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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.  Silvia Trujillo: Recent plein air painting in oil, Oregon Coast After a bit of traveling, I’ve finally settled in Florence, OR. We’ve been having great weather here, and I’m so grateful to be back! Here’s some information about upcoming workshops and events: Silvia Trujillo: Plein air painting in oil, entry in 2014 Umpqua Plein Air Painters Competition In Ashland and Medford: I’ll be in Ashland/Medford this weekend and have a couple of time slots open for private instruction; Sunday (late afternoon) or Monday morning In Florence: Paint Like A Pro/ Learning the Secrets Sept. 19 & 20 Sponsored by the Florence Regional Arts Alliance ** This is a hands-on workshop focusing on composition and color harmony. To celebrate FRAA’s opening of the new Oldtown location, tuition is only $59. Techniques in Palette Knife Painting Oct 11 Also at FRAA, Continue reading Workshops and news from Silvia Trujillo! By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 1886 contributed posts
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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.  Clatsop Community College announces an opportunity for all students and community members to experience an extraordinary 11-day tour of Rome, Florence and Paris in June 2014 with group leader CCC Art Instructor Kristin Shauck in conjunction with EF College Tours. Scheduled for June 16th – 26th, 2014, this tour will place travelers in front of the most influential and inspiring art ever produced in the Western world. Continue reading Tour Art in Rome, Florence & Paris By John-Christer Petersen, 10 contributed posts
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About the author: Photographer and Cardio-thoracic Surgical Physician Assistant John Petersen has helped patients and family through some of the most stressful days of their lives. This makes creating images with a sense of beauty and peace which can relieve the stresses of life one of his greatest joys. In February 2012, he decided to go forward with an opportunity to participate in a pilgrimage in Italy inspired by the book “ "Chasing Francis” by Ian Morgan Cron., following the footsteps of St Francis of Assisi through Assisi and Rome. This blog is a journal of his preparations for the trip leading up to his departure in April, and thoughts and images from his travels in Italy while he's there. Learn more by visiting his listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource for links to his photography site, blogs and Facebook pages, as well as contact information. My Exhibit includes photos while on my first “Chasing Francis” Spirit Venture in 2012 with photos from Assisi, Rome and Florence. It is at the RoxyAnn Winery in Medford, Oregon. Come on by for a glass of Cabernet Franc:) … Continue reading → Continue reading A Taste of Italy Art Exhibit By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 1886 contributed posts
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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. Contemporary Visions is a Florence-based festival of contemporary arts designed by the arts organization DAY ONE. The aim of Day One is to organize arts exhibitions in Florence designed around your needs and desires–creating a unique event each time. The goal of the Contemporary Visions festival is to discover new national and international talents and give them the opportunity to promote themselves on the Florentine scene. Continue reading Call to Artists: Contemporary Visions 2nd edition Florence Festival of Contemporary Arts By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 1886 contributed posts
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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.  We have a beautiful property on the McKenzie River near Springfield, Oregon and operate a 5-guest-room bed and breakfast inn. We’re hosting 2 workshops instructed by superb watercolorist Carole Hillsbery of Florence, Oregon. May 16-17: Landscapes; May 18-19: Watercolor on Canvas. Please call innkeeper Karen Reid at 541-515-8153 to reserve a space in the workshop. Continue reading SOAR: Art Education – Workshops and Retreats – Carole Hillsbery Workshops at McKenzie Orchards Bed & Breakfast By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 1886 contributed posts
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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.  Please read for more information about this workshop and registre soon! Art Workshops by the Sea goes into hibernation til next spring after October’s workshops are complete, so take advantage of the Indian Summer opportunity to paint by the sea in beautiful Florence on the Oregon Coast! Continue reading Registration Deadline for “Paint Florence in Florence” Workshop at Art Workshops by the Sea By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 1886 contributed posts
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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. Below are the workshops remaining for you to enjoy and enrich your experience in art through the talented artists and teachers of Art Workshops by the Sea, taken from their website ( please visit http://www.artworkshopsbythesea.com/ArtWorkshopsByTheSea/Workshops.html to view the original page with registration buttons). Thank to Paulette Shanklin for founding this wonderful business and making such great teachers available on the fabulous Oregon Coast! Paulette studied art in Italy, visiting nearly every 5 star art museum in Europe while she was there, and she tells us people have come to Florence, Oregon from halfway around the world…just to attend her workshops! She has found some very talented instructors to help you advance your artistic skills and we hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to pursue your art while relaxing by the sea. Continue reading Summer/Fall Workshops at Art Workshops by the Sea By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 1886 contributed posts
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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.  Don’t miss the fun! Time is running out. You must register by July 1st to reserve your spot in “Mixed Media Techniques” By Sara Naumann. Sara is a Certified Ranger Educator. July 20 Mixed-Media with Ranger Ink – $99. July 21 Mixed-Media with Lazertran – $99. Take both classes for a big discount – $185. Mixed-Media with Ranger Ink: Hands-on experience with 21 different techniques as we create a sampler of stamped, inked and painted examples. Mixed-Media with Lazertran: Explore, create and discover a wealth of mixed-media techniques using Lazertran waterslide decal paper to integrate photos and stamped images into your artwork. These classes are sponsored by Art Workshops By The Sea, on the beautiful Oregon coast in Florence. Follow this link to register: http://www.artworkshopsbythesea.com/ArtWorkshopsByTheSea/Register_Here.html by June 25th to save your space. Continue reading Registration Deadline for Sara Naumann Mixed Media/Ranger Ink Workshop in Florence! Lighthouse Inn and Little Brown Hen Cafe in Florence, Oregon Shakespeare Festival and Weisinger's of Ashland. If you’re heading to the dunes or to explore Old Town, you’ll find good va… Continue reading Gerry Frank’s picks: Lighthouse Inn, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and more | |