MEETINGS
Board Meeting May 1st 2024 at 4:30 Denney's on Shaw & wILLOW
Some of the members attending the February 2023 meeting.
PROGRAM
The program at each meeting consists either of:
an art demonstration by a well-known artist
a paint-along or other art activity
a figure drawing with a live model
an evening of critiques of the members' art work
WHAT IS THE PICK OF THE MONTH & pICK OF THE YEAR?
Pick of the Month is an informal contest at each general meeting for our members to bring examples of their artwork to be displayed in a peer gallery and voted on during the mid-meeting coffee break that includes light refreshments. Winners are announced toward the end of the meeting and certificates awarded. We'd like to see what you've been working on (work done in class is ok). art should be finished and in a ready-to-hang condition (framed unless its gallery wrap). we need at least 7 entries to award 3 places, so please participate! at the end of the year first-place winners will compete for pick of the year.
At the last meeting of the year all the Pick of the Month first place winners are presented and the members vote on their favorite work for the year.
First Place: Susan Patterson "Mystery Truck" WC
Second Place: Jeanne Naito
"Almond Blossoms" Pastel
Third Place: Brad Davis
"Cobblers Coming" WC
FEATURED ARTIST
WHAT IS THE FEATURED ARTIST?
Featured artist is a way for our members to get to know each other by showing everyone their work in the safe environment of a general meeting. Even if you are just a beginning artist, please consider becoming a featured artist. If you have questions, please contact, Carole Anderson for more information.May 2024 Featured Artist
Jim Morris
For the first two thirds of my life, I worked in manufacturing as an engineer. I was an enthusiastic amateur photographer which evolved into a side hustle as a commercial, architectural and product photographer. I was able to travel the world doing stock photography for agencies in San Diego, Denver and New York. Photography taught me composition and storytelling.
My painting journey started in Tucson AZ where I began taking drawing classes. From there I progressed on to acrylic painting. Then I discovered Oil Paint, the queen of mediums, the medium I love. Tucson has a vibrant art community. I was able to participate in two art guilds (SaddleBrooke Fine Art Guild and Southern Arizona Art Guild) where I became established participating in many shows and popups as well as salons at the University of Arizona. I was represented by two galleries in town. Making art slowly became a job rather than a passion.
When I moved to Fresno two years ago, I vowed to only paint for myself so now I paint what I want, when I want, how I want. I give most of my paintings away. Now and then I sell a painting but only if it takes little or no effort on my part.
I am just a Sunday painter and hope to stay that way.
May 2024
DEMONSTRATOR
Diane Breuer
Diane Sauble Breuer was born in Los Angeles, CA. She has lived and studied art in Brazil, India, and United States. Studies included private teachers, the University of Art in Madras and the University of Art in Calcutta, Batik study at the artist’s colony, Cholamandal, outside of Madras, India as well as attending Fresno State.
Diane loves pastel but also paints in oils, acrylics, watercolor, pen and ink, and clay. She has won numerous awards including Best of Show, People’s Choice, and Pastel Society of the West Coast, many first, second, thirds and honorable mentions. Her art is in private collections across United States, Ireland, and India. She has been in the Civil War Camera, an online magazine/website for Civil War reenacting photographers where her art on the Civil War was featured. Diane’s artwork was also used on the cover of the book titled “Alley cat at the Mercy of the Gods”.
Diane is a signature member of PSWC, ACA, and SWA. She served on the SWA and ACA board as publicity chair, newsletter chair, web master, vice president, and president. She is on the PSWC board and is their web master.
Diane owned the Fresno Art Hub, a fine art gallery and studio, where over 30 artists had their work on display. She taught classes for adults and children, had workshops by prestigious, award-winning artists from around the world and hosted events for the Art of Life, Aquarius Aquarium, and the Jr League of Fresno. She hosted the Alliance of California Artists at her gallery where they held their monthly board and general meetings as well as art shows and workshops. Now retired from the gallery, she gives demonstrations and workshops. She works from her studio located on her property in Fresno County.
You may see Diane’s artwork at www.dianebreuer.com