Watercolor Accepted illinois Watercolor Society

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Plein air in the Northwoods

Such a good challenge to paint outdoors in a complex environment such as the woods.

public arts makes a conTribution to Lake KatherinE

The children’s book, Little Turtle Gets Lost, written by Jean Gnap has been depicted in nine large panels which have been installed at the childrens nature area. A mosaic turtle has been created by PAC and is located near the Educational building.

Upcoming Plein-air Trip to France - April 2022

I will be the host artist for a trip next year to the Aude region in France. We will be staying at LaMonestere in LImoux for one week. There will be daily outings to see the quiet beautiful villages of the area, wine tasting, cooking classes and free time. If you are interested, contact me and I will send the detailed Itinerary. Maximum humber of travelers will at 12.

Uzes, France

Drawing Workshop - August 3, 2021

I will be offering a three hour workshop focusing on all aspects of learning to become a proficient drawer. There will be hands=on practice,, some basic perspective, observations skills and use of tools. $60 Max. of 6 students.

Poetry & Art

I have been writing poetry for a couple of years and it has been a goal of mine to pair my poems and art into a book. It has finally happened and is available $15/book. I have written about places I love, people, the times we are living in, nature and more ….

Watercolor Accepted in Exhibition at Barcelona Museum of Art

I am thrilled to announce that contemporary watercolor, Orbits, has been accepted and will be on display in Barcelona, Spain this Spring. The Missouri Watercolor Society is hosting the show.

PaintIng "My Way" Through France

On Tuesday, October 15, I did an hour presentation at the Palos Heights Public Library featuring 30 plein air painting of my trip to southern France. The talk also included history, references to famous artists, french culture, food, wine and architecture.

Williams Bay Art Fair, July 27-28, 2019. Great weather and friendly crowd came out to see all the artists and buy art for their homes.

Moraine Valley Community Juried Show

I am pleased to announce that I have two pieces of art in the current show that runs through the first week in August. Big Sur, alcohol ink on tile, was accepted along with a pieces I did in France with watercolor on yupo which I have posted.

Plein Air Painting Trip to France

I went to France for 2 weeks and traveled throughout small villages in Aude region in the southwest area of France. I did about 18 plein air paintings and here is one I did from the market in Limoux. I will do doing a presentation about my trip at the Palos Heights Public Library in fall.. Look for specific details on the library website and mine.

Retrospective Show in memory of Robert F. DeCaprio

In January 2019, a retrospective show was curated by Maria DeCaprio-Sunta, Robert’s sister. The show featured his paintings, travel journal drawing, photography and graphic design work. The exhibit was held at Moraine Valley Community Collage Fine & Performing Arts Center in the art gallery named after Robert.

Plein-air Painting at Janesville Rotary Gardens

Working outdoors is always a challenge due to conditions and changing light.  I painted in the oriental section of the gardens on an overcast day but it was not hot so it was very pleasant.

Jorge Leon Workshop - Feb. 19-20, 2018

Attended two day workshop in Florida learning how to use alcohol ink, fluid acrylics on yupo paper along with experimental techniques.

Williams Bay Art & Craft Festival

It was a beautiful weekend (July 29 & 30) for the event and I met a lot of friendly people.  The crowds on both days were good and I sold a nice amount of art.  I plan on participating next year.

Portrait Workshop taught by Jean Pederson

I attended a five-day workshop in Kenosha, Wisc. which focused on portraits using a method that Jean Pederson uses on her paintings to create transparent flesh tones.  We also sketched from two models in costume.  I completed two pieces and did multiple sketches and the week was intense but very worthwhile.

Public Arts Pony Project

The Palos Heights Public Library will be receiving a new addition for the children's department.  Maria DeCaprio-Sunta has designed a kid-friendly theme for the pony.  Pages from children's books have been used to collage the entire body and 12 different characters from famous books have been hand-painted on the body.  The pony will be located on the second floor of the library for the children to enjoy.

Williams Bay Fine Art Show - July 2016

Nice surprise!  Received coverage in the Lake Geneva Regional newspaper.

Starline Gallery - July 2015

Another great event at Starilne and sold Cabbage, acrylic.  I guess I should paint more vegetables...