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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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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. 
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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

CLICK ON THE LOGO BELOW 
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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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READ MORE
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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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CRUSH-IT: The Best 3-Full Day Watercolor Workshop in Lake Zurich, IL

2/27/2020

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UPDATE:
​change to May 30, 31 and June 1

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RESCHEDULED to
May 30, 31 & June 1, 
2020
Saturday, Sunday & Monday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

$400.00


I have had the honor to share my painting knowledge as a watercolor teacher at Mainstreet Art Center going on six years. It's a little over an hour's drive from Highland to Lake Zurich every Wednesday for my morning watercolor class but it is well worth it. If you have never been there for a class, tour or workshop well it is quite inspiring for the students and the facility.

First of all, Mainstreet is nestled in the quaint town of Lake Zurich, IL. Frankie Johnson, Owner, and Director has owned Mainstreet for almost 26 years. She is an accomplished master painter with over 40 years of experience in oil painting and pastels. She shares this knowledge with her students and it shows. I am always amazed at the talent that comes out of this art school Checkout Frankie's personal studio site.  www.frankiejohnsonartstudio.com
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Many of these budding artists are in their third act wanting to explore a desire to paint after they have retired and or the kids are out of the nest. Other artists want to take their skills to the next level. The Mainstreet Art Center offers a wide variety of fine art classes for all ages. Beginners start with drawing in charcoal and then advance to painting in oils, pastels or watercolor. Advanced students are constantly challenged with new techniques and subjects. The craft of painting is taught by demonstration and individual instruction.
Mainstreet Art Center offers a wonderful selection of classes including:
  • Charcoal Drawing
  • Oil Painting
  • Pastels
  • Watercolor Painting
  • Portrait Painting
  • Open Studio
  • Plus Frames & Supplies​
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Frankie asked me to develop the best 3-Full Day Watercolor Workshop for Mainstreet. This workshop called Abstract Patterns of Nature in Watercolor  is a concentrated study in watercolor. I have seen these intensive studies help the student climb to a new level whether you are starting the journey or you have painted for a while.
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
Let me show you how to ignite your passion for watercolor. In this 3-day workshop, the student will experience my unique step-by-step instruction in transparent watercolor. Exploring the beauty of nature, and gain a deeper, richer understanding of the techniques, properties, and tools of this unique medium. Students will learn how to block in the painting, interpret color, values and temperatures. Use different processes of watercolor: work wet-into-wet as well as wet-on-to-dry. Understand the importance of a focal point and how to place it. He will also share his secrets to bring your painting to a new level.
My objective for this workshop is to share my 41 years of professional art instruction and for the student to gain confidence in this medium. The student will walk away with a greater, more in-depth understanding of transparent watercolor. The class is designed for beginners and intermediate artists.

Landscape photo references will be supplied by the instructor.  Supply list will be handed-out  at registration. If you have any questions please email me.
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20 E Main Street
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
P (847) 550-0016
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mainstreetartcenter.com
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Lessons From the Studio - Mainstreet Art Center

4/16/2018

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How to Block-In and Cover the Whole Sheet in the First Wash

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This was a watercolor demonstration I did for my Mainstreet Art Center Wednesday morning watercolor class a few weeks ago. I have a great group of students, a mix of beginners and intermediates who truly love the process of learning and creating watercolor paintings.

From start to finish I took approximately 1-1/5 hours of painting/lecture time. The point I wanted to drive home to my class was to be fearless and lay color down, blocking the entire sheet in the first wash. I have my students work with one-quarter of a sheet of watercolor paper till they build up the confidence and experience for a larger painting. This particular painting I used Kilimanjaro 300 lb. cold-pressed off-white natural paper. This is an excellent paper to work with.

I have had a lot of success instructing my students with a paint-along demos. This way they watch what I do in step 1: the block-in and they then can recreate it while I am with them answering  questions. I remember there was nothing more frustrating to watch my instructor create a painting from start to finish and then turning us loose, try to recreate the same painting or subject matter later that day and forget how he handed the block-in, establishing secondary masses and the final details.
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The Photograph
The photo I used for this watercolor painting was taken during a ten-day trip with my brother, Lee,  his wife, Margo, and Marilee. We flew to Alaska around the end of August 2006. We decided to drive through the interior of Alaska instead of a cruise. This way we could experience all the sights, textures, and get an intimate view of the local color. We landed in Anchorage and traveled south to Seward enjoying this coastal town and spending the night in a quaint log cabin. The next day we took a daylong cruise and was totally in awe of the fjords and icebergs. From there we headed back north to Anchorage for the State Fair, Farmer’s Market, and the Anchorage Museum to see the works by Sydney Laurence, American Landscape painter. Then north to Wasilla and Fishhook. This was a portion of our trip. Denali and our plane trip around Mt Mckinley
is for another time.

This image was taken up by Hatcher Pass in early September which was during the peak of their autumn at an abandoned gold mine.. We took a beautiful drive along Willow Fishhook Road and then Hatcher Pass Road to get there. In fact this was one of the last pictures I took with my trusty Minolta film camera. Shot 20 rolls of film. Marilee shot over 2000 with her new Nikon D200 DSLR. 

Hatcher Pass is a mountain pass through the southwest part of the Talkeetna Mountains, Alaska. It is named after Robert Hatcher, a prospector and miner. To learn more about Hatcher Pass CLICK HERE.
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Step #1: The Block-In
Step #1: The Block-In
I started with a pencil drawing lightly, sketched onto the watercolor paper. I recommend a 2B pencil. Don’t go crazy drawing every detail, just lay down the basic shapes making sure your perspective is spot-on. Get it right in the pencil drawing because it will be very difficult if near impossible to correct later.
I shared with the students how to block in this particular subject matter with the background coming to the middle ground and then the foreground. I painted around the buildings at first. Then went into the buildings to cover the painting completely. The colors used were:
  • Alizarin crimson
  • Cobalt blue
  • Ultramarine blue
  • Burnt sienna
  • Olive green
  • Raw sienna​​
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Step #2: Establishing Secondary Masses
STEP # 2: Establishing Secondary Masses
The second pass at the painting I went back to the mountains in the background starting to form the secondary shapes and areas coming towards the foreground and the ledge behind the buildings. I then went into the foreground trying to keep the background cooler and grayer and the foreground warmer and more intense. Altering the temperature in your painting helps you with aerial perspective.
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STEP # 3: Slowing the Process Way Down – The Final Details
The third phase of the painting I started to develop the background to show more changes in value and modeled the slopes softening the middle area of the mountains. Then I came down to the ledge directly behind the buildings and began modeling the darker darks within that ledge to separate it from the background. I start to develop highly textured areas in the foreground. Working into the building, establishing value changes from the light side of building to the dark side, the cast shadow created by the building, and a small path for interest. I continued adding some of the detail in the building with windows, smoke coming out of the chimney, and a little bit more detail on the building off to the left.
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©Dale L Popovich IWS - Hatcher Pass - Finished watercolor painting
Finally, I went back to the mountains, adjusting values to create some sort of interest in the dark areas off to the upper right. Again revisited the slopes off to the left, modeling a bit more, recreating the carved out earth during the gold rush times. I then began pushing a little more intense color and darker values alongside the ledge in the background to push the building forward. I lighted in the roof of the building through lifting to push it forward from the background. From there I began to model the front deck of the building, the side protrusion from the building and darkening the windows were needed. Adding small accents of darks to the path, out in front on and around the building itself. This completed the demonstration.
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Voyage Chicago - The Thought Provokers

4/12/2018

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Earlier this year I participated in the Palette & Chisel's yearly Demo Days in February. This is a great event where most all of the instructors demonstrate their talents in a two-weekend event and it's all for free. During this time the Faculty Show is hanging in the Main Gallery. 

Demo Day's give you a first hand opportunity to see the instructors teaching and painting styles. You can ask questions and really understand each artist's philosophies. You can find the my demo on my Facebook page, Observer Artist Watercolorist Dale L Popovich IWS. We broadcasted a Facebook live. 

Voyage Chicago saw my demo and included my painting in an article about Chicago Artists. Well, recently they approached me about doing an in depth interview for their artist & creative focused series calledThe Thought Provokers. Here's a link to the interview Voyage Chicago.
 

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Lacare Art League Presents Dale L Popovich

3/26/2018

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LACARE ART LEAGUE meeting was held at the Gloria Dei (Glory to God) Church, 3711 Ridge Road, Highland, IN, 46322 where "visitors are always welcome." This was my third invitation to the Art League. In case you missed my Facebook Live post of the demo it is now on YouTube. First aired on my Facebook page Observer Artist Watercolorist Dale L Popovich IWS on March 26, 2018. I demonstrated a full palette transparent watercolor of an outbuilding on a Wisconsin farmstead not far from my log cabin.

I took the art league through my classical approach of watercolor painting to a full house of members and guests. I started with photo reference on my iPad and a pencil sketch on 300 lb. Arches watercolor paper. I took my one-inch brush and immediately laid down bold color washes. Then I explained every stroke along the way adding my usual stories and humor throughout the demo. Over the course of an hour I turned a white sheet of paper into a snow covered rural Midwest farm scene adding a little gouache for the snowflakes.. After several minutes of question and answers The demo was raffled.
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Congratulations to my ​Students from Elmhurst Art Museum Watercolor Class

3/14/2018

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Joan Heimanek - Best of Show – In the Early Morning Sun – Watercolor
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Robert V. Bunda – Honorable Mention – Dappled Light – Watercolor

I couldn't be happier to let you know two of my Elmhurst Art Museum Tuesday morning Watercolor Studio students won awards on their watercolor paintings at this year's The Elmhurst Artists' Guild Spring Member's Show. Joan Heimanek won Best of Show and Robert V Bunda received an Honorable Mention. Way to go guys, I'm so proud of you!

​Show runs through April 20th at EAM (MAP) - WEBSITE.
"I remember working on the painting later to be named "In the Early Morning Sun" in Dale's class.  He suggested a couple of changes that I truly believe helped make the picture award worthy to the judge.  One was to soften the edges of the sun that I had painted starkly and too white.  Also, he suggested I add depth to the grasses by using a deep green in between the blades.  People at the show commented that it was hard to believe that watercolor was the medium because the colors were so rich.  Thanks again to Dale for his input."
​– Joan Heitmanek
"Dale’s classes have been a major influence in developing my watercolor painting through a couple of different ways.  First, his use of class demonstrations and “paint-alongs” in which one can see the steps it takes to build a painting. This not only shows the steps, it also gives insight into different brush techniques and color theory.  I also find invaluable his critical eye and suggestions for improvement of my work."
​– Bob V Bunda ​
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FACALTY Demo Days at the Historic Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts, Chicago

2/18/2018

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Yesterday, Saturday, February 17 In conjunction with our Faculty Show at the historical Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts in Chicago I along with other instructors offered free demonstrations. I demonstrated a watercolor and this demo was broadcasted on Facebook Live. Don't forget to  LIKE OBSERVER ARTIST WATERCOLORIST DALE L POPOVICH IWS on Facebook. 

If you missed this amazing event mark your calendar for early next February 2019.


Here’s all the demos that took place at the P&C. 

February 17, 2018
Main Gallery
10 - 12 pm: Larry Paulsen - Drawing Facial Features
1 - 4 pm: William Schneider - Portrait Painting

Second Floor
10:30 am - 12 pm: Dale L Popovich - Watercolor 

February 24, 2018
Main Gallery
10:30 am - 12 pm: Helen Oh - Still Life in Oils
1 - 4 pm: Michael Van Zeyl - Still Life in Oils

Second Floor
9 am - 3 pm: Steve Puttrich - Watercolor
10 am - 12:30 pm: Lenin Delsol - Portrait Painting

FACULTY SHOW 
Exhibition: February 9 - 26

Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts 
Address: 1012 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: (312) 642-4400
paletteandchisel.org
1012 N. Dearborn • Chicago IL 60610 • P (312)642-4400 • F (312)642-4317 • fineart1012@sbcglobal.net
Office Hours Monday-Thursday • 10:30am-6:30pm • Friday 10:30am-5:00pm • www.paletteandchisel.org
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Full-Day DRAWING & PAINTING Watercolor Workshop in the Great Northwoods

1/6/2018

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I had a great turnout for the LOLA Land 'O Lakes Arts All-Day Workshop. I was amazed at the turnout because the day was quite chilly, -15. But then I remembered the folks up north are of hardy stock. Weather doesn't stop them.

The class was made up of beginners and intermediates. LOLA has quite a great reputation to offer quality class for all ages thanks to WENDY POWALISZ, Programming Director​. 


Wendy said there had been great interest in a drawing class with a focus on simple perspective. So I created a specially tailored workshop just for them called Learn How to Draw Structures Fast and Easy, Then Paint in Full-Color Watercolor. 

First half of the day I demonstrated and shared basic linear perspective theory with simple structures. They also learn two-point perspective and recreated what I shared with them by creating simple drawings.

In the second half of the day the class applied the knowledge in a transparent watercolor painting. During this session they developed a snow scene using the two-point perspective from the morning. They gained an understanding of working from foreground to background, large to small and temperature changes in the snow scene. 

The day flew by, lost of questions were asked and my final watercolor demo painting was raffled off. Thanks LOLA for another great workshop.

From there I went back to our cabin, talked about my day with Marilee and took my best girl out for dinner. Life is good.

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