Welcome to Sharon Weaver as our March demonstrator
Biography
Sharon grew up in a small town in post-industrial Pennsylvania where the winters were cold and monotone. The use of bold colors in her art is a direct rebellion against that drab landscape.
After finishing a Fashion Design degree at Parsons School of Design, Sharon worked in the garment industry as a designer and merchandiser. Her career took her to Europe and Asia on business trips where the rich culture and people influenced her creativity.
Moving to California was a turning point for Sharon. Seeing for herself the country that inspired the California Impressionists opened her eyes to the beauty of the landscape. After studying with Karl Dempwolf, Sharon dedicated all her time to plein air painting. It paid off when she was juried into the prestigious Carmel Art Festival. For the next four years Sharon honed her skills by participating in many more plein air events.
Today, Sharon’s art combines her understanding of nature with her exceptional talent for drawing to create unforgettable images. The bold and unique colors in her work, much like the California Impressionists who first inspire her, are a feast for the eyes and touch the soul. Using new techniques, working with other artists and teaching help Sharon continue to grow as an artist and push her limits.
Sharon was juried into the Oil Painters of America 20th Annual National Exhibition and an award winner at the Carmel Art Festival. She is a founding member of PAC6 Painters; a group dedicated to painting the beauty and grandeur of the American landscape. A museum exhibition and gallery shows were the result of a pack trip into the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Her art was featured in a four page article in the February-March 2017 issue of Plein Air Magazine and she was invited to the San Dimas Art Festival and was awarded the Bronze Medal for her work. Sharon teaches an ongoing studio landscape class with Kline Academy of Fine Art.
President's Message
We would like to thank Vicky Myers for her fascinating demonstration of constructing a multimedia shore bird. There were some engaging methods and enticing materials used for her art.
She donated three works of art to Stefanie, Charlene and Diane.
As our show at The McGroarty Arts Center approaches, We want to make sure all of you have seen the Call For Artist information, so it is included here. Please be sure to send in your information and photos for the show.
We have another opportunity to show at the new Exhibition Space at SWAIN'S new location at 445 West Colorado St. for June. Please email me to let me know who is interested, at : submitglendaleartassociation@gmail.com
As I have been president for 3 years and was secretary and scholarship chair for 5 years, it is time to elect a new president. Members may nominate someone from our board, then we will have the election in May. If you have questions about the procedure you may find answers in the GAA handbook or ask a board member.
GLENDALE ART ASSOCIATION 2019
Call for Artists
Our members show will emphasize the joy and replenishing sense we feel with the arrival of Spring. It is your chance to present your new work returning to the McGroarty Arts Center. It takes place in the beautiful historic stone and wood house built on a lovely oak covered hill in Tujunga. (Remember, a portion of any sales goes to our scholarship fund for Glendale High Schools.)
Media Accepted: All original visual media (painting, mixed media, collage, hand-pulled prints, photography, etc.) All sculptural media.
Submittal Specifications: Entries must be original work, not reproductions and not previously shown in GAA juried events and completed in the last three years. If you do not remember what you showed at the last few exhibitions, please contact Diane as she has the lists from the last few years.
-All work must be for sale
-70% of sale to artist
-15% of sale to McGroarty Arts Center
-15% of sale to GAA scholarship fund
-Limit 2 works per artist
Painting/photography: Two works up to 36" of height or/and width including the frame. Paintings must be framed or gallery wrapped with edges painted and wired for hanging. No sawtooth hangers. No side staples. With D rings about 3" from the top. Sculpture: Two works maximum allowed. Pedestals may be artist provided. Wall mounted sculpture is subject to the same size requirements as paintings.
Jury: Our judge will award winners based on uniqueness, competence with medium, and aesthetics.
Awards: Best of show - $150
First place - $100
Second place - $75
Third place - $50
Honorable mention - Ribbon
Entrance Fees: $35 for one or two works
Eligibility: Open to all Glendale Art Association members with up-to-date paid membership status. Membership renewals are accepted at the time of drop off. Artists must be at least 18 years of age. Each artist is responsible for insurance of their own work.
How to Enter: Submissions are online. Email to: submitglendaleartassociation@gmail.com
Include the following information with your submission:
-Your name -Price
-Address -Size, H" x W", with frame
-Phone -Email
-Artwork title -Medium
-Photo of the artwork (Maximum 2MB pdf, jpg, tiff, png, or eps file)
This information must be attached to the back of all art work. (Except for the photo.)
KEY DATES/TIMES:
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MARCH 7TH, Thursday at midnight
Notification of Acceptance by email: March 10th, Sunday
Artwork take in: March 14th, Thursday 10am to 12noon
(call if there is a schedule conflict)
Reception: March 16th, Saturday 4pm to 7pm
Food, refreshments. Awards at 5:30pm
Artwork pick-up: March 24th, Sunday 10am - 12noon
Scholarships
Art scholarships awarded to high school visual art students in Glendale from:
-GAA funds
-Proceeds from exhibition sales
-Sponsor donations
Your participation supports this important community goal.
For mor information, go to: http://www.glendaleartassociation.com
or contact: Diane Carter (818) 397-4478
GAA, P.O. Box 413, Glendale, CA 91209
Member News
Jennifer B. will be teaching for
Yosemite Conservancy from April 21st till 28th in Yosemite National Park. Helena B. and Vivianne B. are showing work at the Macy Spring Show in the Burbank Mall. The show will be there until May.
Thank you to Yvonne J. for volunteering to be our new mini-show chair. Thank you to Stefanie G. for volunteering to be our website and FaceBook editor. There are still several open positions, so please help out your art association with a little of your time so we can all succeed together.
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