tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13294675119026505042024-02-19T10:54:40.552-08:00CONCORD COMMUNITY OF ARTISTSCommunity of artists in Concord, CaliforniaLisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-63001872477035650232017-06-01T20:25:00.000-07:002017-06-03T20:39:19.116-07:00To stop and smell the flowers...The Concord Community of Artists are fortunate to have talented and dedicated artists working together, patrons who are generous with their encouragement, and a growing and flourishing arts scene in Concord to call home.<br />
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The recent <i>Flower Power - Community Art Installation</i> at the Concord Library was a beautiful mix of visual flora from 15 artists, curated by Sylvia Nuzzo Philis and installed by Laurie Mansur and Sylvia Nuzzo Philis. We hope everyone who stopped by enjoyed the bouquet!<br />
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Thank you to the local and regional press. Read the articles from Kara Navolio at the <i><a href="https://issuu.com/claytonpioneerinc./docs/apr_21_concord_pioneer_2017/1?e=4651925/47434737" target="_blank">Concord Pioneer</a></i> and Janice De Jesus at the <i><a href="http://www.eastbaytimes.com/2017/05/22/display-blossoms-at-concord-library/" target="_blank">East Bay Times</a></i>. <br />
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<br />Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-50859411824716769172017-05-26T21:08:00.002-07:002017-05-26T21:09:57.421-07:00Process and PeopleHighlighting the 'process' which some say constitutes the work or labor of an artist, has been the main focus of our recent blog posts. As a group, before the artworks were installed at the library, the <i>Flower Power </i>artists shared with one another how they were inspired to select their specific flower, what techniques were used to achieve the details in the artwork and what challenges were faced in the process. As simple as our theme seemingly was, there was a lot for the group to share with one another about their process.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sharon Petersen</td></tr>
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Come see this community art installation! Only a few days left at the <a href="http://ccclib.org/aboutus/holidays.html" target="_blank">Concord Library</a> until May 31. Be sure to check library hours during the holiday weekend.</div>
Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-80128000248031418282017-05-08T10:27:00.003-07:002017-05-11T12:19:50.491-07:00Beauty unfolds before your very eyes!Just like a real flower reveals itself from one moment to the next, artist <a href="http://lisalizalou.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Fulmer</a> gives us a fun view of the sequence of her painting for the <i>Flower Power</i> installation. See the colorful exhibit now at the <a href="http://ccclib.org/locations/concord.html" target="_blank">Concord Library</a> until May 31!<br />
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<br />Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-50960255631334079122017-05-04T10:49:00.001-07:002017-05-04T10:49:40.295-07:00Flowers, one petal at a time.Here we see the progress of <a href="http://sapstudiodesigns.com/" target="_blank">Sharon Petersen's</a> watercolor. You can see her finished piece at the <a href="http://ccclib.org/locations/concord.html" target="_blank">Concord Library</a> now through May 31 at the <i>Flower Power</i> installation along with other new and original pieces by the other fourteen artists, presented by the Concord Community of Artists.<br />
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Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-77857336598760235292017-04-30T09:08:00.000-07:002017-04-30T10:28:06.618-07:00Flowers are continuing to grow!<i>Flower Power</i> artwork in progress. Artist <a href="http://dhartglass.weebly.com/about.html" target="_blank">Denise Hillman</a> chose to interpret her flower as glass art. So interesting to see her specs, materials, and beautiful pansy!<br />
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Be sure to see this piece 'live and in person' along with fourteen other artworks in a unique installation throughout the month of May, beginning May 2nd at the <a href="http://ccclib.org/locations/concord.html" target="_blank">Concord Library</a>.<br />
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<br />Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-24433011240412550032017-04-26T22:06:00.000-07:002017-04-26T22:27:50.355-07:00See the process!<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It's fun to view these works in progress in preparation for the upcoming <i>Flower Power</i> installation! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">May 2 - 31, 2017 at the Concord Public Library.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Camille Heath - work in progress 1</td></tr>
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Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-9718768009158099692017-04-07T20:04:00.000-07:002017-04-08T08:07:16.588-07:00A little past, a little present, a little future.<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;">Throughout the </span><b style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: large;">past</span></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;"> several months the CCofA artists,
individually and collectively, have been very productive and engaged with art
making and community making!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Some highlights include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">• Actively supporting </span><a href="http://www.b8theatre.org/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">B8 Theatre</a><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> by attending performances, spreading the word about the theatre, and growing our community of artists to include the performing arts.</span></div>
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• Hosting various classes, most recently with teaching artist, Joani Share.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">• Continuously celebrating and supporting each other’s ongoing achievements....</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….<a href="http://sapstudiodesigns.com/" target="_blank">Sharon Petersen</a> hustles and has her beautiful watercolors and prints
for sale everywhere I look!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….</span><a href="http://www.lauriemansurart.com/" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Laurie Mansur’s</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> piece <i>Breakfast at the Sugarplum</i> juried
into Town Hall Theatre Gallery, Lafayette.</span></div>
<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….<a href="http://lisalizalou.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Fulmer</a> continues to lead the Concord Art Association.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….<a href="https://raquelamaral.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Raquel Amaral</a> opens new art gallery in downtown Concord.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….<a href="http://www.joanishare.com/" target="_blank">Joani Share</a>'s solo exhibit at Walnut Creek Library.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….<a href="http://www.getoutbooks.com/welcome.html" target="_blank">Susan Pace-Koch</a> guest-curates illustrator’s exhibit <i>Storybooks
by the Bay</i> at Village Theatre Art Gallery in Danville.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….Catherine Hensiek joins the board of directors for <a href="http://concordartassociation.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Concord Art Association</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">….<a href="http://www.makespace.us/" target="_blank">Sylvia Nuzzo Philis</a> advocates for public art
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Presently</span><span style="color: #666666;">,</span></b><span style="color: #666666;"> there are 15 of us CCofA artists working on </span><i style="color: #666666;">Flower
Power – A Community Art Installation</i><span style="color: #666666;">, an example of individuals
working together towards the positive outcome for the whole. </span><span style="color: #666666;">It will be on display at the <a href="http://ccclib.org/locations/concord.html" target="_blank">Concord Library</a>
(Salvio Street) from May 2-31, 2017.</span><span style="color: #666666;"> </span><span style="color: #666666;">More
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concert(s). We'll continue to refine our mission, function as a creative collective, and enable possibilities for folks who make art a priority in their lives. It’s important not to always be
overly solitude or too sucked into our own personal work as an artist. When we
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Sylvia Nuzzo Philishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00724084876653680529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-4037774679348337102016-05-26T12:31:00.005-07:002016-05-26T14:29:18.016-07:00Press coverage for our "sight/unseen" art showWe are grateful to our local news media for sharing our efforts with their readers and the community at large. Click the links below to read the articles and enjoy watching a quick video montage of the fourteen pieces from the show.<br />
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<a href="http://www.eastbaytimes.com/news/ci_29904464/selfreflection-drives-art-for-concord-community-of-artists" target="_blank">East Bay Times</a> - <i>Self-reflection drives art for Concord Community of Artists</i><br />
<a href="http://claycord.com/2016/05/19/why-artists-love-living-here-by-lisa-fulmer-for-claycord-com/" target="_blank">Claycord News & Talk</a> - <i>Why artists love living here</i><br />
<a href="https://issuu.com/claytonpioneerinc./docs/may_27_concord_pioneer_2016?e=0/35896127" target="_blank">Concord Pioneer</a> - <i>Exploring our identity through art </i>(page 17)<br />
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HR_tS0SMerE" width="640"></iframe>Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-16911004396099299122016-05-25T09:47:00.004-07:002016-05-25T09:48:53.266-07:00Last - but not least!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>She</i> by Anamilena Ayala - Acrylic</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Hands</i> by Sylvia Nuzzo Philis - Photography</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Follow the Light</i> by Mary Frances Crabtree - Drawing</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>New Beginnings</i> by Lois Willhite - Mixed media</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Dwellings</i> by Lisa Fulmer - Mixed media</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Altar</i> - An assemblage for Michelle Morey</td></tr>
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<span id="goog_1722558579"></span>Right before the show, one of our participating artists and the manager of The Artist's Den - Michelle Morey - was unable to finish her piece due to an urgent family matter. We wanted her to still have a presence in the show, so each artist contributed an item that reflected some aspect of Michelle's narrative and the 13 items were assembled together into a wallhanging for her. </div>
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<br />Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-45501844085290835222016-05-24T15:25:00.000-07:002016-05-24T15:27:41.052-07:00More from the "sight/unseen" show<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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The opening weekend for our <i><b>sight/unseen</b></i> show was a resounding success! So many people came to see our exhibit - friends, family and the community at large. We are so grateful to all of the participating artists, to The Artist's Den and to all the tireless volunteers who helped make this show happen. We want to especially thank Sylvia Nuzzo Philis (CCofA founder, shown above at lower right wearing purple) for her vision of this show's <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html" target="_blank">theme on identity</a>.<br />
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<i><b>sight/unseen</b></i> is still on display this week (Monday—Thursday, 10am—2pm at The Artist's Den, 1913 Salvio Street in Concord) if you didn't catch us this past weekend. In addition to viewing intriguing and diverse works of art, you'll enjoy reading each artist's written narrative about their inspiration and approach to their work. <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B0L4rml98GWYSjNaVEo2QS1nbFU" target="_blank">Click here to download</a> a PDF file of all the narratives.<br />
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This week we'll feature all of the art here on the blog, starting with these four artists - Laurie, Joani, Sharon and Marie. Enjoy!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Finding My Cultural Landscape</i> by Laurie Mansur - Mixed media</td></tr>
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are part of our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> -sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br />
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This is Lois Willhite - what do you like most about living in Concord?<br />
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Concord has the natural beauty and the feeling of a rural community, with everything we need within a short drive from our home. Also there are the amazing views of Mt. Diablo to the east and San Pablo Bay to the west, with its fabulous sunsets.<br />
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Concord has grown in size over the years and that rural feeling is no longer there, but the surrounding open spaces still inspire my appreciation for the beauty of the seasons with their changing colors, and for new opportunities. Our neighborhood is very family-oriented and the children of our neighbors now have families of their own; they continue to return and still consider our community to be home.</blockquote>
What mediums do you plan to use for this show?<br />
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I am a creative mixed media artist - I like needlework, crafting, drawing and painting. The subject and medium for my entry in this event is a bit out of my comfort zone. I will be using mixed media in the hopes of creating a collage effect with watercolor, pastel and/or acrylics.</blockquote>
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How long have you been making art?<br />
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My oldest brother was the artist in the family. He became my mentor through his love for music and his daily sketches. I have had an interest for creative art from an early age and always used whatever medium was available. Drawing in the sand at the age of 5 was the beginning of my desire to become an artist. I loved all art projects that were introduced during my early school years and when I reached high school age, I enrolled in an art class by mail with the Artist’s Institute. During the years after graduation I lost the interest for turning art into my professional dream. Instead I married, got a job, and raised my children. </blockquote>
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Needle work was a necessity while I was growing up. The reward and self satisfaction from the completion of the projects is why I like it. Crafting is enjoyable because I like to work with different textures and new ideas, drawing is for my peace of mind, and painting is for the challenge. After moving to California and our children were in school, my artist neighbor and I enrolled in art classes at DVC, which revived my interest for the arts. Over the past few years I have taken classes within the Mt Diablo Adult Education system to advance my art to a new level.</blockquote>
What advice do you have for the new artist?<br />
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The only tip I have for achieving “complete satisfaction” would be to pick the medium of your choice and go for it. Don’t be afraid to try new ideas, but be true to what fits best for you.</blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-62505632991550849222016-05-19T11:13:00.003-07:002016-05-19T11:14:15.153-07:00Meet the artist - Emily Stepp<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="text-align: start;">This is </span><a href="http://emilystepp.com/" style="text-align: start;" target="_blank">Emily Stepp</a><span style="text-align: start;"> </span><span style="text-align: start;">- what do you like most about living in Concord?</span><br />
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I’ve lived in Concord on and off since the start of my sophomore year at college in 2009. I have drawn inspiration from nature in the area, often taking photographs in parks to use as reference material later on. </blockquote>
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Cities without enough green space make me feel drained and claustrophobic, so I really enjoy our convenient access to so many parks and wildlife areas. </blockquote>
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What mediums do you plan to use for this show?<br />
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I plan to tackle this piece with a mixed media approach. I often paint with acrylic on a flat plane, or I sometimes sculpt, but I don’t usually combine the two. I’m wanting to find a way to incorporate sculpture with a traditional flat painting. I think constantly innovating is the only way to truly improve. You have to keep challenging yourself or you’ll get stuck in a groove. Even if you never use a particular method again, it will better inform your future work.</blockquote>
Any new techniques or materials you've learned about recently?<br />
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I’ve been learning how to make 3-D digital models lately. It’s definitely out of my comfort zone, in that I had to learn an entire program and become accustomed to its limitations. I’ve taken several classes in the past to learn clay sculpture, so I had to translate that into my digital models. I have even used these 3-D models as reference material for 2-D work, since I can add dynamic lighting and poses. </blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">By Emily Stepp</td></tr>
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How long have you been making art?<br />
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I’ve been making art since I was old enough to hold a crayon. I became serious about art as a career in high school and enrolled in California College of the Arts in 2008. </blockquote>
What's the best advice you've received as an artist?<br />
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I would say that my first true artist mentor was Randy Chavez. He taught Illustration along with the History of Illustration. He was full of helpful advice and various pieces of wisdom. He encouraged us to practice as much as possible to fulfill our “ten thousand hours” that's needed to become an expert at something. His magic realism pieces are also an inspiration for me stylistically. </blockquote>
What advice would you give a new artist?<br />
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By far the best tip for a new artist is to practice. Keep drawing, sculpting, photographing - just keep doing it. You never start out being the best. You should never compare your art to anyone else’s, always compare your current work to your older work to see improvement. Only measure yourself against yourself. Most students think they need to avoid something they’re bad at, but that’s exactly what you should practice until it is no longer difficult at all.</blockquote>
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<br />Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-25272226149563649132016-05-18T10:55:00.003-07:002016-05-18T10:59:14.954-07:00Meet the artist - Joani Share<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are part of our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> -sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br />
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This is <a href="http://www.joanishare.com/" target="_blank">Joani Share</a> - what do you like most about living in Concord?<br />
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I have lived in Concord just shy of 1 year - since April 2015; prior to the move to California, my husband and I lived in Phoenix, Arizona for over 40 years. We moved here to be closer to family, which has been a great joy to us. The proximity to San Francisco and all that a large, world-class city has to offer has been inspiring and exciting. Being new to the area, everything is a learning curve from shopping to driving – exploring our new surroundings is lots of fun. Moving from the desert and extreme heat to milder temperatures has made living easier, and seeing actual seasons has been inspirational- the shock of fall colors and spring flowers is a contrast to the subtle changes found in the desert terrain. I love my new studio space, it is large, light and airy – it used to be a garage, but no more. With the sealing of the garage door, addition of windows and heating/cooling it is my favorite place to be – I am there all of the time.</blockquote>
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What mediums do you plan to use for this show?<br />
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It will be mixed media. I started using my sewing machine to create art – making lines become dimensional. I love exploring new media and techniques, I have no fear of color and will try just about anything art-wise to see how it works with my ideas.</blockquote>
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Any new techniques or materials you've learned about recently?<br />
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I learned how to do monoprints using plexiglass plates. It was not something I knew, but instantly fell in love. The technique I learned was untraditional – oil paint on dark paper – it was fascinating – different and forgiving. I learned to incorporate printmaking into many of my older pieces, without the use of a printing press. The new gel plate prints are helpful in creating texture and pattern to paper which can be used as is – or cut up. Experimenting is something I love to do.</blockquote>
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I have been creating art for as long as I can remember. I have been an art teacher, and a student mentor. My students always told me that they liked my honesty – I worked with them on drawing and composition. The hardest part of doing art is creating it - and knowing when to stop. Below is what I share with my students:</blockquote>
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<b>Myth 1: The ability to draw is inherited.</b><br />
This is one of the main reasons people believe they cannot draw or give up after only a few attempts. I am convinced that this is false.<br />
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<b>Myth 2: There is a right and wrong way to draw.</b><br />
There are learned techniques and approaches that will help you draw in ways that enhance your drawing skills. However, in art museums and art galleries you will see all manners of drawing, from precise to sloppy, from beautiful to ugly. Even art critics are in constant disagreement about what comprises good and bad art. Art students sometimes hand the same work to different teachers and get wildly divergent opinions. Unless you have been commissioned to do a certain drawing, it is not necessary to please anyone but yourself. <br />
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<b>Myth 3: Drawing is simply for pleasure and has no practical use.</b><br />
The process of creating art helps develop problem-solving skills, develops concentration and visual perception skills that are applicable in many other areas, and promotes relaxation and creative energy that is healing to the mental and emotional body.<br />
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<b>Myth 4: You can’t really draw if you have to look at a photograph.</b><br />
You cannot realistically draw the endless array of of animals, birds, and foliage that exist from your imagination alone. If you cannot locate the subject or object you wish to draw, it is okay to use photographs as a reference tool. You can use these references to create your own works of art.<br />
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<b>Myth 5: Real artists successfully draw what they want without making mistakes.</b><br />
Nothing could be further from the truth. Most artists are dissatisfied with their preliminary works. Sometimes they do a composition over and over, adjusting parts they don’t like. “If a professional artist does five drawings, how many do you think he or she will like enough to frame?” The typical answer is two at the most. Give yourself freedom to explore the way professional artists do. Only with freedom will you maximize your progress. Finish the drawings you don’t like, without trying to hide them or apologize for them. This will empower you to learn from your efforts and take advantage of the magic that originates in so-called mistakes.<br />
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What advice do you have for a new artist?<br />
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It takes a long time to create art – don’t ever get discouraged! If you think you made a mistake, fix it. With art you can always adjust – mistakes are often just happy accidents. Remember for every great piece that Matisse or Renoir created, there were hundreds that they discarded so that you could enjoy the ones known worldwide.</blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-54114003980120269082016-05-17T11:00:00.001-07:002016-05-17T11:02:29.045-07:00Meet the artist - Michelle Morey<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are part of our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> - <i><b>sight/unseen</b></i> - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br />
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This is Michelle Morey - what do you like most about living in Concord?<br />
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I have been in the Bay Area for almost 30 years and I feel blessed to be surrounded by such amazing creative energy and beauty. </blockquote>
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Having worked in Concord less than a year, I am new to the area and quite impressed by how open and supportive the community of artists here have been. </blockquote>
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I manage The Artist's Den, a gallery and studio for adults with developmental disabilities. We opened in June of last year and have been well-received by the community. </blockquote>
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The comment I hear from most artists who stop by is, "This is wonderful, but we need more gallery space!" </blockquote>
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I will be working with both old and trusted mediums and trying some new things. This project is a challenge on several levels. I have spent years dedicating my energies to supporting others in their creative endeavors while setting mine aside, but also my vision is changing and I am coming to terms with the real possibility of losing my vision. I am exploring the impact this is having on my life and my art. I love to paint, but I need to let go of the fine detail work I enjoy and am now leaning more towards texture and color. I have a sense of where I would like for this piece to go, but it feels very organic. Giving up control, learning to do things differently and acceptance seem to be the lessons here.</blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lonnie Carter with work he created at The Artist's Den</td></tr>
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How long have you been creating art?<br />
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I have been playing with art all of my life. My mother was a very creative person and if Barbie needed clothes or a home, we made it. We were always making things - painting, refinishing, sewing and sanding. </blockquote>
What's the best advice you've received as an artist?<br />
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My mom was never afraid of making mistakes or making a mess, which is what she taught me. She also taught me not to worry too much about following the rules or directions, which can still get me into trouble. I feel pretty lucky to have grown up with that kind of freedom, because it kept my creative spirit alive and I have never been afraid of getting my hands dirty. My boss doesn't always love me, though.</blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-42732079068676065682016-05-16T12:06:00.002-07:002016-05-16T20:35:05.829-07:00Meet the artist - Sylvia Nuzzo Philis<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Not Just Another Day</i> by Sylvia Nuzzo Philis - photography</td></tr>
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are in our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> - sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br />
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This is <a href="http://makespace.us/" target="_blank">Sylvia Nuzzo Philis</a> - what do you like most about living in Concord?<br />
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I’ve lived in Concord nearly 10 years, and in nearby Walnut Creek for 5 years prior to that. At that time, 15 years ago, I had just ‘landed’ in the East Bay after making the move from western Canada. I find there are so many ways to enjoy the area, mainly through nature and being outdoors. The mild/warm weather, Mt. Diablo, walking/cycling trails, proximity to ocean and mountains - this is all very valuable for me as an artist. The more I become involved in the community, particularly the arts community, the more likable Concord is to live in.</blockquote>
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I generally use photography in some way for my art, although it’s not always in the traditional form. If there are ways I can distort a view or put a twist on a process or technique, that's when it becomes most interesting for me, so I’m always willing to change things up. </blockquote>
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However, in realistic photography, I am very drawn to a photojournalistic style. Here again, I like to make visible what is perhaps not usually always seen or obvious.</blockquote>
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My approach to art-making often falls towards finding a solution to a problem, or an answer to a question. My attention lately has been less focused on <i>my</i> particular art-making skills or art practice, but more about my practice of community-building through the arts. Much like any creative practice I have, I am constantly thinking about it, I take some action every day in order to make progress, and consider the progress made as somehow making a difference in the world. Although making a difference in the world is a bigger responsibility when provoking and supporting community art as I have been doing lately. Not only does it have to make a difference for myself on a personal level, but when you engage at a broader level you want it to have a positive effect and outcome for the parties involved and the public at-large.</blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Yes, I'm Listening</i> by Sylvia Nuzzo Philis - photography</td></tr>
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How long have you been making art?<br />
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I’ve been an artist since I can remember. For many years it was performing arts that consumed me: music, theater, dance…and when I began to take dance seriously, I found that it was choreography that I became most engaged in; the making of dances, the elements of composition, the use of space, and the message or form that was conveyed. This turns out to be the same priorities for my visual artwork. </blockquote>
What's the best advice you've received as an artist?<br />
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My training has been eclectic and therefore I consider much of my mentorship to be somewhat non-traditional as well. I hesitate to name names for fear of neglecting to mention someone totally obvious, but if I were to mention one person, it would be the late, great David Adams, who was the first principal danseur for the National Ballet of Canada back in the day. I had the honor of having him as a teacher for 3 years while I was studying dance at the college level. He was so wise and so subtle in his ways of making us dance beyond what we imagined our abilities to be. He was a very gifted dance artist and uniquely generous in sharing his artistry with his students.</blockquote>
What advice do you have for new artists?<br />
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There is no shortage of advise for art students…I keep the same approach for my artwork as I do for most things, but it’s even more critical for artists…simply, <i>if it’s important to you, then make it a priority.</i></blockquote>
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<br />Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-77734200917774044222016-05-15T13:20:00.000-07:002016-05-15T13:24:12.830-07:00Meet the artist - Sharon Petersen<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are in our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> - sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br />
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This is <a href="http://www.sapstudiodesigns.com/" target="_blank">Sharon Petersen</a> - what do you like most about living in Concord?<br />
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It was early 1980 when I moved to Clayton from Chicago and I immediately felt “at home,” and each subsequent year has only solidified that feeling. </blockquote>
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From the oak-covered emerald green winter and spring hills to the clear blue summer skies leading to our long glorious fall, there is no better place to live or to be inspired to create art based on nature. </blockquote>
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The only challenge I've experienced is the extreme heat in summer which makes it difficult to paint en plein air. </blockquote>
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What medium(s) do you plan to use for your piece in this show?<br />
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As a professional landscape designer, I had always worked with graphite, markers and colored pencils. After I retired three years ago, I tried watercolor painting for the first time, as I had always promised myself I would do. I fell in love and haven't tried anything else since. There is so much to learn in this medium and I know that I haven't scratched the surface yet. I'm content to stay with my watercolor practice, but I may surprise myself and add another media. My vision seems to be begging for additional texture of some kind.</blockquote>
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Any new techniques or materials you've learned about recently?<br />
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I learned about using watercolor ground on stretched artist canvas, then painting over it in watercolor. This excited me as it opened new avenues for textural experimentation. The work also needn't be framed using this method.</blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption"><i>Waiting for You </i>by Sharon Petersen - watercolor</td></tr>
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How long have you been making art?<br />
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I always felt the need to be creative no matter what direction my work took me, from the fiber arts to black and white photography and dark room work to landscape design. It wasn't until I studied with architect Christopher Grampp that I learned that “everyone can learn how to draw.” Eventually I came to believe that. </blockquote>
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What's the best piece of advice you've received as an artist?<br />
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Grampp also taught me that the only way to improve is by practicing every day. This has been true for me in pencil sketching and watercolor painting - I now strongly believe this!</blockquote>
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What advice do you have for a new artist?<br />
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Use good materials and practice every day. Accept from the start that most of your work won't be a masterpiece and you won't be disappointed.</blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-53380319896582232412016-05-14T10:04:00.000-07:002016-05-14T11:56:18.746-07:00Meet the artist - Laurie Mansur<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is <a href="http://www.lauriemansurart.com/" target="_blank">Laurie Mansur</a> - what do you like most about living in Concord?</div>
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I love living in Concord because it provides the best of many worlds. It's a small town in the midst of a major metropolitan area, so we get to have the quiet, slower pace, open space and access to nature, but also we have many influences of the cities of Oakland and San Francisco, like a rich cultural and economic diversity.</blockquote>
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What medium(s) do you plan to use in your piece for this show?<br />
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This piece will be something new for me, and it has been both exciting and terrifying. I typically paint in oils or pastels, but this project is going to be a bit more mixed media. So I'm exploring both internally and with the media. I am totally out of my comfort zone, which is a really good thing. I'm not sure where it's going to end up to be honest, but I like where it's going so far.</blockquote>
Any new techniques or materials you've learned about recently?<br />
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When I started using pastels about a year ago, it was very freeing. I was looking for ways to keep my strokes loose, so I learned to paint with pastels without smudging or blending them, just layering. In this way, every stroke is important and choosing the correct color is also important with each stroke. I have to really analyze what I see and get it right the first time, otherwise it's easy to make a muddy mess.</blockquote>
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How long have you been making art?<br />
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I have been making art since I was little. Drawing, crafting, painting...those were all favorite pastimes growing up. I studied art history in college, and so I learned about world history, politics and religion through its art. </blockquote>
What has been the best advice you've received as an artist?<br />
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I really started growing as an artist when I met <a href="http://www.patsytaylor.com/" target="_blank">Patsy Taylor</a>. She is a local Concord artist and also a wonderful teacher. The most important thing she taught me was to keep trying - that art is like other activities, in that there are basics you must learn in order to be successful, and that anyone who wants to make art CAN learn to do it. We so often associate art with talent and assume that artists are born being able to draw or paint or sculpt, but the truth is we have just spent probably more time learning and practicing than the average person.</blockquote>
What is your best advice for a new artist?<br />
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I would say two things - first is to learn about the business side of art when you are starting out. Realize that if you are an artist, you will likely also be an entrepreneur, so what does that mean in terms of making a living? What will your options be? It's important to remember that in order to do what you love you have to be able to support yourself (unless you are lucky!). And the second thing is don't give up. If you want to be an artist, do it and don't let people talk you in to a more "practical" career. There are so many options, but you really have to be an advocate for yourself and your future.</blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-47847201140304080022016-05-13T01:00:00.000-07:002016-05-13T01:00:01.336-07:00Meet the artist - Kim Lawson<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<br />This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are in our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> - sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br /><br />This is <a href="http://kimlawsonart.com/" target="_blank">Kim Lawson</a> - what do you like most about living in Concord?<div>
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I have lived in Concord since 1992. Although it's the largest city in Contra Costa County, there's still a small town vibe here. I like its proximity to San Francisco and other great locales in the Bay Area. I feel lucky to be able to hop in the car for a quick road trip to the many wonderful places within California. </blockquote>
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Concord has been a great place to raise my family – we have lovely neighbors and have made many lifelong friends here. As an artist, there are numerous parks and places to sit and observe life - sketch, paint, photograph and ponder my favorite quote by Emily Dickinson...“I dwell in possibility.” </blockquote>
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I recently began teaching art journaling and general craft classes through the City of Concord’s Park and Recreation Department. I'm a member of the Concord Community of Artists and the Concord Art Association - two inspirational groups that I'm proud to be a part of. There are many talented artists living here - I would love the City of Concord to better promote and have more outlets for art and artists!</blockquote>
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What medium(s) do you plan to use in your piece for this show?<br />
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Generally my work has focused on photography, acrylic and watercolor painting, as well as various forms of mixed media and crafts. For the <b><i>sight/unseen</i></b> show, I plan to step outside of my comfort zone and try something new. Yikes! What I envision in my mind does not always present itself in the final stage, but I like to push my boundaries and see what happens. Sometimes the result is better than I anticipated! I will be creating a 3D piece exemplifying my heritage and its influence and translation to my artwork.</blockquote>
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Last year I began art journaling – a place for me to experiment and practice ideas. Whoa! I fell in love with this creative outlet so much, that I now teach this art form to others. I carry a small journal and pens with me at all times because inspiration can happen at any time. I have a large journal that I play in every day. Sleeping is difficult sometimes when ideas keep knocking on my brain!</blockquote>
How long have you been creating art?<br />
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I like to think that I was born an artist. It's strange for me to consider myself as an artist because I’m no Picasso...I just make what I think is fun and whatever comes naturally to me. Technically speaking, I have been labeling myself as a self-taught artist for ten years. Additionally, I think I am misplaced royalty – probably 201st in line for the English crown. I have no formal art education, but being Queen won’t require that. But I have always drawn and sketched - it's a great way to stay focused during boring class lectures and business meetings! I also adore creative writing, papercrafts, repurposing things, and using weird collections of objects I find to enhance my projects. I find inspiration from master artists, fellow artists, and a wealth of museums, nature, and friends whose style I admire.</blockquote>
What advice would you give a new artist?<br />
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The best advice I have for budding artists is to give into the passion and desire to create, don't give in to the fear of failure. You can always paint over it! </blockquote>
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“What great thing would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?" - Robert H. Schuller</blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-39171371361793806072016-05-11T10:54:00.000-07:002016-05-11T11:07:32.438-07:00Meet the artist - Catherine Hensiek<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This is Catherine Hensiek - what do you like most about living in Concord?</div>
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I like that my neighborhood in Concord is surrounded by numerous trails that criss-cross the foothills of Mt. Diablo. Driving east on Ygnacio Valley Road and gazing on our beautiful mountain and the surrounding hillsides allows me to mentally escape the congestion of the rest of Central County. </blockquote>
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I love that downtown Concord is centered on a historic square that provides a focal point for music, art and food. I enjoy the diversity in our community that provides us with festivals and world cuisine. We moved here in 1985 and the small town we first considered a way station on our journey to a big city has become our hometown. The natural beauty of our area is a constant inspiration for my art. Every morning I look out at Mt. Diablo and marvel at the ever-changing vista. The challenge I find is to take full advantage of all the activities that our town offers.</blockquote>
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For the piece I am doing for <i>sight/unseen</i>, I will be using mixed media techniques including acrylic paint, collage, ink, gouache and some three-dimensional aspects. Some of this is familiar, but with a twist for this piece. I enjoy learning new techniques, which is why I am always taking classes.</blockquote>
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During the last month I have been learning to make small books, which is something I have wanted to do for a long time. I am very excited about translating some of the book making techniques I have learned into other projects.</blockquote>
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I have been making art most of my life. As a child I was always creating paper dolls of all different historic eras. I took art classes in high school and college even though art was not my major. Although I spent a number of years in the corporate world, I did have an interim career as a designer. Retirement allowed me to jump back into the creative world.</blockquote>
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What is the best advice you're ever received as an artist?</div>
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The person who has been the biggest influence on my art has been my painting teacher, Patsy Taylor. She helped me learn the techniques and principles of acrylic painting including composition, value and color. The best advice Patsy gave me was to draw or paint every day. It does make a difference in that it helps to train both my eyes and my hand!</blockquote>
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What advice would you give a new artist?</div>
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For anyone wanting to explore becoming an artist, I suggest checking out the large number of classes offered in our area through Walnut Creek Civic Arts, Mt. Diablo Adult Education, Acalanes Adult Education and Concord Parks and Recreation.</blockquote>
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are in our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> - sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br />
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This is Marie Gomes - what do you like most about living in Concord?<br />
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<i>I like the people in this area. It’s so different than living in Fremont. There are more trees and prettier walks. I have lived here a long time. It has helped me feel calmer and I like to learn new things. Plus the art program at Futures Explored and the Artist’s Den is available here.</i></blockquote>
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What medium do you plan to use in your art for the sight/unseen show?<br />
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">The best advice has just been encouragement and having a teacher like my work.</span></i></blockquote>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you like art a lot, stick with it!</span></i></blockquote>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-51160229524115205932016-05-07T00:30:00.000-07:002016-05-07T00:30:23.817-07:00Meet the artist - Lisa Fulmer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This month we are featuring interviews with the artists who are in our <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html">upcoming art show</a> - sight/unseen - at The Artist's Den in Concord, May 21-26, 2016.<br /><br />What do you like most about living in Concord?<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">
After living for many years in San Francisco, I landed in Concord about ten years ago because it was in the middle of where my former husband and I each worked at the time, so we could both have reasonable commutes. Now I am self-employed and have been working from home for the last few years. I had decided to stay here mostly because my brother really likes his work and friends here (he has a developmental disability and lives with me). Since putting down the roots, I have really enjoyed meeting and developing wonderful relationships with so many artists and crafters in and around Concord. I also love seeing Mt. Diablo every day! </blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Sunrise</i> by Lisa Fulmer - encaustic</td></tr>
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What medium do you plan to use in your art for the sight/unseen show?<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">
I am working with a combination of acrylic, markers and collage on canvas. I love mixed media because there are no rules. </blockquote>
Are there any exciting mediums or techniques you've learned about recently?<br />
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Because I work as a designer in the craft industry, I often get wind of new tools and products before they hit the stores. I am looking forward to doing more with gel plate monoprinting, plus I have a hot-wire tool for carving craft foam that is just begging my attention. For this show, I am working more with a palette knife, which is fairly new for me.</blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Fussing with Reds </i>by Lisa Fulmer - acrylic</td></tr>
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How long have you been creating art?<br />
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Art and craft have always been part of my life. My mother painted landscapes, my aunt and uncle did beading and lapidary work, and my grandmother sewed and embroidered. I dabbled with all that as a child and teen, but it wasn't until about ten years ago that I dedicated much more time to creating art, designing craft projects and blogging about it all. I love cardmaking and general crafts, as well as fabric art and mixed media.</blockquote>
What is the best advice you're ever received as an artist?<br />
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<i>Every mistake is a design opportunity. </i>There's nothing that can't be altered or covered up - some of my worst uglies have transformed into my favorite work!</blockquote>
What advice would you give a new artist?<br />
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With every tutorial I write or class I teach, I tell people to enjoy the journey and don't fret about the destination. In other words, the experience of creating has as much (sometimes more!) value as the end result of your work. Give yourself permission to play and explore!</blockquote>
<a href="http://lisalizalou.com/" target="_blank">Visit Lisa's blog</a> to see more of her work.<br />
<br /> Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-69145875148340604442016-05-06T00:30:00.000-07:002016-05-06T12:32:53.869-07:00Meet the musicians performing at our art show - sight/unseenWe are delighted to welcome these talented musicians who will be performing during our new art show - <a href="http://concordartsalive.blogspot.com/2016/04/our-new-art-show-sightunseen.html" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">sight/unseen</a><i style="font-weight: bold;"> </i>- at The Artist's Den on Saturday and Sunday, May 21-22.<br />
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<b>Kelli Childers</b> was born and raised right here in Concord, where she's now raising her own children with her husband. Her journey with music started with piano lessons at an early age, then once school band became available in fifth grade, she picked up the alto sax. Kelli continued to play in school bands right up through college, where she had a wonderful experience learning from brilliant professors in the DVC music program.<br />
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Kelli bought her first guitar when she was 11 years old, after saving up $200 (which her dad matched). That Fender acoustic has traveled everywhere with her - from performing in dive bars as a young adult to later when she discovered her gift for teaching. That's when she knew she'd found her purpose - giving children a positive experience with music.<br />
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Kelli is performing on Saturday, May 21 at 12noon and 2:30pm.<br />
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<b>Benjamin Ofori</b> is from Sogakope, a small village in the Volta region of Ghana, West Africa. He began performing with his father’s group at an early age and later with his school’s cultural troupe. After graduating with a BA in Theatre Arts/African Drumming, Dance and Song, he formed his own group and has been teaching and performing for more than 20 years. His goal is to preserve the teaching of his elders and pass it along to new generations. </div>
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Ofori is the founder of <a href="http://bodaccultural.org/" target="_blank">Bodac Cultural Group</a>, an international African Traditional Drumming, Dance and Performing Arts group that originated in Ghana. The group’s mission is to share the knowledge, gifts, talents and joy of West African art and culture with various communities through vibrant performances and education. Bodac’s music touches lives and transforms audiences to appreciate music like they’ve never experienced it before. Their musical message to people around the world is that culture can’t be forgotten; we are born into our culture and it’s what makes us unique. Sharing art, music and ideas between disparate cultures enriches people, helping us all to grow wiser and more enlightened.</div>
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Benjamin is performing on Sunday, May 22 at 3:30pm.<br />
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Isaiah Douglass</b> is a musician, artist and writer who has been creating for most of his known life. He started playing guitar and singing at a young age and he was drawing even earlier than that. </div>
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<i>"Inspired by our earth family, the human journey and the mysteries of life, it is by this inspiration that I am propelled to create through many mediums. I am constantly seeking to expand my awareness and to live authentically. I believe the greatest gift we can all give is to be true to ourselves and follow golden thread of inspiration where ever it may takes us. May you always remember the blessings and peace of life."</i><br />
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Isaiah will be performing on Sunday, May 22 at 12noon and 2pm.<br />
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<a href="http://feonaleejones.com/" target="_blank"><span id="goog_1618126201"></span>Feona Lee Jones</a></b> makes music that is dreamy, ambient and melancholic, with synth pop, new wave, and punk rock undertones. Feona co-created the band, <a href="http://telepathicbirds.com/" target="_blank">Telepathic Birds</a> with Tony Cameron in 2013 in Concord. Their music is more moody and heavily layered. </div>
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<i>"We are space explorers who have come here to Earth to bring people together through our mysterious, bird-like, insect, space-y, Persephone-like presence. We have come to be a beacon of light and love to guide others in reconnecting with their essence and stepping fully into peace, love, and vulnerability. Our music is uplifting, bridging the shadow and the light, the underworld and the heavens, bringing light to the darkness and depth to the light, and creating opportunities for worldly beings to “transition” in peace."</i></div>
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Feona will be performing during our artist celebration on Saturday, May 21, 4pm. This is a private RSVP event - <a href="mailto:concordcommunityofartists@yahoo,com" target="_blank">email CCofA</a> to inquire about purchasing tickets.</div>
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Lisa Fulmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02982929742509409956noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329467511902650504.post-73270718198199916452016-05-05T00:30:00.000-07:002016-05-05T00:30:14.621-07:00Meet the artist - Mary Frances Crabtree<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Mary Frances Crabtree writes eloquently about her artistry and creative experience here in Concord:<br />
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"Diversity, affordability, proximity to a cultural center and a sunny suburban refuge from Pacific coast fog—that is what I like about living in the Concord area.<br />
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Escaping from the icy grip of a Chicago winter to a warm California welcome fulfilled my original retirement goal, but challenges still remained...is there enough inspiration for artistic growth here? Where would I find the vivid colors I celebrated during the seasonal changes of the Midwest? With family and friends left behind, as well as familiar neighborhoods and a city where education and culture highlighted my life—what did my new life in Concord offer?<br />
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The answer is <b><i>light - </i></b>brilliant light that emerges from shadow to define contours in objects, landscapes and people. The light in Concord’s hills against low, shaded valleys presents an artist with sharp contrasts in light intensity. It can be unforgiving light emerging from a black, shadowy background, or it can be a softly muted light tracing powdery shapes.<br />
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As color no longer defined my artistic vision here in Concord, the familiar technique and media—oils and gouache paint that I always used—horrors! It didn’t work! I was forced out of my comfort zone. I needed to express the new reality I saw all around me living in Concord: light and shadow, white pastel on Fabriano deep black paper. <br />
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This is what the viewer will see in my drawings—yes, simple drawings devoid of lines—a technique which I developed inspired by the negative in photography.<br />
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My advice for a new art student comes from a seminar in painting from an instructor who was tired of hearing— <i>Am I finished? Should I put a dash of cerulean here or more burnt sienna there?</i> His advice to me was simply to put the paintbrush down."<br />
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