ART! PAPSE Show opens TONIGHT at three Charleston galleries 6-8PM!

On November 8, 2013November 8, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART2 Comments

Plein Air Painters of the Southeast (PAPSE) is a great group of artists that paint “plein air” (painting outdoors). Their work is nothing short of amazing. They have to be quick to catch the light, but each is so talented in their own way. If you are in the Charleston, SC area, you are in for a treat. The Wet Paint Exhibit & Reception Opens – November 8 (TONIGHT!), 2013 from 6 pm – 8 pm at 3 Galleries in Charleston, SC – Can you imagine? Nearly 30 artists paint their hearts out for days in a row in Charleston, then tonight the show appears in three separate galleries… Coco Vivo Fine Art, Edward Dare Gallery and Galerie on Broad – you must check it out! Take a peak at the list of artists in each gallery. I am looking so forward to this!

The exhibit runs through November 16, 2013 – so catch it if you can!

Images via Plein Air Painters of the Southeast Facebook

Just a few examples…

Chillin by Larry Moore — *Chillin* by Larry Moore

Shem Creek Shrimpers by Katie Dobson Cundiff — *Shem Creek Shrimpers* by Katie Dobson Cundiff

Bowens Island Morning by Richard Oversmith — *Bowens Island Morning* by Richard Oversmith

Prices Alley by Bill Farnsworth — *Prices Alle*y by Bill Farnsworth

Marsh Gold by Stuart Roper — *Marsh Gold* by Stuart Roper

Angel Mystery by Scott Boyle — *Angel Mystery* by Scott Boyle

Painting of Old Red Grocery in Rockville by Shannon Smith Hughes – Image Shannon’s FB

The Old Fisherman by Dee Beard Dean — *The Old Fisherman* by Dee Beard Dean

Hope to see you there – catch you back here tomorrow!

Featured Artist… Diane May!

On February 11, 2013December 8, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Featured Artist2 Comments

“Point the Way” by Diane C. May – Image

Diane May is an artist from Tennessee who is part of PAPSE (Plein Air Painters of the Southeast). I urge you to check out Diane’s website… take a look at her paintings. Wonderful, fresh and a wide variety. I really love her style! It wasn’t easy to choose only one! Also check out the JOURNAL tab! It shows which plein air events she’s participating in as well as workshops she is giving. I wish her studio was here in Charleston! I would take the Growth Edge Class that begins in the spring! It sounds wonderful! So if you’re in the Nashville, TN area, you might want to check it out!

Here’s a blip about Diane from her website, click HERE to read more:

Diane May is a representational artist with a contemporary expressionist sensibility. “My paintings celebrate what I find good and right in the world.” Her work explores light and color in the landscape as well as in the constructed reality of the still life. She paints on location and from life whenever possible. When creating larger works in the studio, she references her ‘plein air’ paintings and outdoor sketches in order to maintain an authentic reaction to her original inspiration.

Catch you back here tomorrow!

Featured Artist… Paula Frizbe!

On January 28, 2013December 8, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Featured ArtistLeave a comment

“At the Lake House” by Paula Frizbe

Paula has such a great style. I especially like this painting, called “At the Lake House” – what a dream, eh? Oh, the color of the water, the lake house, and that TREE with it’s quirky whimsical branches. This is a wonderful painting!

Paula has many more, be sure to stop by her website if you get a chance! I see that Paula is a member of Plein Air Painters of the Southeast. They also have a great Facebook page if you’re interested!

Here’s a blip about Paula from the Leiper’s Creek Gallery, located in Franklin, TN:

Paula Frizbe has been a professional oil painter for over a decade. Her career in the arts spans almost 30 years. Her professional career has afforded her painting opportunities throughout the United States and in many foreign countries. She is a signature member of The Cumberland Society of Painters, Alla Prima International and Plein-Air Painter’s of the Southeast. Her work is owned by numerous private and corporate collectors. She is currently represented by several galleries in five states in the south and southeast.
“To me, the whole idea of painting is to respond to and then convey to others my view of the world around me. I find no pleasure in reinventing the world, nor seek a self-fulfilling inward gaze. My joy comes from the pure thrill of adventure.
The world is infinitely complex. The continual hunt for and then surprise finding of her mysteries is my sole motivation.”
Paula Frizbe — Artist statement

Catch you back here tomorrow!