Thursday, January 26, 2012

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

New for 2012!


The Gallery will open for First Thursday!  The member meeting and evening demonstration is moving to First Thursday as well.   Doors will open February 2nd at 5:30 pm, The critique group will run from 6pm followed by the meeting and evening demo close to 7pm.   Our Guest speaker and demonstrator is Barbara McDonald, long time member and volunteer of OSA.  She will be demonstrating her drawing techniques with graphite and how she prepares to make greeting cards.  Your critique leader for the evening will be Lorraine Busheck
The gallery show for February will be the Family and Friends Show; for members that have little and old budding artists in the household.  Looks like a good time coming for all that can attend.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

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.



Saturday, August 20, 2011

Summer in Portland at it's Finest

     Many of the OSA painters like to work outdoors in  Summer just up the hill at Washington Park.  We had a paint out this week with eight happy plein air painters in the rose garden. Every medium is a favorite; oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor.
     OSA President, Kris Kuster sends on the following reminders;
  • Upcoming Juried Show for all active members. Take in Art Tuesday August 30th. from 10:00 to 4:00 2 pieces, $20 entry fee.
    Reception Sunday September, 4 from 1:00 to 4:00


    Looking for easels that you are no longer using to donate to OSA.

    If you are interested in doing a demonstration ?presentation at one of our meeting please contact the office, Nancy Klos or Steve Kleier
    503-228-0706 nancyklos@gmail.com steve@stevekleier.com

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Craig Srebnik 3 Day Workshop, June 2, 3, 4. 9am to 4pm



Secrets from the Masters Series — Flesh Tones & Portraits


June 2, 3 &4 , Craig Srebnik, $265 for members - $295 for non-members, 9:00-4:00

Craig’s sinuous, romantic figures are reminiscent of the timeless beauty of Classical and Baroque Masters, combined with the light, atmosphere and expressive brushwork of contemporary Impressionism. At this three day event, Craig will introduce and demonstrate his methods — the “Secrets” used by Classical through contemporary figure painting Masters. Craig's packed evening demonstration at OSA was a perfect introduction to how he teaches. Look for a complete description online. Open to artists of all levels. Demonstrations are in oil.
 
 
http://www.csfineart.com/

Contact Oregon Society of  Artists to register.   503-228-0706
http://www.oregonsocietyofartists.com/

Friday, January 14, 2011

RACC 2011 Artists Workshop Series

RACC 2011 Artists Workshop Series

From January through June 2011, RACC will present 11 professional development workshops for local artists. Each workshop is offered at an affordable price as part of RACC’s commitment to providing learning opportunities that help artists become more successful in their careers.
Link to a workshop below, and see online registration link at bottom of the page. Take 5 workshops and save 20%.


If you dislike the marketing grind and know, in your heart, that there must be a better way to build a thriving business, this workshop is for you. Whether you’re a new business owner or...
Event Date:
1/29/11
 
 A complete overview of the language and tools needed for websites
This informative foundation workshop is for artists and arts administrators who want to start (and/or...
Event Date:
2/12/11
 
For all visual artists making it and wanting to.
Artists are constantly challenged to succeed in an ever changing art market. How can artists survive the current economic...
Event Date:
2/26/11
 
For artists who are new to grant writing or need a fresh perspective.
This interactive workshop will explore the granting process from start to finish, covering topics such...
Event Date:
3/5/11
 
 
3/12 RACC Workshop: The Art and Zen of Asking for Business  Sixty-eight percent of business is lost simply because people don’t ask for it. The dilemma is not simply that people don’t ask, but more often, that they don’t know how. Asking...
Event Date:
3/12/11
 
This informative and interactive workshop will focus on copyrights, providing practical information on various legal topics related to the protection of artwork and the related rights and...
Event Date:
4/2/11
Nearly every contract relating to the business of selling or licensing art, or providing creative services, necessarily involves federal Copyright law. It is crucial that artists and creative...
Event Date:
4/9/11
 
This interactive workshop will provide musicians, songwriters and anyone interested in the inner workings of the music industry with simplified and practical information on various legal topics,...
Event Date:
5/7/11
 
 
For arts organizations new to grant writing or wanting a fresh perspective
This workshop will explore how to create solid, mission-driven grant writing systems that will...
Event Date:
5/14/11
 
For artists and arts organizations who are new to grant writing or need a fresh perspective.
In this hands-on and interactive workshop, we will explore how you can find...
Event Date:
6/4/11
 
 
Learn in concept and practice how digital images are altered using Adobe Photoshop. This four-hour class covers the basics of file type, image compression and resolution. We will also explore how...
Event Date:
6/18/11
 
 

Staff to Contact

Tonisha Toler
Grants & Outreach Coordinator
503.823.5866