Post 101: The Artwork of Bettie Sperty, a PWAS Member

The Artwork of Bettie Sperty, a PWAS Member

Bettie Sperty is a local, Virginia artist who enjoys working with a variety of mediums. Her painting style runs from fun, colorful and whimsical to the fine detail of photo realism. Her pieces - paintings and pottery - are quite often enhanced with metallic foils, iridescent paints or other sparkling accents. 

Ladies and Gentlemen, the artwork of Bettie Sperty...

 

 

"Golden Nest" 24”x24” Acrylic on canvas, w/metallic and sparkling accents

 

 

"DragonFly" 10” x 12" Acrylic, micro beads, silver leaf, more shiny stuff on canvas

 

 

"Sneak Peek" 16”x16” Acrylic on canvas w/ sparkling stars (SOLD)

"Blue Bird of Happiness" approx 6”x7”x2”deep - wall hanging. Fired pottery, glazes, acrylic paint

 

 

"Thinking of Home" Approx 6”x5”x2”deep - wall hanging. Fired pottery. glazes, acrylics

"Two winged vases" - Tall one is 10”x2’, small one is 4”x2” Fired and glazed pottery, acrylic paint

The Art Gallery - Clearbrook Center of the Arts...

The members of the Prince William Art Society display their artwork at Clearbrook Center of the Arts in Lake Ridge, Virginia which is typically open every Saturday and Sunday. But because of the ongoing health issues plaguing the country (AND big piles of SNOW AND threats of more snow...it IS January!), Clearbrook is closed for the month of January unfortunately.

You can still enjoy seeing the art of the PWAS members here on Artistry Spin, the PWAS Blog! We have some ongoing Art Gallery posts for other members, see: The Artwork of Otis Stanley, John Hartt, Scott McDonald and Donna Liguria.

Contact

Bettie Sperty

bsperty@comcast.net

https://www.bsperty.com/ B Sperty Art & Stuff

She can be found on Facebook and Instagram:

https://www.facebook.com/BettieSpertyArt

https://www.instagram.com/bettiesperty/ 

 

You are welcome to leave a comment below - we would love to hear what you think!

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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: 

Bettie Sperty

Post 100: Prince William Art Society Membership

Prince William Art Society (PWAS) Membership

Have you joined the Prince William Art Society yet? If you live in Prince William County, Virginia (or nearby) and you love art, looking at art and just ENJOY the art - you should. If you love creating art, you should. Even if you are not a professional, or just a dabbler, you should. If you are a professional, you still should!

Membership Runs from January - December

Membership for PWAS begins in January and ends in December and is NOT pro-rated. Please read more about it on the PWAS website at https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

 

Mail To:

Membership
Prince William Art Society, Inc.
P.O. Box 2013
Woodbridge, VA 22195

 

Also well worth reading is https://artistryspin.blogspot.com/2021/10/post-57-joining-your-local-art-groups.html

 

The first meeting of the year will be February 28, 2022 so now is a great time to get your artistic, creative hobby or art career in gear and DO something with your love of art, in motion.

 

 

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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/.

 

Post 99: The Artwork of John Hartt, a PWAS Member

The Artwork of John Hartt, a PWAS Member

John Hartt, the artist known as Jortt, leans toward a bright, colorful palette with his subject matter ranging from whimsical to “just plain weird”. His goal is simple, “I want my art to make people smile”.

His permanent collection is hanging at the Man Cave  in Historic Manassas, Virginia.

The Art Gallery - Clearbrook Center of the Arts...

The members of the Prince William Art Society display their artwork at Clearbrook Center of the Arts in Lake Ridge, Virginia which is typically open every Saturday and Sunday. But because of the ongoing health issues plaguing the country (AND big piles of SNOW), Clearbrook is closed for the month of January unfortunately.

You can still enjoy seeing the art of the PWAS members here on Artistry Spin, the PWAS Blog! Another of our artist members to show his art is John Hartt, an artist in Manassas, Virginia - please enjoy and let us know what you think by leaving a comment!

"Best Buds" - 48” x 36” -  Oil on Mirror - $1,200

"The Festival Bird" - 30” x 30” – oil of Canvas - $650

"Moony" - 10” x 10” – Oil on Panel - $300

"Fishing Buddies" - 16” x 12” – Oil on Canvas - $375 

 

 

Please leave a comment below and for more information about Jortt, aka John Hartt go to john@jortt.com 

www.jortt.com

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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:
John Hartt

Post 98: The Artwork of Scott McDonald, a PWAS Member

The Artwork of Scott McDonald, a PWAS Member

The members of the Prince William Art Society are usually displaying their artwork at Clearbrook Center of the Arts in Lake Ridge, Virginia which is typically open every Saturday and Sunday. But because of the ongoing health issues plaguing the country (AND big piles of SNOW), Clearbrook is closed for the month of January unfortunately.

The Art Gallery - Clearbrook Center of the Arts...

TA DA! You can still enjoy seeing the art of the PWAS members here on Artistry Spin, the PWAS Blog! Our third artist member to show his art is Scott McDonald, an artist in Woodbridge, Virginia - please enjoy and let us know what you think by leaving a comment!...

Medium: Oils

Size: 16x20

 

 

 

 

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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: 

Scott McDonald

Post 97: The Artwork of Donna Liguria, PWAS Member

The Artwork of Donna Liguria, PWAS Member

A member of the Prince William Art Society since March 2021, Donna Liguria has enjoyed not only being a member of PWAS and enjoying all the benefits provided, but also meeting and making friends with the other members. And meeting and chatting with all the folks that have visited and enjoyed the art on display at Clearbrook Center of the Arts and all of the other art events PWAS sponsored in 2021.

The Art Gallery - Clearbrook Center of the Arts...

The members of the Prince William Art Society display their artwork at Clearbrook Center of the Arts in Lake Ridge, Virginia which is usually open every Saturday and Sunday. Because of the ongoing health issues plaguing the country, Clearbrook is closed for the month of January unfortunately. 

But you can still enjoy seeing the art of the PWAS members here on Artistry Spin, the PWAS Blog! Our second artist member to show her art is me, Donna Liguria, an artist in Woodbridge, Virginia - please enjoy...

 

"Mountain Reflection" 18x24 Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas (Sold)

 

"East Coast Beach Sunrise" Acrylic 20x20 Gallery Wrapped Stretched Canvas

 

"Dream Beach" Acrylics 12x12 on Gallery Wrapped Stretched Canvas

 

"Turtle Life" Acrylic 12x12 Gallery Wrapped Stretched Canvas

 

"Mysteries in the Deep" Acrylic 11x14 Gallery Wrapped Stretched Canvas

 

"Let's Go to See the Hobbits" Acrylic 8x10 (Sold)

Drop a comment and let me know what you think!

Where to Find Me

Like My Art? Contact Donna Liguria at Donna.Liguria@outlook.com   

Website: https://donnaliguriaart.com

Blog: https://donnascavepainting.blogspot.com

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/donnaliguria 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DonnaLiguria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DonnaLiguriaArt

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DLiguriaArt 

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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: 

Donna Liguria

Post 96: The Artwork of Otis Stanley, a PWAS Member

The Artwork of Otis Stanley, a PWAS Member

The members of the Prince William Art Society display their artwork at Clearbrook Center of the Arts in Lake Ridge, Virginia which is usually open every Saturday and Sunday. Because of the ongoing health issues plaguing the country, Clearbrook is closed for the month of January unfortunately. 

But you can still enjoy seeing the art of the PWAS members here on Artistry Spin, the PWAS Blog! Our first artist member to show his art is Otis Stanley, an artist in Woodbridge, Virginia - please enjoy...

"Going Home" 16x20 Acrylic

 

"Better Must Come"

 

"Front Porch Blues"

 

"Generations"

 

"Used Guitar Blues"

 

"Walking Blues"

Leave a comment and let Otis know what you think. Have a favorite?

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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: 

Otis Stanley

Post 95: Artist Hibernation?

Artist Hibernation?

With Clearbrook Center of the Arts closed for the month of January, the artist members of the Prince William Art Society may be in "artist hibernation" mode...or are they?

Baby, It's COVID Outside

As we all know, due to all the continuing health issue worries, here in Prince William County, Virginia, the decision was made to close the art gallery at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge. And we have started the year with a LOT of snow and cold. So, what are the PWAS artists doing at this time? Snuggling up and toasting their toes near the gas logs or getting in the art studio and slapping some paint onto canvas?

 

Hibernation is defined by Dictionary.com as "An inactive state resembling deep sleep in which certain animals living in cold climates pass the winter. In hibernation, the body temperature is lowered and breathing and heart rates slow down. Hibernation protects the animal from cold and reduces the need for food during the season when food is scarce."

 

Artist Hibernation is laying low over the down time and not being creative (food). Maybe they are "taking a break" or something else. Maybe their 'creative juices' need a kick start or they might take the time to get the tax info together. (Insert scream here.) 

 

I am wondering how other artists are using this time. I tend to think more artists are taking advantage of the cold and COVID closing and painting new artwork! Maybe the next Mona Lisa is on someone's easel or John will paint that Ice Cream Cone with the eyes actually screaming this time (Eyes Cream). 

 

I'm painting! I have actually painted 3 so far. "Mysteries of the Deep" and 2 small goldfish. How are you spending your January?

...By the way, there is no PWAS Meeting in January either. The next meeting will be on Monday, February 28, 2022. 

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Local Art: Visit us at Clearbrook Center of the Arts at Tackett's Mill in Lake Ridge, VA on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 – it’s free to see the artwork! Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

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

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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: 

Donna Liguria