Two Artists | One Show
Many Stories
Elaine Weiner-Reed - "Talking Story" ©2018 - 36"H x 24"W
So many stories to tell and things to talk about. Life is a constant source of inspiration for both of us... Hence our show title "Portraits of Life - The Art of Storytelling."
When my Artist friend April Rimpo invited me to plan an exhibit with her, I was thrilled. We had talked for years about doing a two-person show, so this was a long-awaited opportunity.
If you think I am a planner (let me refer you my 3-part series of articles on artists and art show-planning: part one of my three-part series followed by part 2 and part 3), then make room for April. And I do mean this in a good way!
I found out that I have much to learn from her. April definitely gets an A+ in the Planning Department. I probably still get an A in the planning department, but we are doing our best to share the load and plan great show. Both of us are bringing our best art and our best game forward. One thing we have in common is that neither of us compromises on our Art.
Highlighting Differences
Accentuating Common Ground
So, how did we go about planning for our show? We began by honestly discussing our strengths and what we loved about the other's style, background, art, and methods. Afterwards, we discussed how our styles complemented the other and we then "divided" tasks between us accordingly - in order to conquer our myriad to-do lists!Mind you... This is all in addition to creating new work for this show. While some of the work might be familiar from blog posts or newsletters, none of it will have ever been exhibited at this venue. We think you are in for a treat!
Venue:
Slayton House - The Bernice Kish Galleries, Wilde Lake Village Center, Columbia, MD.Important Dates To SAVE...
Exhibit Opens: 9 May 2019 - Closes 8 June 2019
Creative Art Coaching Workshop: 15 May 2019 - 1:00 - 3:30 PM (7 students)
Creative Collaboration I: 21 May - 6:00 - 8:00PM
Creative Collaboration II: 22 May - 6:00 - 8:00PM
Opening Reception and Gallery Walk-n-Talk: 18 May - 3:00 - 5:00 PM
The Magic of Collaboration
As a result of many discussions and brainstorming sessions, April and I realized we each have something unique to offer in a co-taught seminar. Each of us and our individual creative path has led us to different experiences we can share with other artists. As a result, we will be co-instructors for a Creative Art Coaching Session. Information on the session follows. True to our 'divide and conquer' philosophy, we co-built the curriculum and April is hosting our class sign-up sheet and Launch page.
Following is the information you will need to help you decide if this opportunity is right for you. Click on this Creative Art Coaching link to register online and pay for the class.
Creative ART Coaches April Rimpo & Elaine Weiner-Reed
Combined, these credentialed artists
offer over 75 years of artistic professional experience. Their different styles
and backgrounds results in an exciting teaching experience. Their goal is to
help others problem-solve and achieve their goals.
Creative
ART Coaching is designed
to be an interactive session focused on
helping serious artists looking to bring their art and their art business to a
new level.
If you feel stuck in
achieving your professional goals, whether it is increasing your exposure
through shows and exhibitions, planning a solo exhibition, building a
portfolio, finding a gallery, or understanding what people mean when they say
they are looking for “a consistent body of work,” our goal is to provide you
with insights on how to get beyond your current hurdles.
A maximum of
7 students will be accepted into the coaching session. Each person will provide
from two to four questions/areas of interest they would like discussed during
the session. The entire group will be present throughout the full 2.5 hours of
the coaching session. For our team coaching to be most effective, we ask each
participant to focus on a particular aspect or specific goal of your art
business where you desire assistance. Overly broad or generic questions
have been found to be less-beneficial to every participant. We want optimum benefits for all.
Click on this Creative Art Coaching link to register online and pay for the class.
If you know me and April, you know we will give you our ALL and the very best information and ideas we can give. Mentoring and helping others is a core value for both of us.
Come
prepared to focus on your specific art business questions, challenges, or goals.
We look forward to welcoming you to our show and in our new class!
Meanwhile, both artists are busy creating new work for this show and continuing their ongoing series. Let us know when to expect you...
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| Be sure to stop in and visit Elaine as she works! | Elaine's Artist-in-Residence Studio 310B at Maryland Hall for The Creative Arts (Annapolis) |
Yours in Art,
Elaine
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