Post 496: PWAS Art Up at Arts Alive!

PWAS Art Up at Arts Alive!

Arts Alive! Yes they are! The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) was at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, Virginia on Saturday, September 14, 2024 for this wonderful, annual celebration of the arts. Let's have a look at some photos from the day.

PWAS Artists at Arts Alive

Arts Alive used to be on a Sunday but this year it was held on a Saturday. Prince William Art Society had 17 artists showing a variety of art from small to large, from multiple mediums, prints, and other art merchandise. The artists at the show:

Anna Gatling
Sandra Lewin
Evelyn Chatters
Nicole Goble
Nicole Fisher
Donna Liguria
Staci Blanchard 

Jewel Pratt Burns
Maria Briganti
Elena Jochem
Anna Huerta
Richard Tyler
Kathleen Gates

April Mckether

Ana Quispe

Mark Clifton

Kenneth Mckether 

 

Photo by Donna Liguria of the Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20109

Let's See the Show!

Around 10 am the artists begin to arrive. The art hanging equipment comes in and gets set up first and the artists draw numbers to mark their territories. Up goes everyone's art and those with art prints and other merchandise, prepare their tables. The art show begins at 12 noon and went until 5pm.

 

Photo from Staci Blanchard

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria

Photo from Donna Liguria of our dear PWAS member, Jewell Pratt Burns, next to her art

It was so good to see not only the visitors enjoying our art creations and seeing all of our art friends, but to see Jewell Pratt Burns arrive. She is an original PWAS member from the 1971 Woodbridge Art Guild that later became the Prince William Art Society. Three pieces of her art are up here at Arts Alive. You can see it here along with some of the other PWAS members at https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/category/all-products

When they say it takes a village to do some things, an art group gets some things done too! A big thank you to all that stopped by and to the folks that took some of our creations home by supporting the arts!

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Author: Donna Liguria
Artistry Spin Blogmaster and an artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA, specializing in acrylic painting. She paints landscapes, seascapes, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com, her Donna's Esty site and her Blog at Donna’s Cave Paintings.

Photography/Video Credits: Staci Blanchard, Donna Liguria

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Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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Post 494: Artists Gotta Art

Artists Gotta Art

Most months, I like to ask the Prince William Art Society artists what they are working on, sometimes in various ways. What's on your easel isn't always the right thing for every artist as they work in various mediums. Nonetheless, let's see what the artists are doing at the moment and what might be on their radars.

PWAS Member Mark Murphy

Below are two quick paintings from my sketchbook.  One is of the Kinderdijk windmills outside of Rotterdam (definitely worth the visit) and the other shows a man that I met on the Rotterdam water taxi with his bike and dog.  I'm trying to get in the habit of quickly documenting recent events with a loose ink sketch and watercolor washes.  Many artists recommend adopting the practice of quick, daily sketches so I'm giving it a try.  It certainly takes the pressure off of trying to always produce the next "masterpiece" and they help me see what I need to do differently if I choose to develop these into larger paintings.

Also below, is a black and white image of my reference photo modified with Notanizer.  Side by side, you can see that my quick, freehand rendering strays from the original image and I might do another version that is truer to the values of the photo.  There are many ways to produce a simplified "value study" like this but the Notanizer app (only $1.99) lets you choose how many levels you want between black and white and providers sliders to adjust the threshold or sensitivity of each level.  It is a convenient way to quickly visualize the range of values.  I learned about this in the watercolor class taught by Gwen Bragg at the Workhouse.  She is an excellent instructor.

PWAS Artist Zee Berrios

What is on the easel...an acrylic on canvas 36" X 48". In the Original Natives" series to be exposed next year.

What's on the radar: a solo show at the FCCA (Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts) next year.  (presently showing 8 paintings at the Open Arts space (in Stone Bridge)

PWAS Member Donna Liguria

Although I recently had this painting in the artist reveal video at our last PWAS meeting, it wasn't quite complete. I believe it is now as of TODAY, less the varnishing. So sitting upon my easel is "Lincoln Memorial in the Fall", which is the 3rd commission from a fellow that resides in Washington DC. I've previously painted Spring "Cherry Blossoms, an Annual DC Event" (the Washington Monument), and Winter "White House Having a White Christmas", so I have a whole DC seasons series going. The final Summer season painting is yet to be determined but it just seems like it should be fireworks, don't you think?

 

 

I ended up throwing more Fall at it. 

And we have Arts Alive this Saturday, September 14, 2024 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas from 12 to 5. Come on out and support the arts!

PWAS Member Elena Jochum

The painting I am currently working on is for my small business, Tidewater Trove. It is a depiction of riverglass and pottery artifacts from the Potomac River. Some of the artifacts date back to 1800s.

This is a watercolor painting where I am focusing on light, reflections, textures, man-made objects - and the fleeting of time. The composition is also representing negative space. I am challenging myself with abstracting realism. 

PWAS Member Pierre George I'm back in town and was able to get back on the canvas again. What's on my easel? A 30 x 48 painting, I have just completed this weekend. I am currently in the sketching phase of another very, very large painting called "Wash Day". Inspiration: J.C. Leyendecker, Michelangelo and a host of other artist who has come and gone. PWAS Member Otis Stanley Here's what I'm working on; Morning Cast, acrylic,  24" x 36' PWAS Member Mandy Powell I’ve been working tremendously and have a solo show that just opened this weekend at Sunshine Ridge Winery! It will be there until November 17 with the reception on Sat Nov 16th! I’m so excited!! Please share.
Drop a comment below and let them know what you think.

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Author: Donna Liguria
Artistry Spin Blogmaster and an artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA, specializing in acrylic painting. She paints landscapes, seascapes, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com, her Donna's Esty site and her Blog at Donna’s Cave Paintings.

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Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment!

Post 400: PWAS at Arts Alive! in Manassas

PWAS at Arts Alive! in Manassas Sun, Sept 10, 2023

Another iffy weather forecast, yet the day did not turn out as the weatherman said. Much better day than expected AND with Arts Alive and PWAS setup inside Hylton Performing Arts Center, the artists and the art lovers enjoyed the day!

PWAS at Arts Alive in Pictures

PWAS members at Arts Alive and PWAS members also visit the show too! There is a lot to see at Arts Alive - music, entertainment, poetry - art in all its forms. 

Arts Alive is an annual event held at 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, Virginia 20110.

 

Mark Murphy, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

Connie Huebner, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

Helen Burroughs, Photo by Otis Stanley

Michelle Baker, Photo by Donna Liguria 

 

Richard Tyler, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

Donna Liguria, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

Sheri Herrick, Sandra McClelland Lewin, and Bettie Sperty, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

Evelyn Chatters, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

 

Bettie Sperty and Elizabeth Stathis, Photo by Sandra McClelland Lewin

 

Arts Alive attendees enjoying the art, Photo by Sandra McClelland Lewin

 

Sheri Herrick, Photo by Sandra McClelland Lewin

Donna Liguria's mini paintings, Photo by Sandra McClelland Lewin

 

 

 Photo by Michelle Baker

 

Helen Burroughs, Photo by Michelle Baker

 

Photo by Michelle Baker

 

Photo by Michelle Baker

 Photo by Michelle Baker

All PWAS Members in the show:

Bettie Sperty
Carol Rusaw  
Donna Liguria
Elizabeth Stathis
Fatima Farzana                                             
Helen Burroughs   
Mark Murphy     
Michelle Baker        
Richard Tyler
Robert Dew   

Sandra McClelland Lewin   
Sheri Herrick         
Susan Furr

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Author: Donna Liguria
An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA and Artistry Spin Blog Admin, specializing in acrylic painting. She paints landscapes, seascapes, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com, her Donna's Esty site and her Blog at Donna’s Cave Paintings.

Photography/Video Credits:
Otis Stanley, Michelle Baker, Sandra McClelland Lewin, and Donna Liguria

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Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 52-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia.

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment!

Post 396: PWAS Busy Weekend - ChiliFest and Arts Alive

PWAS Busy Weekend - ChiliFest, Arts Alive, Strut Your Stuff

The hills are ALIVE, with the sound of...paint brushes...How about some big art shows this weekend? Two days of ART - Saturday, September 9 at Stonebridge, in front of and IN Open Space Arts and Sunday, September 10 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, ARTS ALIVE!

PWAS Arts Weekend

Prince William Art Society (PWAS) will be at both! Many of your favorite LOCAL artists with all flavors of art for you to enjoy! Three art shows in 2 days!

 

FREE - Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center, Open Space Arts Gallery AND PWAS Popup Art Show in front of the gallery

15000 #140 Potomac Town Center

Woodbridge, VA

(across from DSW)

Chilifest Saturday, September 9, 2023 11am to 6pm

 

https://www.kojamproductions.com/events/stonebridge-fall-fest-and-chili-cook-off-2023

 

Stop in to see the "Strut Your Stuff" art show at Open Space Arts - art in and outside the gallery!
 

 

FREE - Arts Alive on Sunday, September 10, 2023 

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Cir
Manassas, VA 20110 12-5pm

 

https://www.pwcartscouncil.org/artsalive/

Stop by and say HELLO!

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Author: Donna Liguria
An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA and Artistry Spin Blog Admin, specializing in acrylic painting. She paints landscapes, seascapes, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com, Donna's Etsy Site and her Blog at Donna’s Cave Paintings.

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Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 52-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia.

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment!

Post 215: Arts Alive in Manassas at the Hylton Performing Arts Center Sept 11, 2022

Arts Alive in Manassas at the Hylton Performing Arts Center Sept 11, 2022

Although the weathermen threatened rain and thunderstorms and generally a lousy day, it did not actually occur. The day ended up having some sun and the rain held off for the 2022 Arts Alive at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas.

PWAS Member's Art on Display at Arts Alive

If you enjoy art, all kinds of art, Arts Alive is an annual event that is not to be missed! Song, dance, costumes, readings, writings and visual arts - canvas, paintings, photography and so much more all day!

 

  

Photo Credit: Sheri Herrick

 

Donna Liguria's mini painting world

 

Tom Payne

 

Ken Meardon, John Hartt, and Bilee Sciuto

 

Ken Meardon, John Hartt, and Bilee Sciuto 

 

Donna Liguria

 

Tom Payne and Bilee Sciuto 

 

Ken Meardon and Sandra Lewin 

 

John Hartt 

 

Richard Tyler and Bilee Sciuto 

 

Richard Tyler and Bilee Sciuto

PWAS Members that attended were:

Ken Meardon

Sandra Lewand

Donna Liguria

Sheri Herrick

Richard Tyler

Linda Nedilsky

Carol Rusaw

Bilee Sciuto

Tom Payne

John Hartt

 

We also saw Kelly Haneklau and Susan Furr with their own art booths too!

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Author: Donna Liguria
An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA specializing in acrylic painting. She paints landscapes, seascapes, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at https://DonnaLiguriaArt.com & her Blog at https://donnascavepainting.blogspot.com/.

Photography/Video Credits:
Sheri Herrick and Donna Liguria

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Local Art: Visit us at Stonebridge Open Space Arts at 15000 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA - Open Wed to Sat 12-7 and Sun 12-5
The Prince William Art Society is a 50-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia.

Want to know how to get involved at OSA? If you are an artist (18 or older) living in Prince William County, or a are a member of a PWC art group, you are welcome to get on our next art show's emailing list. Send it to us, OR come by the gallery to find out more.

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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