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Issue 43– July 2020
310 Walnut Street, Milton, DE 19968
[email protected] www.miltonartsguild.org
OpeningDay–StillaQuestion!
Aftermuchdiscussionamongtheboard,we’vedecidedtowaituntilinformationaboutPhase3isannouncedtoopenthegallery.Whenweopen,wewanteveryonetofeelsafe.Sointhemeantime,keeppainting!Ourfirstexhibitionwillbe“Celebration!”-atwoweekshowfeaturingworkyou’vealldoneduringthishealthcrisis.Pleasegotothewebsitetodownloadtheprospectusforthisshow…forthisspecialshowwe’reonlyaskinga$10
entryfeeforupto4piecesofart.Framingrequirementshavebeenrelaxed.
ZoomClasses
Duringthispandemic,SueDuttonandLyndaRaeGannonspearheadedclassesheldonline.Sofar,over109peopleparticipatedin15differentclasses.Theseeffortskeptourbillspaid.Peoplefrom11differentstates,evenaladyfromIndialoggedinforspiritedlearningandsocialinteraction.Onepersonhastaken11differentclassessofar!Wecan’tthankeveryoneenough.SueandLyndaRaedeservespecialthanks,asdotheteacherslearninghowtoteachviaZoomandkeepingMAGgoing…AnneBuck,Kathy
Fessenbecker,DebraWolford-Riser,andGeriGaskill.
New Online classes are available. Watercolor Techniques with Anne Buck, “Wet in Wet” with Geri
Gaskill, plus we still have DropIn Zoomdoodle sessions. Look for details in this newsletter. Registration and payment on the
website at www.miltonartsguild.org.
Our very creative arOur very creative ar tists have donated custom made,tists have donated custom made, high quality cloth high quality cloth masks to the Guild. Let’s masks to the Guild. Let’s face it , you neeface it, you nee d more than one! Td more than one! T hey are hey are
probably going to become the new fashion accessory for a while as they are probably going to become the new fashion accessory for a while as they are effective in slowing the spread. They are for sale at MAG for a minimum effective in slowing the spread. They are for sale at MAG for a minimum
donation of $8. You can donation of $8. You can contact contact Cindy Schmidt to arrange for purchase by Cindy Schmidt to arrange for purchase by emailingemailing [email protected]. [email protected].
by sending an email to [email protected].
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Expand your knowledge about water and paint. This class for beginners concentrates on different techniques to use in watercolor. Learn about color mixing, color theory, values, shading, brush work, textures, shadows while
applying those techniques painting sky, water, trees, and flowers.
Shadows
ValuestudyandColorStudy
Drybrush
Go to www.MiltonArtsGuild.org to register and pay. When you are registered
you will get a code for the zoom class. Please download the zoom.com program on your computer, tablet, or phone prior
to the class so you are ready to go!
Anne Buck is an award-winning watercolorist who loves the luminosity and translucence of watercolor.
Design and creativity have been infused in her education with a bachelor’s degree in Ornamental Horticulture and Landscape Design and a master’s degree in Biology Education. In her working career she used her design skills as
a Conservationist for Erosion and Sediment Control, office manager and draftsman for Jennifer Thompson Architects, and a science teacher for Cape Henlopen School District. She studied watercolor with nationally
recognized artists such as Mary Whyte, Charles Reid, and Janet Rogers.
Anne is a member of the International Watercolor Society, Delaware Watercolor Society, the Rehoboth Art League, and is Past President & currently the Education Director of the Milton Art Guild all in Delaware. Her
work is on display at the various art leagues, and has been on display in Delaware’s Biggs Art Museum. She can be found periodically in shows throughout the beach communities. Anne invites you to visit her website
at www.annebuck.com
Pleasecheckthewebsitefor
SupplyListfortheseclasses.
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Cost: $15 for all sessions in July. Take one or take all, your choice,
the fee is the same….Just $15 for the entire month of sessions. Such A Deal!
2 Sessions Weekly – Tuesdays & Thursdays
3:30 – 4:30pm Both sessions cover the same material.
July 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 & 30 Once you are registered, you will receive
an email invite with the link to sign in. Go to www.miltonartsguild.org
to register.
You've maybe heard of Zentangle or Zendoodle, but now we have Zoomdoodle!
Zoomdoodle is instruction done online using Zoom. (Don't worry, it's easy to get online. we will
help you)
Doodling is a way to relax while doing something creative. Warning: It's very addictive!
You’ll learn at minimum, three (3) "doodles" during each session. Later, put your
doodles together to create something like what you see below. It all starts with a single line.
All you need is a fine line marker (micron markers and fine sharpies work fine) and some paper, also have something to make circles - canned food, jar tops, glasses, etc. work just
fine.
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Social Distancing = Zoom Artful Happy Hours
Add Art to your Happiness! Milton Arts Guild now offers Artful Happy Hours On Line
for Parties up to 10 people via Zoom. All for only $40. These online parties feature “ZoomDoodling”
Email us at
to reserve a happy hour. We will contact you to arrange time & day.
Heard of Zentangle or Zendoodle? ZoomDoodle combines the relaxing but creative aspects of both
Zentangle and Zendoodle.
Enjoy learning with up to 9 of your friends For Beginners & Beyond.
Your computer, phone, or tablet makes it easy to get your friends together, share a libation or two,
and experience something new. It all starts with a single line. And it doesn’t have to be straight!
Warning: ZenDoodling can be very addictive.
You’ll need fine line markers (micron markers, fine sharpies, but a good pen will
work) a soft lead pencil (#2) and paper. Cardstock works best (even the non-shiny
surface of old cards). Heavier paper gives the best results.
Any kind of tool to make straight lines, circles, and curves can also be beneficial.
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Painting loosely, “wet in wet”, creates a look like no other. When wet paint meets wet paper wonderful things start to happen especially in skies and water. Many view it as “letting go” as control is tricky. Our class highlights this technique,
building depth in paintings as they slowly dry, incorporating “lifting” and “masking” keeping the whites to create this classic Delaware marsh scene.
Gerilyn Gaskill guides you through the process. This class is for Beginner and Intermediate level painters.
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You will need 8”x10” or larger pieces of good quality watercolor paper (taped or mounted on support board), Brushes - Round, Flat, Fan & Baker’s Brush, plus a Rigger (liner) brush, water container, paper towels, sea sponge, liquid masking
fluid, drawing notebook, small misting spray bottle, water container, pencil, and kneaded eraser. Your regular palette-your chosen colors-but add Yellow Ocher
and Raw Sienna for sky effects.
This will be a ZOOM Class. Go to www.MiltonArtsGuild.org for registration and payment.
When you are registered you will get a code for the zoom class. Please download the zoom.com program on your computer,
tablet, or phone prior to the class so you are ready to go!
Gerilyn Gaskill’s passion is capturing the beauty of the Delaware coastline & Delmarva landscapes in watercolor, oil and acrylics. Her interest in art started young in kindergarten, helped along by her great-grandfather, artist August Seiler, who also painted coastal imagery. Her aunt Sheryl Woods of Lewes, DE also helped cultivate her love of art throughout her life, especially in plein air. Her goal is to capture the here and now before it’s forgotten. She paints
the changing time, a visual history that stirs your memories.
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“Shadow Play” show will now be a Judged Show – Not Juried. That means all entries will be accepted, if framed and presented properly (check that prospectus).
Prize ribbons and money will be presented. Dates are still TBA.
Keep this on your Calendar, until we hear otherwise, MAG’s 2020 ARTWALK date: October 17th, from 11am - 3pm. If you participated last year,
and/or want to this year, please let Anne Buck know.
Scenes fromKathy Fessenbecker’s Negative Painting
ElainePetrowski
President’s Podium IndependenceDayapproaches.HowIwishtobeindependentofallofthemessintheworld.Alas,thatisimpossible.Weallcan,however,continuetosupporteachother,haveakindword,takecareofourselves,andtakecontrolofthethingsthatwecancontrol.Wecancontrolwhatweputinourmouths,whatwedototakecareofourselves,andwhatwedowhileisolating.
Ihopeyouaredoingart,relaxing,enjoyinggoodweather,reachingouttoothers,andsmiling.Weattheguildhavebeenworkingbehindthescenestotrytomakesenseofthenumbersofpositivecases,tryingtomakethebestdecisionsaboutopeningornot,tryingtokeepoursanityinaninsaneworld,andworkingtoprovidesomesocialinteractionsthroughouronlineclasses.
TheboardhasmadethedecisionnottoopenuntilDelawareisinPhase3ofreopening.Withtherisingofsomeofthenumbers,wemadethisdecisionwithalotofdeliberationand
considerationofourmembershipandourdocents.So,wearestillonhold.Wewanttobeassafeaspossibleandwealsowanttobeabletotrulycelebratewithasmanypeopleaspossiblewhen
weonceagainareabletoopenourdoors.
Wearelookingforwardtobeingbackinfullswing.Wemissallofyou.
…Sue Dutton
SusanHaran
SandeeDuncan
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Now is the time to BUY LOCAL, FREQUENT LOCAL RESTAURANTS, either through carry out or “dining in”, BUY FROM SMALL BUSINESSES choosing them instead of big box or online shopping. Every little bit will
help get people back on their feet.
We salute, admire, and recognize the great debt we owe to the health care professionals and workers, teachers, at-home substitute teachers, cooks,
delivery folks, truck drivers, cleaners, grocery & drug store workers, garbage collectors, all those we sometimes just take for granted. These
people are bravely working tirelessly during this crisis to keep us safe, fed, supplied, and saving lives. Also to those who have tried to bring bright spots
to these dark days, keep it going! You are inspiring us all.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Asmoststoreshaveclosedduringthishealthemergency,onlinestoresseemtobetheonlyplacetogotoorderartsupplies.Belowisalistofonlinestoresthatofferartsupplies.Pleasemakesureyoucheckthedeliverytimesfromeachsoyouwillhave
whatyouneedwhenyouneedit!
Amazon.comJerry'sArtarama.comCheapJoes.comMichaels.comDickBlick.com
(IfyouorderthruAmazon's"Smile"operationSMILE.AMAZON.COM,pleasedesignateMiltonArtsGuildasyourcharity.You'llbehelpinguskeepgoing!)
MAG Board of Directors President – Sue Dutton
Vice President – Lynda Rae Gannon Treasurer – Sue Marano Secretary – Donna Sheppard
Education Coordinator – Anne Buck Hospitality – Gillian Benson & Diane Hake Communications – Rita Poore Membership – Carol Yost
Membership Mentoring – Elaine Petrowski Docents – Cynthia Schmidt Exhibitions – Cathy Serwalt & Sandee Duncan Community Liaison – Liz Miceli
Artful Touch – Lynda Rae Gannon & Linda Braswell Gallery Manager – Sally Reed
Please check the website for board member contact information www.miltonartsguild.org
Register with Delaware Division of the Arts to join their Artist’s Roster. Go to https://arts.delaware.gov, find the heading “artist” on the upper right corner of the Delaware Artist Roster home page, and click on “Register” to create an application for a new listing or “Log In” to
edit existing listings. MAG is supported in part by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state
agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com.
