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Time to let you all know what I've been up to this year and to inform
you of upcoming opportunities.
I've just won second place in this show!
11th annual Best of Plein Air, Laguna Beach, CA
June 6 to the 21st. Reception: Saturday, June 6, 6 - 9 p.m.
Laguna Plein Air Painters Association holds an annual exhibition and
sale, Best of Plein Air. This is the first time I've entered and am
happy to say a painting done at Lover's Point in Pacific Grove was
accepted. Held at LPAPA's new home, Forest and Ocean Gallery. lpapa.org
29th annual Pastels USA, Stockton, CA
July 2 to September 13. Reception: August 15, 1:30 p.m.
I have two paintings being framed right now to go to the Pastel Society
of the West Coast Annual International Open Show, at the Haggin Museum
in Stockton, CA. Always a spectacular show demonstrating how rich and
varied a medium this is. For the first time entries were divided between
plein air and studio. I'm delighted and honored to say I've had a
painting accepted in each category. pswc.ws
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9th Annual Borrego Springs Plein Air Invitational
Put on by the Borrego Art Institute as a fundraiser, this was a fun
event. Great artists and spectacular vistas to paint! Ringed by high
desert mountains, the valley was alive with wildflowers, jackrabbits and
coyotes, and the air sweet with the scent of citrus blossoms. The first
morning I awoke to new snow on many of the surrounding mountains. I was
honored to receive a nice award for one of my pastels.
I Hear Coyotes 9 X 12 pastel
I Hear Coyotes 9 X 12 pastel
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4th Annual Plein Air Convention and Expo
Mid April meant a road trip down the coast to Monterey, Carmel, and Big
Sur . The extremely well-run event was something like a three-ring
circus: so much going on from early morning to well into the evening
each day, it was a challenge to decide what to attend. There were
incredibly informative demos, lectures and presentations, and vendors
showing all the latest in art materials. Since I gave a presentation
last year, this year I was a field instructor, giving demos at each
afternoon's paint out, and assisting attendees with their efforts.
Imagine the coast lined with hundreds and hundreds of artists at work
(and play!) Next year's convention will be outside Tucson, AZ and I
understand it's already over half full. I highly recommend it for all
levels of painters.
Carmel Wetlands 10 X 15 pastel
Carmel Wetlands 10 X 15 pastel
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Kern County Plein Air
After just a few days home, I was off on another road trip to
participate in this inaugural fundraiser for the Arts Council of Kern,
based in Bakersfield. I've driven through the region for years, and was
delighted this time to spend several days painting the extremely varied
topography and vistas. Highlights were painting on Tejon Ranch property
as well as at Wind Wolves Nature Preserve. Isn't that an evocative name?
Generous hosts (we stayed in homes), excited collectors, excellent
organizers and volunteers.
Peacocks and Bullfrogs 11 X 24 pastel
Peacocks and Bullfrogs 11 X 24 pastel
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Kelham Vineyards, St. Helena, CA
I'm still having a wonderful time doing large oil paintings in the
studio. Most of these have been going to my gallery at the picturesque
Kelham Vineyards south of St. Helena in the Napa Valley. I'm overjoyed
that they are finding new homes at a rapid pace. If you're in the area,
call and make an appointment to taste some delicious wines and see a
large collection of my vineyard oils and pastels. kelhamvineyards.com
Napa Gold 44 X 30 oil on panel
Napa Gold 44 X 30 oil on panel
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*Plein Air One Day Workshops* $100
I've started offering one day outdoor workshops on my country property
near Cotati, CA. Quick and intense, I cover all aspects of plein air
painting. From intimate garden scenes to long vistas, there is much to
paint. Even gargoyles!
The first, June 18th, is almost full. There's still room in the July 16
session. Look at my website for future dates.
I also plan to have one-day intensive workshops indoors working from
photos.
My demos will all be in pastels, though other mediums welcome outdoors.
Visit my website: cgmitchell.com
*Sierra Plein Air Workshop October 1 through 4* $425
I'm most excited to announce an outdoor painting workshop in the
beautiful Hope Valley south of Lake Tahoe in the Sierras. Spectacular
scenery, fall color. Daily demos, plenty of at easel assistance. Again,
demos in pastels, other mediums welcome. Some outdoor painting
experience a must.
Sponsored by artist Thaleia Georgiades: thaleia.com
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