How to be an Artist’s Model #2: the Female Perspective from Annie J. 4/10/15
Last month I interviewed Michael O., for his insight on being an artist’s model. Yesterday, I spoke with model Annie J. to get the female perspective. Annie is much sought after in the various artist ateliers and venues in Atlanta. She models at Chastain Art Center, Atlanta Artist Center, Spruill Arts Center, Roswell Visual Arts Center, privately for many area artists, and is…
How to Make a Snowman Look Like a Roman Statue 2/24/15
The snow that fell early this morning in Atlanta Georgia was pretty, but there wasn’t really enough accumulation to make a snowman. In Jan 2011, we had 4-5 inches of snow that lasted for days. Inspiration came over me, and I made a snowman…er, ‘snow torso of a man’, on our diving board. I love the Greco-Roman sculptures that have survived the…
How to move if you’re an artist: Big paintings aren’t easy! May 25, 2013
Every artist has to deal with it sooner or later – packing their belongings for a move. For painters and drawers, moving the tools of the trade is fairly straightforward. Brushes, paints, palette knives, pencils, pastels and charcoal fit easily in a box. But if you have big paintings like I do, the very idea of moving feels overwhelming. From 1983 –…
Chastain Arts Center: Spring Show and Sale, May 17 – June 2, 2012
The annual Spring Art Show and Sale features a dazzling array of artwork created by instructors and students of Chastain Arts Center. More than 70 artists will be showcasing jewelry, painting, pottery, and much, much more. With the anticipated variety of styles and media, there is bound to be something to suit everyone’s taste and budget. The opening reception and…
Chastain Arts Center – Holiday Show & Sale: Nov 20 – Dec 19, 2009
Chastain Arts Center 2009 Holiday Show & Sale November 20 – December 19, 2009. Opening reception on Friday, Nov 20, 5:30-8pm. Lots of great art! An incredible variety of paintings, drawings, pottery and more. Karen has two paintings in this show of exceptional artists.