Wild Rivers Coast Art

Coos Art Museum Call to Artists

Coos Art Museum has recently Mailed out a “Call to Artists” for our “CAM Biennial” in October, entry deadline of October 2, 2014, and “Pacific Shores Photography exhibition” in December with a submission deadline if August 3oth, 2014

If you did not receive a mailing you can go to our website www.coosart.org and find a prospectus for either of those upcoming exhibitions or call the office at 541 267-3901 and we will be happy to email or mail one to you.

 Thanks

 Archi
Office Manager
Coos Art Museum
235 Anderson Ave.
Coos Bay, OR  97420
541 267-3901

Drop in Art Workshop at Wrights in Brookings on Fridays

Drop in Art Workshop
Instructor Sara Broderick
541-469-7625
saradee1@frontier.com
Wright’s Frame Shop/Gallery
810 Chetco Ave
Critique, Demonstrations and
Individual Instruction
All drawing and painting mediums
Graphite, Charcoal, Ink, Oil, Acrylic,
Watercolor, or Pastels
Friday 1:00 - 4:00 pm
$12.00 each session
We will not meet on Fridays of holiday weekends

Call for Artists - Paint the Pequod

Port Orford Main Street Revitalization Association, the Port Orford Arts Council and the Port of Port Orford are partnering to create a public art installation to capture the maritime spirit of our community. Artists are invited to submit proposals for how to paint The Pequot to beautify the Port and enhance the public appeal of our amazing Port of Port Orford.

LET YOUR IMAGINATION SOAR!
The Pequod, built in 1966 as a commercial fishing vessel, is 36’ by 13’, with a fiberglass hull and aluminum wheelhouse. The boat is now parked at 5th and Harbor Drive overlooking the dock. A Selection Committee will evaluate submitted design concepts for artistic merit, how well the design enhances the Port and accentuates the broad theme of maritime/seafaring, along with the artist’s ability to complete the project with the assistance of a team of committed volunteers under the artist’s supervision. All necessary materials will be provided by Main Street.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS AUGUST 25TH.
Drop off submissions at TriAngle Square Gallery or scan and email them to
info@mainstreetportorford.org
The winning entry will be announced on August 29, with work to begin in early September.
The winning entry will be awarded $250
with $50 awards to two semi-finalists.

Artistic License - Friday, July 25, 5-6 pm at Brian Scott Gallery

ARTISTIC LICENSE  

an event Hosted by Angela Ewing 

Brian Scott Gallery

Friday, July 25^th

5 to 6 P.M. 

Come early for a glass of wine and munchies.

Relax as you listen to local artists tell their interesting stories.

                                                                                                                

          Leslie Wolf               The Carousel Horse

         Michael Mavris          A Tale of the Greek Bouzouk

         Randy McMillen         What is a Graphite Artist?

         Angela Ewing            Story Time  

 

 

Plein Air Workshop with Elio Camacho in Brookings - August 5-9, 2014

A hands-on workshop with emphasis on easel-side critiques.

Elio Camacho is represented by galleries throughout the United States and was named "Artist to Watch" by Southwest Art Magazine". As an instructor Elio's goal is to "provide students with the foundation necessary to be creative". He shows each student how his instruction applies to their individual work.

Students from multiple states and with various levels of experience will be attending this workshop. To sign contact Elio Camacho at eliocamacho@gmail.com.

See the Full Size Poster here.

Drop in Art Workshop at Wright's in Brooking on Fridays

Drop in Art Workshop
Instructor Sara Broderick
541-469-7625
saradee1@frontier.com
Wright’s Frame Shop/Gallery
810 Chetco Ave
Critique, Demonstrations &
Individual Instruction
All drawing and painting mediums
Graphite, Charcoal, Ink, Oil, Acrylic,
Watercolor, or Pastels
Friday 1:00 - 4:00 pm
$12.00 each session
We will not meet on Fridays of holiday weekends

Tasteful Textures and Classy Collage Workshop with Tom Moody

Tasteful Textures and Classy Collage Workshop with Tom Moody

Curry Arts is sponsoring another free workshop on Saturday, August 2nd, 9 am to 2 pm, at the Curry County Extension Service Center at the Fairgrounds in Gold Beach. Brookings artist Tom Moody will show you how to make fabulous creations from stencils, old jewelry and pieces of stuff you might find in your junk drawer. Make a picture frame or cover a memory book or simply start your next painting with some interesting textures.

Tom is a painter and his work is very unique and creative. He won the people's choice award for his painting in the 2013 Azalea Festival and displays his art in galleries in Brookings. Tom can also be found online at Wild Rivers Coast Art.

Bring a sack lunch or snack. Coffee and tea provided.

To sign up for this workshop, call Sharon Guinn at 541-425-1213 or email her at sharonguinn@charter.net. There is room enough for 20 students with a minimum of ten to have the workshop. Art should be fun and expand your creativity...this class will do just that!

Tom's list of supplies you will need:

1. A journal, box, book, or canvas for the base to be decorated.

2. Some stencils for the first layer.

3. Molding paste, medium or heavy gel.

4. Heat gun.

5. Items to glue to the base unit such as jewelry, bottle caps, buttons, metal or plastic flowers, lace, ribbon, small junk, etc. ; different kinds of ephemera.

6. Glue to hold items to the base unit. Medium or heavy gel can be used in place of glue.

7. Black acrylic paint or any color acrylic paint if you want to experiment.

8. Paint brushes.

9. Water container (cup or jar or whatever) to thin paint, clean brushes, etc.

10. Lindys Stamp Gang Starburst Paint (comes in various colors so pick a color that goes with your base color; use your best guess).

11. Spray Fixative (or have the finish come off on your hands or things you don't want paint on).

Needed supplies can be purchased at Creating Lasting Memories scrapbook store in Brookings (a couple doors down from the Redwood Theater) and Wright's Custom Framing and Art Supplies.

July Art Walk in Brookings with Photos by Nola Range and Ann Ostrowski

Gold Beach Artist Magda Druzdzel, Featured Artist at Manley Art Center in July, has both framed and unframed paintings available.

An Art Walker browsing through Magda's paintings at MAC.

Ann Ostrowski with her Hawaii inspired diptych at Manley Art Center.

The July gallery theme at Manley Art Center is "Abstracts"

Spectrum Sounds played at Manley Art Center during the July Art Walk.

The Chetco Community Library is featuring a collection of quilted pieces by members of the Azalea Quilt Guild.

You may view these and more in the Library's gallery during July.

The lobby display case at the Library features small kites in celebration of the Southern Oregon Kite Festival, coming up next weekend, Saturday and Sunday, July 19 and 20.

Watercolors by Barbara Meeks were shown at Dewey's Digs during the July Art Walk.

Early in the evening Patty Ann Da Cunha performed at Dewey's Digs.

Taste O' Honey provided musical entertainment at Dewey's during the second half of the Art Walk.

Giraffes on a Raft at A Wild Bird and Backyard General Store.

Nola admiring the display of vintage spoon assessosries by Del and Kathy Brant (Kiss J Co) at A Wild Bird and Backyard General Store.

The Brandts enthusiastically discuss their spoon craft with Art Walk visitors.

Marshall Thompson took the "stage" later at A Wild Bird and Backyard General Store. Marshall slowed down my Art Walk, as it is tough to walk away when he is playing.

Hither Thither and Yon were highly visible musically, but nearly camouflaged from sight by the frame display at Wright's Custom Framing and Art Supplies.

In Wright's classroom Bonnie Loewen was painting a seascape and Dale Wells and Janeen Vick were working on Zentangle projects.

Zentangle is a lot of fun and anyone can be an amazing artist! Janeen Vick is offering a class in Zentangle at Wrights - call or stop by to sign up. 541-469-7900.

Rob Decker was busy embellishing pottery pieces at Wrights.

Smith River Artist Karen Berry demonstrated oil painting in the Fog and Fine Art Gallery at Wright's.

Rosie Dieter is Wright's Featured Artist for July. You can see her display to the right of the front door.

Rapp Brush and guitar at Feather Your Nest.

Robin Moralli of Redwood Massage and Wellness offered free chair massages at Feather Your Nest during the July Art Walk.

Julie Scott is featured artist at Feather Your Nest.

Lon and Aura performed on the patio at Gypsies.

Author Cecilia Johnson autographed her new fantasy novel, "Secrets in Stone".

Stephanie La Torre performed at Brian Scott Gallery with a large painting by Kathleen Kresa as a backdrop.

Work by Elio Camacho is also currently featured at Brian Scott Gallery.

After Art Walk at Art Alley Grille with Ken Range. Thanks to Ken for escorting the Art Walk Photographers aournd town after getting up at 3 am to fish for salmon all day. Go Ken!

The days are already getting shorter, but you can tell it is summer when you leave dinner at The Grille and are surprised that it is still bright (and foggy) outside.

What's Going on at Sage Place in Bandon

Summer Greetings from Sage Place!...

We are excited to announce that you can now purchase our Oregon Digital Glass fused glass gifts in the following locations:  By The Sea Treasures- Bandon,  Wind Drift Gallery - Florence, Touchstone Gallery-Yachats, and Unique Home Accents in Depoe Bay, and coming soon - Wind Drift Gallery, Newport.  We very much appreciate everyone's support, as we work to keep jobs local.  Each piece is produced in our studio, using glass and other raw materials from Portland, Oregon and other companies in the USA.  Additionally, we Thank Brian, at Gibson Graphics and Peter at the Cobbler's Bench  for sharing a bit of their expertise and services in the production of our glass;  this line is truly Oregon crafted.

MORE Glass News - In addition to Drop in Fusing Studio Days, Sage Place welcomes guest instructor Laura Brownfield.  You have been loving Laura's glass works at Sage and Rogue Credit Union, now you can learn how she does it!  Vitrograph, Murrini, and Pattern Bars are just a taste of what you can learn in Laura's workshops.  See www.sageplacebandon.com for the class lineup, stop in Wed. - Sat. 11-5 to register, or call  (541) 329-0303.  

On the BEAD Horizon:  Wild Things Beads - BEAD TRUNK SHOW will be here Fri. and Sat. JULY 18 and 19.  JME and Guy will, again, turn the classroom into a glistening spectacle, with Czech Glass beads, pearls, stones, buttons, and more!  details are on our website:  www.sageplacebandon.com  **Note, Drop in Studio will not be held this week.  

A SECOND TRUNK SHOW with our new friends Jim and Lydia of MILL STREET ROCKS is coming this Fall.  Mark your calendars for  SEPT 23 and 24th.  If you love hand cut cabochons and gorgeous stone hanks, this is an event you don't want to miss!

JEWELRY Workshops - Sage has several new classes scheduled with your favorite instructor, Sherri Carpenter.  We recently offered Flood Soldering and it was such a success that we ran it again!  Coming up:  Fold Forming, Chain Maille, Viking Knit and more with Sherri, through the end of this year!

GALLERY UPDATES:  Sage represents several of the finest local artists; watercolors by:  Donna Wright and Kimberly Wurster, photography by Andy Moe, fused glass by Laura Brownfield and Robin Ziuchkovski, Kelp Baskets by Catherine Long Spinner, and jewelry by Sharon Martin, Sherri Carpenter, and Martin Keller, are just a few of the wonderful works you will find on display.  We welcome back photographer, Lois Miller, whose puffin image may be found on the cover of The 85 Must See Birds of the Pacific Northwest.  Congratulations Lois! 

Coming soon...  This year, we have been testing the waters for developing wholesale buying and ordering options, for our professional jewelry designing customers.  In small steps, we have been creating ways to help you save money when you shop with us.  If you are a re-selling your jewelry, stop in and pre-register as a wholesale account with us and we will make discounts and special purchasing opportunities available to you, on select items.  Pre-registration requires the following:  proof of your current Oregon Business Registration- BIN and/or  current Federal EIN that you use when you file your taxes. 

We know you are busy and we know you are having great success at local markets and galleries and we wish you a fantastic year all around!   Our THANKS go out to those who choose to shop locally with us!  We expect that special ordering will beging the first week of August; watch for  upcoming announcements on how and when you can special order findings not normally stocked in our store.  Keep an eye on the website:  www.sageplacebandon.com

John Hewitt Workshop on August 23-25 at Coos Art Museum

John Hewitt Workshop

QUICK OVERVIEW

Title:                           John Hewitt Workshop

What:                        watercolor workshop (plein air, weather permitting)

Dates:                        Sat. - Mon., August 23 – 25, 2014

Time:                          10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Age Range:               adults only

Skill Level:                 all skill levels welcome

Media:                       watercolor

Where:                      Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson, Coos Bay, OR

Workshop Fee:       $195 CAM members/$220 non-members

For more info:         call (541) 267-3901 or email sldonaldson@coosart.org

IN MORE DETAIL

Coos Art Museum is thrilled to welcome artist John Hewitt back to the Bay Area for a three-day watercolor workshop Saturday, August 23 through Monday, August 25, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn to design a work of art, not just a reproduction of a scene. Using elements and principles of design developed over hundreds of years by the great masters you will learn to express YOUR personal view of the world around you, not just a copy of what you see. First you must master the technique and in watercolor that is no small task. It can be learned in a few easy steps that can be practiced until they are second nature. We will cover these steps in the first hour. A new scene will be painted each day with commentary on what we are trying to say and how we say it. Subjects covered will be water, sand, driftwood, rocks, buildings, clouds, grasses, etc. A technique for each will be explored and an explanation for choice of paint, paper and brushes will be given. You will be guided toward your own preference of style, not the teacher’s style. Hewitt states, “I have been a student of the greatest watercolorists of the 20th century. My goal is to pass on this legacy to the 21st century. Come join us and have a great time becoming a successful plein air artist. You will receive encouragement, not criticism.” Important notes: This will be a plein air workshop, weather permitting. Media: Watercolor. Skill Level: All skill levels welcome. Age Range: Adults only. 12 students max. The workshop fee is $195 for CAM members/$220 non-members. For registration form visit www.coosart.org or contact the Art Education Dept. at (541) 267-3901 or sldonaldson@coosart.org.

Framing materials designed to extend the life of your artworks - a Lecture on Preservation and Presentation at Coos Art Museum

Lecture: Preservation and Presentation

QUICK OVERVIEW

Title:                           Preservation and Presentation
                                   Lecture by Coni Stroud

Date:                           Sat., July 19, 2014

Time:                          11:00 a.m.

Where:                       Coos Art Museum,
                                  235 Anderson, Coos Bay, OR

Cost:                           Free

For more info:             call (541) 267-3901 or
                                  email sldonaldson@coosart.org

IN MORE DETAIL

Coos Art Museum is excited to have Coni Stroud, co-owner of Art Connection in Coos Bay, present a discussion on the skillful selection of framing materials designed to extend the life of your artworks. One question both artists and art collectors face is how artworks are to be framed. Learn how the use of various glass types, mat board and the right framing methodology impacts the conservation and aesthetics of the framed object. Ms. Stroud’s qualifications include designation as a CPF (Certified Picture Framer) with over 30 years of experience in the framing business. We will open our doors early for this special free event which takes place at Coos Art Museum on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. coinciding with the “Preservation & Presentation” Exhibition featuring artworks from the Museum’s Permanent Collection.  For additional information please call (541) 267-3901 or email the Art Education Dept. at sldonaldson@coosart.org.

Coos Art Museum

235 Anderson

Coos Bay, OR 97420

p. (541) 267-3901

f. (541) 267-4877

www.coosart.org

www.facebook.com/coosartmuseum

Hours of Operation:

Tues. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sat. 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Coos Art Museum "Summer Art Sampler" - classes for Children in August

The classes in our July session of Kids @ CAM are completely filled and we are no longer accepting anyone for the waiting list.  However, due to the resounding enthusiasm and interest in the program, Coos Art Museum’s Art Education Department is excited to offer additional classes during the month of August.  Given how quickly the July classes filled up, I would encourage parents, grandparents and/or guardians to sign up their little artists as soon as possible.  ~Stephanie Donaldson, Director of Art Education

QUICK OVERVIEW

Title:                           Kids @ CAM August Session of “Summer Art Sampler”

What:                        children’s art classes; sign up for one or more

Age Range:               6 years to 12 years

Dates:                        Wednesdays – August 6, 13, 20 & 27

Time:                          10:00 a.m. – noon

Where:                      Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson, Coos Bay, OR

Cost per class:         $20 CAM members/$25 non-members

For more info:         call (541) 267-3901 or email sldonaldson@coosart.org

IN MORE DETAIL

Coos Art Museum continues its KIDS @ CAM “SUMMER ART SAMPLER” during the month of August.  “SUMMER ART SAMPLER” is a series of open-studio art classes inviting children to freely experiment with a variety of media.  Kids ages six years to twelve years of age will be introduced to art materials that go beyond the standard ‘markers and crayons’ and allow for safe, open-ended learning.  Classes will take place from 10 a.m. – noon, every Wednesday in August.  Sign up for one or more classes.  Children may participate in that day’s special project or work on something of their own choosing.  Special projects include: August 6^th: Aliens vs. Super Heroes / August 13^th: Masks of the World / August 20^th: On the Farm / August 27^th: Art & Nature.  12 students/class max. All materials provided. The per class fee is $20 CAM members/$25 non-members.  For registration form visit www.coosart.org or contact the Art Ed Dept. at (541) 267-3901 or sldonaldson@coosart.org.
 

Magda Druzdzel is PBAA Featured Artist

Magda Druzdzel, one of 300 artists profiled on the Oregon Art Beat TV show over the past 15 years, has been chosen featured artist for the month of July by Pelican Bay Arts Association (PBAA). 

Druzdzel came to the attention of the Art Beat producers when she won the 2001 International Artist Magazine top award in the landscape category.

Though now living and painting in Gold Beach, Druzdzel grew up in Warsaw, Poland and says, “Having an architect as a father, I’ve been an artist at heart all my life. After studying architecture myself, I realized that drawing and painting were natural and enjoyable for me.”

Before settling in Gold Beach, Druzdzel had lived in California, Maine, and Minnesota. But, by comparison, she found Gold Beach to be very peaceful. She says that the rugged coastal landscapes, the mountains, and the deep forests are the inspirations for her art.

Adds Druzdzel, “In my paintings I try to capture a specific moment in time through my perspective of the beauty of nature. Sometimes I use soft pastel colors and other times I use bright, almost unreal colors to achieve a very strong contrast between light and shadow.” 

When asked about her motivation, Druzdzel replies, “My goal is to portray on paper and canvas the wetness of the rain, the thickness of the fog, and the heat of a sunny day. I wish for viewers to be able to smell the fragrant ocean breeze and the wild meadow.”

And when prompted to name her favorite medium, she states emphatically, “I have used numerous media including acrylics, oils, and pastels, but I keep coming back to transparent watercolor as my first choice.”

Druzdzel’s paintings will be on display at PBAA’s Manley Art Center from July 8 to July 31. The gallery is at 433 Oak Street, Brookings. And hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Druzdzel’s website is: magdapaintsoregon.com.

DNACA's 15th Annual "Celebrating the Creative Arts of Older Americans" -July 31 - Aug 3, 2014

A JURIED EXHIBITION FOR SENIORS AT THE DEL NORTE COUNTY FAIR

All northern California and southern Oregon artists who are 60 years of age or older are eligible to participate.

Work submitted must have been completed within the past two years.

Get the full prospectus and an entry form here.

Southern Oregon Kite Festival, July 19 and 20 at Port of Brookings-Harbor

PAINTING THE SKY 

The skies over the kite field at the Port of Brookings-Harbor will be painted with color at the 22nd Annual Southern Oregon Kite Festival, July 19^th and 20^th.

This free two-day “one of a kind” event is one of the most unique kite festivals in the country.  An invitational kite festival, it attracts nationally and internationally renowned kite fliers and kite makers to the community of Brookings-Harbor where they perform with their colorful collection of kites.  More than thirty invited kite fliers are guests of the community and entertain the spectators with their awe-inspiring routines choreographed to music, creating an atmosphere of fun and excitement for attendees of all ages.

Popular announcer, Arnold Stellema, will introduce the kite fliers as they perform and will educate the spectators about what they are seeing on the kite field.  Attendees are invited to set up their chairs or blankets around the perimeter of the kite field and enjoy the performances.  

 Unlike at a typical kite festival, the kite fliers enjoy interacting with the crowds and can often be seen walking around the perimeter of the kite field displaying their kites up close to spectators – letting them inspect and sometimes even fly the kites.  Through their performances the kite fliers show the crowd just how much fun kite flying really is.

The weekend’s activities also include free children’s kite building workshops from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. both days.  There is a vendor area with a variety of speciality food items and a multitude of crafts and merchandise for sale.  A pancake breakfast sponsored by the Harbor Fire Volunteers is held on Sunday morning from 7 a.m. to noon.

NEW THIS YEAR - An Indoor Kite Flying Demonstration will be held on Friday evening, July 18th, in the Brookings-Harbor High School gym, from 7 - 9 p.m.  Gifted kite pilots will showcase this special talent to our community at this free event. 

A kite auction banquet to which the kite fliers, kite makers, and local businesses contribute collectible kites and other memorabilia to benefit the kite festival is a special attraction on Saturday evening.

Attendees are encouraged to park next to the Chamber of Commerce building at the Port and take the free shuttle to the kite field.

Bandon's Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio Class Schedule - 2014

Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio, LLC

Class Schedule - 2014

In the Continuum Building, Old Town Bandon

541-347-5355

 Thurs.  July 10 - Drawing for Kids with Kandi Wyatt   1:00 – 2:30 p.m.   $16

Sat.  July 12 – Doodle Playday with a Twist with Kathleen Bailey   11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.   $16

Tues. July 15 – Breaking Waves on Rock/Beach Acrylic with Paul Kingsbury   10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. $35

Wed. July 16 – Felted Flowers   with Mattie Lane  11:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m.    $20    

Sun. July 20 – Collage Playday with Susan Lehman   1-4:00 p.m.  $16  (All materials provided)

Thurs.  July 24 – Monoprints and More with Jean Stephenson   1-4:00 p.m.  $25

Sat. July 26 – Yupo Playday with Ava Richey  1:00-4:00 p.m.  $16

Tues. July 29 – Drawing Basics with Kandi Wyatt – 1-4:00 p.m.  $20           

Contact the Gallery at 541-347-5355 for more information.  Most classes have a materials list of what to bring with you.

*Sign up at the Gallery with a $5 deposit (part of the class fee) to hold your spot.  Balance is due at the time of the class.  (Deposit not required on Play Days.)  Classes fill up quickly, so this guarantees your place in the class!

*If interested in the “Drop-In” Play Day Classes, you may leave your name and email address at the gallery to be emailed with a reminder.

FESTIVAL OF ART IN STOUT PARK IN BROOKINGS THIS WEEKEND!!!

 Click on the Festival of Art image in the column to the right to see a list of all vendors with photo samples of their art.