Abbey Art Studios fun inspiring creativity www.abbeyartstudios.com Phone 087-2423537 Summer with Abbey Art Studios This summer’s art menu explores different subject matter to suit every artist, it’s the perfect option for the person who just fancies kicking back and enjoying what’s on their doorstop. Opt for Painting Clinics to finish off those works in progress, Workshop & Demonstration days in the studio or make a day of it with an Art Trip, pack a bag and explore the joy of working in new local locations. Phone or text Susan on 087 2423537 or email suzefarrelly@hotmail.com to secure your spot today. Studio Workshops, Demonstrations & Themed Art Days coming up this Summer. Painting Clinic - resolve those half finished, unfinished and problematic paintings. The Painting Clinic is a two hour session where each artist will receive assistance and encouragement to make decisions on the fate of each painting. Guidance and tips will be given individually to complete unfinished work. Those paintings on board and canvas that don’t make the grade can be recycled with a fresh coat of gesso primer to be used again for future paintings – a great money saving solution! This session is suitable for Oil and Acrylic (note that all oil paintings need to be dry before priming) Painting Clinics will be in operation on the days and times listed below. The cost per session is €25.00 and will include gesso primer. A tea break will be included in this cost. Painting Clinic 10am – 12md Painting Clinic 7.30pm - 9.30pm Painting Clinic 10am – 12md Painting Clinic 7.30pm - 9.30pm Painting Clinic 10am – 12md Painting Clinic 7.30pm - 9.30pm 6th June 6th June 20th June 20th June 4th July 4th July Abbey Art Studios winner of Louth County Enterprise Creative Industry Award 2011 Workshops & Demonstration Days at the Studio Drawing, how to see & draw the shape of things Watercolour, Modern Techniques & Textures Underpainting & Glazing - Building Tone into a painting 8th June 22nd June 7th July Drawing, how to see & draw the shape of things 11am - 2pm Drawing is the art of representing objects or forms on a surface principally by means of lines and it is the backbone of all art forms. Expand your ability to record and analyse subject matter and objects. Understand the purpose of line, tone, composition & proportion. Using a demonstration format, watch how various drawings are done, then practise & learn, supported through individual tuition. This class is invaluable for all painters and is suitable for absolute beginners and pro-amateurs. Suitable for Teenagers & Adults. Please bring 1 object of your choice to draw too. All drawing materials & refreshments included. Cost €35. Watercolour, Modern Techniques & Textures 11am – 2pm 22nd June Learning to understand the capabilities of a medium has a wonderfully liberating effect. It enables you to ‘find your own voice’ and express your ideas with confidence and vigour. Learn new tips and techniques for watercolour and embrace your fun side, the liberation of colour and texture! Using a demonstration format, watch how various techniques are done, then practise & learn supported through individual tuition. Expand your knowledge of water based media. This class is suitable for acrylics, watercolours and gouache. This class is suitable for both teenagers & adults, from absolute beginners and pro-amateurs. Cost €35 refreshments included. Underpainting & Glazing - Building Tone 11am-2pm 7th July Applying a colour ground, underpainting in one colour and layering glazes in oils adds tone and depth to a painting. Using a demonstration format, watch how various techniques are done, then practise & learn, supported through individual tuition. Expand your knowledge of water based media. This class uses a combination of acrylics and oils and is suitable for both teenagers & adults, from absolute beginners and proamateurs. Cost €35 refreshments included. Abbey Art Studios winner of Louth County Enterprise Creative Industry Award 2011 Art Day Trips Dun a Rí Forest Park Sketching Trip 11th July Inspired by the wonderful collections of trees at Dun a Rí forest park we are heading out of the studio to sketch! Pack yourself a picnic, drawing materials and a sketchpad. Feel free to bring paints if you want. This is a family friendly event and open to children accompanied by a guardian. The day will begin with a quick drawing demonstration and tips for drawing trees, then you are free to explore the forest park and choose your subject matter. Each participant will receive individual tuition. This trip is designed to gather subject matter as opposed to creating finished pieces (which is better suited to studio work) so bring along a camera. Meeting at 11am in the car park, tutoring till 2pm, please bring your own picnic as we will have a 30 min break. Cost €15, Family €20 inc. Adult. An entrance fee is payable in the park so car pool where possible. For directions follow the link http://www.coillteoutdoors.ie/?id=53&rec_site=28 Blackrock Sketching Trip 18th July With mountain views, the beach and street scenes to choose from we will be spoilt for choices to sketch in Blackrock! Pack yourself drawing materials and a sketchpad. Feel free to bring paints, stool and a portable easel if you want. This is a family friendly event and open to children accompanied by a guardian. The day will begin with a quick drawing demonstration and tips for composing your view, then you are free to explore the village and choose your subject matter. Each participant will receive individual tuition. This trip is designed to gather subject matter as opposed to creating finished pieces (which is better suited to studio work) so bring along a camera. Meeting at 12.30am upstairs in The Clermont Arms, tutoring till 3.30pm, 2 course lunch is included in the price. Cost €30 pp. For directions use http://www2.aaireland.ie/routes_beta/ These trips are planned for Mondays, if you are interested in signing up for a Saturday trip please advise as it will be dependant on numbers. Abbey Art Studios winner of Louth County Enterprise Creative Industry Award 2011 Carlingford Sketching Trip 25th July With mountain views, a picturesque village & historical buildings to choose from we will be inspired from every angle to sketch in Carlingford! Pack yourself drawing materials and a sketchpad. Feel free to bring paints, stool and a portable easel if you want. This is a family friendly event and open to children, accompanied by a guardian. The day will begin with a quick drawing demonstration and tips for composing your view, then you are free to explore the village and choose your subject matter. Each participant will receive individual tuition. This trip is designed to gather subject matter as opposed to creating finished pieces (which is better suited to studio work) so bring along a camera. Meeting at 12md at the car park beside the information centre, tutoring till 3 pm. This includes a 30 min break so bring a picnic or choose from a number of local restaurants nearby. Cost €15, Family €20 inc. Adult. For directions use http://www2.aaireland.ie/routes_beta/ Also coming up in August - Small Works Gallery at the Studio Every studio/group of artists should have the benefit of having a permanent exhibition space so that local people can view the work of local artists available for sale. This studio wishes to be a platform for high quality, local and unique artworks at affordable prices. I hope to have this permanent collection available to view on the website www.abbeyartstudios.com and hung on view in the studio (space permitting). If you are interested in submitting a framed painting please contact Susan before the 1st August 2010 for more details. August 28th & 29th Ardee Turfman Festival Inspired by the theme of the Ardee festival, Abbey Art Studios presents “The Turfmen are Coming!!” It will be created using a large number of figures made of clay. Everyone is welcome to come along and create a clay figure to be included in this interactive community sculpture. We will be located in the old McCabes Garage premises on the Main Street in Ardee. It is suitable for all ages; no previous art experience needed, just come along and get involved in this unique family friendly event. When the exhibit is over you may return to collect and keep your sculpture. The autumn programme will start at the end of September. Abbey Art Studios winner of Louth County Enterprise Creative Industry Award 2011