at the RAA Gallery and Art Center.

Guest Artist, David Fairrington, will be doing a portrait demo in oil from a photo. Fairrington says, “I will talk about using photos, how to take them and what to look for in the photo as you paint.”

Fairrington was named a “Master Artist” by International Artist Magazine for his ability to capture and portray personality in his portrait paintings. He is one of a few artists who have been selected as one which officials in the Pentagon and other government services can select for their official portrait. After serving as an “Army Combat Artist”, he opened his own design studio where, in addition to portraits, he made movie posters for all the large movie studios. Fairrington also paints still life – winning First Place in the National Orange Show 2010 All-California Juried Art Exhibition for his still-life of an orange.

Tuesday, January 24,  7 PM at the RAA Gallery and Art Center.

Guest Artist, David Fairrington, will be doing a portrait demo in oil from a photo. Fairrington says, “I will talk about using photos, how to take them and what to look for in the photo as you paint.”

Fairrington was named a “Master Artist” by International Artist Magazine for his ability to capture and portray personality in his portrait paintings. He is one of a few artists who have been selected as one which officials in the Pentagon and other government services can select for their official portrait. After serving as an “Army Combat Artist”, he opened his own design studio where, in addition to portraits, he made movie posters for all the large movie studios. Fairrington also paints still life – winning First Place in the National Orange Show 2010 All-California Juried Art Exhibition for his still-life of an orange.

Celebrate the New Year with your updated bio.

I would like to invite all artists, to write or rewrite their bio.

Just 2 sheets (its not a catalogue of work):

Sheet 1: a brief bio and photo of yourself with contacts details (website/email address/telephone number)

Sheet 2: 3 photograph examples of your work with your name or website on the bottom of the page

Leave them in the office in RAA (mine is the box on the top of the pigeon holes) and I will file them.

Also: remember when you are taking pieces in for a show to include your business card with each piece.  People regularly ask about the artist of the work they purchase.

Many thanks, Liz Coviello (Historian)

RAA Scrapbooks/Archives

I will soon be updating the scrapbooks in the RAA and if you have anything pertinent that you think should go into the Archives please drop it off in the RAA office in my box.

Many thanks, Liz Coviello (Historian)

Senior Program Seeks Art Instructor

The City of San Bernardino is looking for an experienced teacher with expertise in acrylic, oil and watercolor to offer a 2-hour per week class at Perris Hill Senior Center, 780 E 21st St, San Berdo.  An additional class at the Senior Center at 600 W 5th may also be an option.   Contact Linda Gomez, recreation coordinator, of the City of San Bernardino for more detailed information.  She can best be reached by email gomez_li@sbcity.org.  She can also be reached by phone but spends her time divided between the two senior centers – 909-384-5435 or 909-384-5436.

Gail Brownfield

Welcome to Redlands Show: Margaret Clark Gallery at RHS

Redlands artists are invited to “bring out the classics.” RAA and the community of Redlands want to give our support for the “revival” of the Margaret Clark Gallery at Redlands High School. The show, “Welcome to Redlands” will open March 18 and be open to the public as well as the school community for two weeks. The Margaret Clark Gallery is a full size, professionally appointed Fine Art Gallery with public access and a warm ambience, now available for community shows weekends, evenings and holidays. Principal Christina Rivera welcomes the Artists of Redlands to submit historic or recent works of art exhibiting a “pure” Redlands theme or local Citrus theme (one, special work only, please). Selected student work will be shown along with our most honored and revered Redlands Art Masters.  Dust off your early classic Redlands works or submit Framed Fine Art Prints including photographs.

Works will be collected by John Fisher at the RAA Gallery or during appointed times at the Margaret Clark Gallery (840 E. Citrus Ave. Redlands High School, Library Building just East of Grace Mullen Auditorium). You can call or email John to let him know you are interested. Artists may offer work for sale, commission free (donations accepted) and may supply personal flyers, cards and brochures to be placed in the display. Contact John via messages at RAA Gallery, 792-8435 or John’s email: jd.fish@verizon.net

John Fisher

The prospectus is being mailed to about 1000 artists in Southern California but if you don’t get one, they will be available at the Gallery soon.   This is the only juried show in the Redlands Art Association Gallery.  Being accepted into the show is a feather in anyone’s cap…beginner or professional.   Artists outside the area can mail in their pieces- instructions are in the prospectus.   Take in is Sunday, February 26 and the show’s Opening Reception is on March 2.  More information later.

There have been quite a few changes at RAA throughout the past year and I would like to personally thank each and every member for the support and patience shown to those of us who serve on the operating committee. We don’t always get it right, but we do try! I would also like to thank all of our tireless volunteers who work toward making the gallery a better place to be.

Coming up soon – Photography Show in the East Gallery – Take-In: Saturday, February 4, 12-3. Entry forms and details in gallery. Our annual juried show, the Multi-Media Mini show, take-in is Sunday, February 26. Prospectus mailing is going out this week and will also be available in the gallery.

Membership dues for 2012 are due now. Renew on-line, in the gallery or by mail.

And as always, volunteers are needed to help in the sales gallery, to help maintain computer listings, and future open positions include education, hospitality, and attendant coordinator. If you are interested in one of these positions or would consider other volunteer work please contact Tia Shira or Gail Brownfield.

Dance the Days!
Gail

Take-in will be on Saturday, February 4th from 12-3 pm.  The show will be in the Gallery February 6 through the 12th, with an Open House Reception on Sunday, February 12, from 2 to 5 pm.

It’s that time of year, it’s time to renew your RAA Membership! This year we’ve made it even easier to renew by adding a form to our website that allows you to type in your information and then pay for the membership with your credit card. We’re using PayPal as a way to safely and securely process credit card information, but you do not need to have a PayPal account to use this service, you can also just enter your credit card information and be on your way. This online form is located here.

We also have a form on the website that you can type in and then print out and mail with a check to the gallery, this form is located here.

This month’s print newsletter will have a membership form, and of course there are always forms available at the gallery. However you do it, please remember to renew your membership with the RAA. As a group, this association can accomplish so much, and this all starts with your renewal dues!

Thanks – Candy Glendening, Newsletter Editor

Holiday Greetings from Executive Director Randy Hill

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Written about, sung about, movies galore and we even hum about it. We’ve had the turkey and stuffing and now it’s time to pull out the holiday decorations, the pie tins and the cookie sheets. It is time to put up the lights, write the cards and light the candles. Time for the family to get together and share favorite stories, share favorite recipes, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, have a slice of fruit cake (you may want to skip this one) and open gifts.

Speaking of gifts…two tidbits of information for you. Did you know the Redlands Art Association has unique, one of a kind pieces of beautiful art, incredible jewelry, gorgeous hand painted scarfs and ties and many more wonderful gift ideas. Come on by, take a look around, enjoy the gallery and support art in our community. And the second tidbit…we are open seven days a week and we are even open on December 24th!!! Come see what holiday shopping is all about. We look forward to greeting you soon.

From the Board of Directors, our volunteers and staff and our students and our artists we wish you and your family a wonderful, safe and happy holiday season.

Randy Hill

RAA book Fair and Book Signing a Big Success

There are many people to thank for planning and participating in the RAA  Book Fair at Barnes & Noble on November 12th.  Our art education funds will receive a check from B&N for $1,270.13 from the percentage of sales during the designated five day fair period.

Tia Shira masterminded the plan for the event that accompanied the book signing of “Palms to Peaks: The Art of Janet Edwards” by Janet and Fred Edwards.  In the midst of several personal family trips, she found volunteers, organized activities, secured children’s art work, moved tables etc. to produce a great day!

Among the members of RAA who assisted her were the following: Elena Pattison,  Sandra Meichsner, Sandy Davies, Kristy Bergeson, Sue Kavacevich, Kris Bussard, Jerry Meeker, Pat Meeker, Gail Brownfield, John Brownfield, Scott Shira, guest artists Larissa and Keith Marantz.  High School helpers:  Mailia, Matea, Jennifer, Jacob, Alex, Gabby, Melanie and Ryan.  Thanks also to Laurie Aldern of Barnes and Noble who helped co-ordinate the day.

Books are now available through the RAA and will of course benefit the association and can be signed and personalized as requested.

Janet Edwards– for MCAEEF

Edwards Christmas Art Show

Janet and Fred Edwards will hold their Christmas Art Show and Sale in their home:

• Friday, Dec. 16 – 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec.17 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

At their home, 1314 Del Haven Court, Redlands, 92374.

For further information call (909) 793-7169 or see web site janetmedwards.com. All are welcome.

Spring Artist’s Way Workshop

Sign-ups are being taken now for a new Artist’s Way Workshop.  This popular class is based on the bestselling book, The Artist’s Way, by Julia Cameron.  It is designed to unblock your creativity and to help in setting and reaching creative goals.  It is a fun and exciting class with a great group dynamic, and is led by successful photographer and  workshop leader, Judith Sparhawk.

The class begins with a free no-obligation Orientation on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.  This is a chance to learn more about this program, ask questions, and find out if it is for you.  The workshop will then begin the following week on Wednesday, February 1^st , from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., and will continue weekly for 12 weeks.  Don’t miss it.  Come into the gallery to sign up, or come to the orientation.  For more information, contact Judith Sparhawk at (909) 793-1876 or email: jsparhawk746@yahoo.com

Upcoming Fiberworks Weaving Class

Tuesdays 1/10, 1/17, 2/7, and 2/21, 2012

$65/70 members/non-members for 4 classes

After basic loom dressing, I will emphasize fiber wall hangings and showing how to use methods of altering a flat weaving.  There are many hand-manipulation techniques to learn and class members can opt to make a sampler weaving for their own reference.  In addition we will explore warp and weft pulling or incorporating various non-fiber elements (such as weeds, branches, etc.).

I prefer a 2 harness Kayanee “Karin”, 10 warps/inch, rigid heddle lap loom (20″ wide) which weaves a simple tabby.  If you have another portable table loom bring it to class.  I have 2 for borrowing.

Please see supply list with the sign up sheet at RAA gallery for information on buying a lap loom (there are many companies).  It is fun!

You are welcome to call me at 909-793-6761 with any questions.

Evelyn Ifft 

Membership renewals are due January 1st and we are trying to make renewal easier for you and smoother on take-in day. If you wish, try our new renewal on-line feature. At our website choose ‘Members’ tab, then select ‘Membership Form’. Complete this form, press ‘Join RAA Now’ button when complete. You will be asked how you want to pay for your membership. All on-line payments will be handled through Pay Pal but you do not need a Pay Pal account. You can pay by credit card, debit card, pay pal or choose to be billed later. Make sure that you print out the receipt for payment. If you would prefer to pay by check, print out the Membership Form and bring or mail to RAA. If you are planning to bring in new work on January 4th please bring your payment confirmation email or your receipt. Our take-in crew will have our most current list of on-line payments but your receipt will expedite take-in for you.

You will also be asked to sign a new gallery agreement for 2012. The number of paintings and table top items that an artist can submit reverts back to our normal numbers; 3 paintings and 10 table top items.

I wish to personally thank all of those volunteers who have made contributions in time to help our gallery keep the doors open and to help our education program function so well.

Dance the Days,
Gail Brownfield

TRANSFORMATION!

Adeola is a mixed media/jewelry artist as well as a k-12 and teacher is the featured artist at Redlands Art Association for the month of December. A self-taught artist, Adeola began her painting at an early age and credited her consistency and endurance in her ability to create joy, love, and positive outlook in her painting. She sells her work at art shows, museums and galleries in California. Her work is in both private and public collections. Adeola’s work has been used in many T.V and movie productions. Adeola works in various mediums and continues to expand her horizon in art!

Jewelry items, enamels and wall art will all be part of Davies-Aiyeloja’s show at RAA from Saturday Dec. 3 through Dec. 23. A public reception will be held Dec. 17  from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the gallery, 215 E. State St. For information, call 909-792-8435

There will be a holiday studio tour on Sunday, December 11th from 10 am to 5 pm. 5 local artists, including RAA members Muriel Dolemieux, Aïda Schneider and Candy Glendening, will open their studios to share their process with interested art lovers. They will also have work available for purchase, just in time for holiday gift giving!

For more information see postcards in the gallery or this website.

http://www.facebook.com/events/252258044828954/

for more info, contact penny at artworker@magpieseye.com