En Plein Air Schedule

Photo taken at Arboretum Duck Pond

Nancy Kennedy has created a schedule for en plein air for the next few weeks.

• April 19, Tuesday- James K. Polk Home in Pineville, NC


• April 26, Tuesday- 10 AM, Sally Cooper's Garden near the Randolph Mint Museum


• May 2, Tuesday- Cedarhill Farms (stables) near Marvin, NC


• May 10, Tuesday- Baxter Village, Fort Mill, NC

Email Nancy (enpleinair@nc-kennedy.com) or Debbie (dyacenda@aol.com) for more information and to be included in the loop. Nancy makes the following supply list suggestions:

• A friend


• easel


• painting materials (watercolorists- don't forget the water!)


• something to eat and drink


• hat


• sunscreen


• jacket


• walking shoes


• chair


• cell phone with Nancy or Debbie's # in contact list


• camera (always ask permission if photographing people or artists' works)

Suggestion for locations are always welcome! Email Nancy or Debbie and we'll schedule it in.

Great Presentation by Roy Tidwell

Roy Tidwell with his "Limbos"

Mary Magee and Dulce Tavares looking at sculpting tools

Not only is Roy a wonderful sculptor but also a fantastic writer. His works are not mere representations of ideas but there's a story behind each of his works. You need to read his Limbo Mythology! Contact Debbie, who will share her copy... but wants it returned. Her favorite is the Othello Limbo. Thank you, Roy Tidwell, for showing us art's third dimension!

Busy Wednesday!

There are three events for MAG, tomorrow 4/13/11:

• Kevin Brown, MAG co-president, is giving an oil demonstration at Catawba River Art Guild (CRAG) at the Rock Hill Center for the Arts. Their web site is: http://www.catawbaartguild.com/ if you need more information.


• The Plein Air Buds are doing their art thing at Lake Montonia, Kings Mt. in the morning at 10:30. If you'd like to join in the fun contact Nancy (enpleinair@nc-kennedy.com) or Debbie (dyacenda@aol.com) for more information. You must be at the gate on time to enter so please contact us if you're coming.


• Life Drawing is at 7 PM at the Matthews Community Center. There is a charge of $5-7 per person for the model fee (depending on how many attend). You must be over 18 years of age. All events are open to non-members!

Sculptor Roy Tidwell, Presenter for Next Meeting

Roy Tidwell, who won an achievement award for his sculpture at the MAG Presbyterian Hospital Matthews Art Show, will be our presenter for our MAG meeting Tuesday, April 12th at 7 PM (6:30 PM for our Social Time). Roy is a member of MAG along with his wife, Christine, who paints in oils. We look forward to learning about his philosophy and approach to sculpting. Come and support one of our own... a sculptor!

Winners of MAG Presbyterian Hospital Matthews Art Show

Thank you to everyone who attended the reception at the hospital last night. Here are the award-winning artists:

First Place- Kevin Brown "Self Portrait"

Second Place- Jen Spaker "Road Shadows"

Third Place- Cynthia Powers "Banjo Man"

Best Drawing- Diane Caudle "The Three Faces of Kanae"

Honorable Mentions:
Jean Yates "Apples on the Loose"
Mike Thomas "Honey on the Point"
Mataya "Freedom Park in July"
Diane Caudle "Dancing Princess"

Achievement Awards:
Roy Tidwell "Self Esteem"
Jewel Baldwin "So Much to See"
John Lomax "Bar Lucky"
Kevin Brown "Carolina Shrimp Boats"

Congratulations!

Group Art This Week

The Plein-Air Buds will be at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens tomorrow, Tuesday, 3/22, at 10 AM. There is a charge of $12 for admission (unless you're a member). Interested? Email Nancy enpleinair@nc-kennedy.com or Debbie dyacenda@aol.com for more information or if you want to get in on the loop.

Life Art meets Wednesday night at 7 PM at the Matthews Community Center. The charge is $5-7 depending on how many attend. Thanks to Tom and Jack for always having this set up and ready to go. Everyone, please come early so you're ready by 7 PM sharp!

MAG Presbyterian Hospital Matthews Art Show

Come by Presbyterian Hospital Matthews in the main lobby where MAG's annual Presbyterian Hospital Matthews Show is up an running! We have 42 artists participating with the addition of sculpture!

The Awards Reception will be held in the lobby, Thursday night, 6:30-8:30 PM. The following awards will be given:
First Place
Second Place
Third Place
Drawing Award
Honorable Mention (4)
Achievement Award (4)
Image Arts, Etc Award (thanks to Dave and Jennifer for sponsoring this!)

Most of the artwork is for sale. To purchase, just contact the artist by using the information on the tag next to it.