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Spring is here with summer right on its tail. A lot has been going on with Robert and his work from his travels to several shows, releasing two new prints, and being accepted into the Artists for Conservation organization. |
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Winter 2009
A recap of the start of the year
February took Robert to two major shows, first Charleston, South Carolina, for the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition and then to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for Robert's first appearance at the NatureWorks show. This year's SEWE show was a lot of fun, especially Robert's little encounter with an alligator on the beach. Please visit "Back from Charleston" to see pictures and read about the encounter. NatureWorks was an extremely exciting show to attend. All the artists, show organizers and volunteers are like one big family.
Just recently, Robert and his artwork were accepted into a great organization, Artists for Conservation. Artists for Conservation is a nonprofit, international organization dedicated to the celebration and preservation of the natural world. The foundation represents the world's leading collective of nature artists and an unparalleled pool of artistic talent focused on nature. The organization's mission is to support wildlife and habitat conservation, biodiversity, sustainability, and environmental education through art that celebrates our natural heritage. Visit Robert's AFC homepage and to learn more about Artists for Conservation.
In March, Robert participated for the second time in GalleryOne's Masterworks in Miniature show in Mentor, Ohio. The Masterworks show pulls in great talent from around the U.S. and beyond. All pieces in the show have to be miniatures no larger than 108 square inches. This year Robert sent "Mud Flat (Killdeer)" to the exhibit, which measured 4 x 6 inches.
"Mud Flat (Killdeer)," Oil on board, 4 x 6
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Spring 2009
Currently going on
"2008 (Rat)," Graphite pencil, 4 x 16
Art at the Mill at the Burwell-Morgan Mill in Millwood, Virginia, is open through Sunday May 10, 2009. Visitors can visit the show Sunday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For directions or additional show details, call 540.955.2600.
What's coming up
"Out of the Darkness (Saw-whet Owl)," Graphite pencil, 5 x 11
Selected for the 2008 Kentucky National Wildlife Art Exhibit
Awarded the Stonebridge Promotions Award
In June, Robert's original graphite drawing "Out of the Darkness (Saw-whet Owl)" will be one of just under 90 pieces selected for the Art of the Animal Kingdom XIV exhibition. The exhibition will be held at the Bennington Center for the Arts in Bennington, Vermont, and will open June 13, 2009, and close on July 26, 2009. Visit www.benningtoncenterforthearts.org to get more information about this exhibition.
Many deadlines for major exhibitions fall in the spring, keeping Robert busy. Please visit Robert's "News" page or blog to check out his upcoming shows, exhibits, and current work.
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| New originals
Fresh from the easel and drawing table
"Contemplation (Chimpanzee)"
Graphite pencil
6 x 15
"Cow on a Hill"
Oil on board
5 x 8
"Heading Out (Eastern Box Turtle)"
Graphite pencil
5 x 9
"Reflected green (Green Heron)"
Oil on board
9 x 5
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In the studio, with artist Robert L Caldwell
Robert's blog
This is Robert's blog where he posts his works in progress. Log on to see what he's working on and leave a comment or question about his process and technique. You can also sign up to have his latest postings delivered to you via e-mail or your favorite RSS feeder. Click on the link below to see what's happening in the studio.
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Now at Berkley Gallery
In Warrenton, Virginia
40 Main Street
Warrenton, Virginia 20186
(540) 341-7367
Two pieces arrived at Berkley Gallery, located on Main Street in historic old town Warrenton, Virginia. The gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
"September Leaves (Tufted Titmouse)"
Oil on board
"Barnyard Goose (Graylag Goose)"
Graphite pencil
4 x 8
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Drawing workshop
a workshop with artist Robert L Caldwell
"Building value layer by layer using graphite pencil"
June 5-7, 2009
Artist Talk:
Friday, June 5, 6-8 p.m.
Workshop:
Saturday, June 6, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 7, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Place: TBA (Close to Millwood, VA)
Price: TBA
In this two-day workshop, students will learn how to layer graphite to create a realistic drawing with full tonal range. Examples of Robert's work will be available, and questions about specific techniques will be answered and demonstrated. Students are also encouraged to bring previous work for discussion.
This workshop is limited to 10 people to ensure students receive individual attention.
Materials: Students will need the full range of pencils from 6h to 6b, a pencil sharpener, kneaded eraser and a sanding block; drawing board optional. Robert will supply each student with a contour line drawing on Arches 300 lb. watercolor paper.
Contact Snow Fielding at 540.837.2384
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New prints
RL Caldwell Studio released two new limited-edition giclee prints in February 2009, "Morning Flight (Great Blue Heron)" and "Reeds at Rice (Song Sparrow)."
Order your print today!
10% off listed price
$5 shipping
(available through this e-mail newsletter only)
"Morning Flight (Great Blue Heron)"
Limited-edition giclee print of 75
Image size 5" x 12"
Also available framed
$275
"Reeds at Rice (Song Sparrow)"
Limited-edition giclee print of 75 Image size 10" x 18" $80
Also available framed $395
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Thank you for taking the time to read our newsletter. We look forward to keeping you informed of Robert's new work, shows and his achievements.
Sincerely,
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Robert Caldwell
RL Caldwell Studio
804.639.7604 |
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