Monthly Archives: June 2016

Aug 6 2016 Meeting and Demo

Aug 6 2016 Meeting and Demo

Jeanne Clohisy will be giving a demonstration at the Saturday, August 6 meeting.
Starting at 10 a.m. The public is welcome.
Jeanne Clohisy Watercolor
Jeanne Clohisy was raised in Wisconsin and lives in Northern Illinois. With her camera and easel in tow, she frequently explores the wilderness of Northern Wisconsin and beyond. Jeanne has studied oil, pastel and watercolor with many regional and national masters.

“I’ve always been drawn to the wide open spaces of rural and wilderness landscapes. Whenever I’m hiking, biking or even kayaking, I’m always observing, photographing and gathering inspiration for the next painting. Then I’ll go back on location to paint “en plein air” or work in the studio using a sketch or photo. I try to use a direct approach to finish the painting while the paint is still wet. I consider the painting a success if I can capture a loose impression of what I see and keep my brushstrokes fresh and spontaneous.”

Jeanne participates in regional plein air events and is a member of the American Impressionist Society, Oil Painters of America and the Transparent Watercolor Society of America.

June Demo and Meeting

June Demo and Meeting

NashPhoto1A BIG thank-you to Catherine Nash for a fun “high-flying” demonstration at our June meeting. Cathy painted from real life bird nests, and the results were fantastic. Using only a large brush, a regular drinking straw for blowing and manipulating the colors, and a limited palette, Cathy created a beautiful watercolor that was admired by everyone.