Rita Kirkman Studio - Art News

May 2017

These are the beautiful days of springtime in south Texas, before it really gets hot! I have two outdoor events this month that I'm looking forward to, as well as a painting at the Salmagundi Club, some new videos on Youtube, and a workshop at a fantastic all-inclusive resort just added to the schedule!

Cottonwood Art Festival

Richardson, TX - May 6-7

I'm thrilled to have been called off the wait list for the Cottonwood Art Fest this year! I'll have some new work since the Bayou City Art fest in Houston in March was a good one!

www.cottonwoodartfestival.com

Below is a short video of my booth from the art fest in Houston. Some of these paintings are still available and will be with me in Richardson...

Booth at the BCAF Memorial Park Houston 2017

"Transience of Innocence" to show in NYC

My newest large figurative painting, "Transience of Innocence" (pastel, 26x19in.) was accepted into the Hudson Valley Art Association's 84th Annual National Juried Exhibition.

The show takes place April 30 - May 5, 2017
At the historic Salmagundi Club Gallery, 47 Fifth Ave, NYC.

Awards Reception: Friday, May 5th, 5-8 PM

View the show online here:

www.hudsonart.org/84th-annual

Transience of Innocence

Judging the PGE Member Show

First Place - "Harley" by Claudia Chimenti

A few weeks ago, I was asked by Dorothea Schulz of the Pastel Guild of Europe to be the judge for their "Get Dusty" Online Member's Show for the month of April. I was honored to accept!

April's theme for the competition was Baby Animals. Awww... who could resist? View the award winners and read my comments here...

"Baby and Mama"

A speed-demo video!

"Baby and Mama" Pastel Speed Demo

My daughter has been taking on the task of editing my raw videos into something manageable for posting. Check out the other newest videos on my YouTube channel Including a real-time demo of these same elephants!

Pastel Workshops

My classic Pastel Workshop focuses on painting small and often to rapidly improve your skills and expand your knowledge. Grow your grasp of light, values, color and composition in a relaxed and fun atmosphere!

Hot Summer Pastel Workshops

Spaces still available - Treat yourself to an Art Vacation!

June 7, 2017 - Albuquerque, NM, at the IAPS Convention

July 15-17, 2017 - Milwaukee, WI

July 24-26, 2017 - Ann Arbor, MI

Aug 9-11, 2017 - Kerrville, TX

And this just listed:

Nov 13-16, 2017 - Wimberley, TX - An All Inclusive Art Retreat Experience!

For a complete workshop listing and more info,

see my workshop page!

New Prints Available on Pixels .com!

I've been gradually adding images to my page on Pixels.com.

One of the world's foremost online marketplaces and networks for artists and collectors, Pixels.com is an excellent resource for selling prints and other merchandise directly to buyers.