently have paintings hanging at Desert Hills auditorium, please pick them up Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 1:00PM. Do you have some paintings that are just sitting around your house? We would love for you to submit them for hanging at Desert Hills on October 5, 2019 at 1PM. Paintings will be shown from October 2019 – January 4, 2020. If interested in showing your paintings please send the following information to Nancy Wesorick, [email protected], by October 2, 2019. Your name Painting Title Medium Email
Phone number
LA POSADA
Leslie Berry's and Arlene Szypulski's art work is at La Posada now through
the end of October.
A sampling of Lesile Berry's artwork that is on display.
A sampling of Arlene Szypulski's artwork that is on display.
The Abstract Show is Coming Up...
Call for Abstract Artists! Upcoming exhibition of all styles of abstract work at Canoa Hills Rec Center in November. Deadline for entry is October 25, 2019. Artists may enter up to two (2) works and please note there is a size restriction (24" x 24" for squares or 20" x 26" for rectangle surfaces.) There are no entry fees. Delivery of work is Friday, November 1st with a reception Thursday, November 7th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Please consult our website (click here) or contact Cindy Haase [email protected] or Altie Metcalf [email protected] for additional information.
Left - Nan Lux "Solid Ground" Right - Jean Makela "Color Play
Get Ready for the Masters Show
The Art League's annual Masters Show will begin in January 2020 at GVR's West Center Gallery. Reproductions of paintings created before 1940 are eligible for the show. In addition, there will be a special section highlighting works by Birger Sandzen (known as The American Van Gogh) and works by the six founding members of The Taos Society of Artists (Joseph Henry Sharp, E. Irving Couse, Oscar E. Berninghaus, W. Herbert Dunton, Ernest Blumenschein, & Bert Phillips). The Masters Show is probably one of the most popular SRAL shows because of the high quality of art completed by our members, and it is held during the busiest month for activities in the West Center.
Top left - Pines by the Sea, by Birger Sandzen Right - The Lookout, by William Herbert Dunton Bottom – White Blanket and Blue Spruce, by Ernest Blumenschein
CPAC
The Southwest Ten and Sky Islanders Extravaganza 3 featuring 19 award
winning Green Valley artists continues at the Community Performance and Arts Center. The final display for this event is ongoing through October 30, 2019 in the Gallery and Theater Lobby. You’re invited to attend the Meet the Artist demo event on October 11 from 6:00-7:00 PM.
Painting Alla Prima
Sharon Wirth will complete a small oil study, working nonstop. As she works, Sharon will discuss composition, values and color.
Black, White, and a Splash of Color
Karen Metcalf will demonstrate the techniques she used for her recent “Statuesque Saguaro Series.”
UPCOMING CPAC ART COMPETITIONS
Flyers are Available in SRAL's Studio or view them at http://www.performingartscenter.org/programs/adult-education/adult-
workshops/
START PAINTING!
Sonoran Perspective II
A Tribute to the Southwest Featuring Work by Arizona Artists
In the Gallery, October 31 – December 20, 2019 Reception: Thursday, October 31st
from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Collage/Mixed Media Celebration II
Featuring Work by Arizona Artists In the Gallery & Theater Lobby
January 1 – 31, 2020 Reception: Friday, January 8th
from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Through the Lens
A Photography Exhibit
Featuring Work by Arizona Artists In the Gallery & Theater Lobby February 28 – March 31, 2020
Reception: Friday, February 28th from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Art of Re-Cycle VII
Featuring Work by Arizona Artists In the Gallery & Theater Lobby
April 1 – May 15, 2020 Reception: Friday, April 3rd
from 5:30 to 7:00 PM
2019 - 2020 Workshops
More Information Availability at: http://www.performingartscenter.org/programs/adult-education/adult-workshops/
SUGGESTIVE BRUSHWORK
Instructor: David Simons Dates: November 6th, 7th, and 8th Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $365, Early Bird Special $330 if paid in full by October 9, 2019
DISCOVERING YOUR AUTHENTIC VIEW
Using Photo Treasures for Creative Watercolor Expression
Instructor: Roberta Rogers
Dates: December 4th, 5th, and 6th Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $330, Early Bird Special $300 if paid in full by November 6, 2019.
Process – Purpose – Passion:
Painting Beyond the Obvious, An exploration of Abstract Painting with Oil & Cold Wax
Instructor: James Edward Scherbarth Dates: January 8th, 9th, and 10th Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $385, Early Bird Special $350 if paid in full by December 11, 2019
SUGGESTIVE BRUSHWORK
Instructor: David Simons Dates: January 22nd, 23rd, and 24th Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $365, Early Bird Special $330 if paid in full by December 27, 2019
ArtMythos: Telling our Stories thru Book Making and Gelli Printing
Instructor: Robyn McClendon Dates: February 12th, 13th, and 14th Time: February 12th: 1:00 - 4:00 PM, February 13th and 14th: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $410, Early Bird Special $375 if paid in full by January 15, 2019 Supply Fee: $10
Exploring Monet’s Garden
Instructor: Tonja Sell Dates: March 15th and 16th Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $285, Early Bird Special $260 if paid in full February 16, 2020
Abstraction to Realism; Merging Oil and Cold wax
Instructor: Tonja Sell Dates: March 17th and 18th Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fee: $285, Early Bird Special $260 if paid in full February 18, 2020
Oil Painting: Impressionism - Better Paintings Through Simplifying!
Instructor: Charles Thomas
Dates: March 30th and 31st Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM Fee: $285, Early Bird Special $260 if paid in full by March 2, 2020
ON-GOING CLASSES
More Information Availability at: http://www.performingartscenter.org/programs/adult-education/adult-weekly-classes/
Registration for workshops and weekly classes starts on June 24, 2019
Expressive Pastels (From Semi-Realism to Abstract)
Instructor: Cynthia Haase Dates: Every Monday, Nov 4 - Dec 16, 2019 and Jan 6 - April 20, 2020 Time: 9 AM - 12:00 PM Fee: $37.50/3-hour Session Paper and Pastels: Available for a materials fee of $4.00 per class.
Scratchboard/Watercolor: Combining Drawing
with Painting
Instructor: Rick Wheeler Dates: Every Tuesday, January 7 to April 21, 2020 Time: 9 AM - 12:00 PM Fee: $45/3-hour class or a special price of $75 instead of $90, if you register for both a morning and afternoon class with Rick on the same day.
Acrylic Landscape: a Painterly Approach
Instructor: Rick Wheeler Dates: Every Tuesday, January 7 to April 21, 2020 Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Fee: $45/3-hour class or a special price of $75 instead of $90, if you register for both a morning and afternoon class with Rick on the same day.
An Opportunity to Show Your Paintings
Call to artists who live in Pima County. Get ready for the next Call to Artists October 17-23, 2019 for a show at Joel D. Valdez Main Library in Tucson. You can submit 5 images of your paintings. All types of media are accepted and considered. An artist statement of no more than 250 words is required. This is a juried show. During the October 17-23 call to artists you should enter your images via submittable JPG, TIFF and PNG files will be accepted. For further questions email [email protected], Arts and Exhibits Librarian for Pima County.
THE TUBAC SCHOOL OF FINE ART'S Schedule is now available. Check their website for more info -
click here
Tubac Center of the Arts
Tubac Center of the Arts offers workshops in a variety of mediums and skill levels. There's something for everyone. Learn something new today! Register for a course with your credit card anytime, day or night. We are located in the historic artist community of Tubac, AZ, about 40 miles south of Tucson. We look forward to your visit. Visit our website https://tubac-center-of-the-arts.coursestorm.com/
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
ABSTRACT BRIGGade
The next monthly meeting of the SRAL Abstract BRIGGade group will be on Friday, October 11, at 9:30 AM in the Studio. Do come join in with your art pieces, your newest Ideas, and share in the fun of abstract art.
COLLAGE MIXED MEDIA The Collage Mixed Media Group meets on the first and third Wednesdays of every month
in the Main Studio from 9 am until noon. The first meeting of the month is a working
session with gentle critique, and the second meeting of the month (Nov-April) is normally a demonstration. All topics presented are for those interested in the art of collage and mixed media fine art.
DRAW, DOODLE AND TANGLE GROUP
The Draw, Doodle, and Tangle Group meets every Wednesday in the Main Studio from 1:00 to 3:00. The intent of our group is to provide a venue for anyone interested in developing, improving, and challenging their creative spirit through drawing (basic pencil and ink techniques), doodling (random lines and shapes), and tangling (repetitive patterns, i.e., Zentangle®).
LIFE DRAWING
The Life Drawing Group meets the first Saturday of the month, from November through May, for quick sketches and longer poses of a classically trained model. Come enjoy some relaxed figure studies with fellow artists. Any medium is accepted. The model fee is $5.00. For more information, to request to be placed on the group email list for last minute updates, or to reserve a spot, please email Nanci Sheppard at [email protected] call (541) 519-3780). We start each session promptly at 9 am. Please arrive a bit early to set up.
OIL PAINTERS of the ART LEAGUE (OPAL)
OPAL holds art sessions on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays from October to April, 9am to noon, in the SRAL main studio. There is no cost to participants – all instructors volunteer their time to help the artists. The group is open to all Art League members interested in pursuing their love of creating fine art with oil paints Any member who wants to learn more about oil painting is certainly welcome to attend the sessions – we would love to have you. For more information about the OPAL group go to Opal .
PASTEL GROUP
NOTE CHANGE The SRAL Pastel Group will be meeting on the first and third Tuesdays of each month during the summer in the main studio from 9 am - 12 pm. Our members meet to support each other, to work independently, to share their knowledge, tips and techniques and to make friends. Come join us and discover the great properties this medium has to
offer. The following website does a fabulous job of introducing soft pastels - https://www.mallgalleries.org.uk/learning/resources/history-pastels Jean Schwafel will monitor this group during the summer.
PLEIN AIR
During the months of May through October there is no formal planning for paintouts. Instead, an occasional email is sent to those who are interested with details of the next planned time and location. If you wish to receive this information for summer plein air painting, please email your request to [email protected].
PORTRAIT
We will resume our winter schedule in October. We meet from one to three on Tuesday’s in the studio. A volunteer model sits for twenty minutes sets with short breaks. The same pose for the afternoon. There is a short critique. All media welcome. No models for early October yet. Help!!!
PRINT GUILD On Thursday, October 24, John McGavern will demonstrate a technique for Akua Color printmaking. Any SRAL members are welcome. We meet in Room A of the SRAL Studio 9:30-noon.
Tuesday Group The SRAL Tuesday Group meets on Tuesdays at 9:00AM in the Studio. This is a VERY informal group, all mediums are welcomed and encouraged, it's as much about socializing as it is painting. There is no leader for this group but we frequently hold friendly, very gentle critiques about 11:00AM. If you are looking for suggestions about what to do next on your painting, or just a little companionship, come join us.
WATERCOLOR
The Santa Rita Art League Watercolor Group meets on Friday mornings from 9 a.m. until 12 noon. We usually utilize the lighting and space in the large Media Room. However, on occasion we work in Studio A when the Media Room is used for classes or large meetings. We are a diversified group using a multitude of techniques from beginners to those who have honed their approach over the years. It is an informal fun gathering with no instruction or critiquing, although we often elect to ask for advice from fellow painters. SRAL has a wonderful section on Watercolors in it's library! Grab your watercolors and come join us! During the summer and early fall, Brian Bauman and Sharon Irish will oversee the group opening and closing the facility.
