Rosie Bous Upon meeting Julia Kellogg, one might think that she was a born artist. “To the contrary,” she says, Julia did not delve into her painting and collage creations until 2010 after retiring from her 29-year career as a corporate executive for Kohl’s. It was, however, in Julia’s genes to create lovely works of…
Rosie Bouse There was a happy hum in the clubhouse hallways as attendees of the “Art Is Our Happy Place” winter exhibition came to meet the artists on Feb. 22. The guests ambled leisurely, chatting with the artists during the cocktail hour, which preceded the Big Swing’n Band dance. A wide variety of art was…
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…
Rosie Bouse Janet Coddington was a school counselor by profession, but her interest in art has been rekindled in retirement. She now is enjoying her membership in the Paint & Palette Club. Her story and art are displayed in our window in the CATC building. There you will find quite an assortment of Janet’s delightful…
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…
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,…
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…
The Paint & Palette Club will present The “Eyes” Have It fall art exhibit in the Robson Ranch clubhouse Sept. 8-14. A Meet the Artists reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be a cash bar.
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…
Sandy Hestes The Paint & Palette Club is thrilled to announce our spring art exhibition, “Windows & Doors.” Step into a world where every window tells a story, and every door beckons with possibility. From rustic barn doors to elegant French windows, this exhibit showcases the variety of ways in which these gateways frame our…