Joan Fullerton's Art Blog

August 2010 Workshop in Taos

joanfullerton — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:57:16 +0000

I recently returned from 11 transformative days in Italy and Switzerland, and as you might imagine, I am feeling even greater passion for making and teaching art. I am eager to share my ideas with you!

August 20th and 21st I will be teaching a mixed media workshop in my studio on the mesa outside of Taos, New Mexico. (If you want another day of instruction, Sunday the 22nd can be added later.) I will be providing all the art materials, and will prepare a salad lunch for you, on the portal facing Taos Mountain. The cost is $120 per day. (No previous art experience is necessary…you only need a desire for self-expression and an adventurous spirit.)

Call me at 575.770.3805 or email Joan@JoanFullerton.com This is a small class of only 6 students, and there are 3 enrolled at this time, so reserve your space soon!

Workin’ in the Studio!

joanfullerton — Fri, 28 May 2010 17:20:46 +0000

Here is the gallery wall of my studio, where I am busy painting. Several of these on the wall are unfinished. The unfinished work I put into frames, removing it as I make changes. The frames help me to see more of what the composition needs, but the procedure can be dangerous. (To keep the frames clean, I have to constantly wash my hands and watch for paint drips.) In addition to this collection, I have a lot more finished and unfinished work on the tables and floor of the studio. Needless to say I won’t run out of things to do!
I recently posted information about my mixed media “in-studio” workshops in my newsletter “Art Ventures”. If you didn’t get a copy let me know. The dates for the 1st class are: June 25th, 26th with an optional day on 27th, and for the second one: August 20th, 21st with an optional day 22nd. In Mid July I am teaching a traditional watercolor class for Taos Art Experiences those dates are: July 11th-16th. see: http://www.taosartexperiences.com/

It’s May….here I am!

joanfullerton — Tue, 04 May 2010 03:24:52 +0000

I’m trying on a new venue for my blog. It was suggested to me that word press is the best hosting site for blogs; so after finally getting comfortable on ‘Blog Spot’, I am learning a new system! Therefore I am giving myself a heap of credit for learning a different blogging system and for making a new post soon after my “end of April” one (on blog spot). But gosh, I’m feeling a bit like a slut, moving from one blog shop to another, but how do you know unless you sample? I am the same way with hairdressers…I establish a relationship with one, and then I leave them to try the next, new best salon.

May has me settling into my Taos studio, after being on the road to North Carolina and spending several weeks in Denver with family. I’ve not yet achieved any sort of order in my space, but I’m feeling mighty grateful for the familiar well-loved, paint covered, surroundings. After painting for over 10 hours yesterday, I completed only one composition, but did add significant “layering” to the 7 other works in progress. This morning I put plaster in areas of paintings which were too complex and too dark, and then drove into town to hear a social marketing download with my artist friend, Paula Jones.

The good news about the social media seminar is: I understood much of what they were saying whereas last year this time, I did not. The “less- good” news….well, I still have much to figure out.

However, because of the social networking teleconference I listened to last week, I set up a fan page and I am very pleased with the positive feedback. I am receiving great encouragement from my “fans” (that term really makes me feel popular) and have made contact with other artists who inspire me; I have even landed a teaching gig and a couple possible painting sales. Thanks to everyone!

The golden light on Taos Mountain has faded and I realize it is 9 pm…no wonder my eyes are weary. Tomorrow is another day…and another return to the studio.

I think I’ll wear my pink boots again! Be well…and stay in touch.

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joanfullerton — Tue, 04 May 2010 00:06:40 +0000

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