Change of Blog Master

Changing of the Guard! 

You may have noticed some recent changes in the blog.  That’s because we now have a new blog master!  Valorie Snell has graciously agreed to take over the reigns, and will be keeping everyone up to date on the happenings within Brunswick Art Works.

If you have information that you would like included on the blog, please email Valorie at valoriejs@hotmail.com

I had thought that everyone knew about the change, so for those of you that didn't know you should. :)  I have been learning how to take over for Lee Beuther for a few months now. She has been very patiently teaching and helping me to take her job here. If you see mistakes and then corrections later, please be patient for awhile while I learn. Thanks everyone and thank you Lee. 

Featured Artist for September Wed 5

 

Wednesday    Sept. 5th

7:30 P.M.      

                  Brunswick City Hall

                     4095 Center Road.  

Marleen Farley is our featured artist for September 2012.

Maureen Farley is inspired by the grace and beauty of animals and the natural world. She has enjoyed a lifelong love of painting and drawing which lead to a B. A. degree from the University of Nevada in psychology and fine art. Her artistic achievements include receiving the Douglas County Historical Association Photography award, the Carson Valley Library Award, as well as many awards from the Nevada Artist Association and Western Nevada College.

Her favorite media are colored pencil, digital photography, and transparent acrylic collage. She is known for painting original harmonious images of birds and animals. 
"At this time I am exploring mixed media and collage to produce free flowing abstract assemblages." The assemblages appear to have a fluid quality as they represent the interaction between mankind and our natural environment. She arranges interesting found objects such as colorful rocks or leaves with man made materials including transparent glass and beads. 

The creations are designed to be felt as well as seen due to the depth of the textural qualities. After she fuses the elements aesthetically they are permanently sealed with a non yellowing transparent acrylic glaze. 

She has been selected to join the Avant-Garde Art and Craft Shows organization  in North East Ohio. 

To view more of her work visit: http://maureenidafarley.artistwebsites.com or www.fineartamerica.com/artists or www.nevadaartists.org. You can contacted her by email at mifarley@live.com.

Please Join Us For Talks, Presentations and Demonstrations

                           Wednesday    Sept 5,  2012

                                         7:30 P.M.      

                                Brunswick City Hall

                                     4095 Center Road.  

                           Brunswick, Ohio         44212

free   

Artist of the Month is Always the First Wednesday of the Month

All images are copy right and may not be reproduced or copied with out consent of the artist.

All images on the entire Brunswick Art Works Blog are copied right and may not be reproduced or copied for any reason with out consent of the artist.

Critique Group Thurs Night

 Wonderful critique group meeting at our regular meeting place. Kelly's Cafe is a nice comfortable and warm feeling for talking about our art. We can have a little something to eat or drink too if we like.

pastel by Lee Beuther

 Viewing the art first before contributing comments helps to organize our thoughts.

 Matting helps a lot to view a painting to talk about it even though it may or may not be finished yet.

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See the Art of Barbra Bloom here.

We had a great presentation by Barbra Bloom Wednesday. She brought in many examples of her art and explained her work and answered everyone's questions. She is a wonderful fabric artist.
We look forward to our next artist to be announced very soon.
Check here often to see what is coming up and what is happening with Brunswick Art Works. You are always invited to join and/or to participate.

Barbra Bloom at Brunswick Art Works

The BAW meeting for August will be presented by Barbra Bloom. 

Wednesday, August 1                           Brunswick City Hall

 7:30 P.M.  free                                    4095 Center Road. 

                                                                   Brunswick, Ohio 44212

Meet this artist:

Barbara's art is Japanese silk dying known as Shibori.  This is a process involved in knotting silk. Dye is then applied resulting in rich floral forms. Her work has been juried into Clifton Arts and is in many galleries. Listen as she carefully explains, shows examples and answers questions.

Barbara was born in Cleveland, and has been a lifelong resident of Northeastern Ohio.  She currently makes her home in Parma with husband Steve and two dogs. 

Barbara holds a masters degree in Public Administration from the Levine College of Cleveland State University, and has worked in the health care arena for many years. 

Barbara is the owner and artist of Images in Bloom studios, offering luxurious homemade soaps, hand dyed silk scarves, up-cycled “Reblooming Bags” made from plastic grocery bags, and unique pieces of wire crochet jewelry on the web and at local shows and galleries.

Barbara is self taught and practices the art of Japanese silk dying known as Shibori which involves knotting and binding the silk in preparation for the dye process.  Dye is carefully applied to the silk and the knots and bindings act as a barrier which results in rich floral forms.  As a play on the last name, Bloom, every effort is made to create floral patterns in the dye process.  Her silk has been juried into the Textile Art Alliance , an arm of the Cleveland Museum of Art; and the Tremont Art and Culture Festival for the past two years.  In addition her work has been juried into Clifton Arts and has been included in a gallery display titled Woven in Nature, at the Lake Park System Penitentiary Glen center this past spring.

Up-cycling has also been a key component of the work, bringing new life to grocery bags, and old sweater yarn.  Reuse of supplies of plastic bags in creative forms reduces the volume of landfill while making a statement about the commitment to green living.

Barb maintains a blog that documents art projects, and development of her business news at http://imagesinbloom.wordpress.com

Brunswick Art Works

July 5 2012 Evening Critique

We had a great meeting viewing paintings.

Notice. Bill Beuther is Presenter

How to Photograph Your Artwork

winning photograph by Bill Beuther
 

Join us for our monthly meeting as highly acclaimed photographer Bill Beuther shares his professional tips for photographing artwork. 

When:  7:30 PM, Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Where:  Brunswick City Hall Council Chambers

4095 Center Road, Brunswick

As always, this Meet the Artist presentation is FREE and open to the public!

Bill is an award-winning local photographer whose lifelong interest in photography blossomed with his early retirement from college administration in 2002.  He started a successful photography business after finding he enjoyed capturing feelings, moods, and candid moments at weddings and events.  He also enjoys creating images of landscapes, wildlife, and urban settings.  His work is currently being displayed in juried shows at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and the Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown.  Whether bicycling across Europe with a camera strapped to his back or shooting scenes at a local park, Bill’s enthusiasm for photography is infectious.  He sees it as the perfect medium for a guy transitioning from button-down shirts to jeans and sneakers.

*This program was originally scheduled to include two segments, unfortunately our second presenter is unable to be with us due to unforeseen circumstance.  We apologize for any confusion.

Monthly Meeting How to Photograph Artwork

Join us for our monthly meeting

Highly acclaimed photographer Bill Beuther will share professional tips for photographing artwork. 

Artist and crafter Leslie Panfil will demonstrate creative ways to present the photographed images, including greeting cards.  Note: Leslie cancelled and we were very fortunate that Bill was able to spend the entire time talking to our group and answering all their questions.

When:  7:30 PM, Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Where:  Brunswick City Hall Council Chambers

4095 Center Road, Brunswick

This program is free and open to the public!

Sophistication by Sophia

 

 

 

  

Ten-year-old Sophia Smith captured the hearts of her audience as she explained how she creates her lovely jewelry and runs her business.  A delightful and poised young lady, Sophia is a bright and engaging artist and entrepreneur who is saving a large percentage of her profits to help pay for her college tuition.  Continued good luck to you, Sophia!

Sophia is Truly Sophisticated

Local artist, Sophia Smith is from Medina and is a fourth grader at Ella Canavan Elementary.  Although she may be small, Sophie has already put together quite a portfolio and list of accomplishments for her age.  Her home environment is nurturing in creativity, as her mom, grandmothers, and even grandfathers have taught her different aspects and techniques in art.   At school, she has had the support and encouragement of a fantastic art teacher.  Her accomplishments include having 2 pieces of artwork displayed at Medina Hospital during the summer months, being selected by Akron’s Children’s Hospital to have a painting framed and displayed in a patient room, and was the youngest vendor at the Medina International Festival in which she displayed and sold her jewelry creations.  This summer her plans are to participate in local craft fairs and festivals in which she can promote her jewelry business, “Sophistication by Sophia.” 

Sophia will be speaking on what inspires her and her work, the development of her company, and what she has learned about running an art business at such a young age.

You are invited to join us to hear this delightful young lady speak on Wednesday, May 2, at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers of Brunswick City Hall.

(Almost) Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dolls!

 

 

 

 

Ever wonder how those beautiful porcelain dolls are made?  Well, Michele Cotner explained the process at Brunswick Art Works Meet the Artist on Wednesday evening.  She also explained the difference between creating a bisque (porcelain) doll and a cloth doll  and had several examples of each on display.  Michele talked about her personal history of doll making and doll collecting and it was a fun and informative presentation.