March 27th, 2008

Golden Acrylic : Lecture/ Demonstration

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geoffh

Saturday, May 3rd : 2-4pm

Join Us for an In-Store Lecture/ Demonstration with:

Golden Working Artist: Valerie Allen

This talk is filled with “need to know” information for artists of all skill levels. With the benefit of visual examples, hands-on samples of products and explanations on the science of paint, you will spend an informative, fast-paced hour and a half, expanding your knowledge of acrylic paints.
You will learn more about:
• Mineral and Modern Pigments –Color theory that relates to clean color mixing, glazing and creation of new colors.
• The difference between “heavy body” and “fluid” acrylics.
• Using innovative effects with interference and iridescent colors to expand your palette.
• Discovering how acrylics can simulate oil, watercolor, even encaustic techniques, yet are infinitely more versatile.
Plus much more information on gels, mediums and grounds to help you make the decisions you need to use acrylics to express your artistic vision. All participants will receive free product samples and a literature packet, including hand-painted color charts.

Here are a few examples of Valerie Allen’s work. To see more visit http://valerieallen.artroof.com/

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March 25th, 2008

Employee Artist Profile: Kelly Miller

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geoffh

Kelly has been making art since she was able to walk. She enjoys all mediums of art, painting, drawing, sculpting, and believes that one needs to explore to advance talent. You can always learn something new.

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March 25th, 2008

Raphael Brush Sets : 65% Off List Price

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geoffh

We now have 4 different Raphael Brush Sets

65% Off of List Price!

They include:

-Set of 3 Red Sable & Squirrel (Watercolor)

List: $31.99- Now: $11.47

-Set of 3 Natural Hog Bristle (Oil)

List: $26.99- Now: $9.67

-Set of 3 Kaerrell Synthetic (Acrylic)

List: $23.99- Now: $8.57

-Set of 3 Kaerrell Synthetic w/Fan (Acrylic)

List: $19.99- Now: $7.17

FREE Raphael Brush Roll w/ purchase!!!

(while supplies last)

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March 25th, 2008

Employee Artist Profile: Eric Van Torre

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geoffh

Eric Van Torre works through a variety of different mediums and techniques. Here are some examples of his classically influenced porfolio. ericvantorre@yahoo.com

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March 15th, 2008

Volume Discounts

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geoffh

Utrecht’s New Volume Discounts!

Available now through June 15th.

Save More when you Buy More Utrecht Brand Products.

Buy $250 and Save $25 (10% Savings)

Buy $500 and Save $70 (14% Savings)

Buy $1000 and Save $160 (16% Savings)

Buy $1500 and Save $270 (18% Savings)

Buy $2000 and Save $400 (20% Savings)

Save Extra on your purchase of any combination of Utrecht Brand Paint, Canvas, Brushes, Paper, Board, Drawing Tools, Mats, Porfolios, Easels, Studio Furnishings & More!

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March 15th, 2008

Employee Artist Profile : Kevin McCoy

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geoffh

Kevin is a mixed media artist in his 3rd year at College for Creative Studies. This specific series was created using primarily oil paints. You can contact Kevin at lusheslou@gmail.com

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March 14th, 2008

Dry Point Etching Demo w/ Steven Pugsley

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geoffh

Join us Saturday, April 12th for a Dry Point Etching Demo with Master Printmaker Steven Pugsley. This hands-on demonstration will begin at 1pm.

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March 10th, 2008

Employee Artist Profile: Anita Andersons

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geoffh

Anita Andersons creates surreal/ pop collages from magazine clippings that she mounts on museam board with UHU stick. Her infuences include: nature, science, humor, 50’s, 60’s, cartoons, Miro, Calder, Picasso, Henri Moore, television, pop art, primative/ tribal art, junk, and her Latvian culture.

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