November 2019
In this presentation, Donna will demonstrate how to capture better quality photos of your artwork for posting on social media. She will begin by using a smartphone camera, using point-and-shoot cameras, using a tripod, and basic household lighting setups. She will also discuss when you need to consider using professional imaging services and the issues around accurate color printing using archival inks and paper.
Donna Caughlin departed her corporate career as a statistician and programmer to fulfill her role as a military spouse and mother of two young minions. Craving a creative outlet, she pursued her passion for photography. After spending years as a lifestyle photographer documenting her daughter’s elementary school years and creating video slideshows for teachers and parents, Donna began studying portrait photography, lighting, and retouching. To further enhance her skills in portrait retouching, she enrolled in the Oklahoma Academy of Classical Art (OACA) atelier program for two years to better understand the techniques of turning form on a two-dimensional space. Her studies propelled her abilities as a portrait retoucher. While attending OACA, she received multiple requests from local artists for artwork imaging services and giclée prints. Thriving on helping others, Donna began providing this service over two years ago, and she has enjoyed working with so many talented local artists. Thirty years ago, Donna began dating her husband, Travis, and after 25 years of marriage, they have two teenagers—Hannah and Casey, two dogs—Ryder and Joey, and now, Travis is retired from the Air Force after 32 years of service. Donna wears another hat as a homeschool educator. Being a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics, she pulls her hair out trying to drill math into her minions’ brains. https://www.donnacaughlin.com/about |
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October 2019
Behnaz Sohrabian
Painting the Portrait
Born and educated in Tehran, Iran, Behnaz Sohrabian discovered her love of art, freedom and creative expression as a small child, developed a passion for painting and began her professional art career at the age of 10.
Behnaz has earned a B.S. in Applied Chemistry, a B.A. in Painting and a Master of Arts in Art Studies. After completing her Master’s degree she immigrated to the United States in 2010 and became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2017.
“My aim is to paint simply. Apply easy brush stokes. Emphasize light and shadow and the dynamics between the subject and background. I choose varied subject matter to convey the concept of femininity with simplicity, natural beauty and inspiration. Women, our beloved animals, flowers and mother earth symbolize the essential power of creation in our world. They interact with an intentionally sensuous dance that expresses the process of fertility and reproduction, strength and compassion. My art explores the drama, texture and wonder of this creative process.”
– Behnaz Sohrabian
Behnaz has earned a B.S. in Applied Chemistry, a B.A. in Painting and a Master of Arts in Art Studies. After completing her Master’s degree she immigrated to the United States in 2010 and became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2017.
“My aim is to paint simply. Apply easy brush stokes. Emphasize light and shadow and the dynamics between the subject and background. I choose varied subject matter to convey the concept of femininity with simplicity, natural beauty and inspiration. Women, our beloved animals, flowers and mother earth symbolize the essential power of creation in our world. They interact with an intentionally sensuous dance that expresses the process of fertility and reproduction, strength and compassion. My art explores the drama, texture and wonder of this creative process.”
– Behnaz Sohrabian
September 2019
Jay Holobach
Gouache Rhymes with "Squash"
Artist Jay Holobach will demonstrate the Jay Holobach, an active OKC Urban Sketcher will be on hand to pique your interest in gouache, that wonderfully fickle water-based medium. Most agree that while gouache is essentially an opaque watercolor, the actual painting process can be similar to oil or acrylics.
For this demo, Jay will discuss and show:
https://jayholobach.com/
For this demo, Jay will discuss and show:
- Plein-air set-up-"How much should I Carry?"
- Gouache Techniques-"Go ahead and use your palette knife!"
https://jayholobach.com/
August 2019
Claire Holloway
Animal Portraiture
Claire will create a colored pencil and pen dog portrait. She will focus on getting an accurate, proportional drawing and will demonstrate how to create fur with pen and colored pencil. Her three main steps are (1) the initial pencil drawing, (2) inking the drawing, and (3) color. She works primarily in colored pencil and pen when creating pet portraits.
Learn more about Claire here:
http://clairehollowayart.wixsite.com/claires-art/gallery
Learn more about Claire here:
http://clairehollowayart.wixsite.com/claires-art/gallery
July 2019
David Holland
Painting Clouds
Artist David Hollands demonstrates his cloud painting process
"I capture the powerful beauty of clouds and storms on camera and translate their majesty onto canvas with brush and oil paint. Each painting is an intimate portrait that reveals the structural elements and unique character of each storm cloud. My visual representations of storms honor the physical process by which Earth’s life sustaining water is distributed around the globe."
~ David Holland
Visit David's website to view his work and learn more about him at
https://www.davidhollandartist.com/
"I capture the powerful beauty of clouds and storms on camera and translate their majesty onto canvas with brush and oil paint. Each painting is an intimate portrait that reveals the structural elements and unique character of each storm cloud. My visual representations of storms honor the physical process by which Earth’s life sustaining water is distributed around the globe."
~ David Holland
Visit David's website to view his work and learn more about him at
https://www.davidhollandartist.com/
