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August Featured Artists: Marianne Cordyack, David Ernst, Jane Ernst and Petra Roth (Click on the artist's name here or when mentioned below for more examples of their work.)
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August 2021 Issue

The Artists' Undertaking Gallery


The Artists' Undertaking Gallery presents:

 

"Earth and Sky"

 
Featuring


Art Photography by
Jane Ernst

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Art Photography by 
David Ernst


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Pottery by
Petra Roth

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Salt-fired Porcelain and Stoneware by
Marianne Cordyack


August 3 through September 6
Meet the Artists Reception Sunday, Nov. 10, 1 - 4pm

 
Pottery by
Petra Roth

Petra Roth will be featuring her Pottery

Chickadee Platter” Pottery by Petra Roth
Red Berry Bowl” Pottery by Petra Roth
Art Photography by 
David Ernst
David Ernst will be featuring his Art Photography
"Before Dawn" by David Ernst
"Tree Series #32" by David Ernst
Art Photography by
Jane Ernst
Jane Ernst will be featuring her Art Photography
"Autumn Tree 1" by Jane Ernst
"Minnehaha Falls" by Jane Ernst
Salt-fired Porcelain and Stoneware by
Marianne Cordyack
Marianne Cordyack will be featuring her Salt-fired Porcelain and Stoneware
"Lidded Jar" Salt-fired Stoneware by Marianne Cordyack
"Vase" Salt-fired Stoneware by Marianne Cordyack
Meet one of our newest Artists:  Stephen Lally Woodfired Stoneware and Porcelain!
"Face Jug" Woodfired Stoneware by Stephen Lally
New Artwork from Our Artists
"Summer Flounder" Copperwork by Anne Jordan
"Three Women in Occoquan" Mixed Media by Patti Durbin
Wat Phra In Plaeng Phra Ubosot Serpent-Kinara Guardian” Scenic Photo by Gerry Gantt
Wat Phra In Plaeng Phra Ubosot Serpent-Kinaree Guardian” Scenic Photo by Gerry Gantt
"It's Too Hot For Ice Cream" by Patricia Giovannoni
"Washington Sunrise" by Jane Ernst
"Autumn's Colors" by Jane Ernst
Wild Roses Bowls” Pottery by Petra Roth
Classes our Artists are Teaching:
 
  • Tyler Kulenguski (Jewelry/Metalsmithing) - 1) Learn basic Wire-Wrapping to create closed wrapped loops, ear wires, and basic clasps, and make your own earrings. 2) Learn to fuse Fine Silver wire and make hand crafted ear wires, chain, and toggles, without the complications of solder or flux. 3) Learn Basic Soldering and make earrings or a pendant. Contact Tyler at kulenguski@verizon.net or 571-356-4845.
There are many events this month in Occoquan!  Bring your family and enjoy!!
Go to 
https://occoquanguild.org/events/ to find out more
Discover Occoquan

Artist Demonstrations at Artists' Undertaking Gallery


Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill ST.
artistsundertaking.com 

All events are Free to the public. Subject to change or cancellation.
We reserve the right to limit attendance & gallery capacity due to COVID precautions.


Friday, August 13
11:30 am - 4 pm

Roger Frey
Pencil Drawings 
Visit with award winning artist Roger Frey as he demonstrates pencil drawing. Roger, originally from Chicago, was educated in art in California and Italy. An Artists’ Undertaking Gallery  artist since 2007, his works include acrylics, etchings, printmaking, portraits & landscapes. His unique works express his  desire to create a personal style that meets his expressive needs. 

Saturday, August 14
12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm

Patricia Giovannoni 
Encaustic Painting
Explore the ancient technique of Encaustic Painting with gallery member Patricia Giovannoni. Her presentation will discuss - What is encaustic painting?  She will demonstrate the tools, materials, and basic steps for this technique.  View some of her works in various stages of this process. 
Originally from Argentina, Patricia’s appreciation of her surroundings & love of nature with it’s colors & textures is translated into her artworks.

Sunday, August 15
11 am - 5 pm

Patti Durbin 
Mixed Media
Burke artist - Patti Durbin’s message is - E.Y.A.Y.A. - Embrace Yourself As You Are. She will discuss her work and have a variety of fabric shapes & colors for visitors to experiment with to  create an image.  Patti’s images are diverse & express the joy & uniqueness found in embracing one’s self as they are, she incorporates fabric & recycled materials from an organic perspective to weave positive messages of diversity & self empowerment.
 
Tuesday August 17, 2021, 1 - 4 pm
Mary Rose Janya
Mixed Media Collage Demonstration
 
Mixed Media and watercolor artist Mary Rose Janya will demonstrate mixed media collage using liquid acrylics, decorative rice paper, and other textured materials.  Supplies will be provided for you to make your own mixed media collage.
 
Mary Rose is inspired by the natural world and enjoys finding organic forms in these abstract textures.  She has participated in many workshops using these techniques.  Be inspired and take home your very own masterpiece!


Thursday, August 19
11 am - 4:30 pm

Anne Jordan 
Copper Work - Chasing & Repousse 
Accomplished coppersmith Anne Jordan, will demonstrate the techniques of chasing and repousse on copper vessels. Anne is inspired by nature and the inherent properties of copper. She enjoys the challenge of forming hard copper into delicate, fluid, lifelike objects resembling plants  & animals. Her favorite subjects are flowers, sea life, suns & moons.  Each piece is hand hammered with no molds used to create them. She is constantly experimenting with creative ways to add texture & color to copper.

Sunday, August 22
1 pm & 3 pm

Stephen Lally
Wood fired Stoneware & Porcelain 
Demonstration : Ceramic Animal Rattles 
Ceramic Artist & Instructor, Stephen Lally, will demonstrate how to make ceramic animal rattles. He will provide clay for those who would like to make one at home then bring it back for him to fire for free.  Stephen’s work grows out of the blended traditions of functional pottery from England & Japan. His works are meant to be used, not just set up on a shelf. He strives to create works that are more than merely functional. They explore the visual & textural landscape of sculpture & nature and connect with the user.
 
Gallery Calendar 
Artists Work Schedule (Subject to change)
Click here for latest updates found at the bottom of the page
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