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The E.M. Mills Memorial Rose Garden located in Syracuse, New York is part of Thorden Park near Syracuse University. This lovely garden from 1924 was reinvigorated in 2004 and is maintained by volunteers today. This artwork consists of nine 5 x 7 inch individual panels arranged to make the 15 x 21 inch artwork.This artwork was created as part of a proposal for large corporate space with high community traffic. Should my proposal be accepted, the individual panels will be scaled larger to fit in proportion to the space. I like to paint large and this project would be fun to...

  I think we can all agree that art festivals are quaint and welcoming. The one I attended this year is called Chenango Colorscape Arts Festival. This festival is free to attend and draws 10-15,000 people to the heart of downtown Norwich, New York. Arts are the fourth largest driver of tourism that include visits to museums, theaters, festivals, and community projects, according to Americans for the Arts. Return on investment by a nonprofit arts and cultural organization and its audiences for an event such as this one can turn $1 dollar into a little over $9. That equates to...

Come see my artwork on exhibit at the Orazio Salati Studio & Gallery in Binghamton, New York from November 2018 to January 2019. My "Rural Landscapes" exhibits more than 20 paintings from four to forty-eight inches and includes triptych's.  The opening reception is scheduled for November 2, 2018 from 6-9 pm and another reception is happening for First Friday Reception on December 7, 2019 from 6-9 pm. The Orazio Salati Studio & Gallery is located at 204 State Street in Binghamton, New York. The gallery is open Saturdays from 11-3 and by appointment and close to other galleries and restaurants- so...

I enjoy painting outdoors (peindre en plein air) with a group of artist friends. We meet up during summer months at locations that have great views or subject matter. During our breaks, we talk about what we are working on in the studio, painting technique we are trying, and materials we are using. Painting outdoors also provides a nice escape from the routine of the studio. My packing checklist and strategy Plan the media I will use and gather the materials. Bring supplies and tools – easel, water for brushes, paint in easy-to-transport containers, palette, brushes, palette knives, other tools,...