Another Progression Painting for the SAA Small treasures show

Somerset Art Assocation   has  an annual fundraiser   that   offer  small  original works of  art  at  an affordable  cost.  I have  two pieces    being offered  at  this fundrasier  which will last  throughout  the  month of November. the closing  reception  will be  December  5th,  snow  date   December  6th.   from  2pm-4pm  at the Somerset Art  Association located  in Bedminster  NJ,  www.somersetart.org

Here is   one of my    paintings  I have  offered.  It is   a  5 ” x 7″ Oil painting of    ”Up  Close and Personal”. I  have   documented  each  stage of this  painting  to  show the progression.  Enjoy!

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Small Treasures Silent Auction at Somerset Art Association

Somerset Art Assocation   has  an annual fundraiser   that   offer  small  original works of  art  at  an affordable  cost.  I have  two pieces    being offered  at  this fundrasier  which will last  throughout  the  month of November. the closing  reception  will be  December  5th,  snow  date   December  6th.   from  2pm-4pm  at the Somerset Art  Association located  in Bedminster  NJ,  www.somersetart.org

Here is   one of my    paintings  I have  offered.  It is   a  5 ” x 7″ Oil painting of    Black  Lab. I  have   documented  each  stage of this  painting  to  show the progression. I will  upload  the other painting after  it  is  full  dried. Enjoy!

NEW NEWS FOR FALL 2009

Hello!

With summer  coming to a close, and  fall  quickly approaching  I wanted to touch base  with  some  new  updates  and class information.

First, I would like  to  announce  my  acceptance as an associate member into The Society of Animal Artists. The Society of Animal Artists is an association of animal and wildlife painters and sculptors. Founded in 1960, the Society is devoted to promoting excellence in the portrayal of the creatures sharing our planet, and to the education of the public through its informative art seminars, lectures and teaching demonstrations. Some of the finest animal artists from the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Japan, and Australia are represented in the Society’s membership.

If you are  interested in  learning more about  this society,  please visit their  website.  http://www.societyofanimalartists.com

Also, If you  would like to view  any of their  exhibitions,  they  now offer  an ‘online’ gallery’  to view  all their  past and present  shows. http://www.societyofanimalartistsmuseum.com/Lobby.html

More news is that  I am  now  being represented  by “Natures Walk” Wildlife Gallery located in Bernardsville, NJ.  September 11th there will be a reception, and “Art Walk”  in the center of  Bernardsville including  other local galleries  such as  Studio 7, and  Wallflowers. Please feel free to stop  by from 6-9 pm. The following  night, September 12th is  also a big night in  Bernardsville.  Please   feel free to stop by   anytime from 5-10 pm as there will be  music,  and fun festivities, including galleries, shops and  much more.  I will be  painting  at  Nature’s Walk for  part of the  time, so feel free to  stop by and say hello and see the gallery.

Directions and  other information  about Natures Walk  is  on their  website - http://www.natureswalkwildlifeartgallery.com/

Please visit  my  website  for  a list of  my upcoming solo and  group/juried shows  for the fall. http://www.agillustration.com/

Additionally,  I will  be  raising  my  prices  for  artwork and commissions. My new prices  will  be posted  within the  next couple of weeks on my website.  If you  have been thinking about  getting a drawing or painting created,  and  would still like  to,  if you order before  September 11th,  I  will honor  my  current prices.

FALL CLASS INFORMATION

I am offering various classes at  two venues  for the  Fall season.

-Visual Art Center of NJ (Summit, NJ)   http://www.njcva.org/

-Somerset Art Association (Bedminster, NJ)    http://www.somersetart.org/

Adult Classes  offered  at Somerset Art Association -

Morning Oil Painting

Drawing Basics and Beyond*

Animal Portraiture*

Fundamentals of Drawing

Evening Oils Painting*

Animal/People Portraits

Color Theory (1 day workshop)*

*Evening classes are  also  suitable for teens.

Children’s Classes offered at Somerset Art Association –

Mini Masters

Sculpture Art

Art Time Machine

Easel Masterpieces

Adult Classes offered at Visual Art Center of NJ

Animal Portraiture

Children/Teen Classes offered at Visual Art Center of NJ

Mini Masters

Drawing Techniques

Painting Techniques

Portfolio Development

Drawing and Painting for Teens

Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting

You can register ONLINE  for classes  at the  Visual Art Center  of NJ

http://artcenternj.org/instructorclasses.php?id=88

For a  full list of   my classes with descriptions  please visit  my classes  page on my website.

http://www.agillustration.com/db_classes_page1.asp

The earlier  you register  the better  chance you   have  of  getting into the class. Please register  early.

Stay  updated with  news, classes,  artwork and much more  on my  Public Facebook page –

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Andrea-Gianchiglia-Animal-Portraiture/94409586362?ref=ts

If  you have any  questions about classes, prices,  or  any of  my upcoming shows,  feel free to email me!

New Facebook Page

Do you have a facebook account? If so,  feel free to add my public page featuring my animal portraiture! My public page features  updated drawings,  classes and news. Dont have a  facebook account? Its  easy,  and free to set one up! Its  a great way to stay in touch with  friends, schoolmates,  and  share  related interests  with others.

CLICK  HERE TO   GO TO MY PUBLIC PAGE-
ANDREA GIANCHIGLIA – ANIMAL PORTRAITURE

Looking to build your own art website?

A friend of mine,  who I  have  graduated  with  from  the Hartford Art School not only  freelances in illustration,  and is  fantastic artist,  but also  is a graphic designer/ web page builder.  She is available  to create  a basic artists  website for any  artist  in need.  Feel free to  visit her  site, www.ericaleever.com for   examples of  her  artwork,  and webpage portfolio. *She  designed her  site  as well. Email her via her contact page on her site for  price quotes and  more info!

Reminder about Summer Classes!

REGISTER NOW FOR  SUMMER CLASSES  AT SOMERSET ART ASSOCIATION!

Summer classes  at Somerset Art association  are to start the first week in June. Classes will run  for  four weeks.  Please  check out the   full list of  classes  in oils, drawing,  animal portraiture, color theory and more  on my classes page  , or on my website,  www.agillustration.com  

July and August  oil painting and drawing classes will also  be held throughout the  summer  in the evenings.  Information  is  also   on either  my classes  page or my  website. All styles and levels  are  welcome.

Classes  don’t  fit into your schedule?  Feel free to contact me about group or private lessons.  Andrea@agillustration.com

A few new things….

So this past week has been very hectic for me. Not only did I have to take down two shows, but I had to hang one, and help hang a group show. today I also helped out Second Chance Animal Rescue at a dog walk as a vendor. Unfortunately it was soo rainy, so there wasnt too high of an attendance. Hopefully next year it wont rain! I also found out i was awarded honorable mention in the online competition untitled” Bigger is better” for one of my fairy pieces, and also sold two of my animals portraits at a reception on Saturday. On to the next week!

Vote for some animal art!

Hey all- Just thought I would spread the word about an online show  where you can vote  for your favorite  art!  Please feel free to   check it out!
Thanks!

http://www.guestsgallery.com/vote/view.php?uid=24

Society of Animal Artists

So I am oficialy an associate  memeber  of  the Society fo Animal Artists based in NYC.  I  have always  wanted to  apply  for  this  group.  YOu  have to submit  images/bio and all that  fun stuff and   wait   till  one of the   two  tiems a year they   jury prospective  applicants. Luckily  I was accepted on my first  try, so  that email definitely made  my day!

Awarded Community Favorite Award

I was  also awarded the community favorite award for the  third  year in a row  at the  Bernardsville Library Juried Art Show. Members  of the community  vote on their favorite piece in the  show.  *note -there is a  fourth horse head  underneath the  ribbon!

Kathy Palmer and I in front of my painting, "A glimpse of the Stable"