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The Lure of Nature: Studies in Watercolor – Popovich One-Man Show

7/16/2020

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Please join Dale for his One-Man Show at
McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park, IL


August 3 - September 4
Pre-Reception: August 7, 4 pm CST, broadcast on
Facebook Live 

Reception: August 7, 6 pm CST 
Dale will be sharing his passion for capturing the raw beauty of the American landscape with the fluid stroke of a brush. In this exhibition, he will share with the viewer his love of nature and watercolors. The viewer will get a glimpse into his thinking process with loose and fluid studies of his work.

Studies are the preliminary process an artist goes through before creating final studio paintings. This practice quickly gets the artist's vision down on paper using as few brushstrokes as possible. Dale efficiently filtering out the visual “noise” around him to focus on a subject’s essentials. His paintings reflect a certain purity of perception, and this “way of seeing” is the hallmark of his paintings. ​
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CLICK ON image above to download the catalog page from the show
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Here I am with Rene Leyva, Executive Director at McCord Gallery
If you can't make the show...

...you can still see
my exhibition on
Facebook Live

We are happy to announce that before the reception we will give a sneak peek of the show. Dale will walk you through the gallery sharing his inspiration and thoughts regarding each study. If you live too far or are concerned regarding COVID-19 you can still be part of his event.

​Mark  your calendar for August 7, 4 pm, 
broadcast on Facebook Live.
​ Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this event. ​
CLICK HERE ON 8/7/20 AT 4:00 PM CST
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McCord Gallery & Cultural Center
9602 W. Creek Road

Palos Park, IL 60464
708.671.0648
www.mccordgallery.org
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Watercolor Escape Saturday #4

4/21/2020

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NOTE: THIS VIDEO WAS FIRST BROADCASTED ON MY FACEBOOK PAGE. BECAUSE OF THE INTERNET AND BAND USAGE THE IMAGE GETS BLURRY.  SORRY.

I had my fourth Watercolor Escape Saturday last weekend on April 11th.  If you are new to this my wife, Marilee and I are committed to broadcasting a Facebook Live every Saturday at noon CST till our lives kinda get back to some type of normal. We want to offer an escape even for an hour or two. 

Reference
​In this week's blog post I have included the video now on YouTube (edited as a paint-along) and my demo notes. Here's what you will find: 
  • Photo reference
  • The pencil drawing on watercolor paper
  • Supplies
  • Three steps as a paint-along 
  • I added a bonus to the YouTube video – I took a little less than an hour and added more details to create a studio finished painting.
I am asking a favor would you please like my Facebook page and subscribe to my YouTube channel. Thank you.
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Materials
​This Facebook Live demo I used the following mostly Qor watercolor paints:
  • Sap green
  • Ultramarine blue
  • Cobalt violet
  • Manganese blue
  • Raw sepia
  • Burnt  sienna 

  • Watercolor Paper: 300 lb Indigo
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​To learn more about my brushes and tried and true supplies head over to my Supply List & Library page. Click on the Supply List above for my personal  printable list. ​
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The Video
​We have edited and added more information to the Facebook Live video. 
Click on the button and head over to my YouTube page. Don't forget to subscribe to my page. and leave a comment.
YouTube Paint-Along Video
The Painting
A few weeks back one of my online watchers asked if I would do some rocks. So I thought I would paint rocks with a waterfall showing them how to recompose a photo and leave out the unimportant and how one could be left with the essentials of the photo.

My main goal of this painting was not only the rocks but how to handle the water flowing over and around them. How layering the watercolor and the colors themselves could be applied to have the illusion of the water flowing over the rocks and moving down the falls.

In finishing the waterfalls I used a razor blade to create the spatter of water and get a better feeling for the overall movement of the water. 

I spent a little bit more time back in the studio after the Facebook Live broadcast. I added some key values and colors to push the water out towards the viewer. I also took the liberty of adding gouache with color added to give a little bit more volume and dimension.
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The Location
Yondota Falls in the UP of Michigan. MAP.

The falls are located deep in the forest of Marenisco Township, MI, and are part of the Presque Isle River. Yondota Falls is a short walk from Copps Mine Road at the bridge over the Presque Isle River. The dynamics of the water flowing are ever-changing almost like a fine bottle of wine from year to year. No two years are alike.

​We have been hiking there for nearly 13 years during all four seasons. During that time the water is stained with tannic acid from the tamarack trees giving the water a weak coffee color. Yandota Falls is a series of falls, so be sure you walk far enough to see them all. The trail is not long but does drop in elevation along the river, so the uphill return hike may make this a moderately difficult trail.
  • Trail Walking Time:  15 min.
  • No fee
  • No restroom

I have supplied additional websites below with more information I depend on and great photos to help you plan your trip look below. 

https://www.uptravel.com/attractions-2/waterfalls-of-the-u-p/

https://www.fishweb.com/maps/gogebic/waterfalls/yondota/index.html

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​In My Library
​Here's this week's pick, Light and Mood in Watercolour by David Curtis. I also own his oil painting book which is full of great information.

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The fluidity and versatility of watercolor makes it uniquely suited to capturing subtle variances of light and color. Internationally renowned watercolor artist David Curtis' comprehensive handbook offers expert guidance on harnessing the power of this medium to produce striking landscapes, portraits, and scenes. Curtis shares his methods for painting on location and in the studio, with sections devoted to selecting materials, developing ideas, choosing subjects and colors, and interpreting light effects. A generous selection of sketches, studies, and finished paintings accompany in-depth instructions for each technique, along with invaluable bits of practical wisdom garnered from years of experience.
In Conclusion
That's it for now. I hope we will see you next Saturday at noon CST on my Facebook page for another Watercolor Escape Saturdays. 

Remember to leave a comment below, tell me what you think and what you would like to see in the future.
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Wash your hands and your brushes,
​Dale
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Note About Copyright
During this last broadcast of Watercolor Escape Saturdays, I was asked about copyright of these paint-alongs. You have permission to use and paint these reference materials. But you don't have permission to use it as a teaching tool to instruct others. In addition, your finished painting cannot be used in an art competition or show. This is solely used as a learning tool.​

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Watercolor Escape Saturdays #2

4/2/2020

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Well, I had my second Watercolor Escape Saturday last weekend on March 28th.  If you are new to this my wife, Marilee and I  are committed to broadcasting a Facebook Live every Saturday at noon EST till our lives kinda get back to some type of normal. We want to offer an escape even for an hour or two. 

In this week's blog post I have included the video now on YouTube (edited as a paint-along) and my demo notes. Here's what you will find: 
  • Photo reference
  • The pencil drawing on watercolor paper
  • Supplies
  • Three steps as a paint-along 
  • Additional painting examples
I am asking a favor would you please like my Facebook page and subscribe to my YouTube channel. Thank you.
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Click Here: Photo & Pencil
Materials
​This Facebook Live demo I used the following watercolor paints:
  • Brown Madder
  • Sap Green
  • Cobalt Blue
  • Naples Yellow
  • Mars Orange Deep
  • Cadmium Yellow Deep
Watercolor Paper:
  • 300 lb Indigo

​To learn more about my brushes and tried and true supplies head over to Supply List & Library page. And here's a link to my personal supply list. 

The Video
​We have edited and added more visuals to the Facebook Live video. 
​ Click on the button and head over to my YouTube page. Don't forget to subscribe to my page.
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Full Supply List Click Here
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You Tube Paint-Along Video
Gallery of Work
​Highlighted in Video
Below are several demos I did playing with composition and value studies before the final painting titled Walking in My Father's Footsteps. I also share additional paintings in the video. Click on the painting to see a larger version.
Gift
​Every year I paint a special birthday card for Marilee. I remember once a long time ago we went to the Terra Museum to John Singer Sargent watercolor show. Sargent would paint special gifts for his sister with tender words and well wishes. They were touching and moved both of us.  

This painting is of one of our favorite walks in spring up not far from our cabin. The silver light and tender greens you only see during this time of year.
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Marilee's 2020 birthday card. It's a tradition.
This study was painted on handmade paper containing seeds, leaves, and stems. The paper had very little sizing so planning my brushstrokes were essential. Could not rework once the paint was laid down.
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​Final studio painting
I promised myself I would experiment with new color combinations during this down time. Here is an example a new color combination palette. And don't think you can't find painting reference material. This was taken by Marilee while we were driving north through Wisconsin to our cabin. The sun was setting, the sky was on fire and the earth was rich with color.  Here's my 6-color full palette:
  • cadmium yellow deep
  • brown madder
  • ultramarine blue
  • burnt sienna
  • cobalt blue
  • cobalt violet
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The Master
I have enjoyed Winslow Homer watercolors long before I ever picked up a paint brush. My father admired his work and would share his paintings with me. He would break composition rules and make them work.

I suggested a Homer book that looks like it's out of print but you may find on Ebay. There are other Homer books at Amazon (CLICK HERE) like this one. If you rather go to your library and check-out a book. Also here's a website to view. CLICK HERE. 

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Poppy
​Incase you didn't here we got a new puppy this year. Her name is Miss Poppy, a Pembroke Welsh Corgi and she is such a joy. It's a blessing to have her and an additional heartbeat in our house.

Well that's it for now. I hope we will see you next Saturday at noon EST on my Facebook page for another Watercolor Escape Saturdays. 

Remember Leave a comment below, tell me what you think and what you would like to see in the future.

Wash your hands and your brushes,
​Dale
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Yesterday was my first Watercolor Escape Saturday

3/22/2020

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Well, as you have probably figured I'm just like you with this CORID-19. Back in the good old days, two and a half weeks ago I was teaching my weekly classes, planning open house demos, group gallery shows, art league meetings, getting ready for 2020 workshops and framing work for a one-man show. In a week or so I say my well, planned year vaporizes at least for the next month or so. 

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​Dear Dale and Marilee ,
I can’t thank you enough for giving the Saturday art demonstrations. on Facebook. What a wonderful gift to everyone during this time of crisis. This will surely lift people’s spirit to watch you perform your magic. 
~
Carol V
Facebook Live attendee
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On March 13th my wife, Marilee and I were shell shocked by a visit to Whole Foods for her Ladies' Luncheon shopping – kale and lemons. As we walked in we saw the produce department looking like a biblical locust attack wiped out the shelves and displays of meats, fruits, and veggies. The only vegetable left was kale!
From there Marilee said let's go sightseeing. We headed over to Strack & VanTil, a large local grocer in Northwest Indiana to see if they were wiped out too. The parking lot was full more than any Thanksgiving I can remember, the cart corrals were empty, all the registers were open and the lines extended to the back of the store! The managers looked as surprised as us. They worked swiftly and with a pleasant smile. Produce was well stocked, along with most everything else. The shoppers' carts were heaped full of paper products, pizzas, and white bread. The Hispanic food aisle was empty but the baby diapers were hardly touched. It took both of us two hours to process what we experienced. 

​The next day we rehashed how the world was changing because of the virus and what could we do locked-up in our house
​. My wife, Marilee calls this the newest episode of The Twilight Zone. I know these are challenging times but we are creative folk who often are self-distancing ourselves in our studios anyway. Frankly, we can handle this better than most.

We talked about going to the Northwoods but sadly we got a notice for snowbirds and second homeowners to stay away from Vilas County. 

Well, I figured I am in my studio trying some new reference materials and color palettes with this new free time. We then thought with the beauty of social media we could help folks by sharing my watercolor wisdom. I opened my studio door this past Saturday, March 21, 2020, at high noon est time on my Facebook live business page - Observer Artist Watercolorist Dale L Popovich IWS. I will do this till we are over this crisis. 
MARCH 21, 2020 DEMONSTRATION NOTES
GET PHOTO REFERENCE
As promised my personal links to favorite watercolors paints, brushes, papers, supplies and books I discussed in the video demonstration. My supply list and library web page is loaded full of information. When you are taking a studio class with me or a workshop I share a ton of information and that's what I want this page to do.
Next Facebook Live
WATERCOLOR ESCAPE SATURDAYS
April 4, 2020
NOON cst

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DALE'S SUPPLY LIST AND LIBRARY LINK
​Robert J Krajecki IWS, TWSA  must-have books three books I highly recommend. Click on the titles to read more.
  • PUT YOUR PAINTINGS IN PERSPECTIVE​​
  • EXPLORING THE NATURE OF WATERCOLOR
  • ​PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES OF DRAWING AND PAINTING
 March 21, 2020, Facebook Live  DEMONSTRATION
- Arches 300 lb. cold press
- Watercolor Paints: 6-color limited palette
  • Cobalt blue
  • Burnt ​sienna
  • Ultramarine blue
  • Sap green
  • Raw ​ sienna
  • Brown Matter (Holbein)
​- Art Masking Fluid: I personally don't see a huge difference between brands 
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- MEEDEN Squirrel Hair Cat Tongue Shape Paint Brushes-3piece set for watercolor
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- Foundation make-up brush from Dollar Tree
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DALE'S VIDEO NOW ON YOUTUBE
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​THREE WATERCOLOR COLOR STUDIES
I highly recommend doing color studies of your painting. As I explained in the demo experiment with color combinations, value patterns, and composition. Each of these took 15-20 minutes. Be loose and free– no details.

​-300 lb Indigo paper
- Watercolor Paints: 3-color limited palette, see each sketch for colors.

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DALE'S VIDEO NOW ON YOUTUBE
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  • Home
  • The Artist
    • Dale L Popovich Curriculum Vitae
    • Artist Statement
    • Art Teacher Philosophy Statement
  • Portfolio
    • Landscape & Nature Paintings
    • Animal Paintings
  • Gallery
  • Instructor
    • Instructor: Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Art, Chicago
    • Instructor: Mainstreet Art Center, Lake Zurich, IL
    • Instructor: Elmhurst Art Museum, Elmhurst, IL
  • Supply List & Library
  • 2020/2021 Watercolor Workshops, Shows & Demos
  • 2020 Popovich's Field Journal
    • 2019 Popovich's Field Journal
    • Popovich's Field Journal: Sept 2018
    • Popovich's 2018 Field Journal : Jan-July, 2018
    • 2017 Popovich Field Journal
    • 2016 Popovich Field Journal
    • 2015 Popovich Field Journal
    • 2014 Popovich Field Journal
    • 2013 Popovich Field Journal
    • 2013 Popovich Field Journal - continued
    • 2012 Popovich Field Journal
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    • Watercolor Escape Saturdays FREE DEMOS
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