New Art Show Season Specials
From now 'til May 31, 2009
Be sure to mention Newsletter discount for special pricing.
We are now offering Framed Art packages for artists. If you have an upcoming show or need framed work for display, we have some deep discounts for framed, matted and printed art. Six frame styles to chose from.
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6 Framed
8x11 prints (each print can be different) in 13x 16 rag mat, with acid-free foamcor backing. Now Just $320
8 Framed 5x7 prints (each print can be different) in 8x10 rag mat with acid-free foamcor backing.
Now Just $ 350
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Greetings!
Welcome to the May Newsletter from Giclee of New England, Inc. We have a new blog. Please check it out and leave comments, www.goneinc.wordpress.com The blog will feature ways to market art, art news, and musings from yours truly. The journey and learning process of blog creation will be chronicled for those who are thinking trying it out. In the software review section of this newsletter the blog software is discussed.
We are very proud to feature GAIL BRUCE as our artist of the month. Not only is Gail a talented artist but she is a busy activist for several worth while causes.
For those who know RYAN JACQUE, a Brimfield Artist, www.ryanjacque.com, you will be happy to know he is making great progress from his accident. But he and his family would appreciate notes of support and encouragement. There is also a need for assistance to drive Ryan to his therapy sessions. If you have some time and would like to help, go to his web site and access the "Ryan's condition page" and send a message.
We are having a Scratch and Dent Sale in the studio this month. Old frames, various sizes and colors of matboard and some prints will be offered at giveaway prices.
We are now offering a Framed Print Package. For artists who are planning a show and need framed prints this will be a great deal. Quick turnaround time, too.
Remember to send me your art event or class news. Send an email to goneinc@goneinc.com with for the newsletter in the subject box. |
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Calls for Entries
stART on the Street Festival
Date:Sunday September 20, 2009, 11am - 5pm
(rain date Sept 27) Over 25,000 attendees last year!
Entry Deadline: All spaces are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis.Application deadline: postmarked by August 21, 2009
Cost: STREET SPACE $60 - 10' x 10' space in the street, suitable for a tent
SIDEWALK SPACE $35 - 6' x 4' on the sidewalk lining the street, NO TENTS ALLOWED
April 7, 2009 update - I've received lots of applications already, predominately in the jewelry and textile mediums, so if you want to participate, send in your application ASAP as space is limited by medium! -Sarah
There is also an application for Musicians and street performers at this site. Pass this information on to any performing artists you know
Art vs. Design
An international Open Call for Unique Talent Details:
Images are power. In this dynamic era compelling design can move millions and transcendent art can inspire a generation. From cave paintings of early man to today's industrial designers, art & design has uniquely shaped the world around us, each in its own distinct way. This contest is designed to answer the age old question: What shapes our world more, art or design?
To find the answer, we need YOU to enter the dialogue.
This competition was put together by a handful of Brooklyn based artists and designers who have experienced first-hand the difficulties of achieving national attention. We believe both Art & Design hold a powerful place in our society and it is our intention to break-out new talent through a process that is dynamic and open-ended.
Along with creating opportunities for all the artists who participate, we are awarding over $11,000 in prizes.
Two Grand Prize winners will be awarded with:
* A gala reception at a major New York City Modern Art Museum
* $2009 cash grant
* International Publicity
* A feature in Filter Magazine
* $500 in gear from Akademiks
* Plus the Red Bull Prize. Choose from the following: A vintage Vespa, a trip to London to visit the Tate Museum and the Design Museum or a fully loaded Mac Book Pro.
Every participant gets:
* An online portfolio and international exposure.
* A "Thank You" package with gear and discounts to help further your work.
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION OFFERS WORLD'S LARGEST ARTPRIZE
www.artprize.org ArtPrize is taking place in Grand Rapids, Michigan USA from September 23 - October 10, 2009. ArtPrize invites artists of all kinds from around the world to participate in an unprecedented competition that will award nearly one-half million dollars to prize winners, including $250,000 to the artist who receives the most public votes. The Prizes:1st place: $250,000 2nd: $100,000 3rd: $50,000 4th: $7,000 5th: $7,000 6th: $7,000 7th: $7,000 8th: $7,000 9th: $7,000 10th: $7,000Please contact us with any questions at info@artprize.org
The Great New England Digital Shootout
We are looking for commitee members for our digital Shoot-out as a fundraiser for Top Floor Learning at the Palmer Library. The dates of the shootout will be August 4,5, and 6, 2009. Please contact me asap for meeting details. goneinc@goneinc.com |
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Art Events:
Monson Arts Council 16th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale
Weekends April 17-May 3
April 17: Preview Reception 6-8pm
April 18: Artists' Reception 2-4pm
April 25: Folk Singer, Susie McHand 2-4pm
Wine tasting 5-7pm
May 2: Drumming Circle With John Thorp 2-3:30pm
Website: www.monsonartscouncil.com
Academic Artists Association 59th National Exhibition
at the Karen Sprague Cultural Center, 1000 State Street, Springfield, MA.
The exhibition is free and open to the public May 1 through May 10, Noon to 4 p.m. The Opening Reception is Sunday May 3, 1-4p.m.
There will be a portrait demonstration by Holyoke artist Paul Leveille 1 - 2 p.m. Award ceremony at 3 p.m. Parking is across the street from the
Cultural Center in the Student and faculty parking
lots.
Wilbraham Art League
"Duets" sponsored by the Wilbraham Art League presents an exhibit by members that will be held at the Wilbraham Public Library, Crane Park, Wilbraham from May 2 to May 29. A reception will be held in their Brooks Room Sat. May 2 from 1 to 3:00 PM
THE SPRING INDIAN ORCHARD MILLS
ART SHOW AND SALE!
THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, MAY 1ST & 2ND
FRIDAY 6-10PM, SATURDAY 12-4PM |
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Art Classes, Instruction, and Art Spaces
Digital Imaging Classes
Class in basic digital editing will be held at the Palmer library
this summer. July 15 weekly on Wednesday through
August 12, 2009. www.topfloorlearning.org
PORTRAIT DRAWING CLASS
at THE THORNDIKE MILL ART CENTER Church Street, Thorndike (The old Diamond National Mill) For anyone interesting in drawing or painting portraits, we
have an open studio session every Monday night from
6:30 - 9PM. $7-$10 per person, depending on attendance.
Optional : Instruction by Ruth Sanderson - $15 per session,
with no additional model fee MODEL CALL - we are looking for
people willing to sit for our portrait sessions - no experience
required - you sit for 25 minutes and get a 5-minute break
and so on, from 6:30 until 9 PM. $40 for the session. Come to draw and bring your spouse to model! Contact: Ruth Sanderson 413-363-4658 ruth@ruthsanderson.com
Directions: From Palmer and Mass Pike: Take exit 8, turn left onto Rte. 32. At second light (by the Thorndike Mill Rug Co.) take a left. Go straight, over RR tracks, and at the end of the factory complex on left, turn left into Gate 4. Enter door with blue arches.
Art Classes
Learn technique and color theory. Make beautiful paintings
in the medium of your choice.
Beginners to advanced. All are welcome.
6 week sessions. Choose a day. Come that day for 6 weeks.
Monday 9:30 am- 12:30 pm
Tuesday private lessons available
Wednesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Classes start Monday April 27, Wednesday April 29th or
Thursday April 30th. If you miss the starting date you can
still hop into the session.
12 Crane
Art Space Available/Art Showing At 12 Crane, Southbridge 12 Crane has studio space openings. Located in 12 Crane,
Southbridge, MA. The 12 Crane Building is a destination
restaurant, performance space, art gallery, studio space and
brewery. Well worth the trip to Southbridge to view the space
and have a meal and a beer and take in a show. Presently
Showing an exhibit of Watercolors by Anna Ozolins and
Photographs by Mike Vinyard.
Valley Photo Center Classes
How to Mat and Frame for Exhibition: Instructor -
Gene LaFordThis workshop will show the photographer how to obtain a professional look for his or her work.
Please register by Sunday May 3, 2009
Saturday May 9, 2009 from 10:00 am -12:00pm
Cost $30.
Camera Raw Workshop: Instructor - Stu Wetherbe
Confused about camera raw and how to use it? This course
is designed to help you make sense of it, and to see the
advantages and possibilities of shooting in raw format.
Please register by Sunday May 31, 2009
Saturday June 6, 2009 10am-3pm Cost $125/$100 for
subscribers.
Lightroom 2.0: Instructor - Stu Wetherbe
If you are a photographer and aren't using Lightroom to catalogand edit your photos, what are you waiting for? This amazing program makes the job of organizing, editing, and cataloging images easy and efficient. Please register by Sunday June 7, 2009 Saturday June 13, 2009 10am-3pm Cost $125/$100 for
subscribers.
Introduction to My New Camera: Instructor - Rich Novak
A class for those who have a new camera, digital or film,
and is confused by all those funny little buttons.
TBA Cost $25.
Valley Photo Center is located at 1500 Main Street Tower
Square, Springfield, MA 01115 413-781-1553
Free PDN Photographers' Virtual Tradeshow
All the education. All the networking. All from your desktop.
The Photo Pro Free PDN Photographers' Virtual Tradeshow.
three Session, The Perfect Print, Creative Lighting, Cutting Edge Portrait and Wedding Photography.
All Day - Thursday, May 21, 2009
All Day - Thursday, June 11, 2009
(this is for trade only. If you are a pro photographer you can sign up for this Free on-line seminar)
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| Photoshop Tips:
For Beginners:
The Keyboard shortcut for Transform is "Ctrl+t" When the handles appear around the object or layer to be tranformed you can chose what method of transformation you want to use by right clicking inside the tranformation box. If you hold down the control key while transforming you can skew or bypass the jump to grid rule. If you hold down the Shift Key while transforming, you will constrain the proportions and not distort your image.
Advanced Photoshop User tip:
Setting your color space and defining a profile for your files is important. The most common color spaces are sRGB IEC-1966-2.1, Adobe RGB, and ProPhoto RGB. To define your color space go to EDIT>Color Settings>drop down menu and chose your RGB color space. sRGB is the default setting and is the default setting of most cameras. This has, however, a limited color gamute. Higher end cameras can be set with the Adobe RGB color space which has a much wider gamute. ProPhoto RGB is the largest of the available color spaces. You should care that you file has a profile (which is added by photoshop via your color space). Files without a profile will not be consistant and you will not be able to control your color output. |
| Featured Artist
A native of Chicago, raised in California, educated at Pepperdine, UCLA and Hunter, Gail Hire Bruce modeled throughout Europe and America in her teens and early twenties. She worked regularly for the major designers and publications from Chanel to Vreeland and Vogue. She was a favorite model of Irving Penn. Discovered by director Howard Hawks, she acted in films and television until her late twenties. www.Gailbruce.com
Her formal training in art came at the Arts Student League in New York and the Woodbury School of Design in Los Angeles, and by the time she took up serigraphy in 1974, she was clearly a self-developed original. So apparent was her freshness of design and concept that the color separations, from her first serigraph editions, were used by the Museum of Modern Art in a serigraphy demonstration class.
Her distinctive painting style is the result of profound influences: the clean and simple look of Irving Penn's photographs, the tranquility of Japanese images, and the mystery of a Chumash Indian Elder, who inspired Gail to become a Native American Education Activist. Gail is also a founder of www.Beenative.org a nonprofit organization.
upscale West Village loft locations for Events, Art and Productions. She is a founding board member of The American Indian College Fund. She is the creator and founder of the Cultural Learning Centers Initiative for the American Indian Higher Education Consortium, which has built learning centers at 29 American Indian Tribal Colleges in 12 states. Gail is on the Multicultural Outreach Advisory Board of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and is cofounder of Unreserved, a not-for-profit devoted to celebrating and leveraging American Indian fashion and art.
Gail is represented by RAMSCALE 55 Bethune Street, New York NY 10014
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Software Review
With so much software on the market it is often difficult to chose when trying a new venue. I was planning to start a blog and needed something that would do everything I wanted and was easy to use. On the recomendation of Mike Wolik (see last month's artist of the month) I looked into Wordpress. This open source blogging software is easy to use, FREE, and hosts your blog as well. www.wordpress.org If you are ready to enter the Blogosphere this is a great starting point. |
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Art in the News
If you are interested in art news check out www.artdaily.org the only art newspaper on the web for what is happening in the art world. |
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Stop by the Gallery just to say hello. Sincerely,
Nancy Bryant, President
Giclée of New England, Inc. |
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