Post 401: Sat Sep 9, 2023 at Chilifest at Stonebridge Pt 2

Sat Sep 9, 2023 at Chili Cook-off at Stonebridge Pt 2

Saturday, September 9, 2023 Stonebridge Shopping Center. The Prince William Art Society popup art show outside of Open Space Arts Gallery at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA featured PWAS artists. A fun day it was!

More Chili Cook-off Pictures

Open Space Arts is at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA. The Prince William Art Society had tents in from of the gallery for the day.

See Chili Cook-off Part 1

 

Jesmin Rashid jewelry, Photo by Otis Stanley

 

PWAS Booth, Photo by Otis Stanley 

 

Elizabeth Stathis paintings, Photo by Otis Stanley 

 

Anna Gatling paintings, Photo by Otis Stanley 

 

Donna Liguria's Bookcase Art - Mini paintings, Photo by Otis Stanley 

 

Art Wall paintings (left to right) - Robert Dew, Donna Liguria, Nicole Fisher, Photo by Otis Stanley 

 The "Strut Your Stuff" show at Open Space Arts ends Sunday, September 17 and the new show called "Heritage" will begin Wednesday, September 20. An art reception will be held Friday, September 15 starting at 6pm. The public is welcome.

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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

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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 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 399: Sat Sep 9, 2023 at Chilifest at Stonebridge Pt 1

Sat Sep 9, 2023 PWAS at Chili Cook-Off Fall Festival at Stonebridge

Saturday, September 9, 2023 Stonebridge Shopping Center. The Prince William Art Society popup art show outside of Open Space Arts Gallery at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA featured PWAS artists. A fun day it was!

Fun, Art and Iffy Weather

Popup art shows are always fun with the fellow PWAS members; getting caught up on everyone's lives and what is new. Everyone pitches in and helps with the setup, and has lots of laughs and lots of admiration for each other's art. 

For a day that was supposed to be cloudy all day with a chance of thunderstorms in the evening, it started off a lot nicer than forecasted. It was bright and sunny AND HOT for a good part of the day, until around 2ish...that loud thunder roll had everyone looking up, then down. Everyone's weather apps on their phones were quickly consulted. 

One of the Festivals helpers came around and said watch your weather apps...some vendors folded up tent and departed. PWAS devised a "what if scenario" and put up the tent sides. Meanwhile, the sidewalk tent was decommissioned and some art was put inside the gallery.

The art show was able to go on for awhile longer, until alas, the rain came down. And hard. In buckets. Some artists already had their art inside, while others had to wait for a break in the downpour - which took awhile to happen.

Here's some pics taken by Otis Stanley of some of the PWAS members, in the early part of the day.

 

 

Robert

 

Sheri

 

Evelyn

 

David

 

Donna

 

Connie

 

Anna

 

Jesmin

 

Nicole 

 

 

Jeffrey and Elizabeth

Nonetheless, we had a fun day, although a long and very hot one. 

I was reminded of a story I heard a couple years ago. A founding member of PWAS, Jewell Pratt Burns was telling me the story of an art show that she attended once, many years ago with her fellow PWAS members at that time. She said that they were all doing this show that they had traveled to and it started raining HARD. Well, I don't think you will ever see an artist move as fast as trying to get their artwork out of a rainstorm! Jewell was saying that the mad scramble of artists stuffing their artwork in trash bags for protection was a sight to see.

I should make that an Art Tip. When rain threatens, bring trash bags.

See Chili Cook-off Part 2

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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

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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 398: Art Tips 13

Art Tips, Tricks, and More...13

You never know when you might hear an art tip about something that is just the suggestion that will solve an issue for you or help you and your work in some way. This is an ongoing series of tips and I would LOVE to have your suggestions as well!

 

Photo by sydney Rae on Unsplash

Art Tips, Advice, Suggestions

1. Be patient. I recently read that overnight success for an artist can take an average of 12 years. It's definitely a journey.
   
2. Focus on your artistic weaknesses.
3. If boredom sets in, do something different. 
4. Find your style.
5. Get the background in. Backgrounds play a supporting role of the piece.
   
6. Don't let your brushes get dusty. 
7. Expose yourself. No, keep your clothes on and get out of the studio. There is not a better way for an artist to sell art than becoming a KNOWN artist - in your own community. Let people get to know you and build relationships within your local art group, attending local art receptions, and more.
8. Learn from a rejection. 
9. Offer a range of sizes and price points.
10. Dress for success. Make a good impression on those you are showing your art to and always be courteous and friendly.
    
11. In your art career, try to not take things too personally, that is not a key to success. In every county, there are hundreds of artists trying to get into local galleries that show local artists. They can't show them all and it might not be their focus for a show.
12. Keep your studio organized, you'll save time and money! Knowing where everything is helps you see what (paint) colors need to be replaced. Group by manufacturer, by colors and have your most used items in easy reach.
    

Art Tips is a series of blog posts with 12 tips per post. See the rest of the Art Tips Series on this page for more tidbits of advice: https://artistryspin.blogspot.com/p/art.html

Send me YOUR art tips too or drop them in the comments below. AND let me know if you find an art tip here that you LOVE!

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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 397: Military Call 4 Art and the Artists at the New Open Space Arts Show

Military Call for Art and Artists at the New "Heritage" Show

A Military Call for Art and a congratulations are in order.

A Military Call for Art at the Workhouse Residency

Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA

Check out the details here:

https://www.jotform.com/form/230675763109157

Open Space Arts Show

Congratulations to the following 24 artists whose work was juried into the Honor Your Heritage art show that will be displayed at OSA from September 20 - October 15, 2023. 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA.

Akon Otoyo
Ana Quispe
Anna Huerta
April S. Mckether
Connell Calvert
Elizabeth Stathis
Erika Romo
Evelyn Chatters
Silvio Amurrio
Jeffrey Holman
Katie Keller Dugan
Kenneth L. Mckether
LA “ZERO” MEJIAS
MUNOZ, L
Mayra I. Torres Juarez
Nicholas Sweitzer
Nicole Serna
Otis L. Stanley
Pierre Georges
Scott Elliott
Sheri Herrick
Sonya Cromwell
Tom Payne
Zee Berríos 

The Art Reception for the current show at Open Space Arts is Friday, September 15, 2023 - "Strut Your Stuff" will end on September 17 with the "Honor Your Heritage" show starting up Sept 20.

Let's have a show of hands for these artists! Ok, leave a congratulations in the comments!

Note that the Prince William Art Society will no longer be the managers of the gallery space as of October 1, 2023.

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Author: Penny Shaw

 

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.

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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 395: Watercolor Painting Workshop - Aspen Trees with Mike Flynn

Watercolor Painting Workshop - Aspen Trees in Winter with Mike Flynn

In case you want to learn more about Watercolor...

The Loft Gallery Art Class in October

We are delighted to announce that the following mini watercolor painting workshop has been scheduled and is open for registration! The workshop will take place at The Loft Gallery, and registration is through the instructor, Mike Flynn.

Watercolor Painting Workshop

Aspen Trees in Winter

This class is designed for students (beginner to intermediate) who want to explore the unique principles of watercolor: transparency, speed, & spontaneity. Workshop will emphasize and demonstrate brush work, color mixing, wash techniques, value patterns, design layout, and composition. Students will create an 8"x10" painting. All art supplies will be provided by instructor but students must bring a 16"x20" hard board or foam board to use as a painting support surface. Must be Age 16+ and class is limited to 8 students.

When: Monday, October 16, 2023

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Where: The Loft Gallery 313B Mill Street (upstairs), Occoquan, VA

Price: $85 (includes instruction and painting supplies)*

For more information and registration, go to: http://www.mikeflynnartist.com/

Supplies will be provided - disposable plate pallet, watercolor paper, paint, brushes, plastic cup, tissue, pencil, eraser, tape, ink pen, white gouache and scrap paper to practice.

Students will paint an 8"x10" painted image in an 11"x14" mat.

*NOTE: Students will only need to bring a 16"x20" hard board or foram board support surface.

There will be no customers coming into the gallery during class time.

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Author: Teresa T. Brunson

 

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!