Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Session 1:  Monday, February 27 from 10am-4pm

Session 2: Tuesday, February 28 from 10am-4pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Session 1:  Saturday, February 25 from 10am-4pm

Session 2: Sunday, February 26 from 10am-4pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register click on the Anna Maria Island Art League website link below:

www.islandartleague.org

Friday, November February 24th

from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register click on the Englewood Art Center website link below:

www.ringling.edu

Put your artwork on the wall! Learn how to Mat & Frame!

You have an opportunity to cut as many mats as workshop time allows. I will demonstrate the techniques necessary and each student will cut their own mat board, prepare their artwork, learn to apply a paper backing, and assemble their piece. There is a lot to learn in this class, I will discuss affordable options, market choices, proper care & presentation. It’s going to be fun! Bring a lunch and suggested materials. Canvas on stretcher frames will not be covered.

SUGGESTED MATERIALS AND OPTIONS – NOTIFY STUDENTS IN ADVANCE

I suggest students provide the materials for as many pieces as they feel comfortable with. Also consider bringing a piece you may have questions about.

I will provide the following for the class: a variety of tape choices for mounting, brown paper for finishing ready-made wood frames, three Compact Logan mat cutters, and the necessary tools and adhesives required for use in class.

Student Handbook, by Tanya Calhoun           $8 (optional)

The Student Handbook is 40pages of material used to accompany the class.  Included are all of the procedures for matting, mounting, and finishing artwork, tricks and tips, suggested materials, references and resources.

YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS FOR YOUR PROJECTS, PLEASE BRING MATERIALS ACCORDINGLY:

A mounted ready-to-frame piece requires: artwork, mat board, and foam core.

A completely finished piece requires all materials necessary for a mounted ready-to-frame piece with the following additions: a ready-made wood frame or metal frame assembly kit (you must have two pair of chops), some glass or acrylic (cut to fit the frame), and a picture hanging kit (wire, hooks, and bumpers). When purchasing your frames add 4” to the length and width of your artwork to determine the frame size, this will allow for a 2” mat border, otherwise adjust according to personal preference.

Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Session 1:  Friday, February 10 from 10am-4pm

Session 2:  Friday, February 17 from 10am-4pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register, click the ArtCenter Manatee link below:

www.artcentermanatee.org

Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Session 1:  Friday, January 20 from 10am-4pm

Session 2:  Friday, January 27 from 10am-4pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register, click the ArtCenter Manatee link below:

www.artcentermanatee.org

www.hermitageartistretreat.org

For those of your new to this fun event, The Artful Lobster is the only annual fundraiser held on the Hermitage campus, and the only time when you can be guaranteed that all studios will be open and that a full compliment of artists will be there for you to meet and speak with.

World-class artistic creators of all disciplines are invited to work at the Hermitage Artist Retreat ; Our artists live and work in — and are inspired by — five “Old Florida” buildings that have been lovingly restored into living space and studio space. Fifteen miles of Gulf of Mexico beach stretch north and south and endless miles of aquamarine water reach to the western horizon where the sun sets in glory each and every night.

The Hermitage exists today as perhaps the last existing example of pioneer beachfront homesteading on Florida’s Gulf of Mexico. It exists because it found its true purpose. It is a special place and many people throughout its history have recognized its unique qualities. The artists of all disciplines who get to experience the Hermitage tap into its energy and it becomes the catalyst for their creativity. Great art is created here. It is the art of our day by the artists of our age inspired by our ecological beachfront treasures and by this architectural history.

That the Hermitage House, its beach cottage, and the adjacent Whitney property survived both Mother Nature and real estate development is a testament to the will of the Englewood community who would not let its history die and be lost to future generations.

Tanya Calhoun is exhibiting A Field of Poppies

www.tanyacalhoun.com

Opening Reception: Friday Nov 18th from 5 – 7 pm

Exhibition: Nov 18th to Dec 10th, 2011

The Small Works Show takes inspiration from the setting and culture of Sarasota, celebrating all styles and media of art in the community. 

Juror: Joseph Melancon grew up as part of an artistic family in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His art is represented locally by State of the Art Gallery and he also exhibits nationally.  His work has been featured in many publications and he frequently teaches workshops in the Sarasota area.

See the link below for a  Herald-Tribune Arts Sarasota feature article:

www.artssarasota.com

About Towles Court

The Towles Court Art District is one of Sarasota’s oldest and most respected art districts featuring galleries, shops, studios and restaurants.  Located near downtown Sarasota, on Adams Lane between S. Links Ave. & 301- the galleries and shops exhibit work in a wide range of media by local and national artists.  “Coastal Living” magazine named Towles Court a “Top Ten Artist Colony”. It has also received a Mayor’s Citation for “promoting the Arts in Sarasota.”

www.towlescourt.com

Opening Reception on Friday November 11th, 5pm to 9pm

Island Visions

Judge: Tanya Calhoun

Celebrar el Sol

This event is free and opened to the public.

www.islandartleague.org

Friday December 2nd

from 10 am to 4 pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register click on the Anna Maria Island Art League website link below:

www.islandartleague.org