New Art at Natur-Tyme and art classes at Michaels
Natur-Tyme has new art hanging on its wall for the months of March, April, and May!
The gallery is featuring acrylic pouring paintings by Derek Bryant, wildlife photography by Kelley Parker, and my paintings of local trees.
Stop by and check it out!
In addition this month I'm teaching two paintings classes at Michaels in DeWitt, NY.
Painting Class in Acrylic - Magnolia - Intermediate
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
6:30 PM 8:30 PM
Michaels Store in DeWitt
Price: $15 + Materials
Drawing Class - Still Life
Wednesday, March 14 28, 2018
6:30 PM 8:30 PM
Michaels Store in DeWitt
Price: $15 + Materials
Holiday Gift Fairs & Art Classes
I have some very good news to share with you.
First, if you haven't seen it yet, I have been working on a new series of Sicilian Oil Landscapes, which you can now view and purchase at Natur-Tyme.
View of Segesta II, oil on canvas by Maria Rizzo
Second, I am very excited to bring my paintings, prints, bookmarks, and magnets at two GREAT holiday events (where everything is 10% off!):
In addition, I've joined Michaels' team in DeWitt, NY, as their certified Grumbacher Art Instructor! From now on, I will be teaching various painting classes at the store. Check out the two painting classes that are coming up this November:
November 8, 2017
(6:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
November 29, 2017 (6:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
If you are interested, make sure to sign-up through the links above!
Also, at the end of the month, I am going to Italy (Roma-Napoli) for a special wedding. Yay! If you want to see photos of my short adventure, make sure to either follow me on Instagram or on my Facebook page !
Maria
New Small Oil Paintings from the VELATURA Series
I am so happy to introduce you to some of my new small paintings from my new series called VELATURA.
I am so happy to introduce you to some of my new small paintings from my new series called VELATURA.
What does VELATURA mean?
The term velatura reflects my painting process, which consists of the fabrication, subtle layers upon layers of color, of dreamlike, and sometimes playful, realities.
I adore creating art based on the real world but vividly transformed by my infatuation for soothing colors like purples, greens, and blues.
I truly enjoy creating paintings that reflect my admiration for nature's creative force. With each brushstroke, I feel a connection with its whimsical energy.
My approach to painting depends on the complexity of the subject.
To add to the realism of the painting, I add the velatura, which are numerous glazes of color.
When I paint evocative nature scenes, I play with blue-brown washes and bold, bright marks which slowly morph into a suggestive landscape.
This creative process begins with a dynamic abstraction and ends into a believable, yet personal, reality.
You can find my paintings at Natur-Tyme, 3160 Erie Blvd. East
DeWitt, NY or on my online shop.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Maria
VELATURA: An Exhibition and a New Art Collection
~ This April is going to be a special month. ~
The term velatura reflects my painting process, which consists of the fabrication, subtle layers upon layers of color, of dreamlike, and sometimes playful, realities.
My paintings are trees and nature scenes created as a response to those places that deeply resonate with me.
Although several paintings are copies from life; I adore creating art based from the real world yet vividly transformed by my infatuation for soothing colors like purples, greens, and blues.
I truly enjoy creating paintings that reflect my admiration for nature's creative force. With each brushstroke, I feel a connection with its whimsical energy.
~ This April is going to be a special month. ~
30 acrylic and oil paintings and sketches will be on view for Velatura: Creating Trees and Places with Subtle Layers of Purples, Greens, and Blues from April 1st to May 31st, 2017.
The opening reception will be held
on Tuesday, April 4, 2017
from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
at SUNY Empire State College
6333 Rte 298, 3rd floor
East Syracuse, NY (315-472-570)
Also, a new painting collection will be unveiled at Natur-Tyme, 3160 Erie Blvd. East, in DeWitt, NY, on April 1st! Here is a sneak peek preview:
I hope to see you at the opening reception. Come over and say hi, enjoy the refreshments, and celebrate with me five years of creativity, which is continually encouraged thanks to all of your amazing support.
Maria
MARIA RIZZO
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