NEWSLETTER ~ MARCH/APRIL 2015
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Dear Members, Firstly, I wish to thank Florence Clements, who bravely took
on the Newsletter when I was ill, keeping you informed of present and coming
events. All this, as well as plying (together with Phyllis Hill and Jeanette
Knight) Alvin who was just out of hospital, and me with sustenance in the
form of delicious meals. Laurel kept us supplied with fresh spinach from her
garden; just right for “green smoothies”. We cannot thank everyone enough
for the many kindnesses and good wishes we received during that time.
On a more serious note, you probably know that DAS was (once again) greatly
inconvenienced by maintenance work undertaken at the two Halls. But then: a
light at the end of the tunnel appeared in the shape of Phyllis and John Hill,
who kindly offered the beautiful shaded space outside of their home for our
weekly Wednesday get-togethers (all welcome), as well as the first Meeting for
2015. We are greatly indebted to them, because with nowhere to go, we feared
that our very busy Art Society could just fade away. Quite unthinkable !!
It is very sad that two of our older members are no longer able to attend, because of ill health. We miss Gloria Smith, who despite everything, is still creating watercolours in her new home. Sheila and Vern Saw have been unwell,
and Mary Atkinson, Pat Pomeroy, Richard Mothersole and Elaine Davey also.
Wishing all of you, and everyone of our members and past members happier
and healthier times ahead.
From Margaret
CELEBRATING 45 YEARS AT OUR EASTER EXHIBITION
OPENING NIGHT
Saturday, 4th April 2015 @ 6 pm ~ Yallingup hall
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Let’s make it an evening to remember !!!
Many Thanks to Steve Vigors for the bright idea.
ABSTRACT WORKSHOPS to be conducted by PHYLLIS HILL
DATES:
TIME:
MEDIUM:
25th February, 11th March and 18th March.
From 10 am to 3 pm.
First day bring Canvas & Acrylics
and then your own choice of medium.
If you are interested in creating abstract works, here is your opportunity ! If you’d
like to join in one or all of the above, please ring Phyllis on 9759.1119.
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HEARTY CONGRATULATIONS TO SHIRLEY FISHER
Shirley was awarded the “Order of Australia Medal” on Australia Day
for 30 years of voluntary work in the Environment and the Arts !!!
TOURIST BUREAU Good news! Barbara has organised our membership with
the Tourist Bureau, which will be a great help when publicising events. And Jo
is busily preparing flyers to leave there for the two events which are coming
up—i.e., Easter Exhibition and MRROS.
PRESIDENT LAUREL ASHLEY’S REPORT ON LEON HOLMES’ WORKSHOP
Please read the following paragraphs carefully, so that you know
just when, where and what is required of you.
* ENTRY FORM : MRROS INHOUSE EXHIBITION (Up to 4 Paintings + 1 Spare)
FORMS available either on Email or from Phyllis, 38 Alanta Elbow
The MRROS work will be hung at our Hall on 1st April.
Opening Times:- Friday 11th to Sunday 27th April.
* ENTRY FORM : EASTER EXHIBITION (Up to 8 Paintings + 2 Spares)
FORMS available either on Email or Phyllis, 38 alanta elbow
The EASTER EXHIBITION work will be hung on Good Friday, 3rd April 2015.
Opening Times:- Saturday 4th to Sunday 12th April.
INCLUDE ALL SPARE PAINTINGS ON YOUR ENTRY FORM
Tags will be made for Spares as well as the ones you are entering, to ensure
each painting is professionally presented.
** BOTH FORMS MUST BE IN BY WEDNESDAY, 19TH MARCH !
What a great workshop Leon gave us !! I was quite worried about painting
outside, especially considering that the weather was supposed to be very hot.
But I needn’t have worried, because the whole two days were much cooler
than expected.
On the Monday Leon demonstrated at the Boat Ramp in
Dunsborough, showing us (amongst many other things) an easy way to judge
right colours; and then we went back to the Hills for lunch. In the afternoon
we returned to the boat ramp to do our own painting of the scene. It was quite
shady under the trees and for the first time I enjoyed working outside instead
of just from photos. On the second day we went to Castle Rock at 6.30 am !!!
Again Leon demonstrated, we went back for lunch, and then returned to do
our own paintings. I am very sure that everybody enjoyed it just as much as
me, and it certainly gave me confidence to go again.
On behalf of you all, many thanks to Leon Holmes and Phyllis & John Hill
for a very enjoyable two days.
From Laurel
WEB PAGE http://capeartists.weebly.com
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The year of 2015 is dedicated to our longest serving members.
For that reason, our Web Page Director John Hill chose Betty Symes as
‘Artist in Focus’ for January to March on our Web Page.
Featured on this page are Betty and a few samples of her work.
The next Artists in Focus will be:* Laurel Ashley ~ April to June.
* Margaret Sargant ~ July to September.
* Barbara Reid ~ October to December.
While John continues to promote the work of DAS artists, (for which we are eternally
grateful) he will also go (if required) to an Artist’s home to photograph their work for
the Web Page. He gives much thought and hard work to achieving the best possible
results, ably assisted by his busy wife Phyllis.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO FRAMING
NEWSLETTER
Many thanks are due to Ann Dexter for contacting Lynne Sheen, who is to speak to
us on new approaches to framing our works.
VENUE:
DATE:
TIME:
March /April 2015
Hopefully at DAS, but if not - 38 Alanta Elbow Dunsborough.
Thursday, 5th March 2015
9.30 am for Tea/Coffee before a 10 am start.
Lynne is a very experienced draftswoman and designer, and has many other strings
to her bow, including owning and running the delightful Newberry Art Gallery.
She keeps abreast of modern trends and will be an exceedingly interesting speaker.
See you on the 5th.
Phyllis (for Ann Dexter)
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Painting Day at the Hills
Harley Brown tells us (and I quote):quote):“You, and not the subject, is what makes a great painting”
But, I rather think it’s more of a partnership. What do You think?
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NEXT MEETING:
9.30 am AGM
President:
Vice President:
Secretary & Publicity:
Treasurer:
Assistant Treasurer:
Editor:
THE TEAM
Laurel Ashley
Florence Clements
Jo Fazakerley
Marcella Spolding
Olga Taylor
Margaret Sargant
That’s all folks! Happy painting.
Wednesday, 4th March 2015.
9755.4213
9756.8680
(retiring)
9756.7996
9756.7871
9756.8615
or 0439.560.796
or 0409.882.792
042.777.0018
or 0403.836.354
or 0428.941.521
Regards, Margaret
HIGHLIGHTS
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EASTER EXHIBITION
MRRHOS INHOUSE EXHIBITION
WEB PAGE { ARTIST IN FOCUS }
A PAINTING DAY AT THE HILLS
A NEW APPROACH TO FRAMING
REPORT ON LEON HOLMES’ WORKSHOP
Dunsborough Art Society (Inc), Cnr Gibney St & Gifford Rd
(Post Office Box 66) Dunsborough 6281, W A.