Post 488: PWAS Artist Members Reveal Their Artwork

PWAS Artist Members Reveal Their Artwork

The Prince William Art Society nonprofit artist group meets regularly on the 4th Monday of each month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Drive, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm. We typically have a guest speaker/artist giving a program, demonstration, or presentation on artistically what they do. We've had some awesome programs over the years, but periodically, we change things up.

PWAS Meeting Monday, August 26, 2024

Our guest programs have been really informative and often quite fun over the years since I've been a member of the PWAS art group. We've had every medium covered - oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, and mixed media. The members have been introduced to gel plate print making, plein air painting, photoart digital art, art commissions, the use of gold leaf and sparkly paint, and so many other art topics and artist's works. 

An in the spring, a meeting is set aside to award a scholarship to a qualifying high school student or two. In December, we forgo our usual meeting day, time and occasionally place to have a PWAS member plus 1 Christmas party. But occasionally, our program may go in another direction altogether.

So at this past Monday's PWAS meeting, we introduced a totally new idea. Each member attending was requested to bring in a recently completed art work. Tom Payne, our PWAS Member-At-Large, videoed the Member Art Reveal. Here are some photos of the photos and behind the scenes of our Art Reveal session. I'm looking forward to seeing the videos when they are ready!

 

PWAS Member Danielle Bancroft

 

PWAS Members enjoying catching up prior to meeting starting

 

PWAS Member Sheri Herrick

 

PWAS Member Elizabeth Stathis

 

PWAS Member Robert Dew 

 

PWAS Member Staci Blanchard with Richard Tyler on the left

 

PWAS Member Richard Tyler

 

PWAS Member Penny Shaw

PWAS Member Larry Burch

PWAS Member Anna Gatling

PWAS Member Bettie Sperty

PWAS Member Evelyn Chatters

PWAS Members mingling

PWAS Board Member Tom Payne ready for the next artist. PWAS Board Members Sandra, Elizabeth and Bettie almost ready to begin the meeting

 

PWAS Member Sandra McClelland Lewin

I wasn't able to capture every single PWAS artist that came and not all artists brought artwork. Nonetheless, I'm liking this change up to "the usual". How about you? We'll have to do this again!

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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: 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 487: Art Reveal at the August PWAS Meeting Aug 26th

Art Reveal at the August PWAS Meeting Aug 26th

The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) meets on the 4th Monday of the month at 7:30 and we typically have a guest speaker with an interesting art presentation. The topics can vary dramatically and this month is no different, except this month, the PWAS members themselves are the guest artists!

August 26 Program is Art Reveal

On August 26th for the monthly meeting members are encouraged to bring a work of art they have recently completed to share on the Prince William Art Society social media. We would like to provide web space for showcasing our own members' work in a dynamic way by filming each member who participates standing holding their art work facing away from the camera, then turning it around to reveal their work of art. Wear whatever you want, bring whatever size you have (as long as you can hold it!) but bring a dry work of art you would like to reveal. An example of the result can be viewed at:  https://youtube.com/shorts/xbToDKQWJVQ?si=RIkG98XHDyuFtBgn.

 

Photo by Yuri Kabisher on Unsplash

The Art Reveal will be for current PWAS members or new members (those who join during the night), but the fun, refreshments, networking and art news provided during the Art Reveal program and the business meeting to follow are open to all and the public is cordially invited to attend. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr., Woodbridge Va, 22192 beginning at 7:30 pm. Business meetings begin at approximately 8:00 pm.

 

Photo by Squared.one on Unsplash 

Notes for a few things to remember:

• If you have NOT varnished your painting yet, wait until AFTER the art reveal. Varnishes can add a lot of reflection.
• Do not to cover your face (if you can help it) when you turn the painting.
  
• Have the painting right side up! 
• Look up at the camera. Smile!
• Bring a note with the name of the painting, size, medium and of course, your name.
  
• We hope to have a LOT of members at the meeting so we'll need to turn the paintings around in a nice smooth motion so we can finish this video project up in a timely manner.
  

Now for the tough part. What art piece are you bringing to the meeting?

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Author: Emily Hawes

 

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

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Post 486: What do PWAS Members Have On Their Radars?

What do PWAS Members Have On Their Radars?

Spring and the fall are the busiest time of year for art shows, art festivals and any other type of art events. True, art is shown and sold throughout the year in galleries and art stores, and online as well, but the weather in the spring and fall makes it far easier to get out the tents, the gridwalls, the display tables and all the other equipment an artist needs to show off their art. The Prince William Art Society members have a lot of choice on where to show their art off in PWC.

Upcoming PWAS Art Events

The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) has many upcoming art shows and art events which include the events listed below. Many of the PWAS members will gather and show their artwork for all to see in these shows that PWAS takes part in or hosts, or other art events.

Arts Alive at the Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA Saturday, September 14, 2024 12-5pm This annual art show is a highlight of the year for PWAS members and will feature an area for a walk through art gallery with all types of art, art prints, miniature art and more.

Art in the Garden Saturday, September 14, 2024 11am to 1pm at the Montclair Library 5049 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA The PWAS Plein Air Posse will be around the property, painting wonderful sights around the garden.

PWAS at Fall Festival at Leopold's Preserve Saturday, September 21 from 11am-3pm (rain date Sept 28) 16290 Thoroughfare Road, Broad Run, VA. The Plein Air Posse may put in an appearance as well. Info on this one will be coming out VERY soon.

 

PWAS at Montclair Library will also be the location of a PWAS art show in November and December 2024 featuring the art of many PWAS members. The library is at 5049 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA. More info about this show will be coming out soon.

PWAS at Fall Tall Oaks Community Center Art Show Saturday, October 5, 2024 12298 Cotton Mill Drive, Woodbridge, VA. Time TBD.

PWAS at Benedictine Gardens is Saturday, October 5, 2024 - waiting for more info on this one. TBD

Various art classes provided by the Prince William Art Society with a plethora of art teachers and art subjects in various PWC locations. Watch for the upcoming classes - that are FREE at this time - on https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/register

 

I asked the PWAS members what was on their radar...

PWAS Member - Donna Liguria - On My Radar

I signed up for Bettie Sperty's "Gilding" art class on September 7 and I'm looking forward to that. Upcoming Art Shows that I have currently and coming up are:

Fall Art at the Mill Saturday, September 21 - Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Burwell Morgan Mill 15 Tannery Lane, Milwood, VA. Art at the Mill is a huge art show that gets thousands of entries each spring and fall and is held in a live working mill. This is one of the three paintings that I will be showing there.

https://artatthemillfall2024.artcall.org/

 

Charcuterie Board will be at Art at the Mill, 16x20 Acrylic on canvas 

Arts Alive at the Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA Saturday, September 14, 2024 12-5pm. Another great annual art show that PWAS attends, and I'll be there with various art pieces including book case art and mini art with easels.

https://www.pwcva.gov/events/arts-alive-2024

I plan on attending the Leopold's Preserve art show with Elizabeth Stathis. 

The 76th Annual Piedmont Regional Art Show at Grace Episcopal Church, The Plains, Virginia. An annual art show I was accepted in last year and hope to be this year...

https://www.piedmontartshow.org/

Saturday, October 5 - Fall Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Drive, time TBD. Someone needs to step up and lead this one but its held in the spring and the fall, so I hope to be there again.

I'm also hoping that my entries into the Crossroads Arts Alliance "Everyone's Hometown" art show are accepted. https://crossroadsartsalliance.org/

I recently had my art at The Spot at Belmont Bay.

I also currently have one of my paintings in the PWAS Online Art Store at https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/category/all-products and I have an Etsy Shop at https://donnaliguriaart.etsy.com

What's in Your Wallet?

Well, maybe not wallet per se, but what's on your radar (then on to your wallet, we all hope)? An artist has GOT to hustle! And I consider my schedule pretty light. How about you?

I know there are many PWAS artist members that are showing in Fredericksburg, at other art shows here in Prince William County and all over the Northern Virginia area. There are Calls for Art around the clock in our county, in our area, in our state and internationally as well as specific to various mediums and styles.  Until next time...

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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

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Post 485: Gilding: Metallic Foil Leafing with Bettie Sperty

Gilding: Metallic Foil Leafing with Bettie Sperty

A new workshop is hitting the Registration page on the Prince William Art Society's website! Want to learn how to add some sparkle to your artwork? Open to the public and free, get registered as soon as you can to take this workshop! Mark your calendar and get ready to sparkle!

A Shiny New and Exciting Art Workshop for You!

Introducing the latest workshop available from the nonprofit art group, the Prince William Art Society (PWAS). Seating is limited! Want to get involved with Prince William County's oldest art group? See Memberships.

Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024 - Gilding

Gilding: Metallic Foil Leafing with Bettie Sperty – Sept. 7, 2024 12-4pm

Do you like a little shine in your artwork? If so, this is the workshop for you! This workshop will introduce participants to the fun of using metallic leaf in their artwork. You will learn the “how-to(s)” of surface preparation, application of metallic leaf, and use of the foil as a full background and as an accent for artwork. Bettie Sperty, an accomplished artist, will demonstrate the process of foil leafing and then guide you in creating your own project. This workshop will be held at the Chinn Park Library. Participation is free, but spots are limited. Register to attend Prince William Art Society events at: https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/register.

Location: Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192

Materials: Gilding kits will be supplied by the workshop teacher

Contact Bettie Sperty for any questions at bettiesperty@gmail.com

Prince William Art Society Event Registration

Keep an eye open for the upcoming news, events, and workshops you might want to take on the Prince William Art Society website at https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com. Many of the workshops have limited seating - but only sign up if you really want to take it. 

We do allow registration to continue after the cap has been hit. People can be wait-listed and we have filled in with those people when we are notified that a signup could not attend. But what a shame it is when someone just does not show up!

PWAS Register: https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/register 

PWAS News and Events: https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/news-events

 

Free with support from the Prince William Arts Council and the Prince William Parks and Recreation

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Author: Larry Burch, Tom Payne

 

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: Bettie Sperty

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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 484: What are PWAS Members Working On?

What are PWAS Members Working On?

A few PWAS members answered the question on "What are you working on?" That's a question that is periodically asked of the Prince William Art Society members. Let's see what they're doing...

What's on Your Easel?

The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) members below wanted to show what they are currently (or recently) working on, just came off their easels and/or just out of the studio. 

PWAS is an art group that began in 1971 in Prince William County, making it the longest living nonprofit art group in the county. The members are every level of artists and certainly a wide variety of art styles. If you want to learn more about PWAS, see our website at https://princewilliamartsociety.com and our online store at https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/category/all-products

PWAS Member - Donna Liguria

I recently visited my mom and she loves this flag painted on metal but the sun has faded the colors...so of course, she asked me to repaint it. Here's the metal flag waiting to be repainted.

I have a couple of commissions to start and here is the story behind the first commission that I need to start "Lincoln Memorial in the Fall, a DC Season Series" The progress on the painting will be posted on my blog, Donna's Cave Paintings at https://donnascavepainting.blogspot.com/.

PWAS Member - Sheri Herrick

I am working on of the Neushwanstein  Castle in Bavaria, which is supposed to be the inspiration for the Disney Castle. I also attached the photo I took there in 2022. The painting is acrylic. I still have to add a lot of tree detail in the foreground and more sky work. This is the first painting I've done since my shoulder replacement in April.  It is 16 X 20.

 

 

And the finished painting below...

PWAS Member - Sandra McClelland Lewin

Here is a painting I just finished "Virginia Natives". I'm including a photo of the painting in progress. It is 40"w x 30"h and is painted in acrylics. It depicts several animals that are indigenous to Virginia (Deer, Bear, Coyote, Bald Eagle, Fox, Blue Heron, Owl, Squirrel, and Raccoon. It also includes Redbud trees and Virginia Bluebells. It is currently on exhibit at the ArtFactory gallery in Manassas, VA and will be there until September 15th.

PWAS Member - Bettie Sperty

I started painting my friend’s backsplash this past weekend. He recently had his kitchen remodeled and didn’t want the usual tile. Asked me to paint a mural depicting some of the local sights. This is in Southern Maryland, lots of fields, Amish buggies, old houses and barns.

 

Now I’ll share some of the photos of the Butterfly that Sandra and I created for our show at The Art Factory that is running from August 1st through September 14th. 
Since the show is called “Earthly Delights” and features “nature” (blooms, bears, birds, bees, bugs and such), Sandra had this great idea of having a large butterfly hung so that visitors to the exhibit could stand in front of it for a photo opportunity. We got busy and created this winged wonder!

If any of the PWAS members have their photo taken in front of our wings, I hope they post them for all to see! Fun!

PWAS Member - Otis Stanley

"Send For Me" by Otis L. Stanley is an acrylic painting, 16"x 20" in monochromic colors. This work depicts one left behind during the Great Migration period of the early1900s of African Americans from southern states to northern states in search of better living conditions and away from Jim Crow laws.

This work will be one of the paintings featured in the upcoming exhibition by the Onyx Art group on Saturday, September 21st at the Westridge Swim and Dive Clubhouse at 12764 Quarterhorse Lane in Woodbridge, Va. 22192 from 1-6 P.M.

PWAS Member - Anna Gatling

Swan song -Ode to the orchid. Currently on my easel. Labor of love as it is an on and off love affair. A slow waltz. 

PWAS Members LOVE reading your comments, so let them know what you think by clicking the Comments section below this blog post. If you need help learning how comments work, click the blue Comments link.

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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 483: Onyx Art Group Presents a Journey Through Art

Onyx Art Group Presents a Journey Through Art

Six Prince William Art Society members are having an art exhibit on September 21, 2024 - Evelyn Chatters, Nicole Fisher, Anna Gatling, Akon Otoyo, Penny Shaw and Otis Stanley in Lake Ridge, Virginia.

A Journey Through Art

Onyx Art Group presents A Journey Through Art
September 21, 2024 2-7PM
Westridge Swim and Dive Clubhouse
12764 Quarterhorse Lane
Woodbridge VA 22193

Art takes you on a journey. Discover the unique journey of each artist.

Each brushstroke, each mark made, each word written is a testament to their personal experiences, emotions, and visions. From the vibrant canvases of expressionist artists to deep undertones of classical painters, every piece of art tells a story that is both universal and deeply personal.

Imagine stepping into the shoes of Vincent van Gogh, feeling the intensity of his passion and the turmoil of his mind as he painted "Starry Night." Or walking through Frida Kahlo's vibrant world, where pain and beauty coexist in a delicate balance. Consider the meticulous craftsmanship of Michelangelo as he brought marble to life, or the lyrical genius of Shakespeare, whose words have resonated through the centuries.

Art is a reflection of the human spirit, capturing the essence of our shared humanity while celebrating the individuality of each creator. It invites us to see the world through different lenses, to feel emotions we might never have experienced, and to find connections in the most unexpected places.

So, delve into our world of art and let it take you on a journey of discovery, empathy, and inspiration. While admiring a masterpiece done by a local artists remember that each piece is a gateway to another's soul, a chance to explore the rich tapestry of human creativity.

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Author: Nicole Fisher, Onyx Art Group

 

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!