Canyon Creek Art Expo

04/29/2022

Acrylic Pouring 101

Join Kyra Balentine, Content Studio Manager at Plaid, as she walks you through the basics of one of the most intriguing trends in crafting – paint pouring. This uniquely playful technique requires a bit of planning and an open mind. In this class you'll explore the basics of planned and unplanned pours, how to tidily coat the edges of your canvas,and a creative idea for using up your leftover paint.

Join Kyra Balentine, Content Studio Manager at Plaid, as she walks you through the basics of one of the most intriguing trends in crafting – paint pouring. This uniquely playful technique requires a bit of planning and an open mind. In this class you'll explore the basics of planned...

04/18/2022

Thu Apr 21st, 2022
World Creativity and Innovation Day

Insanity is doing the same thing, the same way, over and over, while expecting different results. We’ve all heard this saying and often apply its wisdom to reasons to change negative life habits. However, this statement can also be applied to the creative process and scientific innovation.

World Creativity and Innovation Day provides people with an excuse to try to solve old problems in new ways–with the potential of finding better and more effective methods to accomplish our goals!

View the world in a different way on World Creativity and Innovation Day, by thinking about creative solutions to a problem or engaging with other thinkers and creators.

03/30/2022

Artist Opportunity: The Greater Phoenix Economic Council is looking for artwork for their facility and online gallery that demonstrates Phoenix area life. Here’s the application: https://www.gpec.org/art-exhibit/application/

03/22/2022

Today, we would like to share a selection of great Video Lessons from Watercolor Academy

Watercolor Academy is the fast and easy way to learn watercolor. Here, you will discover the professional ways of painting that will raise your skills to the advanced level. There are many watercolor courses, but this academy is different. In this course, you will discover advanced techniques and trade secrets that are not taught anywhere else. The academy teachers will create artworks in front of your eyes while explaining everything you need to know about how to paint in watercolor the right way.

Watch Free Watercolor Video Lessons from the Watercolor Academy online art course. Discover professional watercolor painting techniques

08/11/2021

Considered a founder of Impressionism, French artist Edgar Degas (1834-1917) disliked the term and preferred to be called a Realist or an Independent. The oldest son of a French banker and a privileged Creole socialite from New Orleans, Degas showed considerable artistic skill from a young age. Born in Paris as Hilaire-Germain-Edgar De Gas, Degas reverted to a supposedly less pretentious original spelling of his last name as an adult. Primarily known for his paintings and bronze sculptures, Degas was also a printmaker and photographer.

Fascinated by movement and the physicality of his subjects, Degas gained fame portraying dancers, bathing women, and the horse racing world. He captured seemingly awkward, everyday moments, focusing on the athletic stretch, kinetic leap, the bored backstage pose, and the cumbersome shift in the tub.

Considered a founder of Impressionism, Edgar Degas actually disliked the label, preferring Realist or Independent. Best known for his paintings and bronze sculptures, Degas was also a printmaker and photographer.

07/06/2021

This is shaping up to be a great year for art investors—especially as the digital market expands. But how do you get started? Experts and collectors explain how to make art your next big investment.

This is shaping up to be a great year for art investors-especially as the digital market expands. But how do you get started?

06/11/2021

When I get the itch to paint, I seem to gravitate towards watercolor peonies. Because I love peonies! I know, I know—typical blogger/instagramer! But they've been a long time favorite. We always had a bunch growing in our back yard when I was growing up and they always reached their peak right about when school was getting out. Which, in short, is the best time of the year ;) It wasn't really summer until Mom put a giant bouquet of the raspberry and white peonies on our dining room table.

It’s just not summer until there’s a huge bouquet of flowers on the table from Mom’s garden! And, of course, peonies are my favorite! When the flowers come out, I get the itch to paint my fingers to the bone—here are a few loose watercolor flower “sketches” that I created this year!

06/01/2021

'Al Hirschfeld: Life & Legacy of the Great American Caricaturist' Webinar
Can't make it live? Register and get access to the full replay for one week! New York Adventure Club | www.AdventureClub.com
Al Hirschfeld’s drawings stand as one of the most innovative efforts in establishing the visual language of modern art through caricature in the 20th century. A self-described “characterist,” his signature work that was defined by a linear calligraphic style appeared in virtually every major publication for last nine decades. From his 75-year relationship with The New York Times to his numerous book and record covers (not to mention his 15 postage stamps), this is the story of one of the most prolific illustrators of the 20th century.

Join New York Adventure Club as we venture on a virtual trip through 20th century popular culture as drawn by Al Hirschfeld, who recorded and defined so much of show business — especially Broadway and Hollywood — through his unique and distinct drawing style.

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/al-hirschfeld-life-legacy-of-the-great-american-caricaturist-webinar-registration-154412807865/?mc_cid=4fda6439b3&mc_eid=570678877e

06/01/2021

'Dalí in America: The Surrealist Sensation' Webinar
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While Salvador Dalí was born in Catalonia, Spain and developed close relationships with artists working in Paris during the late 1920s, it was his first trip to United States in 1934 that sparked a special "home away from home" bond that would last for the rest of his life. But who exactly was this elusive Surrealist artist and why was there a reciprocal fascination between him and the New World? This is the story of Dalí, and his collaborations in the American film, fashion, and art worlds that made him one of the most intriguing overseas artists in U.S. history.

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/dali-in-america-the-surrealist-sensation-webinar-registration-153565555711/?mc_cid=4fda6439b3&mc_eid=570678877e