SaraJane Doberstein Painting Demonstration
SaraJane will demonstrate the tonal sketch technique with raw umber on linen to establish the drawing and values for the rest of the painting.
SaraJane will demonstrate the tonal sketch technique with raw umber on linen to establish the drawing and values for the rest of the painting.
Sharon McGauley will be painting a tiny oil painting from a combination of sketches and photos. She will be working with her plein air easel and recent photographs.
Paul Batch will demonstrate his approach to painting Cape Cod dunes. Emphasis will be on simplification of the subject and paint application. All materials used will be explained in detail.
Working in oil, Eizenberg will demonstrate how she constructs the foundation of a successful painting by taking a blank canvas and creating a monochromatic underpainting on which subsequent layers of paint will be applied until the work is complete.
Amy will demonstrate building depth and luminosity with pastel as she works towards bringing a painting to life through the multiple layers. Pastel particles retain their individuality within layers. If carefully layered using strokes in a variety of colors, weights and direction, light bounces among the particles creating a unique radiance. Audience questions and comments will be encouraged and add to the afternoon.
Susan Overstreet, contemporary expressionist, will demonstrate her distinctive use of color while painting a larger work based on a plein air study. Audience questions and comments are welcome and will add to this lively presentation.
This exhibition showcases an exciting collection of the latest plein air work by one of the region's most distinctive contemporary expressionists. Following the footsteps of the Cape’s historically influential artists, Overstreet forges a new path exploring her singular window into a world of wonder and beauty. “Sand, sea and sky offer an evolving kaleidoscope of color,” explains Overstreet. “Capturing the array of vivid chromatic compositions on the Cape drives my spontaneous and intuitive process.” Overstreet will demonstrate that process by … Read More
Spend a summer afternoon with us and watch the amazing Paul Batch create a painting on site.
Artist Philip Koch will demonstrate in the Gallery his practice of creating his colorful landscape oil paintings based on the black and white charcoal drawings he makes on location in the open air. A former abstract artist, Koch was inspired early in his career by the work of Edward Hopper to change to working in a realist direction. Since 1983 he has been granted 16 residencies to stay and work in Hopper’s Truro studio. Koch is the great grandson of … Read More
As part of the 2018 Celebrate our Waters weekend, the Addison Art Gallery is sponsoring plein air painting, a fresh paint exhibition, book signing, reception and demonstration. Artists from Cape Cod and beyond will be painting at waterside sites around Orleans including Rock Harbor, Little Pleasant Bay at Paw Wah Landing, Town Cove and Pleasant Bay Community Boating. Their wet paintings will be brought to the Addison Art Gallery for an exhibition and reception from 4 to 6.
Amy Sanders will demonstrate building depth and luminosity with pastel as she works towards bringing a painting to life through multiple layers. Pastel particles retain their individuality within layers. If carefully layered using strokes in a variety of colors, weights and direction, light bounces among the particles creating a unique radiance. Questions and comments from audience member of all ages will be encouraged and add to the event. Sandy Macfarlane will be on hand to answer questions and sign copies … Read More
Susan will demonstrate how she uses a plein air study in oil as reference for a larger studio piece in acrylic, discussing the influences and techniques incorporated in her spontaneous and evolving style. Questions are encouraged and will add to the event.
Amy will demonstrate building depth and luminosity with pastel as she works towards bringing a painting to life through the multiple layers. Pastel particles retain their individuality within layers. If carefully layered using strokes in a variety of colors, weights and direction, light bounces among the particles creating a unique radiance. Audience questions and comments will be encouraged and add to the afternoon.
Join Andrea Petitto for a demonstration from 2:30 to 3:30 and stay for our reception. Silent auction proceeds and tips from the wine bar will be donated to the Brewster Animal Rescue League. Pat Ryan on guitar. The auction will be for a framed portrait by Andrea Petitto. Praised for her ability to portray the human figure and capture individual personality and gesture of both our human and our four-legged friends, Andrea is often called upon to paint loved ones. … Read More
Gathering with friends and artists for beautiful art in a cozy gallery. Pastel demonstration by award-winning Amy Sanders, Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America, and respected art juror. Her meticulous and beautifully rendered work resides in collections throughout New England and abroad. She has completed successful commissions for Seamen’s Bank, Blue Gateways Inn, The Depot, Wellfleet Congregational Church, Truro Historical Society, Christian Union Church of Truro and numerous private clients.