Yesterday was the last day of painting for Paint the Great South Bay. In the morning we had a "quick draw" event. Between 8 and 9 am artists had their canvas/paper stamped with my pink logo and then went to paint in a location of their choice. Linda and I went to Weeks Boat Yard which is located nearby. I can always find something there to paint. I sketched one of the boats on the other side of the marina. I was hiding in the shade from another one of the boats.
Linda was also tucked in the shade of one of the boats. She does really colorful, bright paintings...a style I love but could never do.
The artists had to be back at the front of the Patchogue Theatre promptly by 12 noon for their painting to be checked. The framed pieces were then on display from 12-1 and any people passing by the theater were asked to vote for their favorite. The winner got 2 tickets to one of the theater events.
Here are some people casting their votes.
The winning people's choice was the painting by Jeanne Salucci which is all the way over on the easel on the left.
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| Left to right: Beth Giacoummo (Executive Director of the Patchogue Arts Council, Jeanne Salucci, Linda Davison Matheus, Debbie Taylor Meekins, Gina Lento, and Michael Chait |
Not all the artists took part in the quick draw. Some were still out painting in other locations to get their last pieces done for the event. Dropoff of the artwork was Saturday night and then the paintings were hung and the exhibit was open to the public today.
Just saw your FB post with the photos from the show! Congrats -- what terrific event!
ReplyDeleteIt was a lot of fun and there were a lot of talented people...even a few kids who did wonderful work. Thanks.
DeleteOh Joan - such a great of the boat...looks like everyone accomplished wonderful sketches. Always a delight to see your work friend. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet, Debbie. Thanks so much.
DeleteSuper busy and very productive you this past week! Congratulations on all the wonderful things that came out of it.
ReplyDeleteIt was a busy and exciting week. Thanks, Mel.
DeleteI always enjoy having a People's Choice draw - it seems to make people actually stop and look at the art instead of just doing a quick walk through. Although I don't often agree with their choices - lol. Your painting is charming.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Val. I have so many paintings I've done at that location.
DeleteYour painting and you are amazing. You must be worn out. Quick draw is hard on your brain. :-) Happy you made it through and did so well.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jo. I know you experienced it recently too.
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