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A Resource for the Texas Chapter of the Portrait Society of America
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
News from Rail Station Studios and Gallery in Plano
Monday, May 6, 2013
Artist Spotlight: Lenore Prud'Homme
Lenore Prud'Homme of Houston, TX, is this month's Spotlight Artist. If you would like to be in the spotlight, please email your information to Anna at annarosebain@gmail.com
Artist Biography:
Lenore Prud'Homme is of French and Italian heritage, born in
Louisiana, but grew up in Odessa, Texas and claims Texas as her home. She
graduated from Permian High School and received a full scholarship in art to
the University of Texas in Austin, where she earned a Bachelors of Fine Arts
degree in sculpture and drawing. Lenore was the first student at The University
of Texas to cast in bronze. After
college, the well known sculptor , Charles Umlauf became her mentor, and in the summer of 1969
she was given one of Mr. Umlauf’s commissions for a bust of the Director of the
American Red Cross.
Lenore was hired by the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio as a medical illustrator from 1969 – 1973. Four years there exposed her to the inner workings of the human form as well as graphic and scientific illustrations.
After a 33 year marriage, 2 children and numerous philantrophic endeavors as a pioneer in The Woodlands, Texas in the early 80’s, Lenore found an old abandoned farmstead in Round Top, Texas and set about creating her 3 dimensional canvas called the Outpost @ Cedar Creek Inn. Here she fulfilled a hidden talent for restoration , design and hospitality.
Her efforts have been acknowledged in numerous publications and she has won several awards in the hospitality industry. Her inn was selected by the number 1 travel book, 1000 Places to See Before You Die. The inn has recently been purchased by Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic Couture, and Lenore has set up a studio in Houston, Texas to begin her commissioned portrait work and figurative painting.
2) What is your training, and what medium(s) / subject matter do you work in? I was fortunate to have had a full scholarship in art to The University of Texas in Austin. I wanted to get my degree in painting , but , alas, the department was too avant garde for me and I ended up majoring in sculpture and drawing, hence my love of the figure and portraits. I find myself, this late in life, having the time, now to devote to honing painting skills. My love is oil medium.
3) What do you express in your work? As my work evolves, I am constantly attempting to incorporate the elements that I admire in other artists' works and from study in selective workshops. I am beginning to realize that my portrait style is becoming fresh with a breath of air.
4) What artists/professionals have been your biggest influences? My greatest admiration is for Sargent and his ilk, who is everyone's paradigm it seems. I am in awe of the works of Schmid.
5) What do you do to gain new inspiration for your work? My inspiration , now that I have time to devote to my art, is drawing, drawing and more drawing. Workshops are my interest currently, to learn as much as I can from differing executioners. The model and figure are forever an inspiration.
6) What would you like to be doing with your art ten years from now? Hopefully, 10 years from now, my diligent effort will bring forth a portrait that is second nature to execute to where I can continue to explore possibilites. I hope to have commissions lined up, especially of children.
7) Do you set goals for yourself concerning the making of your art? My goals are to continue to draw and gain a reputation as a fine artist.
9) Any fun or interesting facts about yourself that you'd like to share? I weave my art into my daily life in many ways: decorating, designing anything, cooking, sewing and dressing.
10) Best piece of advice for other artists? Draw, draw, draw, work, work, work.
CONTACT THE ARTIST:
LENORE PRUD'HOMME
Phone: 713-899-9401
Email: lenoreprudhomme@gmail.com
Website: http://prudhommefineart.com/
Artist Biography:
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| Artist Lenore Prud'Homme |
Years of modeling and drawing the human form developed her
passion for figurative work and portraits.
Lenore was hired by the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio as a medical illustrator from 1969 – 1973. Four years there exposed her to the inner workings of the human form as well as graphic and scientific illustrations.
After a 33 year marriage, 2 children and numerous philantrophic endeavors as a pioneer in The Woodlands, Texas in the early 80’s, Lenore found an old abandoned farmstead in Round Top, Texas and set about creating her 3 dimensional canvas called the Outpost @ Cedar Creek Inn. Here she fulfilled a hidden talent for restoration , design and hospitality.
Her efforts have been acknowledged in numerous publications and she has won several awards in the hospitality industry. Her inn was selected by the number 1 travel book, 1000 Places to See Before You Die. The inn has recently been purchased by Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic Couture, and Lenore has set up a studio in Houston, Texas to begin her commissioned portrait work and figurative painting.
She has come full circle and is more passionate than ever
about her figure and portrait work.
Interview with Spotlight Artist for May, Lenore Prud'Homme:
1) When and how did you first became seriously interested in art? I started my love of art very early as a child doing paint by number kits of all things, on my bedroom floor. When I had an opportunity to take art classes in school, I was hooked and rather quickly gained a reputation.
2) What is your training, and what medium(s) / subject matter do you work in? I was fortunate to have had a full scholarship in art to The University of Texas in Austin. I wanted to get my degree in painting , but , alas, the department was too avant garde for me and I ended up majoring in sculpture and drawing, hence my love of the figure and portraits. I find myself, this late in life, having the time, now to devote to honing painting skills. My love is oil medium.
3) What do you express in your work? As my work evolves, I am constantly attempting to incorporate the elements that I admire in other artists' works and from study in selective workshops. I am beginning to realize that my portrait style is becoming fresh with a breath of air.
4) What artists/professionals have been your biggest influences? My greatest admiration is for Sargent and his ilk, who is everyone's paradigm it seems. I am in awe of the works of Schmid.
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| Gracelyn, by Lenore Prud'Homme |
6) What would you like to be doing with your art ten years from now? Hopefully, 10 years from now, my diligent effort will bring forth a portrait that is second nature to execute to where I can continue to explore possibilites. I hope to have commissions lined up, especially of children.
7) Do you set goals for yourself concerning the making of your art? My goals are to continue to draw and gain a reputation as a fine artist.
8) Are you happy with your job choice as an artist? Do you have any regrets in this career choice or things you would have done differently? I am realizing that professional artists are some of the happiest people I encounter. Those who are on the journey seem frustrated and must keep searching. I am in the early stage of art as a career, even this late in life, but I finally have the time to give it the attention it demands to reach my goals.
9) Any fun or interesting facts about yourself that you'd like to share? I weave my art into my daily life in many ways: decorating, designing anything, cooking, sewing and dressing.
10) Best piece of advice for other artists? Draw, draw, draw, work, work, work.
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| Mary Lou, by Lenore Prud'Homme |
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| Madelyn, by Lenore Prud'Homme |
CONTACT THE ARTIST:
LENORE PRUD'HOMME
Phone: 713-899-9401
Email: lenoreprudhomme@gmail.com
Website: http://prudhommefineart.com/
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Attention Artists: Upcoming Workshop Opportunity with Judith Carducci!
Judy Carducci Workshop - Combination of Portraiture/En Plein Air
Monday, June 24 - Friday, June 28, 2013
Monday, June 24 - Friday, June 28, 2013
The Woodlands Art League is excited to offer this extraordinary artist for a week of professional art instruction. Dates: Monday June 24 -- Friday June 28, 2013 This workshop will be open to all levels of Pastel Artists and Oil Artists. We will have 3 days of Portraiture instruction with live models and 2 days of Plein Air instruction.
We are offering three options as listed below:
Option 1: Full five days of instruction
$600.00 (Includes model fees)
Option 2: Three days of portraiture instruction
$400.00 (Includes model fees)
Option 3: Two days of plein air instruction
$200.00
This workshop is limited to the first 12 artists. Please email Beth Krantz at workshops@woodlandsartleague.org to sign up for this workshop. Be sure to specify which option in which you plan to participate. For more information go to www.woodlandsartleague.org
We are requesting a deposit of $200.00 be made by April 24, 2013. A deposit of $100.00 if you are taking option 3 only. Once you have received email confirmation of your registration please mail your deposit to:
Woodlands Art League
P.O. Box 7234
The Woodlands Texas 77387
Workshop needs to be paid in full by May 24, 2013
Listed in Who's Who in American Art, Judith Carducci has received international recognition as one of today's best portrait painters. Her work has been shown in such venues as The National Arts Club and the Salmagundi Club in New York City, the Cahoon Museum of American Art, and the Butler Institute of American Art. She has been featured in International Artist, Pastel Artist International, American Artist, The Pastel Journal, The Artist's Magazine, and the books, Best of Portrait Painting and Best of Pastel (North Light Books), "100 Ways to Paint People" (International Artist), and Portrait Highlights (American Artist). She is one of two Americans featured in the book Paint! Portrait and Figure by the Swiss publisher RotoVision, and her painting, "Xanadu," was selected as one of the "best of the best" by the former curator of the Smithsonian Institute's Renwick Gallery for the art book Beautiful Things (Guild). Her work is in collections in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Israel, Europe and South Africa. Her paintings have won Best of Show, Award of Excellence, First Place, Award of Merit, and purchase awards at international and national shows and competitions. She is a member of the Portrait Society of America (board & faculty), Pastel Society of America (signature member), Degas Pastel Society, American Artists Professional League, International Association of Pastel Societies, Cincinnati Art Club, Salmagundi Club, Akron Society of Artists and Hudson Society of Artists. She is also a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Artist Spotlight: D.K. Richardson
D.K. Richardson of Austin, TX, is this month's Spotlight Artist. If you would like to be in the spotlight, please email Anna at annarosebain@gmail.com to submit your information.
Exciting News from D.K. Richardson:
D.K.'s pastel painting “Evening Prayer” won Best of Show for in the 2013 Austin Pastel Society’s Annual Member’s Only Exhibition. It also just placed as a finalist in the 2013 ARC Salon.
Upcoming Demo:
D.K. Richardson will be doing a portrait demo for our next Meet-and-Greet on May 18, 2013 in Houston! Stay tuned for more details!
Upcoming Workshops:
Oil Portraits
1) When and how did you first became seriously interested in art? I was fortunate to have a school teacher tell my mom that I was able to draw and color beyond the level of my peers. Growing up, when asked what I wanted to be, my reply was always, “I am going to be a famous artist.” I’m not sure what made me say “famous”. I’m still working on that part! Art has always been the main focus of my attention.
2) What is your training, and what medium(s) / subject matter do you work in? I was a Fine Art major at Abilene Christian University and credit much of my early knowledge to Dr. Brent Green. I work primarily in pastel and oil.
3) What do you express in your work? My focus is on capturing the essence of a person’s spirit – that “something” beyond what we see and touch that makes each of us unique.
7) Do you set goals for yourself concerning the making of your art? I set goals, but they are more in the form of thoughts and role playing. I don’t always write them down.
8) Are you happy with your job choice as an artist? Do you have any regrets in this career choice or things you would have done differently? Nothing is more exciting to me than being an artist. The only regret I have is that I was not more confident in my earlier years. I wish I had been braver!
9) Any fun or interesting facts about yourself that you'd like to share? I studied filmmaking in NYC for four years. That time thinking about “painting with a camera”; movement; emotion, helped me develop how I think about my subjects and made my compositions stronger.
CONTACT THE ARTIST:
D.K. RICHARDSON
Cell: 830-928-3393
Email: debra.richardson
Website: www.dkrichardson-artist.com
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| Artist D.K. Richardson |
D.K.'s pastel painting “Evening Prayer” won Best of Show for in the 2013 Austin Pastel Society’s Annual Member’s Only Exhibition. It also just placed as a finalist in the 2013 ARC Salon.
Upcoming Demo:
D.K. Richardson will be doing a portrait demo for our next Meet-and-Greet on May 18, 2013 in Houston! Stay tuned for more details!
Upcoming Workshops:
Pastel Portraits
April 5th and 6th, 2013
Jerry’s Artarama, Austin, TX
$190 (Plus $30 for supplies)
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| "Evening Prayer" by D.K. Richardson |
June 13th – 15th, 2013
Breckinridge Fine Arts Center, Breckenridge, TX
$220 (Bring your own supplies – list will be
provided.)
Contact Debra at: 830-928-3393 or
debra.richardson
Interview with Spotlight Artist for March, D.K. Richardson:
provided.)
Contact Debra at: 830-928-3393 or
debra.richardson
1) When and how did you first became seriously interested in art? I was fortunate to have a school teacher tell my mom that I was able to draw and color beyond the level of my peers. Growing up, when asked what I wanted to be, my reply was always, “I am going to be a famous artist.” I’m not sure what made me say “famous”. I’m still working on that part! Art has always been the main focus of my attention.
2) What is your training, and what medium(s) / subject matter do you work in? I was a Fine Art major at Abilene Christian University and credit much of my early knowledge to Dr. Brent Green. I work primarily in pastel and oil.
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| "Ella" by D.K. Richardson |
4) What artists/professionals have been your biggest influences? As a child I studied with an artist, Mazie Sororus, who was native to and trained in Paris, France. Dr. Brent Green was the next major influence who helped mold my artistic vision in college. In the last few years, Daniel Greene has been the biggest influence. Others I watch and admire are Anthony Rider, David Gray, and Jacob Collins.
5) What do you do to gain new inspiration for your work? I am never without inspiration. Often an emotion or something I see triggers ideas. I am mostly concerned that I will never be able to paint all the ideas I have and that will come to me.
5) What do you do to gain new inspiration for your work? I am never without inspiration. Often an emotion or something I see triggers ideas. I am mostly concerned that I will never be able to paint all the ideas I have and that will come to me.
6) What would you like to be doing with your art ten years from now? I hope to have more international exposure for my work. In the next ten years I want to be teaching more workshops to encourage and help build confidence in other artists. The only thing that holds any of us back from being what we want and dream of is fear.
7) Do you set goals for yourself concerning the making of your art? I set goals, but they are more in the form of thoughts and role playing. I don’t always write them down.8) Are you happy with your job choice as an artist? Do you have any regrets in this career choice or things you would have done differently? Nothing is more exciting to me than being an artist. The only regret I have is that I was not more confident in my earlier years. I wish I had been braver!
9) Any fun or interesting facts about yourself that you'd like to share? I studied filmmaking in NYC for four years. That time thinking about “painting with a camera”; movement; emotion, helped me develop how I think about my subjects and made my compositions stronger.
10) Best piece of advice for other artists? Stop being afraid! You have nothing to lose and everything to gain!
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| "Sittin' on the Fence" by D.K. Richardson |
D.K. RICHARDSON
Cell: 830-928-3393
Email: debra.richardson
Website: www.dkrichardson-artist.com
Monday, January 14, 2013
Artist Spotlight: Ellen Rhodes Moore
Ellen Rhodes Moore of Dallas, Texas, is this month's Spotlight Artist. If you would like to be in the spotlight, please email Anna at annarosebain@gmail.com to submit your information.
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| Artist Ellen Rhodes Moore |
Interview with Spotlight Artist for January, Ellen Rhodes Moore:
1. How did you first became interested in art? I have been drawing and making art since I could hold a pencil. I used to get into my mother’s stationery, unlimited white paper...Yay! This was when I was very little and I got into lots of trouble for this! I majored in studio art in college but couldn't find a job doing art so I got into advertising.
2. Training? Mediums? Subject matter? I have a B.A. in art but that really hasn't helped me. I've taken classes with different artists my entire life and probably will continue to do this, to constantly try to improve my work. My first love is drawing; then I progressed to pastel and lastly to oils, which I find the most challenging and complex.
I love the human figure the most but will draw or paint anything that inspires me. I do representational work although that was TOTALLY not appreciated when I was in college.
3. What do you express in your art? I am an optimist and like to have pretty paintings
around me. I love colorful paintings just as I love color in my home. I used to worry
that my subject matter might seem trite, but now I think that my art is a reflection of
who I am. I am an earnest, sincere, loving person so I am fine with trite subject
matter......parents and children, ladies in gardens, all fine by me.
5. How do you gain inspiration? Looking at other artist’s work or magazines can inspire me. But really anything can be inspirational- a music video or a photograph in the paper can launch an idea.
6. Where would you like to be ten years from now? I’d like to be more disciplined about making time for my art. I’d love to share my work with others in a show or whatever, but my real challenge has been organizing my time to make time for my work.
7. Do you set goals for yourself? I need to set smaller goals because I do set goals every year but haven’t met them. Other than broad goals like selling my art to someone other than friends or family. I would like to be represented by someone but I'm not sure a gallery is really the right match. That might be too stressful.
8. Are you happy with your career choice as an artist? Would you have done anything differently? That is a hard question to answer. I wish I had gone to Art Center College of Design in
California for college, which is where I wanted to go but my parents wouldn't send me -- that or Parsons School of Design in New York. For my art, I would have loved that. But I love my life and wouldn't have the family or children I have today if I had taken a different path. So, in that sense, I have no regrets.
My choice as an artist? There was no choice. Loving art and seeing the world through artistic eyes is like breathing for me so there was never a choice.
My greatest good fortune has been that my husband supports my art and has supported me financially so I can make the art I love, even though it has not been financially rewarding.....it has been spiritually rewarding.
9. Any fun facts you'd like to share? The project that has been the most rewarding to me has been my recent “Fallen Soldiers Project”. I paint the portraits of fallen soldiers in the Iraq-Afghanistan war and give this painting to the family. I have met wonderful people and this has been a win-win situation for me. I get to paint portraits that are loved and appreciated and I get to thank God for my talent by paying it forward. And I get to honor the sacrifice a family has made for our country. Plus no one ever complains that “there is something wrong with the mouth”, as John Singer Sargent would say.
10. Do you have any advice for other artists? Find other artists to talk to about your struggles, goals and desires. We share common frustrations. If you keep a list of your goals, you may see over time that you have met some of them. I think it is human nature that we keep raising the bar on ourselves. Regarding my own art, I wish I had listened less to authority figures about what I “should do” and listened to my own voice more. Try not to compare yourself to others but compare yourself to your own work. Look for improvement in your own work over time to feel more satisfaction and less dissatisfaction.
Contact Information:
Ellen Rhodes Moore
Dallas, TX
http://www.ellenmooreart.com/
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Clayton Beck Workshop
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Saturday, December 29, 2012
Kay Polk Classes Starting in January
ATTENTION DFW PSOA MEMBERSHIP:
Renowned Dallas portrait painter, Kay Polk, is seeking several more students for her class starting in Portraiture on Jan 17th, 2013, in her home studio (classes are small and limited) from 10 - 2pm. Cost is $500 for 5 classes plus model fee.
For more information, email Kay at studio@kpolk.com, or call 214-234-0435.
Renowned Dallas portrait painter, Kay Polk, is seeking several more students for her class starting in Portraiture on Jan 17th, 2013, in her home studio (classes are small and limited) from 10 - 2pm. Cost is $500 for 5 classes plus model fee.
For more information, email Kay at studio@kpolk.com, or call 214-234-0435.
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