Open Studio Tour & Art Sale (2017 Fall)

Will be participating in this event!

Artists Open their Studios to the Public

Open Studio Tour & Art Sale

The HotA Open Studio Tour supports the Tucson Arts Community, the local economy and educates or brings awareness to the general public about the Visual Arts. The event draws about 10,000 visitors annually to over 200 artists’ studios throughout Tucson and Pima County.

Tucson and Pima County

The public is invited to visit artists within their natural habitat, studio, or workshop on a free self-guided tour. This allows them to see first-hand how artists work or learn more about their process. They may also purchase preliminary work, smaller studies, and unframed or framed gallery-ready original fine art directly from the artists within their studios.

About the Facilitator

Artists & artisans located deep within the heart of Tucson, Arizona band together through the Heart of Tucson Art (HoTA) to celebrate the rich artistic culture of the Tucson Arts District. For more information, visit heartoftucsonart.org.

Dates & Hours

Studios will be open on the following dates and times.

October 28, 2017, Saturday (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
October 29, 2017, Sunday (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Sales

Original artwork is available for take-home on the same-day purchase. Major credit cards listed below, check, or cash is accepted.

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Drawing with Pen & Ink (Fall 2017)

Ideal for anyone interested in travel sketching or sketching on the go or anyone interested in sketching or using pen & ink or ink with watercolor. This medium is worth getting to know as it is perfect for sketching on the go. Learn techniques for pen and ink with guidance from an experienced artist, starting with how to select the right supplies. Find out how to create quick single-line sketches of your surroundings quickly before adding contrast and dimension. Once your shapes are sketched, you'll learn to add textures and details that will enhance your sketches.

Artwork by Christy Olsen

You will also learn mark-making techniques and tips for creating perspective with ease. Switch to a brush pen and learn how to draw like a painter by working with tone and shape instead of a line. You will also learn how to work with a brush using inks and also try some colored inks.

Meets: (2) Saturday Afternoons 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3-hour duration)
Dates: Nov. 4, 11 in 2017
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N Los Altos Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705)

Instructor: Christy Olsen
Format: Demonstration, lecture, & one-on-one instruction provided during hands-on practice.
Level: Absolute Beginner to advanced, all levels are welcome!

Medium: Pen & Ink
Technique: Drawing Techniques Specific to Pen & Ink
Materials: Bring your own supplies.

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Open Studio Tucson Artists in Gallery at the J (Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2017)

Will be in the show!

Who's There. 9x12. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

Group Exhibition & Art Sale

This year, Gallery at the J will present selected artworks from multiple artists participating in the Heart of Tucson Art and Art Trails local artist-run Open Studio Tour. The exhibit and art sale kicks off the 2018 Open Studio Spring Tour!

Admission is free and open to the public.

Dates

September 29 - October 18, 2017

Artist's Reception

October 18, 2017 (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

Artists & artisans located deep within the heart of Tucson, Arizona band together through the Heart of Tucson Art (HoTA) to celebrate the rich artistic culture of the Tucson Arts District. For more information, visit heartoftucsonart.org. For more information on Art Trails, visit arttrails.org.

About the Gallery

The Gallery at the J is located in the main hall of the Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC). It hosts various art exhibitions throughout the year, each with a unique genre in the gallery.

The Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC), sometimes called the "Tucson J," is a 110,000-square-foot center built in 1989 and recently renovated in 2015. With more than 2000 families and 5000 members, the Tucson J is open to the Tucson community for all people, all faiths, all identities, all abilities, and all walks of life.

Location

Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC)
3800 E. River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718

Directions

Driving east or west on River, turn south onto Dodge and enter our north parking lot. Driving north on Dodge, stay straight to enter our parking lot. Traveling east or west on Alvernon (where it turns into River), turn north on Dodge to enter our parking lot. You can also enter the northeast lot by turning in from River Road between the Tucson Hebrew Academy Day School and the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona.

Hours

Monday - Thursday (9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Friday & Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)
Closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

Sales

Artwork may be purchased during the show but must stay hung throughout the exhibition.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-3000

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Drawing the Human Head (Fall 2017)

Ideal for anyone interested in figure drawing or portraits. Have you ever wanted to draw or paint the human head? It's a complex subject and may seem overwhelming. However, in this class, we will cover the step-by-step process to help you get started. It’s called the ‘Loomis Method’ and was popularized in the early ’50s by the marvelous illustrator Andrew Loomis.

Artwork by Christy Olsen

Working with photographs as a reference is fine, but you will need to develop a feel for the three-dimensional form, so we will be working from realistic plaster casts of the head and eventually work with a live model. This method is a must for anyone working in portraits or figure drawing. The process will help you break down major complex structures from the head and the face. It’s simple, easy, and will help get you up and running in no time! Demonstration with some lecture, students will perform hands-on studio art practice.

Meets: (4) Saturday Afternoons at 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3-hour duration)
Dates: Sep. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14 in 2017
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N Los Altos Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705)

Instructor: Christy Olsen
Format: Demonstration, lecture, & one-on-one instruction provided during hands-on practice.
Level: Absolute Beginner to advanced, all levels are welcome!

Medium: This class is not media specific. Demos will be performed in charcoal, graphite, or pastel pencil.
Technique: Portrait Drawing
Materials: Bring your own supplies.

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The Drawing Studio (TDS) in Retrospective in Mesch Clark Offices(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2017)

Was invited to exhibit as one of the instructors who taught at The Drawing Studio (TDS) for many years. This is a tremendous honor as they have selected only a few of the many who taught for them over the last two and a half decades.

San Xavier del Blanc. 12x16. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

Exhibition & Art Sale

"The Drawing Studio in Retrospective" is an exhibition highlighting the 25-year history of exceptional teaching artists who made the Drawing studio what it is today! This event is open to the general public. Admission is at no charge.

Dates

May 16 - Jun. 16, 2017

Artist's Reception

May 16, 2017 (5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Drawing Studio (TDS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enriches people's lives by providing artistic inspiration and studio art instruction for people at any age (from 9-90+) at any level of experience. For more information, visit The Drawing Studio TDS.org.

About the Gallery

The exhibition will be shown in the Mesch Clark Rothschild Offices located on N Meyer Ave. for more information, visit Mesch Clark Rothschild.

Mesch Clark Rothschild Offices

Location

Mesch Clark Rothschild Offices
259 N Meyer Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

Hours

Daily (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Artwork is "cash & carry," which means that if purchased, the piece may be taken home immediately so that clients will not have to wait until the show has ended. This an excellent opportunity to acquire that particular piece or find a unique holiday gift!

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 624-8886

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Finding Creative Pathways (Summer 2017)

Ideal for anyone who needs help finding their aesthetic or 'visual voice', would like to stay on track with their studio art practice, or would like to be inspired to create more often!

Artwork by Christy Olsen

You will also learn mark-making techniques and tips for creating perspective with ease. Switch to a brush pen and learn how to draw like a painter by working with tone and shape instead of a line. You will also learn how to work with a brush using inks and also try some colored inks.

Meets: (6) Saturday Mornings 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3-hour duration)
Dates: Jun. 3, 17, Jul. 15, 29, Aug. 12, 26 in 2017
Location: Junior League (2099 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718)

Instructor: Christy Olsen
Format: Work independently, pick your own projects or work at home in between class sessions, then bring your work in for review. Individual feedback or one-on-one instruction will be provided.
Level: Absolute Beginner to advanced, all levels are welcome!

Medium: Not media-specific, demos will be performed in charcoal, graphite, or pastel pencil.
Technique: Drawing & sketchbook practice
Materials: Bring your own supplies.

Register or enroll at the Art Verve Academy!

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Gala in Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) Gallery (Silent Auction & Art Sale 2017)

Join us for a festive celebration including food, music and art! All proceeds from this event help directly support the Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) building renovation fund.

Italian Crystal will be up for auction in this charity art sale and exhibition!

Italian Crystal. 18x25. Pastel on Sanded Paper by Christy Olsen.

Gala Charity Art Sale & Silent Auction

The event is open to the public. Admission is at no charge. Tucson's current mayor, Jonathan Rothschild will be the auctioneer with over $22,000 worth of amazing donations to be auctioned, starting at 3:00pm.

Artwork is "cash & carry," which means that if you win the auction, the piece may be taken home immediately.

Date & Time

February 12, 2017 (1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Auction begins at 3:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served. There will be wine, cheese and plenty of tables around the perimeter to sit and schmooze, shop, schmooze, repeat!

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium, uniting pastel artists, organizing professional development and artistic growth opportunities and increasing awareness of the versatility and value of pastel fine art within the community.

Location

Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) Art Center
2447 Los Altos Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705

Parking

Parking behind the building is available.

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The Event

This painting was auctioned during this event.

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