Tag: Paint & Palette Club

A Time and a Purpose for All Things

Rosie Bouse Not long after October’s pumpkins had been prepared into November’s palate-pleasing Thanksgiving pies, December’s parties produced pounds of pasties, plum puddings, more pies, and perhaps a few more pounds for each of us! Such was the spread at Paint & Palette’s Christmas party. Deb’s dessert was not only picture perfect but decadent. Mary…

Paint & Palette Club Creates Holiday Ornaments

Rosie Bouse If you were to observe Ann Swirczynski’s workshop on Creating Holiday Ornaments with Alcohol Inks, you would note a definitely happy holiday hum. The Indian Paintbrush Room in the CATC building was buzzing with creativity as participants transformed plain glass globes into regal orbs, sure to be treasured as heirlooms by family and…

Robson Artists Showcase Talent

Sandy Hestes The Robson Paint & Palette Club held their art exhibit, “The Eyes Have It,” in September. The array of paintings and mixed-media pieces centered around the theme of Eyes, but artists were encouraged to branch out to unique uses of eyes and I’s. The group of artists meet regularly to share ideas, techniques,…

Paint & Palette Club’s Collage Workshop Sparks Creativity

Sandy Hestes Julia Kellogg of the Paint & Palette Club recently hosted a lively, two-session workshop focused on mark-making and collages. Participants experimented with household items to create unique marks on paper using India ink, paints, and crayons. The creative process was filled with laughter and camaraderie as attendees produced one-of-a-kind collage papers. These papers…

2024 Paint & Palette Club Upcoming Events

Sandy Hestes The Paint & Palette Club meets on Mondays, with each person bringing their current or new project and supplies to work on. Assistance is readily available from fellow members who are eager to share their skills and knowledge. Friday mornings also offer studio time to artists, so many Paint & Palette members get…

Pen and Ink Shading Techniques

Sandy Hestes During an engaging session, artist Judy Riffel, Paint & Palette Club Board president, led Robson residents through four essential shading techniques using pen and ink. Sponsored by the Paint & Palette Club, this workshop marked the first Third Monday Art Experience of 2024. Participants immersed themselves in a hands-on session, exploring various technique…

Wrapping Up 2023 with ‘A Splash of Color’

Sandy Hestes In a captivating session, artist Judy Riffel guided Robson residents through an impactful lesson on watercolor techniques, brush usage, color theory, and achieving the best consistency of paint and water. The workshop, sponsored by the Paint & Palette Club, was the final “Third Monday Art Experience” for 2023. A particularly engaging aspect of…