Still adding art and getting the links working, but I have a nice collection started!
Please tell me what you think! (fmcneillbarr@gmail.com)
My official website for my exclusive artwork:
https://www.fawnsartstudio.com/
Original paintings, custom orders, and note cards!
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Thank you!
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Friday, June 7, 2019
Saturday, March 16, 2019
Life is good
Just realized it has been over a year since I posted anything on this blog, so I thought I would just share a few of the great things that have been happening these days.
I have been staying busy at my little art studio and teaching center, which is doing much better this school year. This is my seventh year in business. Most of the after school classes stay full now, plus I have an adult class once a week. The custom framing is also a nice compliment.
I have found new inspirations these days! Some are filled with treasure hunts and new ideas from a new series of mixed media paintings I started last fall. Now I am experimenting with impasto techniques, as well as how to best adhere things. The gel medium dries clear and shiny, so it is good for adding things after the painting is finished. The modeling paste creates wonderful relief effects, but it can be difficult to paint over at times, so I like the thick heavy gesso the most for my impasto techniques because it is easier to paint over.
I can't put into words how much I enjoy adding my treasures and found objects (like seashells, charms, or beads). I am also using some metallic paint and/or glitter paint, which really catches your eye at different viewing angles.
I am pleasantly surprised at the results -- even sold a few! Click here to see an example.
I did a small show this January and received a blue ribbon for my new mixed media paintings! That was encouraging! Click here to see more about the show.
On a personal level, my husband was in the hospital a lot last year, but now he is on immune therapy and is responding well to the treatment. This has made for a year of getting back to better things and enjoying life again. We don't take any of it for granted.
May the Lord God Almighty bless you and yours in amazing ways!
Click here to see more paintings!
I have been staying busy at my little art studio and teaching center, which is doing much better this school year. This is my seventh year in business. Most of the after school classes stay full now, plus I have an adult class once a week. The custom framing is also a nice compliment.
I have found new inspirations these days! Some are filled with treasure hunts and new ideas from a new series of mixed media paintings I started last fall. Now I am experimenting with impasto techniques, as well as how to best adhere things. The gel medium dries clear and shiny, so it is good for adding things after the painting is finished. The modeling paste creates wonderful relief effects, but it can be difficult to paint over at times, so I like the thick heavy gesso the most for my impasto techniques because it is easier to paint over.
I can't put into words how much I enjoy adding my treasures and found objects (like seashells, charms, or beads). I am also using some metallic paint and/or glitter paint, which really catches your eye at different viewing angles.
I am pleasantly surprised at the results -- even sold a few! Click here to see an example.
I did a small show this January and received a blue ribbon for my new mixed media paintings! That was encouraging! Click here to see more about the show.
On a personal level, my husband was in the hospital a lot last year, but now he is on immune therapy and is responding well to the treatment. This has made for a year of getting back to better things and enjoying life again. We don't take any of it for granted.
May the Lord God Almighty bless you and yours in amazing ways!
Click here to see more paintings!
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Fawn's Studio, my teaching center and gallery
I am in the process of opening my own gallery! I am hoping to have the doors open next month. So far it looks like a very real possibility!
I am not usually a brave person, even chicken at times. But lately, for some reason (the Good Lord only knows), this has been a courageous endeavor that has only gotten stronger.
Will keep you posted!
I am not usually a brave person, even chicken at times. But lately, for some reason (the Good Lord only knows), this has been a courageous endeavor that has only gotten stronger.
Will keep you posted!
Friday, August 10, 2012
back to painting!
So everything got done in time: certification was re-instated applied for the position, and had two interviews with the principal and then the vice principal.....3 or 4 people applied. I didn't get the job, and honestly I am relieved. As much as I love teaching art, I wasn't sure I was ready for the stress of 30 or more students all at once!
I am happily back in my studio painting to my hearts content! I will start some after school drawing and painting classes soon, with 10 or so students at a time. very nice!
I am happily back in my studio painting to my hearts content! I will start some after school drawing and painting classes soon, with 10 or so students at a time. very nice!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Lake Placid Show
This Saturday is the Annual Lake Placid Art League show, held in Sebring, Florida. This is one of my favorite shows because I sign up early and get an indoor spot. No setting up a tent!
I have been slowly working at getting new frames all year. It is fun having so many pieces to choose from now, and to be able to put together a very impressive presentation! The Judge last year let me know after the awards were given that the only hesitation he had in giving me the highest award (Best of Show) was because so many of my paintings were on Gallery Wrap and some of my framed pieces were in need of better frames. Gallery Wrap canvas has a deep edge, and the painting continues on the sides. This gives the art a contemporary look, which I love! But this year I have gone back to a more traditional look, with less paintings done on Gallery Wrap.
It is wonderful to be at a show in the midst of all the festivities, and have so many people to talk to about the meaning behind the paintings. Winning awards and selling paintings are very motivating as well!
It is just all the preparation, expense, set up, and brake down that make me hesitate in joining these shows.
Each time you do a show you put your art at risk. Frames get banged up and scratched from loading and unloading. Rainy days are no fun at all, but windy is worse. I have seen gusts of wind come out of no where and take tents down and destroy the art work. On top of all that, I have had art stolen at two different outdoor festivals. Quite discouraging.
I have also had some back problems off and on over the years. I am always by myself setting up and taking down a show, which I have gotten much better at managing by asking for help with the heavy stuff.
You can see why I am more selective these days: Indoor shows, gallery shows and on-line events are all great ways for me to still get involved without so much trouble.
Anyway, I have been getting ready for this show all year, and I am sure it will be well worth it to meet new people and see old friends.
I have been slowly working at getting new frames all year. It is fun having so many pieces to choose from now, and to be able to put together a very impressive presentation! The Judge last year let me know after the awards were given that the only hesitation he had in giving me the highest award (Best of Show) was because so many of my paintings were on Gallery Wrap and some of my framed pieces were in need of better frames. Gallery Wrap canvas has a deep edge, and the painting continues on the sides. This gives the art a contemporary look, which I love! But this year I have gone back to a more traditional look, with less paintings done on Gallery Wrap.
It is wonderful to be at a show in the midst of all the festivities, and have so many people to talk to about the meaning behind the paintings. Winning awards and selling paintings are very motivating as well!
It is just all the preparation, expense, set up, and brake down that make me hesitate in joining these shows.
Each time you do a show you put your art at risk. Frames get banged up and scratched from loading and unloading. Rainy days are no fun at all, but windy is worse. I have seen gusts of wind come out of no where and take tents down and destroy the art work. On top of all that, I have had art stolen at two different outdoor festivals. Quite discouraging.
I have also had some back problems off and on over the years. I am always by myself setting up and taking down a show, which I have gotten much better at managing by asking for help with the heavy stuff.
You can see why I am more selective these days: Indoor shows, gallery shows and on-line events are all great ways for me to still get involved without so much trouble.
Anyway, I have been getting ready for this show all year, and I am sure it will be well worth it to meet new people and see old friends.
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