Call to Artists from OSA!

Wayne Jiang Fall Juried Show September 9 - 25 juror:  Wayne Jiang Opening Reception: Sunday, September 9,  1 - 3pm OSA's annual Fall Juried Show, open to OSA members only. Artwork take-in dates:  September 6-7 framing guidelines and entry form on the OSA website.

Steve Kleier Student-Teacher Show October 7 - 24 Opening Reception: Sunday, October 7,  1 - 3pm This year, OSA students may bring in unlimited paintings finished in classes during the 2017-18 year. $25 1-3 paintings, additional paintings, $5 each. Please identify at take-in which OSA instructor/class your work falls under.  Contact: Steve Kleier, stevekleier14@gmail.com Artwork take-in dates:  October 4-5 framing guidelines and entry form on the OSA website.

Rose West 200 for under $200 Show and Sale November 2 -27 juror:  Liz Walker Opening Reception: Friday, November 2,  6 - 8pm Create an art piece on a 12"x12" cradled panel (purchased from OSA with entry fee) for a gala reception, exhibition, and sales extravaganza! This event promises to be a great show and fundraiser for OSA!  Artists are already hard at work -- only a few panels are left to purchase.  The cost for the first panel is $35. $10 for additional panels, maximum 3 per artist.  No commission is taken on artwork sold during this event. Artwork take-in dates:  October 30-31 Information and entry form on the OSA website

Details, dates and times subject to change.  Visit the Gallery Page of the OSA website for the most current information. For additional information about OSA Classes, Workshops, Demonstrations, and Exhibits, visit oregonsocietyofartists.com Oregon Society of Artists 2185 SW Park Place Portland, Oregon 97205 503-228-0706 oregonsa@gmail.com

Painting the Human Head

Painting the Human Head

Wednesday evenings 630-830pm
Instructor: Steve Kleier 

Watercolor or Acrylic
Drop in Fee $25 OSA members

The human head is an endlessly fascination subject. In this series of classes we will learn all about how to draw and paint it with skill and confidence. We will do young people, old people, different ethnic groups and expressions.

Drop in any Wednesday evening and discover something new that will give you new insight and practical techniques for making natural and expressive portraits.
Drop in fee $25

Be Inspired Have Fun, Get Better

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 S.W. Park Place
Portland, Oregon 97205 
503-228-0706 
info@oregonsocietyofartists.com

Steve Kleier Classes

Painting Scenes in Watercolor

Tuesday Morning Watercolor Class 10am-1pm

Drop in Fee $25 OSA members

We have spent the last couple weeks doing Oregon landscapes, which included many water scenes. This week we will add the element of boats. Because of their shape boats are a very particular thing to paint. I will show you how to look at boats like an artist and making them look good in your painting.

Painting Scenes in Acrylic

Tuesday 1:30-4 pm

Drop in Fee $25 OSA members

One of the great things about landscape painting is the way an artist can make the illusion of depth. This affect is often seen in the Oregon landscape. We will take a beautiful Oregon scene and do a simple painting that shows how the atmosphere affects what we see over distance.

Have Fun, Be Inspired, Get Better

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 S.W. Park Place
Portland, Oregon 97205 

503-228-0706 

info@oregonsocietyofartists.com

Basic Watercolor Class

The Very Basics of Watercolor

Steve Kleier
Tuesday September 5, 10-1pm

$25 drop in

This class is for those who want to start from the beginning with watercolor. We start with a brief discussion about colors, materials and set up. Then most of the class will be about controlling the paint and the fundamental techniques of watercolor handling. We will practice graded washes, dry brush, achieving lights and darks and other useful skills.

Unlike oil or acrylic paint that stays where you put it watercolor has a mind of its own. It is this quality of natural interaction between the pigments the water and the paper that give watercolor it's unique character and along with its beautiful transparency has made it so popular.

I have won many awards and have been a watercolor teacher for more than 10 years. I enjoy painting all subjects and a variety of techniques. Join me for fun and learning. 

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 S.W. Park Place
Portland, Oregon 97205 503-228-0706 info@oregonsocietyofartists.com

Classes with Steve Kleier

OSA Classes with Steve Kleier

 
Drawing and Watercolor
Landscape Series begins February 22
Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30 pm

This week we begin a series of lessons about drawing and painting the landscape. Landscape is one of the most popular and compelling subjects in art. It also appears in many paintings as background or setting so a good understanding of its qualities is essential for any artist.

These lessons are designed to teach you how to create powerful paintings with depth and that capture the feeling of the outdoors. Join Steve for fun and learning.

Drop in $20

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place
Portland, Oregon  97201
503-228-0706
www.OregonSocietyOfArtists.com

Steve Kleier Acrylic Painting Classes start January 2017

Fundamentals of Acrylic Painting
5 Tuesdays in January 3-31
 2-4 pm
Tuition $125

 Modern acrylic paint is so versatile and forgiving that it is a great medium for any style. In this fun and practical class we will learn how to get the results we want with direct painting. Using a variety of subjects we will learn brushwork, glazing, knife and impasto plus how to add the finishing touch. Each lesson will include practical information about drawing, color and composition.

Pallet Knife Painting in Acrylic or Oil
4 Tuesdays in February 7-28
 2-4 pm
Tuition $100

Painting with a knife is an exciting way to express a painting. Working thick or thin with delicate attention or
 bold strokes this technique is the most expressive way to paint. In these lessons we will learn when to control and when to let go to make beautiful exciting paintings. Using a variety of subjects we will apply principles of design to start each project.

Register for all classes or prorate if needed.
$35 drop in


 Materials
-Some thing to paint on. Canvas, paper, wood, cardboard.
-Paint (bring what you have or see list)
-Palette
-Clean up rags or paper towels
-Selection of brushes
-Palette knife

Basic colors:
Black
White
Yellow Ochre
Cad Red Light
Cad Yellow Light
Alizarin Crimson
Ultra Blue
Prussian Blue

For more information call Steve @ 503-775-6562
Kman@spiritone.com

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place
Portland, Oregon  97201
503-228-0706
www.OregonSocietyOfArtists.com

Watercolor Classes with Steve Kleier

 Steve Kleier Watercolor Classes

Tuesday 10am-1 Nov 15
I often use winter or Christmas themes this time of year. This week we have two images to choose from, both charming in their own way. Contact me if you would like the reference photos for these wintry scenes.
Drop in $25

Drawing Fundamentals Tuesday 2-4pm Nov 1 5
This lesson continues our study of the human head. This time we will look at the difference between the male and female head before we try them in watercolor. Contact me if you would like the reference photos. Bring a good size sketchbook and charcoal, drawing pencil or watercolor.
Drop in $20

 Drawing and Watercolor Wednesday 630-830pm Nov 16
This week we start our study of drawing and painting the human figure in watercolor. We will start with the basics so this is a good time to start if you are interested in this subject. Contact me for the reference photo. I begin with a charcoal value study then continue with a watercolor demonstration.
Drop in $20

If you have questions or would like to be added to my weekly email that describes the upcoming lesson contact steve@stevekleier.com

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place
Portland, Oregon  97201
503-228-0706
www.OregonSocietyOfArtists.com

Steve Kleier Watercolor Classes

Steve Kleier Classes at OSA

Watercolor Tuesday 10am-1 Nov 1
This week we continue lessons about architecture in the landscape. This week our motive is the Golden Gate Bridge I will begin with a charcoal value study do work out the drawing and composition and use that as a guide for a watercolor painting demonstration. The lesson starts with a critique so bring in any drawings or paintings you would like feedback on. (Limit 2).

 
Drawing Fundamentals Tuesday 2-4pm Nov 1
This lesson begins our study of the human head. We will study this complicated and rewarding subject by rendering it in light and shadow, chiaroscuro. Bring a good size sketchbook and charcoal, drawing pencil or watercolor.
Drop in $20


Drawing and Watercolor Wednesday 630-830pm Nov 2
We had a good discussion last week about philosophy of art. Then painted a winter landscape in a tonal palette. This week we will discuss color theory. Contact me for the reference photo. I begin with a charcoal value study then continue with a watercolor demonstration.
Drop in $20

If you have questions or would like to be added to my weekly email that describes the upcoming lesson contact steve@stevekleier.com

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place
Portland, Oregon  97201
503-228-0706
www.OregonSocietyOfArtists.com

Steve Kleier Classes at OSA

Work by Steve Kleier

The sky is turning steely so autumn looms. Steve is putting aside the warmth of summer for the energy of fall. Its a great time to get back to drawing and painting. The classes Steve offers at OSA resume Tuesday and Wednesday Sept 13 and 14.

Tuesday morning Watercolor Class, 10am-1pm. We will start the year by reviewing some fundamentals and applying them to landscape  painting. Like last year, the subjects will vary and as the year progresses we will cover a wide range of subjects and technique. Follow along or create your own. $25 drop in fee.

Wednesday evening Drawing and Painting, 630-830pm. This fall we will start with some watercolor fundamentals and how to use them in painting. This class is very similar to the Tuesday morning class and often shares the same subject. Follow along or create your own. It is a 2 hour class so the fee is $20 drop in.

NEW for 2016 Tuesday afternoon Drawing Class!
Tuesday Afternoon Drawing Class begins September 13, 2-4pm
This Tuesday afternoon class will offer lessons of special interest. Each month is a new topic and will give the student a solid understanding of a specific topic of drawing or painting. September is using travel photos. Each week I will demonstrate a technique using travel photos for reference. Follow along or create your own. These lessons are full of useful information presented in a clear, relaxed environment. I have been an instructor at the OSA since 2007. Join me for fun and learning. Since these lessons are sequential I suggest to sign up for the series, one calendar month each. $25 each for the series of $30 each drop in.

Bring your usual materials to start.

If you would like information on any of these classes contact the OSA office at oregonsa@gmail.com or Steve at steve@stevekleier.com.

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place
Portland, Oregon  97201
503-228-0706
www.OregonSocietyOfArtists.com

Plein Air at the Pittock!

Steve Klieir's  watercolor class was invited to join him last week for an impromptu plein air session at the Pittock Mansion.  Sally Wickham explains, "We ignored the scaffolding around the facade (see Pittock Website explaining current renovations) and painted architectural form and fauna."  Wickham's watercolor is a light and breezy rendering of this Portland landmark.  Instructor, Steve Klieir, painted another version from a similar view point that captures the morning light.

Steve has taken his class on other plein air summer adventures like Ilwaco Wa. where they painted fishing vessels and cannery row.  His watercolor class resumes on Tuesday, September 10h in the upper class room.  A full listing of fall classes can be found here.  Check here for the current newsletter and remember you don't have to be a member to attend the monthly meetings!
   In case you missed it, Oregon Society of Artists will have a booth at Art in the Pearl.  We will be right at Park Place and Couch so stop by and see the non stop painting demonstrators all weekend long!

Photos Don't Rule the Composition

Steve Kleier  has searched his photos for the perfect composition and is here to tell you,"It isn't going to exist!" But that's a good thing. Before Steve ever got to paper and paint he did a full size sketch using his photo as a Guide - The boat and dock weren't even there and he zoomed in on all the buildings and piers on the right. Whether you paint from life, outdoors or a photo be sure to get away from an exact replica of your photograph and create a more interesting painting.  Check the slide show below for the progress of Steve's work today.  Steve teaches watercolor on Tuesday at 10-1pm at Oregon Society of Artists.