Ava, 2006
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August
2006
Hello
friends, artists, art lovers!
Its been over
six months since the last newsletter so we decided it was time for another.
Rob has a lot of workshops coming up so you'll get the full lowdown on
everything scheduled through next June. But first off, Rob has made some
headlines lately...
figure in action, large study
The
Artist's Magazine:
Top Twenty Artists under Forty
Congratulations
to Rob for being selected by The Artist's Magazine (February
2006 issue) as one of their picks for the top twenty realist artists
under the age of forty. It was a nice surprise. There are certainly
a lot of talented artists out there. It shows that realist art is
truly alive and well today!
American
Artist Workshop Magazine, Spring 2006
American
Artist editor Stephen Doherty wrote
a wonderful and informative article about the September workshop
in Ireland entitled "Rob Liberace: Learning from the Masters."
The story contains three demos and a lot of information within its
eighteen pages!
International
Artist Magazine, April/May 2006
In an
article entitled "Words from the Wise," Rob was interviewed
about important issues impacting artists today. Part two of the
series. The other artists interviewed were Burt Silverman, Chris
Saper, John Howard Sanden, Tony Rider, David Leffel, Wende Caporale,
Judith Carducci, Jacob Collins, Daniel E. Greene, Edward Jonas,
Everett Raymond Kinstler, Sherrie McGraw and Timothy Thies. |
FLORENCE
LAST APRIL, VENICE NEXT APRIL
Students
enjoyed a marvelous week touring the many art museums and drawing. All
activities were held in the ancient center of Florence. It was such
a great success that Margaret from the Art League is currently planning
a Venice trip next April. See info below. View
more photos from the Florence
trip.
A
view of Florence
from the Campanile (bell tower) - a sight worth every one the the 414
steps to the top - with no handrail. And to think that in the U.S. we
are required to install one for any more than two steps!
Celia and Ava enjoyed Florence as well (and even behaved occasionally!).
ROB'S
NEW STUDIO STILL COMING ALONG
Some
of you are asking when we're going to have a promised party for the
completion of Rob's studio. It will happen... sooner or later.
Last October Rob moved from his D.C. studio to the studio-in-progress
behind the house. Since it has everything necessary for him to set up
shop, he has put off completing the final touches (like siding!). So
if it comes to mind when you see Rob next, ask him how its going (nudge,
nudge). Actually, as always, he's been very busy with his art and various
other projects. We're just glad to have him closer to home.
Rob putting his studio to use.
AND
ROB'S BOOK STILL COMING ALONG
Still
others are asking about the book on classical drawing past due. We're
happy to say that a lot of progress has been made this year, mostly due
to the graciousness and tenacity of Rob's student and friend, Gio Argentati
- who is keeping Rob on a schedule. Thanks Gio!
IF
YOU'RE WONDERING WHY OUR HOME PHONE HAS BEEN OUT
FOR ALMOST A MONTH...
We've
been Vonaged! We thought we'd cut down on our monthly phone bill
by switching to this internet phone provider. What a big mistake! First,
phone calls to us were going to a lady in Iowa, and her calls were coming
to us, and it went downhill from there. After many hours spent trying
to straighten things out, we think that we just might get our
original phone number back (with another provider, of course). We think
they are holding our number for ransom. We're
keeping our fingers crossed that we get it back. So if you are still considering
switching, email us first and we'll email the whole story.
| UPCOMING
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE...
AUGUST
Ecorche (sculpture anatomy) workshop
at Incamminati, August 7-11
Rob
has been a frequent guest teacher at Nelson Shank's Incamminati
school in Philadelphia. The school's emphasis is on classical realism.
A group of students just returned from a two week painting workshop
and had rave reviews. For more information go to www.studioincamminati.org.
SEPTEMBER
The
Art League School in Alexandria, The
Figure in Action Sept 5, 6, 7, 8
Tuesday through Friday 10:00 - 4:00
This first workshop is not in the drawing or painting sections
of the catalog, so it is easy to overlook. The expressive
movement and energetic form of classical figure painting has influenced
artists for centuries. This class will explore the dynamic potential
of the human form and introduce these concepts into drawings and
paintings. Students will study the various approaches artists from
the past used to infuse their work with movement and energy and
then execute their own pictures with the help of live models. Demonstrations
will be given focusing on arrangement of the model and painting
and drawing technique. Contact the Art League directly at 703.683.2323
or go to www.theartleague.org
for all Art League classes.
ALSO IN SEPTEMBER
The
Classical Figure in Full Color, on a Wye River estate near historic
Easton, Maryland, September 15, 16, 17
This
three day class will explore the beauty of the human figure with
an emphasis on color. Students will create several figure paintings
in a variety of conditions both indoors and plein air. These arrangements
are designed to highlight the particular influence light has on
the figure in different environments. The dynamics of color and
skin tones will be stressed through various color studies including
set-ups with colored lights and "mud-head" painting, a
technique involving the set-up of a back-lighted model out-doors
which focuses the eye upon large color relationships rather than
isolated features. In addition to color exercises students will
have the opportunity to work on a long pose. The class will explore
different approaches to finishing a painting. Click
for complete information and to sign up.
OCTOBER
(Workshop
sold out as of 7/31 but you can be put on the waiting list)
Red
Chalk workshop in North Carolina, October 14-15
Rob
will be teaching a two day workshop entitled "The Figure in
Red Chalk" on Saturday, Oct. 14th and Sunday, Oct. 15th at
"Artspace" in Raleigh. Click
for more info and supply list.
DECEMBER
The
Art League School in Alexandria
The Painted Portrait: Children and
Young Adults. December 8, 9, 10
Students will have the opportunity to study and paint the
portraits of 5 sisters ranging in age from 6 to 17. The class will
focus on the anatomy and features of younger subjects and students
will examine, draw and paint their differences within one family
group. Students will also focus on the various approaches to portrait
painting from alla-prima to a smoothly glazed finish. Contact
the Art League directly at 703.683.2323 or go to www.theartleague.org.
JANUARY
Two
Florida Portrait workshops Scheduled for January
Two
three-day portrait painting workshops are scheduled for January
of 2007: the first, focusing on intensive color will take place
at ArtCenter Manatee
in Bradenton January 12, 13, and 14. The second will be held at
the Longboat Key Center for the
Arts January 19, 20 and 21, and will focus primarily on finishing
techniques. The two workshops are designed to work in conjunction
with one another but can also be taken independently. Please contact
the art centers for further information. View photos from the April
2005 portrait workshop or the February
2006 figure workshop at Art Center Manatee.
MARCH
The
Art League School in Alexandria
Artistic Anatomy-Drawing March 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
This class offers students a comprehensive overview of
anatomy through drawing. Both muscles and bones will be explored
and students will draw the muscles and their attachments. There
will be frequent discussions and demonstrations on the nature, orientation
and function of the human figure's anatomy. It is suggested that
students bring along an anatomy diagram or book in addition to their
art materials to help follow along. Contact the
Art League directly at 703.683.2323 or go to
www.theartleague.org.
APRIL
Italy
again! This
time visit Venice in April with Rob
The Florence trip last April was such a great success that
the Art League is currently working on plans for a group to tour
the art museums of Venice next Spring. It is scheduled for the first
week in April. More info soon! Please don't call the Art League
yet since the trip is still in the planning stage. View photos from
last April's Florence trip.
JUNE
The Art League School in Alexandria
Classical
Painting in the Cinquecento manner. June 22, 23, 24
Students will explore the extraordinary style and technique
of 16th century oil painting with an emphasis on Raphael. Students
will paint from the model and demonstrations will be offered illustrating
the various ways the classical manner can be evoked in contemporary
painting. Contact the Art League directly at 703.683.2323
or go to www.theartleague.org.
Friday
class schedule for the Art League School, Alexandria, Virginia
2006-2007
Rob
teaches the following classes at the Art League every Friday in
the Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer sessions.
Sessions last nine weeks. For information contact the Art League
directly
at 703.683.2323 or go to www.theartleague.org.
Portrait and figure explored (drawing), 10am to 2pm
Portrait and figure in oil, 2:30 to 5:30pm
Portrait and figure explored (drawing), 6:45pm to 9:45pm
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