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Artists Workshop 34th Annual Show & Sale

‘LITHIA WATER’ Pastel By Steve Bennett

THE ARTISTS’ WORKSHOP ANNUAL SHOW & SALE AUGUST 3-26, 2018

‘LITHIA WATER’ Pastel By Steve Bennett

The Artists’ Workshop 34th Annual Show and Sale opens Friday, August 3, at 10 am at the Art Presence Center, corner of 5th and D in Jacksonville.

A special Reception with the Artists will be held on Saturday, August 4, from 2-5 pm. Admission to the show and the reception is free.

The group is comprised of passionate, accomplished artists who capture local landscapes, historical buildings, flowers, still lifes, abstracts, and other subjects using oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, print-making, encaustic, mixed media, ink, etc. Members include award-winning collected artists who may also teach art classes and workshops.

Participants in this year’s show are Raye Aubin, Susan Austin, Steve Bennett, Sue Bennett, Katy Cauker, Peter Coons, Susan DeRosa, Rick Evans, Kim Faucher, Marilyn Hurst, Jeanne LaRae, Jean Mailander, Kirsten Meriwether, Carolyn Roberts, Desmond

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Southern Oregon Society of Artists Members Critique

Autumn Treasure, Pastel by Steve Bennett

Southern Oregon Society of Artists Members Critique Odessa Lake, Pastel by Steve Bennett Autumn Treasure, Pastel by Steve Bennett Tulips Aglow, Pastel by Steve Bennett

Steve Bennett, well-known artist from Jacksonville will be the critique juror for Southern Oregon Society of Artists (SOSA) on Monday, April 27. Steve, who has studied with many of the finest instructors in the United States, has been painting for nearly 30 years. Having worked in most media, he now chooses the immediacy of pastel, saying, “The pigment is right here in my hand.” His strong designs and colors add to the excitement of each piece. He will look for good composition created by the use of the basic Elements of Design to convey each artist initial concept. Art will be accepted from 6:15 to 6:45 from paid members. Guests are welcome to attend.

The meeting will be held Monday, April 27, at the Medford

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Reminder: Steve & Sue Bennett Exhibit & Reception Coming Soon!

South Stage Cellars Art Show announcement illustration with paintings by Sue and STeve Bennett of Jacksonville Oregon

Steve and Sue Bennett of Jacksonville, Oregon will exhibit their landscapes in watercolor, pastel and oil at South Stage Cellars from September 20 – October 29 with a reception on September 20 from 5-8 pm. Meet the artists and enjoy live music, complimentary hors d-oeuvres, and southern Oregon wines while viewing their spectacular paintings!

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Steve & Sue Bennett Show at South Stage Cellars

The Vines, watercolor by Sue_Bennett

Please join us at South Stage Cellars as we celebrate the creativity of artists

Steve Bennett & Sue Bennett

with works in

Oil * Pastel * Watercolor Reception: Saturday, September 20 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM Enjoy an evening of ART * WINE * MUSIC

Sue Bennett is a classically trained artist who paints to express beauty. “My intent is to capture the heart of the subject and I get completely caught up in it.” Sue taught art for many years in classes and workshops in several states and Canada. Her paintings have been included in over 45 exhibits around the nation. She works most frequently in transparent watercolor, however she also enjoys opaque watermedia and pastel and has recently returned to oils.

Hueners Hill Vineyard, Pastel by Steve Bennett

 

 

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Artist’s Workshop 30th Annual Show & Sale

Artist’s Workshop 30th Annual Art Show and Sale August 1-24. The gallery will be open from 10 am–6 pm every Friday–Sunday from August 1– 24. Artists Reception Saturday, August 2nd from 3–6 PM.

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Artists Workshop Annual Show at Art Presence

Jackson Creek, pastel by Steve Bennett

The Artists Workshop is a group of more than sixty artists from all over southern Oregon. The show features paintings from over twenty painters who work in a wide range of mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolor and pastels. Show Dates: Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. August 2nd thru August 24th. Hours: 11:00 AM – 5 PM.

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Artist’s Workshop 2013 Annual Show and Sale

"Jackson Creek," by Steve Bennett

Show Date: Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 2nd thru August 25th, Hours: 11:00 AM – 5 PM. Opening Reception: August 3rd, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Location: Art Presence Art Center, 206 North Fifth St., Jacksonville, Oregon.

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Steve and Sue Bennett Exhibiting at Toledo, Oregon's Annual Labor Day Weekend Art Walk

Hayfield, South of France, Watercolor by Sue Bennett

Jacksonville Artists Steve & Sue Bennett will be appearing at the 19th Annual Labor Day Weekend Art Walk and First Weekend in Toledo, Oregon. This year’s line-up of artists promises a richly varied selection of high quality artwork. Participating artists, studios and galleries this year include Gallery Michael Gibbons, Ivan Kelly Gallery, Caroll Loomis, Becky Miller Studio-Gallery, SolaLuna Studios, the Yaquina River Museum of Art, the Justice of the Peace Studio, and The Gallery on Main Street. Each of the galleries will have maps available for the self-guided tour. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, September 1, 2 and 3, 2012.

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Ashland Gallery Association July Spotlight Galleries

Ashland Gallery Association Ashland First Friday ArtWalk : Ashland Gallery Association aga logo

Ashland Gallery Association showcases member galleries and their exhibiting artists for July

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