Sara Poly Teaching Landscapes at The Art League

One of my very favorite teachers at The Art League is Sara Poly.

 On the left is a painting she has finished. On the right, she recreates the steps she took to get to that point.

Inspiring!

Patsie

The Patrons Show

Dear Art Lovers Everywhere,

Today from 4PM til whenever is the Art League's one and only major fundraiser of the year: The Patrons Show.

For more details check outtheartleague.org

This is a fabulous fun event and we expect 700 or so to attend today at the Torpedo Factory.

There might be a few tickets left!

See you there,

Patsie

Bored Yet?

Dear Imaginary Friends,

Are you wishing that you had a new challenge for the new year? Then you should head on over to the Art League in Old Town Alexandria, to check out the exciting classes they offer!

Have  ever wished you could sculpt in alabaster, blow glass, paint, make a mosaic table, learn faux finishing, create your own earrings, weave, or throw a pot for each family member?
Well, nothing is stopping you from making 2012 a year of widening your mind and your life.

theartleague.org

The world of art, is out there waiting for you to try it!

Your Imaginary Friend,

Patsie

PS Classes start next week, so hurry and sign up!

What Remains to be Seen

Pictured above is the new painting I am showing right now at this very minute at the Art League Gallery. It is called "Lewes, Delaware."

It is for sale for a paltry price, and will be on display through May 7. The title of this particular show is Remains.  Remains, as a theme, refers to the end of something or what is left. In this case, what remains is the remains of the day: when the sun dips down to oblivion and casts magic colors across the landscape. I love dramatic lighting, whether it is cast across a body of water or a building.

My cute little oil is 12 x 12". It is available for adoption to a nice home. Yes, it is housebroken and never bites.

Since my article came out in elan, I have been selling my paintings at a fast clip. I sold a large one, a waterscape, too,  today to my lovely friend from Hillsboro, North Carolina. She used to live a bout six blocks from the site of the painting, and so it has special meaning for her, and good memories of living near the GW Parkway. That painting went to a happy home, and I just love it when that happens.

Your very busy artist friend,

Patsie

The Warehouse: a foodie destination on King Street

If you visit Old Town, Alexandria, VA, please give your taste buds a treat, and head to The Warehouse on King Street. Yum. Their she crab soup is a must-have. I have never tasted better, and believe me, I have done my research into this important matter.
I have, because of my due diligence, become a regular. My picture, in caricature form, now graces the stairway, among other foodie luminaries, such as Katie Couric. Apparently, she knows her crab soup, too.
Bon Apetit,
Your Imaginary Friend,
Patsie
PS The Warehouse is conveniently located on King Street, 2 blocks West of The Art League in The Torpedo Factory, a visual taste treat. The Art League Gallery is on the first floor, and a staple of great art at affordable prices. The building is the number one tourist destination in Alexandria, and situated right on the Potomac River.