Work of Art - Bravo TV Series

Bravo TV and Sarah Jessica Parker teamed together to create a show called Work of Art: The Next Great Artist.

The auditions were held in various cities, including Miami. I know of a few artists that auditioned. I know I looked at the application...and decided that I am just not a reality television type of artist. Here is a quick review of episodes 1 through 7. If you decide you want to watch the show, Bravo TV and Hulu can help you catch up to the current episode.

Episode 1: Self-Reflective
Artists created art about another artist in the group. The first artist dismissed did not create a piece of art that truly represented the other person.


Episode 2: The Shape of Things to Come
This episode kept me awake that night. Artists had 30 minutes in an electronic junk yard and a set time to create art from what was gathered. I loved this, kept awake by wanting to participate in the same challenge!


Episode 3: Judging a Book By Its Cover
Artists had to interpret a classic book and its story to create a cover. I loved the one for Dracula...but can understand why the Time Machine was chosen.


Episode 4: A Shock to the System
Artists had to create art that either angered, disgusted, or create a disturbing emotion in the viewer. This is one I do not think I can do very well. Oh, wait, I am in the middle of doing a series about the Gulf of Mexico oil spill....


Episode 5: Art That Moves You
Artists drove a car to its showroom and then had to interpret their experience into a piece of art. Not sure what the judges wanted in this episode: a commercial for the car or just the overall experience?


Episode 6: Open to the Public
When I saw some artist friends on my Facebook account write things like "with plywood? Are you kidding?," I had to watch. Well, I have to watch because it is fascinating to see how artists are viewed by the public. I liked one of the two pieces better...but understand why the other won.


Episode 7: Child's Play
Use only the materials found in a fantasy art class loaded with supplies for children, at a children's museum. Hmmm. I know how I would have interpreted that one...another sleepless night because of ideas.

At this blog post, I have not had a chance to view Episode 8, Opposites Attract. Episodes are also summarized by Bravo TV, along with online bonus videos.

What do you think about Work of Art? Do you have a favorite episode? Has any episode kept you awake at night, thinking of what you would create? You are welcome to comment.

Smiles,
Angeline Marie of
Angeline Marie Fine Art

Announcement: Deering Estate's “Affair En Plein Aire”

The Deering Estate and GroveHouse Artists present "Affair En Plein Aire" on Saturday and Sunday, April 17 and 18th, 2010.

Who: Artists from South Florida, event given by Deering Estate & GroveHouse Artists.

When: April 17 & 18, Saturday 9 am to 4 pm, Sunday 9 am to 3:30 pm (Judging results given at approximately 3 pm)

What: Artists create work while at the Deering Estate during the contest hours. Completed art work is juried for a later exhibit.

Where: The Deering Estate, Miami, FL (follow link for directions)

How: Tour the Deering Estate grounds while visiting over a dozen artists painting scenes of the park. This is a rare time that many artists are in one location, creating art in different media!

If you are like me, there are many events happening that weekend such as the yearly Miami-Dade Baynanza Event. The Deering Estate participates in Baynanza every year. Last year, many of the volunteers visited artists after they helped clean up the park. It was great talking about the beautiful grounds with the volunteers while I painted. Come on out and support a great park and two events!

Smiles, and, perhaps we will meet there!
Angeline-Marie of
Angeline Marie Fine Art

PS: Check out the video I made about my Third Place Winner "Banyan Tree" from last year's event! The video is called "From Palette Art." Wow, was my hair long! =)

When an Artist Judge is GREAT!

All artists know the drill: you enter an event with your art, and you are rejected or accepted. Each time, most times, the artist has to guess as to why he/she was accepted or rejected. Judges don't have the time to explain.

Sometimes, things are different. I love doing plein aire events, a.k.a paint outs a.k.a quick draws. I have had two great judges of events, and I must say it was not because I placed in the event. It was the judge took the time either before or after presenting awards to speak to all/most of the artist participants. The judge that stayed around instead of rushing off to some other place and never letting us meet them.

The first artist, Beth Ravitz [www.bethravitz.com/], explained how she chose the awards. Beth chose each for not just beauty and color, but also took into consideration the individual styles. She chose not just realistic "photographic" art, but also impressionistic and almost abstract works. She wanted a cross section of the best of each type of style. Beth took the few minutes and explained that to the group. It's been about 3 years since that Pinecrest Gardens event, and I still remember her!

Today, it was Gregory Little [http://www.gregorylittle.com] who took the time after judging to speak to each participating artist. He took the time to give me what was great about my art piece [based on Harrison Street, Hollywood, Florida] and what could be improved the next event. He was aware that I had some experience painting outdoors, and little painting street scenes and buildings. Greg took a few minutes to review these things, and he will always be remembered by me.

Both Beth and Greg's links are included in this blog post. Go see their art - their art is incredible. I am honored to have my art judged by both artists!

Smiles!

Angeline-Marie

www.angelinemarie.net