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STROKES OF LIGHT:
Photographs by Kristen Beck, Rich Bergeman, Jim Curtis, Nomeca Hartwell, & Paul Jorizzo
August 9–September 20, 2019 reception: Friday, August 16, 5:30–8pm
 Nomeca Hartwell “Selma Storm” Northwest artists Kristen Beck, Rich Bergeman, Jim Curtis, Nomeca Hartwell, & Paul Jorizzo use cameras to explore their individual visions. This exhibit represents the diverse approach of photography in art. Images include mysterious landscapes, celestial night skies, abstract architecture, and people of foreign lands.
 Nomeca Hartwell “Lake Selmac Moon, Stars, and Jupiter” Kristen Beck has lived in the Rogue Valley for the past forty years. She loves taking pictures, capturing that blink in time. Her photography includes street photography, astrophotography to abandoned sites, landscapes and wildlife. She believes you can finds beauty in everything if you just look. Rich Bergeman has been creating photographic works for over thirty years. He has used all manner of cameras and processes including silver, platinum, and Polaroid to pinhole. He now works in the infrared spectrum. Jim Curtis has a BA in Art and Industrial art from California State University at Fresno. His inspiration in this exhibit is from the dock at Port Orford on the Oregon Coast. He seeks to presents abstract images that emerge from the chaffed, rusted hulls and rudders of the ships in the port. Nomeca Hartwell has worked with a camera for over sixty years. For twenty-eight years, she worked at the Fire Lookout in the Southwest District of Oregon. The remote location of the Fire Lookout gave her time to practice her photographic skills and experience wonderful sunrises and sunsets. Paul Jorizzo explores places that are less traveled. His images were taken in remote areas of Ethiopia, Bolivia, Vietnam, and Kiribati. Through his travels, he seeks to know more about the local peoples’ culture and their daily life. His experiences in these locations have reinforced his perceptions of the sincerity and generosity among the people who have a simpler way of living.
 Jim Curtis “Tsunami III” Refreshments from Harry & David will be served at the reception.
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News for Art du Jour August 2019:
Art du Jour Gallery, 213 E. Main Street in Medford is featuring the work of Winnifred Liang for August, while Sheri Dinardi will be our guest artist in the Salon through September. Musical entertainment for Third Friday on August 16 is yet to be determined and will be announced at a later date on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ArtduJourGallery).
Featured Artist Winnifred Liang
 “The Russian Peasants”, oil on canvas by Winnifred Liang. Digital image provided by artist  “Kinetic Motion” abstract expressionism oil on canvas by Winnifren Liang. Digital image provided by the artist Winnifred Liang’s art exemplifies her diversity. Born in Malaysia of Chinese ancestry, she lived and was educated in Malaysia, the United Kingdom and the US. Winnifred studied classical piano in all three locations, and earned undergraduate degrees in oil painting, drawing, art history, and business administration. Graduate degrees in geography, and urban and regional planning. She worked as a land use/environmental planner in the private and public sectors, and as an adjunct geography professor in the community college and California State University systems.
Upon retiring in 2012, she returned to painting and now works in oil, watercolor, acrylic, pen and ink, charcoal, pencil, and pastels. She also taught a drawing class at the Haggin Museum, Stockton.
Winnifred has won several awards and exhibited in various art galleries and public arenas in California. She exhibited her work in Calaveras County Arts Council, Aloft Gallery, Umpqua Bank, Calaveras County Annual Fairs, and various vineyards in the Calaveras County. She won first and second awards at the 2015 County fairs. She was a feature artist at the Lodi Performing Arts Center, and at the Lodi public library. She has recently relocate to Medford and won a ribbon for her watercolor painting at the Southern Oregon Society of Artists. Her artistic expressions, closely related to her extensive musical and geography backgrounds, reflect her love for nature.
Note from AdJ: In an earlier press release this artist was announced as Winnifred Wilson. While she goes by both names a bit of confusion ensued when her bio information was submitted to us. We regret any mistakes that may have been passed along due to this error in communication.
Guest Artist Sheri Dinardi in Salon August through September
 “Moments of Reflection”, by Sheri Denardi. Digital image provided by the artist. 7/2019  “Becoming”, by Sheri Dinardi. Digital image provided by the artist. 7/2019 Sheri Dinardi writes that her home in Jacksonville is a constant source of inspiration due to the surrounding beauty. She began studying oil portrait painting with Richard McKinley and later attended workshops with Frank Covino, studying Old Master techniques. Later she continued her education through workshops with Dan Gerhartz, Michael Malm, JoAnn Peralta, and many others. She also learns from “really great” painting videos, attends local art academies and life painting sessions.
The focal piece in this exhibit is “A Moment of Reflection”, her most recent gallery type work which was accepted last summer for the Oil Painters of America’s Western Regional Exhibition in Boulder Colorado. About this painting Sheri writes, “I hoped to capture her momentary pause as she reflected. This girl seemed deep in thought as she twirled her long curls with her fingers. Only she knows what she was pondering. ” In our hurried lives where we are rapidly moving from one thing to the next and the next, juggling balls, answering calls and checking for what is next on the to-do list. More than ever, we need times of quiet… no expectation, just a time to rest, find peace and inspiration in simpler things.
Just a few minutes in the cool of the early morning on the porch, awaiting the sunrise can fill your soul. The chorus of birds in the trees seems to crescendo in anticipation of the sunrise marking the new day. So it is also in moments in our day when we observe life and the lives around us taking place… a conversation with a friend… time with a loved one or even a treasured pet.
Much of my work is contemplative and along this theme I will choose the work for this exhibit, in hopes you, the viewer will find joy and inspiration in the works.”
Calling All Rogue Valley Artists!!!
Art du Jour is still actively seeking new artists living in the Rogue Valley region who would like to join our co-operative and display their work to the Medford community. Membership includes an active role in the Art in Bloom festival in May, as well as our monthly Third Friday event. Media to be juried for membership includes pottery, sculpture, photography and jewelry. Contact the gallery by email at [email protected], or log into our website (www.artdujourgallery.com) for full membership information.
Art du Jour Gallery
213 E. Main Street
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 770-3190
OPEN Tues – Sat., 10AM – 4PM
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We’re having a fun summer of art here!
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Click on any picture to reach our website class signup page.
Advanced registration is strongly recommended most of these classes are on the verge of filling.Classes are limited in size and we don’t want to have to turn away a child.
All classes are $15 and include all the materials!
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Fish Prints!
with Kim de Young
Tuesday, August 13
1 – 3 pm
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In this class for 9-12 years old.
We will learn about the Japanese art of fish printing, called Gyotaku. We will use a variety of realistic rubber fish as we work in the process of printmaking. Together we will create one long mural, and each student will also make an individual print to bring home.
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Draw from a Photo
with Kristen O’Neill
Thursday, August 15
1 – 3 pm
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Learn how to sketch, shade, and create a copy of any photograph. Bring your own photo, or choose from one of ours.
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Watercolor
with Barbara Burnett
Tuesday, August 20
1 – 3 pm
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We’ll explore watercolor for fun. How to arrange pieces for painting and how to sketch before applying color.
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How to Draw Eyes class on 8/22 is full.
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Pop-Up Cards
with Kristen O’Neill
Tuesday, August 27
1 – 3 pm
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Learn a variety of ways to create pop-up cards. Kids will complete a variety of projects while trying out different styles.
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Colored Pencils
with Kristen O’Neill
Thursday, August 29
1 – 3 pm
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Make a colorful drawing. Learn how to blend colors, and create layers with colored pencils. Try out ways to color, then create a colorful drawing of your own.
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- Kids need to be checked in & out by an adult.
- All kids need to be able to follow directions and be in a class for a two-hour period.
- Minimum age for most classes is age 7. We do not offer classes for younger kids at this time.
- All classes are $15, and include materials.
- Advance registration is strongly recommended. We have limited space.
- All class sign ups are considered final and refunds are not given. The Museum will give a full refund in the case of a class being cancelled. If your kiddo is not able to make it please let us know.
Questions? Contact the museum staff by calling 541-479-3290, or email [email protected]. Click on our logo below to be taken to the online sign up.
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John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship Competition
Guggenheim Fellowships are intended for individuals who have already demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts.
Fellowships are awarded through two annual competitions: one open to citizens and permanent residents of the United States and Canada, and the other open to citizens and permanent residents of Latin America and the Caribbean. Candidates must apply to the Guggenheim Foundation in order to be considered in either of these competitions. The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has decided to suspend its Latin American and Caribbean competition for the year 2020 while we examine the workings and efficacy of the program. Therefore the Foundation will not be accepting applications in the Latin American and Caribbean competition for 2020.
The Foundation receives approximately 3,000 applications each year. Although no one who applies is guaranteed success in the competition, there is no prescreening: all applications are reviewed. Approximately 175 Fellowships are awarded each year.
During the rigorous selection process, applicants will first be pooled with others working in the same field, and examined by experts in that field: the work of artists will be reviewed by artists, that of scientists by scientists, that of historians by historians, and so on. The Foundation has a network of several hundred advisers, who either meet at the Foundation offices to look at applicants’ work, or receive application materials to read offsite. These advisers, all of whom are themselves former Guggenheim Fellows, then submit reports critiquing and ranking the applications in their respective fields. Their recommendations are then forwarded to and weighed by a Committee of Selection, which then determines the number of awards to be made in each area. Occasionally, no application in a given area is considered strong enough to merit a Fellowship.
The Committee of Selection then forwards its recommendations to the Board of Trustees for final approval. The successful candidates in the United States and Canada competition are announced in early April; those in the Latin America and Caribbean competition, in early June.
We guarantee our advisers and Committee of Selection members, as well as those who submit letters of reference, absolute confidentiality. Therefore, under no circumstances will the reasons for the rejection of an application be provided.
Learn more about the Foundation and Fellowship Grants here: https://www.gf.org/about/fellowship/
Complete the form found at the link below to request a login account so that you can access Guggenheim’s online Fellowship Application. An email will be sent to you shortly with your login credentials. It may take a few minutes before you receive the email.
If you applied in the 2019 competition, you may use your previous username when you complete this form, but we will issue you a new password. No portion of your previous application will be retrievable for use in this year’s competition. Persons who have already received a Guggenheim Fellowship are not eligible to apply for another.
The application deadline for the 2020 United States and Canada competition is 11:59 P.M. (EST), Monday, September 16, 2019.
Apply for the Fellowship Grant here: https://competition.gf.org/applicant/
SOAR wishes you the best of success in your fellowship application! If you win a fellowship grant, please let us know so we can share your story.
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Southern Oregon Society of Artists August 26, 2019 Meeting The SOSA , Southern Oregon Society of Artists, August 26 meeting will be held August 26 at the Medford Public Library at 7 P.M. Debbie Orr, Botanical Artist will be the guest Artist. She will be demonstrating Botanical Art done in Gouache. Everyone is welcome. Library doors close at 7 so arrive 10-15 minutes early to grab a cookie and say ‘Hi to fellow artists. Any questions call Judy Grillo at 541-625-3285 or BJ Mahtis at 541-414-4993.Call and leave message and we’ll call you back! Debbie Orr Bio:
Having lived in NY, I am very familiar with many museums and galleries and major artist.
I Studied art at the Art Students League, and I have a degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Not only did I study the technology of how textiles are made and printed, but
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Get your tickets today
Join the fun at CHAPlandia 2019!
Buy Tickets Now and Save
It’s a festive, glittery celebration of the important work that CHAP does throughout the year. Funds raised that night will help bring the healing power of art to children and families in 2020 and beyond.
Enjoy a night you’ll always remember at the gorgeous new venue – The Redd on Salmon in Portland.
November 2, 2019 at 6pm
Tickets are on sale now! Early-bird pricing ends September 13th, so buy now and save.
BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE!
Unable to attend this year but would like to support CHAP? Please consider a one-time or recurring monthly donation. Thank you for your generosity.
Children’s Healing Art Project | 8065 SE Grand Ave, Ste 160, Portland, OR 97202 www.chappdx.org | 503-243-5294
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About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists, enthusiasts and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.
Oil Painting Safe Practices, Materials, & Supplies: The Essential Guide New book by Kimberly Brooks
I remember the first time I ever painted in oil as if it were yesterday. Already an avid sketch artist and having dabbled in acrylics, I was initially hesitant to use the medium for 2 reasons: Firstly, I put it on a pedestal, as if one needed a right or permission. Secondly, I knew it involved materials that were some how dangerous.
But I did it anyway. I knew then that I would be using this medium for the rest of my life.
Ten years in, I started to feel funny from the solvents.
At the end of every painting session, I would have a weird taste on my tongue. I moved to “Odorless Mineral Spirits”, but barely felt better.
If only I knew then what
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About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists, enthusiasts and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.
bG Gallery in Santa Monica, CA calls to artists for works to include in an exhibit of artworks depicting clothing and wearable objects. Examples: hats, shoes, dresses, gloves purses, belts watches, etc.
Artists do not need to deliver artwork to the gallery but must keep works available for the duration of the show.
Any medium including sculpture is eligible.
Gallery is located at 2525 Michigan Ave, #A2, Santa Monica CA 90404. bG Gallery keeps 50% of the sale prices of art.
Set up an account and submit your application here: https://bggallery.submittable.com/submit/143757/what-to-wear-an-exhibit-of-depictions-of-clothing
Contact Om Bleicher at [email protected] .com with your questions.
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Britt Festival Extends Deadline for Artists Call for paintings to be used on the 2019 Concert Season poster to August 15 to accommodate artists on vacation. Link to online application provided in this post!
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Silvia Trujillo Featured Artist at Art & Soul Gallery! Land of My Heart exhibit on display through August First Friday reception August 2, 2019 Tonight is the reception for my featured artist show at the Art & Soul Gallery in Ashland. If you’re in the area, I would love for you to stop by and say hello. There are large new works, as well as smaller plein air studies completed this year. I’m thrilled to have this display of everything in one place! If you can’t make it tonight, the show will be up for the month of August, so stop by when you can. For those of you who are out of the area, several of these works are concurrently available in my eBay store. Depending on what sells during the show, work that isn’t spoken for will be listed on eBay, and can be shipped directly to you
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