Featured Artist:
Terry Ludwig, Denver
Chief Colorologist, Teacher, and Maker of
Pastels Extraordinaire

UPCOMING 2010 OPS PROGRAMS

MIKE WIMMER
September 13, 2010

  

 

"Cold Stream" by Terry Ludwig

Terry Ludwig has exhibited in many juried exhibitions and national galleries, and his work hangs
in many personal collections. He’s best known for his own line of high-quality soft pastels, which are used and sold around the world. Terry teaches extensively in the United States on subject matters such as color theory, landscape, figurative, portraiture and still life. Terry’s approach to workshops is lively and fun-filled. He’s a master of the basics and advanced topics; and he easily shares his expertise with a sense of humor and solid foundational skills. Students enjoy learning his techniques in a laid-back and supportive
environment. “I like to capture a spirit in my art, whether it is a personality, a feeling inspired by nature or even a humorous experience. It’s true of the way I relate to people too. I am spirited and enjoy each person’s unique nature.” -- Terry

IAPS 2010 WEB SHOW:

The deadline for the IAPS 2010 Web Show is fast approaching! Entries must be received by the show coordinator no later than September 15, 2010.

An Original Masterful Painting Could Grace the Walls of Your Home, Office or Studio!

Five prize-winning artists have donated five masterful paintings to the PSA painting raffle to be held during the annual Pastels Only internationally open juried show. If you imagine owning an original pastel painting by one of your favorite artists, your pipe dream could become a reality if you are fortunate enough to buy the winning ticket in the Pastel Society of America’s (PSA) annual painting raffle drawing. This year's artists who have contributed paintings are: Doug Dawson , Elizabeth Mowry , Sangita Phadke , Frederick Somers ,and Sally Strand. Three of the five artists are PSA Master Pastelists and in the PSA Hall of Fame – all five are PSA signature members. Images of the paintings can be viewed on the PSA website . The cost of one ticket is $5; a book of six tickets goes for $25. Raffle tickets are available by contacting the PSA office at (212) 533-6931 or emailing. For more information, click here and here.

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RECENT OPS WORKSHOP IMAGES:



Jerry Brown did another amazing workshop for OPS on "CLOUDS" June 1, 2010. Be sure to check out his new website and see images from his past workshops here.

Mitsuno Reedy portrait workshop March 6-7, 2009 - see images here.

Becky Way workshop February 21-22, 2009 - see images here.

Clive Tyler workshops May, 2009 at the blackberry farm north of Edmond - see images here.

Terry Ludwig August 15, 16 and 17th, 2008 . Click here for a few of the images created during the workshop.

 




6:30 p.m. Will Rogers Garden Center
3400 N.W. 36th Street - OKC (Map)

If you missed the opportunity to hear and see Mike Wimmer demo for Oklahoma Art Guild, mark your calendar for the 13th of September to come and see his work and be inspired as he kicks off the year for OPS. Mike is well known for his many portraits and historical paintings that hang publicly throughout Oklahoma and the country. He is meticulous in making sure his subjects are accurate and researches locales as well as dress prior to starting his work. He is equally well known for his many book covers and illustrations as well as projects for corporations as diversified as Disney and Proctor & Gamble. He was chosen to design the Christmas ornament for Oklahoma for the White House Christmas tree. He has a BFA from OU and recently received his MFA in illustration from University of Hartford School of Fine Arts. Check his website to learn more about him and his work and don’t miss the meeting September 13, 6:30 PM.

MORE 2010 PROGRAMS

DEBBY KASPARI - October 11, 2010

(Note: Debby will be teaching a two-day plein air drawing workshop at Martin Nature Park, organized by City Arts, rthe weekend of October 8-9, and runs from 9am to 4pm with an hour for lunch (bag lunch suggested).
For more info, contact Debby.

"Happy Birthday, Janie and Donna!"

We had an unexpected, wonderful opportunity to spend a day with Lorenzo Chavez Monday, May 17, 2010. He taught a plein air landscape workshop in Oklahoma City for Oklahoma Pastel Society and it was a wonderful day, which ended in a delightful demo at the OPS meeting that evening. Lorenzo is a signature member of Pastel Society of America and teaches regularly around the country. He has been featured in Pastel Journal, Southwest Art, American Artist as well as being a judge for landscapes for the Pastel Journal's 100 Best of Pastel. Please check his website for samples of his work and more of his well deserved honors. To see photos from his demo, click here.

IAPS has two new features on their web site. First is a comprehensive listing of all member societies national juried exhibitions. When you’re looking for shows to enter in the next year, check their website for the listings and prospectus. Secondly, they are now featuring individual pages for Master Circle artists. By clicking on the individual artists name on the main master circle page, you can access their individual page. This feature is currently being updated so not all the artists have links set up. Ron Chapman, an OPS member, is one of the select master circle members.

FOR MORE SHOWS AND WORKSHOPS, CHECK OUR CALENDAR PAGE.

Recent OPS Demos:
Lorenzo Chavez's May 17, 2010 demo
Mitsuno Reedy's March 2010 demo
Leslie Lienau's January 2010 demo
Jude Tolar's November 2009 demo
Mitsuno Reedy's October 2009 demo
Debby Kaspari 's May 2009 demo
Ted Majka's April 2009 demo
Mitsuno Reedy's March 2009 demo
Dale Martin's February 2009 demo

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