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Southbury Land Trust's Phillips Farm is located on Sanford Road in Southbury CT.
Keely Riel of Southbury starts a painting of the barn at Southbury Land Trust's Phillips Farm on Sanford Road where the first Pomperaug Outdoor Painters' event will be held August 25 from 9 am - 4 pm.
Rain date is August 26.
It was a glorious day of painting and joyful conversation at the CPAPS Annual Picnic, July 2012 at Harkness State Park.
Bulletin Board Updated May 14, 2013
PLEIN AIR EVENT
BOZRAH FARMERS MARKET, Maple Farm Park, Bozrah, CT
APRIL 6, 2013
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. RAINDATE, APRIL 7, 2013 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Contact: lisa.sanders@lmsanders.com
DRAWING CLASS
Patricia Louise Corbett will be giving a 6-week drawing class starting Wednesday, April 10th at Maple & Main Gallery, One Maple Street, Chester 06412!
Ms. Corbett started drawing at a very young age and continued to develop her technique with well-known artist, Sherrie McGraw. Ms. Corbett�s artwork is on exhibit at Maple & Main Gallery, Chester, and can be viewed at the gallery or on its website: mapleandmaingallery.com
Wednesdays, 9:30am - noon, beginning April 10th; six weeks������ Cost: $95.
Supplies needed: sketch pad, small 4X6 sketch book, drawing pencils, soft eraser, charcoal and conte crayon.
For further information and to register, contact Instructor at: patricialcorbett@gmail.com
203-626-5044 (H) or 201-803-3766
Thursday , May 23rd, at the United Church of Christ, Southbury, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m
Colley Whisson Presentation at UCC Southbury CT
The public is invited to attend a presentation by Australian artist Colley Whisson, on Thursday , May 23rd, at the United Church of Christ, Southbury, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the UCC Social Hall. Mr. Whisson will talk about his colorful, light-filled artwork and his career as an established painter of "modern impressionism".
An internationally recognized artist born and raised in the northern regions of Brisbane, Australia, Mr. Whisson was guided in art by his father, artist Eric Whisson, and held his first solo exhibition at the age of 24. Since then he has held more than 25 solo exhibitions and published many magazine articles, books and DVD’s, some of which are available in the Southbury library. Mr. Whisson will be in Connecticut that week to teach a four-day painting workshop at UCC as he aims to share the knowledge he has learned over the years as a painter of landscapes, figures and interiors with like-minded artists around the world.
There is no cost to attend the Thursday evening talk, but a freewill donation will be gratefully accepted. For additional information, please contact Ellie Boyd at 203-264-2313 or the UCC office at 203-264-8807. The church is located at 283 Main Street North, Southbury, less than a mile north of Exit 15 off I-84.
Ellie Boyd Studio
(203) 233-0038 cell
NEW POND FARM PAINT AND PICNIC
JUNE 1-16, 2013
New Pond Farm is located on a spectacular 102 acre property featuring rolling pastures, a pond, marsh, streams, woodlands, wetlands, and a historic barn, as well as a herd of contented dairy cows, a flock of Romney sheep and assorted chickens.
New Pond Farm was founded in 1995 as a unique environmental education center by actress Carmen Mathews. She wanted to give back to the community, and teach people about nature and farm life. Today, the farm has many festivals, volunteering opportunities and classes.
Over 10,000 people, including about 5000 schoolchildren, visit New Pond Farm every year enjoying hands-on school field trips, environmental classes for children and families, and an annual adult lecture series. The farm hosts a residential camp for inner city and area children, offers Summer and Winter Shakespeare Programs, holds unique seasonal celebrations, and has an award-winning state-licensed dairy.
Dates: June 1-16, 2013. Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5 Contact: Kris Holm 203-938-2117 email krisholm@newpondfarm.org Visiting the Farm: All participants must register in advance of their first visit by simply calling the office 203-938-2117 or emailing krisholm@newpondfarm.org. Please pick up a visitor�s guide and entry form at Learning Center office upon arrival. The farm�s property is open to members only during the rest of the year. Artwork Guidelines: If you wish to exhibit your artwork: we will accept one piece, max. size 24�x24�, unframed, and Delivery of Artwork: June 1-16, 12-5. Pick-up of Artwork: Monday, June 17, 1-5. labeled on the back. Pick up an entry form at the Learning Center. We reserve the right to decline any artwork. Raffles: Participants who display artwork may enter. Winner will be announced on June 16th. Limit one entry per person. Insurance: Paint and Picnic artwork is not covered by insurance. Sales: If you wish to sell your artwork, please indicate price on label. New Pond Farm retains 30%. You might also consider donating your artwork to our silent auction--100% goes to benefit New Pond Farm Education Center and is tax deductible. Painting Demonstrations : TBA Please check our website for updates www.newpondfarm.org
New Pond Farm Education Center 101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT 06896 203-938-2117 www.newpondfarm.org Connecting people with the land that enriches and sustains us all. newpondfarm.org
Guide to Visiting New Pond Farm Education Center A few tips and requests to make your visit to New Pond Farm safe and enjoyable!
Please feel free to enjoy the farm daily between dawn and dusk. We ask that you sign the Guest Book that will be located on the wooden podium by the main entrance to our Learning Center.
Rest rooms and water fountains are located in the Learning Center, which is on the left as you pull into our Farm Road with the two signs. Doors should be open between 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Directions to the farm may be downloaded from our website: www.newpondfarm.org
Please beware of the electric fences and netting that crisscross the pastures and also surrounding our sheep. . Our dairy cows come up to the barnyard between 6:30 and 7 a.m. for morning milking, during the heat of the day they usually take refuge in the barn by the breeze of the large cow fans so they are difficult to see. The herd heads back out to pasture once the afternoon milking is done (around 4 p.m.) Please note that the cows will not be going out to pasture until the spring. We will have many calves in the spring-some will be in the upper paddock by the main barn and several of them will be in the first fenced-in pasture along the Farm Road.
Our flock of sheep will head out onto pasture in late April and rotates around Astronomy Hill and it is always easy to find.
Please do not go into the paddocks or fenced-in areas with the animals. Please do not feed the animals Please dispose of your trash in designated containers Sorry, no dogs are allowed
New Pond Farm has been given the Dairy Farm of Distinction Award by the Department of Agriculture! We are very honored and proud! If you would like to try out any of our farm fresh products please visit our Dairy Annex�it is a small room, attached to our main barn, right off the circular driveway between the barn and the white farmhouse. Prices for milk and yogurt are on the refrigerator door�we operate on the honor system�just put your cash or check into the can in the �fridge�. If find yourself longing for other types of refreshment while you are on the farm, West Redding Center is right around the corner. At our stop sign take a left onto Umpawaug Rd. another left onto Station Rd. go straight through the next stop sign and you will arrive at our tiny Center. The Station House Cafe will be on your right before you cross the tracks and across the tracks will be Lombardi�s Pizza and Deli.
If you have any questions, please contact Kris at krisholm@newpondfarm.org
We look forward to your visit!
New Pond Farm Education Center
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, 9am � 4pm, June 8-9
PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE PAINTING SIMPLIFIED - JERRY WEISS
Landscape painting on site can be a daunting pursuit even for experienced artists. This workshop offers suggestions to simplify its complexities. The choice of composition, use of a limited palette, and simplification of value and color shapes are among the principles that will be taught and demonstrated. An appreciation of these concepts will enrich the practice of painting outdoors. Recommended for intermediate to advanced painters.
Fees: $225 until June; $250 thereafter.
You may enroll with me via e-mail, or call me at 860-910-7090. Checks can be made payable to me at 30 South Wig Hill, Chester, CT 06412.
Materials list for Landscape Workshop:
Portable easel
Several canvases and/or panel surfaces
Turpenoid thinner
Paint cups
Paper towels
Bristle brushes # 2,4,6,8,10 (flats preferred)
Palette
Suggested colors: titanium white, cadmium yellow light, yellow ocher, cadmium red light, permanent green light, ultramarine blue
Suggested survival material: hat, water, sunscreen, repellent
JURIED PLEIN AIR EVENT
EASELS IN FREDERICK
JUNE 18-23, 2013
easelsinfrederick.org
Pass this along to all of your artist friends!
ART ABOUT TOWN - WESTPORT
Entry Deadline: Friday, March 22.
Event dates: Thursday, May 23 � Sunday, June 16
Location � Downtown Westport, CT
Sponsored by the Westport Downtown Merchants Association
ART ABOUT TOWN is a month-long art event providing artist exhibition opportunities in the windows of stores and restaurants throughout Westport's vibrant downtown shopping district.
Event jurors will consider any media, including sculpture, and all works must be available for purchase.
Shops and restaurants have graciously donated window and floor space for the entire month and will stay open late for an Opening Night Street Party on Thursday, May 23. Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic, creating a continuous gallery for strolling and viewing unique, original and undiscovered works of art; downtown Westport will be filled with art, music, entertainment, and refreshments.
Art will remain on display from May 22 � June 16.
Seeking original art for sale in various media. Juried.
Please visit the ART ABOUT TOWN website for submission instructions and show details. artabouttownwestport.com
