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August 2016
SOCIETY MEETINGS
The Society holds its meetings at the Clubhouse In Howe Street, Lambton (Lambton Park) on the last Mon-day of the month from 7.30pm to approximately 9:30pm. Guest presenters provide demonstrations and
members are welcome to bring along guests.
NEXT MEETING: 7.30pm Monday 29 Aug 2016
CRITIQUE NIGHT—Members are invited to bring along a painting, unframed and even unfinished, for a positive critique by our expert from the gallery, Jim Woodbury. You may bring 2 paintings max.
If undeliverable return to: The Society of Artists Newcastle Inc. PO Box 41, Lambton NSW 2299 www.societyofartistsnewcastle.com
Farewell to a much loved and long serving member, Dudley Lewis
(A portrait by Kay McFarlane-Smith)
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From the President
It is with sadness we note the recent passing of Dudley Lewis, a very long term member of the society, most active in the portrait group in recent years. He could also be seen happily sketching at every opportunity at our society events and about town. He once told me a secret to improving your sketching by minimizing impediments to beginning a sketch. By reducing his sketching materials to just a pencil and sketch book, it was always to hand and a sketch could be started simply by opening the book. And to ensure that the sketch book did not leave the house with its partner pencil, he attached the pencil to the front of the sketch book with a piece of Velcro. As he made his own sketch books (cheaply and simply), this was easy to do – he’d simply swap the hard covers to each new sketch book. Many will miss Dudley, but none will forget him.
The day after Dudley passed away, Michelle Harris advised that her father, John Hipwell, also passed away at the age of 93. Until then, there were three generations in the society, himself, Michelle, and also one of his grand-daughters, Rose. Quite amazingly, John was able to exhibit two watercolours in our 2016 Newcastle Art Prize, a wonderful achievement that we’d all hope to emulate at his age! Apparently his later works were quite impressionistic due to his failing eyesight.
Our Treasurer, Jenni Gander, advised the committee that analysis of expenditure and income for the 2016 Newcastle Art Prize revealed a small profit, allowing us to commit to a donation of $500 to the John Hunter Children’s Hospital Kids Club. The society is pleased to be able to continue it’s support to this worthy charity that does so much to improve the equipment and outcomes for sick children using the hospital’s facilities.
Finally, talking of our much loved Treasurer, congratulations to Jenni and her husband Bill, who recently moved close to the rooms near down-town New Lambton. Argh, don’t we all aspire to be able to walk to the society’s rooms from home!?
Hugh Cross
President
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Society News
Phil Munn – July Members’ Meeting Guest Speaker
Phil gave a very interesting talk about two diverse aspects of his art – re-use of historical Japanese wood cuts and highly impasto impressionistic oil paintings.
Always inspired by old Japanese woodcuts, Phil found that many of them have no copyright as they became generic items of heritage with no specific ownership. In a form of modern homage to those beautiful images, Phil used his own photos of poppies and so on, to form collages melding old and new. The results are large vertical and horizontal framed giclee prints. Although Phil lashed out on his own giclee printer, he would not recommend it as the initial cost is very high and the printing set up challenging.
Contrasting with these prints, it was a wonder that his impasto oil landscapes could come from the same per-son. He allows oil paint to partially dry on old jam lids and other discarded kitchen containers, then scrapes them onto the canvas with fresh paint to form semi-random areas of raised impasto surface. Onto these he scumbles white paint and paints the surrounding areas to give the impression of an aerial landscape, such as the Kakadu wetlands that he visited recently. A fascinating talk by a self-made artist forging his own unique journey.
Group discussion developed around these two, reflecting an enthusiasm of interpretation that
must have made Phil smile quietly to himself. It was a fascinating presentation indeed!
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Society News
VALE—DUDLEY LEWIS and JOHN HIPWELL
We lost two very special members of our Society last week, Dudley Lewis and John Hipwell, and within a day
of each other. Hugh tells us a little more about John (age 93) in his president’s report (this edition) and the
three generations of that family that were society members all at the same time. Hugh also has a few words
about Dudley, including some helpful advice that Dudley gave him, as he did for many of us (editor included!)
I asked Jim Woodbury, a long time friend of Dudley, if he could give me some comments about him. Jim
responded as follows:-
“Dudley was an excellent artist and a fine craftsman. He worked in oils ,acrylic and watercolour and was a
master of all these mediums. He had a particular interest in the human figure especially portraiture, as well
as landscape and still life. he was a highly skilled draughtsman and excelled at life drawing. He practised his
skills constantly and was rarely seen without his sketchbook! He was a gifted teacher, always ready to share
his knowledge and ideas. He was always keen to help and encourage others and many, many people have
benefitted from his advice and aid.”
From the Executive Committee
An advance booking for the Raymond Terrace exhibition is being sought for around September 2017 so as
not to clash with the Newcastle Art Prize exhibition in July 2017.
Our Art Director Lee-Anne Corrigan has suggested the Society conduct a day of volunteer demonstrators to
help members learn new techniques with different mediums and styles of art. This is in the formative stage
yet, but it will be advertised and Lee-Anne will respond to enquiries and interest in the meantime.
Valentine Market Day in November 2016
We have been approached by the organising committee to participate in a “Market Day” at the Valentine
public school on Saturday 5 November 2016 by setting up an exhibition of artworks for sale. The market day
planned is anticipated to be spread over the school oval and within a large hall / covered area adjacent. We
are being offered the stage area of the hall for our exhibition and we will be visiting to meet the organisers
and survey the space and conditions, next Tuesday 9 August.
Our committee at the moment is quite interested in participating. It will require volunteers from our society
to set up and manage the display, etc., and will of course be dependent on the support of our artists in
coming forward with quality artworks for display and sale.
This has been done there in the past, I believe. It should be a good time to have it, soon before Christmas.
If it is confirmed, we will have an entry form and more details in the next newsletter. It might be a good idea
to have a look at what you have got or what you may do, in the meantime. Local scenes are always popular,
but a variety creates interest!
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Society News
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Kay McFarlane-Smith has achieved a Highly Commended in the Miniatures at the Taree Open Art Exhibition.
Forthcoming Exhibitions Nearby
The “2016 CRAG Spring Art Fair” will be held at Cessnock from Saturday 17 September to Sunday a week lat-er 25 September 2016. It has a total prize pool of $7750. Further information and entry forms may be ob-tained from:-
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Note: Entries close Friday 12 August 2016
NAP Results in Australian Artist Magazine The results of the Newcastle Art Prize 2016 are expected to be published in the September issue of the Australian Artist magazine.
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13/14 August 2016 Rhonda Parcel MIXED MEDIA BEGINNERS CLASS $90
(Re-scheduled from 25/26 June 2016)
Learn the basics of contemporary art. This class is aimed at beginners or those who want to refresh their
mixed media skills. Rhonda is a local artist with some wonderful techniques. This will be a two day class due
to drying times as Rhonda incorporates ink, acrylic and oils together to produce some amazing effects.
Expect to produce a number of works over the weekend. You can request a copy of the very extensive
Materials List from the Art Director
20 August 16 Rod Bathgate PASTEL $45
Very popular among our artists for his amazing talent and generous attention.
This workshop will further explore light as it refracts in water, rock pools and waves, a signature of Rod's beautiful Artwork .
Materials
Sketch paper and pencils; Pastels and good surface such as colour-fix board of subtle hue; Newspaper and cloths to catch dust.
Weekend Workshops Bookings Essential
All workshops run from 9am to 4pm unless otherwise advertised
Art Director: Lee-Anne Corrigan 0405 069 947 [email protected]
Society Rooms Howe St Lambton (Lambton Park) 4952 6902
Workshop Lunches
As our workshops usually extend over the whole day, you should bring along your own lunch. Our workshops
director usually organises a lunch for the tutor, but will not have made arrangements to cater for anyone else.
Morning and afternoon tea is provided at a cost of $2 for the day, but lunch is BYO.
From the Art Director
Here it is half way through the year and the workshops so far have been really wonderful and the teaching from our award winning Tutors has been very inspiring. Despite a couple of postponements we still have a busy period of workshops for you to benefit from in the remainder of 2016. Coming still are Rod Bathgate, Annie Palmer, Warwick Webb, Judith White and Jean Spokes. I still need numbers for “Mixed Media Beginners’ Class” with Rhonda Parcel on 13/14 August, as well as “Landscape In Oils” with John Rice on 3/4 Sep-tember. Both are good value 2 day workshops that I would encourage participation if you have been thinking of venturing into these genres.
Lee-Anne Corrigan (Phone 0405 069 947)
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Weekend Workshops
3/4 September 16 John Rice LANDSCAPE IN OILS $130 (or $70 for 1 day)
John is a multi- award winning artist and trained teacher. He is an accomplished plein air artist and recently
had a very successful exhibition at Cstudios in Newcastle West. He regularly conducts demonstrations and
workshops at his home studio and for art societies. John will guide step-by-step a landscape each day and he
will instruct participants on brushwork, tone, composition, colour, light, drawing and edges.
This activity is suitable for beginners and those at an intermediate standard. Painters who use acrylics can be
accommodated if they can mix colours well.
Participants may choose to attend either one day or both .
(There are still vacancies for this workshop)
17 September 2016 Annie Palmer ACRYLIC $45
This will be a scene of “Sand-dunes, Grasses, Waves and Clouds”.
Bring your own pictures of dunes and waves or Annie can provide for use. Acrylic paints both flow and struc-ture are suitable in blues and yellows that will describe this beautiful , peaceful painting.
Materials List: Canvas size: 90 cm x 60 cm, pre paint with 2 coats of white gesso; Paints: A mixture of either Structure or Flow Acrylic paints in colours: Cobalt Blue, Pacific Blue, White, Cadmium Yellow Deep, Yellow, Paynes Grey, Turquoise, Aqua, Burnt Umber, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna; Brushes that you use for Acrylics and include a dagger brush and a scruffy old brushes; 6 plastic take-away containers; Box of tissues.
(There are still vacancies for this workshop)
John at work
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Weekend Workshops
8/9 October 2016 Judith White MIXED MEDIA—FORM & DYNAMICS OF INTERIOR SPACE $160
Judith White is a renowned Australian and worldwide artist. She returns for another great weekend of mixed media. This workshop will focus on the idea of form in spaces that are more intimate and inclusive, rather than the dimensions of landscape or expansive environment. While still-life is part of this parameter, the emphasis will be on abstraction and contemporary design within this genre. Issues of depth of field, suggesting space outside the picture plane, and dealing with positive and negative shape on equal terms will be a feature. Creative process with an emphasis on personal expression will the basis for the workshop. Materials List As the materials list is extensive, attendees should request a copy of this from the Art Director, please.
22 October 2016 Warwick Webb WATERCOLOUR -“LET’S LOOK AT ATMOSPHERE & MOOD” $50
Warwick is a well known Australian artist, a member of The Australian Watercolour Institute and the
Australian Society of Marine Artists. We are also lucky enough to have him as a member of our Society.
Warwick is planning to do something a little different for those keen to participate in this workshop. It will be
focussing around creating pictorial interest through mood and atmosphere and the advantages of developing
a limited palette and the use of aerial perspective. He will bring along a range of paintings and photographic
examples complementing this topic and talk through his personal ideas to encourage each participant.
Warwick also wants to set a couple of Marine/Landscape subjects from individual participants’ own imagina-
tion which will be discussed in the class and developed in regard to the theme of the workshop.
Materials List ; Paper – Arches ½ sheet or ¼ sheet 300 gms smooth and preferably stretched; Sketch book,
note paper and biro, HB and 2B pencil and a kneadable eraser; Brushes including a No. 10 Round and 2 cm
flat Hake brush; Paints: Cobalt Blue, French Ultramarine Blue, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Light Red, Indian
Red, Brown Madder ( Alizarin), Aureolin, Raw Umber; Art board and resting prop; Water container and spray
bottle; Masking tape; Tissues, sponge and rags.
12 November 16 Jean Spokes WATERCOLOUR On Hot Press Paper $60
Jean is well known from the Gloucester area and recently did a Magnolia class with us. Her knowledge of transparent stains and lost and found edges will be explored in a plein-air landscape from the area around Lambton Park (weather permitting)
Materials
Small sketch book and pencils
Watercolour paper-hot press
Workboard and fold-up stool
Watercolours and brushes for landscape.
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MEMBERS’ PRIVATE TUITION
Stephen Cassettari – Chinese Painting and Calligraphy – 0413 570 190
Workshops and classes conducted in various locations including WEA, Lake Macquarie Art Gallery and Society of Artists,
Newcastle. Full details.: [email protected] www.stephencassettari.com
Susanne Gorring Dip Ed, BFA – Professional Artist, Illustrator & Teacher - 4938 0412
Tuition for seniors from beginners to advanced in all mediums & techniques. Small groups for individual attention in my
studio gallery in rural surroundings. Monday & Tuesdays for 2 hours $10. Landscapes, portraits, seascapes, still life,
miniatures and animals.
Cliff Hosking – Watercolour Beginners & Intermediate – 4948 4054 or 0438 428 570 [email protected]
Small gentle classes on Tuesday mornings and afternoons (and Wednesday evenings if sufficient demand). www.cliffhoskingart.com
Marea Kozaczynski-McCraig – Artist and Tutor – 4933 2143 www.kozmac.com
Art Classes available in Pen, Charcoal, Watercolour & Acrylic and mixed media. Adults and children’s classes.
Gwendolin Lewis – Award Winning Artist and Tutor – 0420 298 611— Available for workshops, commissions, and private tuition in drawing, oil and pastels.
SOFT PASTELS CLASS at Society of Artists Newcastle rooms Lambton WEDNESDAYS 12.30—3.30pm
[email protected] www.gwendolinpastel.net
Julie-Anne Ure – Artist & Teacher – 4956 2641 – Lambton Studio
An individual and unique learning experience from beginners to advanced. Traditional, Contemporary and Life Drawing.
All ages, medium and skill levels. [email protected] www.theartsemporium.com.au
John Hastings —Twin Pines Art Studio & Gallery— (02) 4951 6701 or 0414 516 701 45A Fletcher St., Wallsend
Acrylics on canvas using a larger brush technique developed in 1980. Landscapes, portraits, animals, cartooning, surrealism,
expressionism, abstract, human body, Chinese, gothic, African , marine & still life. [email protected]
Dorothy Compton — The Old Church Studio Cessnock — 0417 431 940 Watercolour & Acrylic tutoring
Classes held Wed 10am/1pm, 7pm/9pm, Thurs 10am/1pm, 2pm/5pm, Fri 10am/1pm held each week from January till end of
November, and all day workshops with lunch, once a month. Beginners welcome. [email protected]
Deanne Newland Dip Ed, BVA The Artistic Soul Art Studio, Swansea Heads - Artist & Teacher - 0419 441 200
Deanne is a professional artist offering weekly art classes on Wednesday and Thursday 9.45am until 12.15pm and Thursday
evening 6.00pm until 8.30pm. Workshops are held monthly on a Saturday. Visit her website for more information
www.deannenewland.com [email protected]
Eleanor Anson - ART 2Q4 - 4954 8480
Winner of 9 awards in 2014 and was formerly a tutor with Hunter Community College. Art classes in a variety of locations for children and adults. Have fun and you get to choose the subject, the medium in the style, contemporary or traditional in the production of your own unique artwork. Available for commissions, demonstrations and workshops. www.art2q4.com.au
Tony White - One on One private tuition at his private residence,5a Grove Street, Waratah West Week nights and Saturday mornings—$60 0431 268 231 [email protected] Hugh Cross— Pen and Wash Classes with Hugh Cross Thursday afternoons in the Society Rooms, Lambton 1.30pm—4.30pm Hugh covers various approaches to pen and wash, from tonal works to full colour. Tel: 0459 756 019
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Workshops (please tick):
WORKSHOP APPLICATION FORM
Name: __________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________
_____________________________________ Postcode: __________
Applications will not be accepted without some form of contact details in case of changes to the workshop
email: ___________________________________________________
Mobile: ___________________ ___ Phone: _____________________
MIXED MEDIA Rhonda Parcel 13/14 August 2016 $90
PASTEL Rod Bathgate 20 August 2016 $45
OILS JohnRice 3/4 September 2016 $130*
ACRYLIC Annie Palmer 17 September 2016 $45
MIXED MEDIA Judith White 8/9 October 2016 $160
WATERCOLOUR Warwick Webb 22 October 2016 $50
WATERCOLOUR Jean Spokes 12 November 2016 $60
* (or $70 for one day only)
All workshops run from 9am to 4pm, unless otherwise advertised
PAYMENT
Full payment is required at least one week prior to the date of the class.
Non Society members add $10 per day to the above fees
The Society pays a tutorial fee and accommodation for the tutor if necessary.
The tutor needs at least one week’s notice of cancellation if there are not enough people to cover costs. Refunds for cancellation at less than 1 week will only be made in exceptional circumstances.
Direct Deposit
Date payment was made:________________
BSB 637 000 (Greater Building Society)
Account No: 718363055
Reference: (your Name) + “WS” eg J Smith WS
Payment Enclosed
Please make Cheque or Money Order to
Society of Artists Newcastle
OR
Please post your completed form to:
Society of Artists (Workshops)
PO Box 41
Lambton NSW 2299
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REGULAR ACTIVITIES AT THE ROOMS
Activities at the rooms cost $5 each for tea/coffee & utility expenses (cleaning, rates, power, etc)
SOCIETY CONTACTS
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
PRESIDENT: Hugh Cross 0459 756 019 VICE PRESIDENT: Gwendolin Lewis 4960 9193
SECRETARY: Chris Finch 4957 3123 TREASURER: Jenni Gander 0423 180 052 ART DIRECTOR: Lee-Anne Corrigan 4963 6338 PUBLICITY OFFICER: Bob Saxon 4948 5901
LIBRARIAN: Margaret Schroder 4948 1606 MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Kathy Loudon 4952 6902
NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Ron Deas 4948 5831 Mob 0428 451 821 [email protected]
COUNCILORS (4): Ron (Joe) Donkin 4957 3653 Phil Bamford 0408 483 143
Judy Hill 4930 1706 Jill Campbell (Webmaster) 4943 4352
OTHER OFFICES
SOCIAL SECRETARY: Elaine Collin 4944 8125
PUBLIC OFFICER: Cliff Hosking 4948 4054 HON SOLICITOR: Mr Peter Evans
AUDITOR: Mr W J Brogden PATRONS: John Earle, Rod Bathgate
SOCIETY WEBSITE www.societyofartistsnewcastle.com/contact-us.html EMAIL [email protected]
Group Activities for members
Monday 9.30 am – 12.30 pm PORTRAIT DRAWNG & PAINTING
Wayne Berrigan 4928 2319 or Denise Johns 4948 4580 A model fee of $5 may be payable each week Monday 1.00-4.00pm CONTEMPORARY GROUP
Mainly acrylic and mixed media Jill Campbell 4943 4352
Tuesday 9.30am – 12:30pm SOCIAL ART (mainly oils)
All welcome
Thursday 10.00 – 2/3pm SOCIAL ART
All welcome
Friday 10.00– 2.00pm FRIDAY ART GROUP
General painting in all mediums plus any desired assistance, colour, composition etc.
Rosemary Plunkett 4981 8663
Friday 9.00am On Location PLEIN AIR GROUP (On Location)
Ron (Joe) Donkin 4957 3653
5 & 12 Aug—Bolton Pt Middle Pt Rd & Bay Rd
19 & 26 Aug—Jesmond Park
2 & 9 Sept—Catherine Hill Bay
2nd Sat/4th Sun Monthly, at 10:00a NEWCASTLE URBAN SKETCHERS
Phil Bamford 0408 483 143
Saturday 13 Aug—Old Pump House cnr Cowper and Bourke Sts Carrington
Sunday 28 Aug—Cottage (former Sailors Home) 88a Scott St Newcastle
Classes (fees apply) for members and prospective members
Wednesday 9.30-11.30am CHINESE PAINTING
Stephen Cassettari 0413 570 190 [email protected] www.stephencassettari.com
Wednesday 12.30—3.30 SOFT PASTEL CLASS
Gwendolin Lewis 0420 298 611 [email protected] www.gwendolinpastel.net
Thursday 1.30—4.30pm PEN AND WASH CLASS
Hugh Cross 0459 756 019
