Joyce Weary Believe it not, these canvases show the first step in a palette knife acrylic painting workshop with Phoenix professional artist Bruce Marion. On a Friday in early October, nine Oakwood Artists’ League (OAL) members were part of an all-day workshop starting at 9:00 a.m. and ending at 4:30 p.m. These canvases were placed…
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Clubs & Classes, November 2018
Calling all artists’
We are looking for artists who want to participate in our art show fundraiser for the Sun Lakes Emergency Relief Fund. The fund helps community residents after an accident, fire, medical emergency and more. The Art at the Lakes 11th Annual art show will be held on March 2, 2019, with a rain date of…
Clubs & Classes, November 2018
Mosaic class in Oakwood
Janet Hayes and Sandy Holmes The mosaic art class will be taught by David Jarvinen. David is a mosaic artist and teacher. He teaches mosaic art in fun and engaging environments, focusing on technique and project-based classes geared to all levels of crafters. Birds of the Desert will be held on Wednesday, November 28, from…
Clubs & Classes, October 2018
Drawing and painting lessons begin
Generals, September 2018
Sun Lakes Country Club
Upcoming September events Ladies Luncheon Date: Tuesday, September 11 Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: Navajo Room Cost: $12 per person Come enjoy an afternoon of friends, food and raffle prizes at Sun Lakes Country Club! As you’re greeted with a cool mimosa, you’ll enjoy a full lunch buffet complete with a dessert…
Clubs & Classes, September 2018
Mosaic class in Oakwood offered
Janet Hayes and Sandy Holmes A mosaics class will be taught by David Jarvinen. David is a mosaic artist and teacher. He teaches mosaic art in fun and engaging environments, focusing on technique and project-based classes geared to all levels of crafters. Flower Garden Stake – Wednesday, September 5, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.…
Clubs & Classes, September 2018
Oil Painting for beginners
Bob Kwait Oil Painting Classes for Beginners are being held on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. until noon at the Oakwood Art Room. For more information, contact Bob Kwait at 480-802-6986.
Clubs & Classes, September 2018
Choose the Right Side
Margaret Crusoe Have you ever wanted to learn to draw or paint, or do you need to refresh your artistic skills? Learn to use the right side of your brain to draw and paint for pleasure. In 1979, Betty Edwards wrote Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Her principles dramatically improved her…
Clubs & Classes, July 2018
Mosaic classes in Oakwood
Janet Hayes and Sandy Holmes The Mosaic class will be taught by David Jarvinen. David is a mosaic artist and teacher. He teaches mosaic art in fun and engaging environments, focusing on technique and project-based classes geared to all levels of crafters. Hummingbird Garden Stake – Wednesday, July 18, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in…
Clubs & Classes, June 2018
Trend Report: Stained glass decor makes a comeback
Doug Williams Poor old stained glass – one of the most old-school art forms dates back thousands of years. Today’s most creative designers have taken stained glass out of the holy houses and put it into our homes, using it in new forms of window hangings. Full of tradition, creativity and majesty – what…