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Monday, November 14, 2022

Post 261: Scotty Paints Presents Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting Workshop

Scotty Paints Presents Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting Workshop

Wet-on-wet Oil Painting Workshop

11 December 2022 - 1:00 to 5:00pmOpen Space Arts Gallery and Workshop - Stonebridge Center

Thank you for your interest in the Scotty Paints Oil Painting Workshop to be held at the Open Space Arts Gallery and Workshop in the Stonebridge Shopping Center, Woodbridge, VA.

In this workshop you will complete the painting "Serenity" that was featured in the Bob Ross "Joy of Painting" ® series tv show. If you want to get a head start, you can see this painting come to life in the Season 21 Episode 4 video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/crqmO3qDdco

In this workshop you will be completing a 16 x 20" canvas painting in oil taught by Scott McDonald, a Certified Ross Instructor. We will be working in the wet-on-wet oil technique to create this painting in one sitting. All course materials are provided. Since the painting will be wet when you leave with it, you will need to have a flat level space in your vehicle to get your masterpiece safely home. Please wear "painting clothes", aprons will be available as well for you to use.Payment for the workshop ($75.00) will be taken at the workshop in the form of either cash, check, or an online payment by scanning a QR Code with a smart phone.We allow four hours for the workshop to ensure all students get the care and attention they need to complete the painting in one sitting. Space is limited to ten students. To reserve your easel send an email to scottypaints54@gmail.com to let us know so we can add you for the class.The Open Space Gallery is located in the Stonebridge Shopping Center in between "Ulta" and "The Loft" at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA 22191. We suggest parking in the parking lot behind the building to facilitate moving your painting from the backdoor of the workshop to your vehicle.This workshop is made possible by the PWC Arts Council and the Prince William Arts Society.*Bob Ross and "The Joy of Painting" are registered trademarks of BobRoss Inc and are used with permission granted to Certified Bob Ross Instructors.

For questions/more information, contact:

Scotty Paints scottypaints54@gmail.com

Author/Artist: Scott McDonald
An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA

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:

Scott McDonald

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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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Post 227: Seats Available for Oil Painting Workshop with Scotty Paints

Seats Available for Oil Painting Workshop with Scotty Paints

Simple Seascape Workshop

Five Seats Available!Reserve your seat now by sending an email to:scottypaints54@gmail.comSeats available on a first received basis.

1 October 2022 - 1:00 to 5:00pmOpen Space Arts Gallery and Workshop - Stonebridge Center

Don't miss out on this fun afternoon of a Scotty Paints Oil Painting Workshop to be held at the Open Space Arts Gallery and Workshop in the Stonebridge Shopping Center, Woodbridge, VA.In this workshop you will paint the "Sunrise Seascape" that was featured in the Bob Ross "Joy of Painting" ® series tv show. If you want to get a head start, you can see this painting come to life in the Season 5 Episode 6 video on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0Bz6TNUK1Q

In this workshop you will be completing a 16" x 20" canvas painting in oil taught by Scott McDonald, a Certified Ross Instructor. We will be working in the wet-on-wet oil technique to create this painting in one sitting. All course materials are provided. Since the painting will be wet when you leave with it, you will need to have a flat level space in your vehicle to get your masterpiece safely home. Please wear "painting clothes", aprons will be available as well for you to use.Payment for the workshop ($75.00) will be taken at the workshop in the form of either cash, credit card, or an online payment by scanning a QR Code with a smart phone.We allow four hours for the workshop to ensure all students get the care and attention they need to complete the painting in one sitting. If for some reason you will not be able to attend, please send an e-mail to scottypaints54@gmail.com to let us know so we can move on to the next name on our waiting list.

Looking forward to you joining us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of painting.The Open Space Gallery is locate in the Stonebridge Shopping Center in between "Ulta" and "The Loft" at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Pl, Woodbridge, VA 22191. We suggest parking in the parking lot behind the building to facilitate moving your painting from the backdoor of the workshop to your vehicle.This workshop is made possible by the PWC Arts Council and the Prince William Arts Society.*Bob Ross and "The Joy of Painting" are registered trademarks of BobRossInc and are used with permission granted to Certified Bob Ross Instructors.

Author: Scott McDonald
An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA

Photography/Video Credits:

Scott McDonald

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Saturday, August 27, 2022

Post 205: Scott McDonald - A Painting Progress Program

Scott McDonald - A Painting Progress Program

Monday, August 22, 2022 at the Prince William Art Society meeting, after PWAS business was attended to including upcoming art events, Scott McDonald took the floor.

An Artist's Journey Can Detour

As many an artist has done, they discover at a young age the beauty in the world around them and a keen interest in how to get it to canvas. Scott told of his introduction to the world of art from paintings by his Grandmother's flowers and his desire to capture those memories. Then when he was in school and taking art classes, he finally thought he would get the chance to do that, except he went through a series of art teachers that simply said "Paint this." And then later, "Ok, good."

So his progress in his art journey, took some twists and turns as he described them in his program, including joining the Navy and setting art down for a long period of time.

And now Scott is a certified Bob Ross method teacher! And he finally learned to paint those flowers like his Grandmother did.

Look for his Workshop at Open Space Arts at Stonebridge, on the PWAS Workshop and Classes page:

https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/workshops

Painting Seascapes in Oil, Bob Ross Style

Working with oil, Scott (trained in the Bob Ross teaching method) will simplify the oil painting process guaranteeing a successful result.
Supplies included for a 16x20 painting.
Tuition: $75.00 Duration: 4hrs
Date: Sat. Oct 1, 2022, Saturday 1:00- 5:00pm
Contact Me to Register: Scottypaints54 at gmail.com
Ages and Skill level: All skill levels 16 and up
Minimum Class Size: 5 Maximum: 10

Photography/Video Credits:
Ana Quispe

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Friday, August 19, 2022

Post 201: PWAS Meeting Monday, August 22, 2022 Featuring Scott McDonald

PWAS Meeting Monday, August 22, 2022 Featuring Scott McDonald

The Prince William Art Society meets once a month on the 4th Monday of the month. Typically, we meet at the Tall Oaks Community Building at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192. We meet at 7:30pm and cover the business part first, followed by light refreshments. PWAS often has a guest speaker that will have some kind of an art talk, demo, or presentation. The public is welcome to attend.

This month's guest speaker is Scott McDonald, a fellow Prince William Art Society member.

My Journey into the World of Bob Ross

At the August general membership meeting of the Prince William Arts Society, Scott E. McDonald will be giving an introduction into the Alla Prima or “wet-on-wet” technique of the Renaissance and its re-emergence into mainstream oil painting through the work of Bill Alexander and Bob Ross.

Scott will highlight why he chose this style of painting after 45 years of working in traditional oils and acrylics. Scott will display and discuss some of his works and introduce the workshop scheduled for 1 October at the Open Space Arts Gallery in Stonebridge Town Center.

Scott is a three time winner of the Open Space Arts “People’s Choice Award” for his seascapes. Scott is a Certified Ross Instructor in both Landscapes and Florals.

See you on Monday!

Author: Scott McDonald

An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA

Photography/Video Credits:
Scott McDonald

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Saturday, August 13, 2022

Post 197: Have You Created Your Masterpiece Yet?

Have You Created Your Masterpiece Yet?

The question was asked of the Prince William Art Society member if they have created their masterpiece yet? This will be an interesting question I believe because there could be several approaches to this. Would the artist know in their heart that a certain painting, photograph, sculpture IS the pinnacle of their body of work or are they always looking forward that the NEXT one will be?

A Few PWAS Artists Answer the Masterpiece Question

The Prince William Art Society members are periodically asked a question as a whole and I await their answers and feedback to post into this Artistry Spin Blog. This masterpiece question had a few followups too, including have you sold it? Are you planning on selling it? Why? Explain your thoughts.

We shall see what comments this generates...(play the Jeopardy music here)...

1. Otis Stanley

"Major Cleaning Buffalo Fish" may be my masterpiece in the sense that I captured Major Tademy doing what he loved to do; preparing buffalo fish for cooking. In that he was able to see the finished painting and appreciated my efforts gives me great pride. No doubt, I will continue to challenge myself with future projects but this one gives me joy and satisfaction. The painting currently resides in Brooklyn, NY.

2. Michelle Baker

My style changes daily, so it's hard to say if I have painted my masterpiece.

However, this painting from a photo of an afternoon by a creek is my favorite and one I will not sell.

I love the layers in "Floating Along". We are all just floating along through the whirlpools of life.

3. Donna Liguria

https://donnaliguriaart.com/

Mount Assiniboine in Canada 2021 Acrylic 18x24

Have I created my masterpiece as yet? In a way, I hope not. I think mine is out there just waiting to find its canvas. Do I have a favorite or what I think is my best so far? I actually have several and most of them are sold. I haven't painted anything I want to necessarily hold on to - as yet anyway, but I am very pleased with some of them, if not tickled by how they turn out. This painting was one of them. My cousin took the picture while on location and asked me to paint it along with my "Sunrise at Nags Head" painting and I loved how both of them came out.

"Sunrise at Nags Head" by Donna Liguria 2021 Acrylic 16x20

4. Scott McDonald

That's an interesting question as I don't approach painting from that point of view. And I might not ever as in my mind I am the eternal student trying different things and still looking for my definitive style or niche.

After 50 plus years I can look back and think about paintings that I have accomplished and which ones I thought were my best at that time, but I don't know that I could ever call any particular "good" painting a masterpiece. In my opinion, to create a masterpiece you have to have a goal to achieve something grandiose. I don't know what that would be for me. I do have several ideas floating around in my mind of paintings I would like to accomplish. I just want to do well enough that they are accepted by those who visit the gallery and would maybe want one of mine in their home. Maybe each of those that achieve that honor are a kind of masterpiece.

There is probably a painting out there that was one of my best, and maybe someone years from now will dub it as my masterpiece. But that means lots of people would have to know about my catalog of work. Most of my paintings live in boxes in my studio when not framed for a show or gracing a wall in my home. Are they good enough that years from now someone will come across them after I'm gone and make such a declaration. That remains to be seen, and like many artists before me, probably something that I will never know should such a declaration be made.. So I live in the moment and graciously accept the accolades or critiques of those who view my work and provide feedback that I can hear today. Maybe the ones that received a recent "Peoples Choice Award" at the gallery are my masterpieces. And that is good enough for me.

5. Mark Murphy

markmurphystudios.com

I have not created my masterpiece yet and to be honest, I'm not quite sure that I ever will. As Tolstoy said, “If you look for perfection, you'll never be content.” Aspiring to creating great art is both a blessing and a curse. Approaching life as an artist means there are endless opportunities to view and express beauty or meaning in new ways, but for me it also means that I'm never quite satisfied with my results. With practice, I see my skills improving and my results moving closer to the vision in my mind but the imperfection of my results keeps me trying.

If I define success not as a masterpiece but as a painting that I'm proud to share, my success rate is still down around 30% or less. Fortunately, I'm currently expressing myself with watercolors so it does not require significant storage space for all the paintings that I don't share and don't quite know what to do with.

I feel this same tension when I'm playing music, playing golf, or practicing Tai Chi. Feeling like there is always room for improvement keeps it interesting. When I see great art or a great performance I often say, "I don't know whether to get motivated or discouraged." Of course, choosing motivation is the key.

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Sunday, July 31, 2022

Post 190: What's On Your Easel Right Now?

What's On Your Easel Right Now?

PWAS Members show off what's on their easel (in the studio) right now.

PWAS Member's Artwork on the Easel in July 2022

The Prince William Art Society members are periodically asked this question for this blog and they graciously answer with a sneak peek into their studios (or wherever they are right now) to have a look at what they are currently working on. Some pieces look nearly finished, some are in the beginning processes. Psst, come on, let's take a look...

1. Donna Liguria

"A Day at Blue Ridge Shores" Acrylic, 24x24 https://donnaliguriaart.com

Still tweaking a few areas of this painting that I began while on vacation earlier in July.

2. Otis Stanley

"This Far By Faith" Charcoal drawing, will paint in acrylic16x20

3. Jortt aka John Hartt

Oil on canvas 20” x 20” www.jortt.com

4. Bilee Sciuto

This is Tango... He passed away and the granddaughter has asked for a picture to be done. Acrylic 11x17

5. Scott McDonald

My easel is currently set up at the Bob Ross Studio and Workshop in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. I’ve been here for two weeks getting certified to teach floral painting in the “alla-prima” or Wet-on-wet technique. I have one more week to complete for the certification.

6. Bruce Fasick

Rube Foster (for Rev Sims NLLHOF) “Can we play?” part of the upcoming Duets show (painting and sculpture)

7. Maureen Guillot

This is what's on my easel. I'm attempting to paint these sunflowers before they die. Each day they are different and they kind of move because they are slowly dying. A real challenge. I'm a slow painter. Oil painting on an 11x14 linen panel.

8. Staci Blanchard

Here is what is on my table/easel. It’s a diptych and each piece is 12x24. It is an untitled acrylic pour. I was inspired by the red color I used in this piece. I hadn’t used it yet and I was really drawn to it and to see how it would play with the other colors.

9. Michelle Baker

My goal in this painting is simply to capture the beauty of one of my favorite places-an historic one-room school located in Fauquier County, Virginia. Built in 1887, Number 18 School sits in a tiny community garden which is lovingly tended to by volunteers in Marshall, Virginia.

10. Mark Murphy

I'm working on a small watercolor with a "Día de Muertos" theme for Hispanic Heritage Month. Although death is a typically serious subject, I'm shooting for a whimsical skeleton couple that may end up under the "fun" portion of my website - http://www.markmurphystudios.com

11. Urmila Kumari

I used warm colors in this painting. I love to play with these bold colors. Theses colors keep me happy, warm and energetic. Medium: Acrylic, Size: 38x50x1.5 inches, Title: Happiness

Thank you to all of the PWAS Members that responded. Please share the blog post to all your social media and websites too.

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 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

Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment!

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Post 187: Summer Spotlight on Art Winners at Open Space Arts at Stonebridge

Summer Spotlight on Art Winners at Open Space Arts at Stonebridge

The current art show at the Open Space Arts gallery at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA is running between June 26 and August 14, 2022. Each art show we have the visitors vote on their favorite art piece and drop the little cards in the box. Well, the public voted and we LOVE announcing the winners! Hmmm, a lot of purple and blues...something to think about??!!

You Came, You Saw, You Voted

And this is how you voted your favorite art pieces currently hanging at the gallery:

1st Place Blue Ribbon - Tom Payne for ”Last Hope”

2nd Place Red Ribbon - Fatima Farzana for “Dreaming in Purple”

3rd Place White Ribbon - Scott McDonald for “Midnight Dunes”

The gallery is FREE to visit, so while you are shopping at Wegmans - well before you buy that ice cream, come by Open Space Arts - across from DSW, next to Ulta on one side and Barnes and Noble and the Loft on the other. Have you visited yet?

Leave your comments below and try NOT to post anonymously!

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 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

Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment!

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.

Photography/Video Credits:

Donna Liguria

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Monday, November 14, 2022

Scotty Paints Presents Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting Workshop

Wet-on-wet Oil Painting Workshop

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Seats Available for Oil Painting Workshop with Scotty Paints

Simple Seascape Workshop

Five Seats Available!Reserve your seat now by sending an email to:scottypaints54@gmail.comSeats available on a first received basis.

Saturday, August 27, 2022

Scott McDonald - A Painting Progress Program

An Artist's Journey Can Detour

Friday, August 19, 2022

PWAS Meeting Monday, August 22, 2022 Featuring Scott McDonald

My Journey into the World of Bob Ross

Saturday, August 13, 2022

Have You Created Your Masterpiece Yet?

A Few PWAS Artists Answer the Masterpiece Question

1. Otis Stanley

2. Michelle Baker

3. Donna Liguria

4. Scott McDonald

5. Mark Murphy

Sunday, July 31, 2022

What's On Your Easel Right Now?

PWAS Member's Artwork on the Easel in July 2022

1. Donna Liguria

2. Otis Stanley

3. Jortt aka John Hartt

4. Bilee Sciuto

5. Scott McDonald

6. Bruce Fasick

7. Maureen Guillot

8. Staci Blanchard

9. Michelle Baker

10. Mark Murphy

11. Urmila Kumari

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Summer Spotlight on Art Winners at Open Space Arts at Stonebridge

You Came, You Saw, You Voted

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