Art for a B/B Brochure

I have just had a painting published for the Grey-Bruce Bed and Breakfast Assoc. The painting is of the Sauble Falls B/B, located just outside the Sauble Falls Provincial Park. It is a watercolour painting 81/2" x 10". This is the second year in that they have asked me to create the cover. To the far left is the painting, and then the centre fold. The brochures are available at the Ontario Tourist Bureau.

Josee was looking for a free guitar lesson at our May 28th group get together.

Lunch - May 28, 2009
A good time was had by all at our monthly luncheon at Patty Flaherty's Irish Pub.

Members Post Your New Work!

So far we haven't seen any of your latest work appearing on this blog. I'll start it off with my most recent.

This one is pure abstract - no subject. The brush did its thing. Now what to call it! This is an acrylic on a 24 inch square canvas. I am using paints made by Chroma Australia Ltd. - Atelier Interactive Artists' Acrylic. I love this paint. Atelier Interactive is a paint that can be adjusted and blended longer than conventional acrylics. Colours are intense without a plastic look or feel.

Today I'm working on a much smaller acrylic on watercolour paper. This is my subject photo. I took this photo at a native Pow Wow last year. Just hope I can capture this child. The sketch was done using computer software (I may love to paint but definitely not to draw) - now not to lose the "young look" as I paint it.

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Grand Bend Studio & Gallery Tour

A "Road Trip" - all the way to Grand Bend! Shirley, Dorothy, Edna, and I hit the road on this beautiful sunny day to "do" the Grand Bend Studio & Gallery Tour. Our first stop was at Gallery Algo, 9941 Nipigon Street, Port Franks. Proprietors, Darrell and Nancy Densmore utilize their residence as a showplace for a very amazing, eclectic collection by international artists and sculptors. This "at home" gallery is a combination of many mediums and specializes in original Mexican art. They have chosen work that they feel is representative of life, spirit, and joy. The setting is beautifully decorated. Their living room and main display area is shown above.

To the left, owners Darrell and Nancy pose in front of one of the large original paintings. Our visit to their gallery was most enjoyable. Thank you Darrell and Nancy.

We also visited the Grand Hideaway Bed & Breakfast where Sarnia artist, Judy Brady, was exhibiting her work. Judy's acrylics are bright, lively and unique. Below the four "road trippers" are shown with Judy.

We were able to view the work of approximately 17 artists in the time allotted. The original digital images by Bill Ellson were stunning. Teresa Marie served us wine and chatted openly about her techniques while we admired her art. We visited Barry Richman's studio and viewed his pastel exhibits. Mary Lynn Fluter discussed her photography as we admired her art shot around the world. Our last stop was at Jack Winn's studio at 18 Eilber Street. Jack wowed us with his large paintings. He has an abstract series based on a UFO sighting as related to him by one of his friends. Jack's work has twice been a winner in the Look Show at Gallery Lambton. Huge art and huge stories - our visit to Jack Winn's was out of the ordinary.

This day was very special, not only for the art, but also for the beautiful settings. Artists who open their studios add such a personal touch to the tour. It was not a day of "same old, same old". There was such variety in the art. The artists were so passionate about their art and were willing to share. Finally, what day is better than a day spent with good friends.

Twelve group members met for lunch at Paddy's, after our usual Thursday morning get-together. We had a hilarious time, so for the sake of the other diners it was a good thing that we had a room to ourselves. Ask us sometime why the table was so clean during our visit! What a great group of people; in spite of the pouring rain outside we enjoyed a good meal and some warm companionship.