Yoga Bead Love is in the Air

YOGA BEAD LOVE™. A Yoga and Mala Beads Making Workshop. 

Learn what a mala is, why it's used and make your own following a gentle yoga practice suitable for all levels. 

Register here:http://www.valpolotuscenter.com/events/

Don't miss it. Mantraband will be giving away one of their beautifully engraved affirmation bands, and LUNA Bar from Clif Bar will be there to give away free gluten free bars.

Looking forward to sharing an afternoon of yoga bliss with you and mala beads making. Kids 13 and up may register with a parent.

Feel free to leave a comment if you have questions about this event.

"Art Takes Times Square"

Art is taking Times Square this summer and we need your help to replace billboard ads with art.  All it takes is your 'One' click and less than a minute of your time to vote.  Please visit my Artist Wanted Entry and click "Collect Me" so my art can be included in the most immense exhibition of art in New York City:  Art Takes Times Square.

Will you ride with me on this journey?  With your help, we can take My Art to Times Square.

Thank you so much in advance for time and support.  

Click here to Vote.

Renaissance Man Art Show Paintings

'Jose Rizal'

Acrylic on canvas. 18 x 24 inches.

by Sherie Sloane

'Maria Clara'

Acrylic on canvas. 18 x 24 inches.

by Sherie Sloane

'Sisa'

Acrylic on canvas. 18 x 24 inches.

by Sherie Sloane

Here are the three paintings I made for the Renaissance Man Art Show.  Click on the title links to learn more about the stories behind these paintings.

For those of you who were not able to attend the Opening Reception of our Renaissance Man Art Exhibit in Daley Center last Monday, the show will run until August 24.  So stop by and see all twelve paintings in this one of a kind historic collection.  Photos don't do justice to the details and textures of the artworks.

If you do stop by, let me know how your visit went.  Enjoy the show!

Philippine Renaissance Man in Chicago

Rizal: Beyond The Stinky Fish!
32" x 40"| Oil on Canvas| Fabie de Silva

The Duality of Rizal
26" x 52" Diptych| Oil on canvas| Bueno Silva

This year, we're celebrating the 150th Birth Anniversary of the Philippine's National Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal.  And if you'll happen to be in Chicago on August 15 to 24, stop by at the Daley Center to view The Philippine Renaissance Man: Jose Rizal Art Exhibit.  Twelve new paintings on canvas and paper depicting the life, works and inspiration of Rizal will be presented.

I'm honored to be part one of the seven Filipino-American artists in this show.  Renowned Chicago-based artists Fabie de Silva and Bueno Silva will once again show their masters' touches in this one of a kind show.  

Opening Reception will be on August 15 at 4:00 pm at the East Lobby of Daley Civic Center, Chicago. Admission is free.  

Hope you can come, we'd love to see you there. 

P.S. I'll be posting some photos of my paintings for soon, so stay tuned.

Saturday Sentiment: Tears

Portrait Detail.

Watercolor on wet media canvas.

by Sherie Sloane

We all had our share of shedding some.  Go ahead, cry it out.  It doesn't make us weak, only more human.  

- Posted from my iPhone.

Painting Workshop Photos

Here are some photos from last Sunday's art workshop in Millenium Park, Chicago.
Despite of the rain forecast, the painting workshop had a great turnout.

Family Fun Festival Tent in Millenium Park presented by Target.

Mom and son from Europe painting together.

Tourists and Chicago locals paint the Chicago skyline.
More than sixty (adults and kids) participated in the workshop.

The busy budding artists.

Dawson, age 9 paints one of the larger cityscape.

I gave Dawson, age 9 instructions and he did great!

Little artists ages 3, 5, 7 painted away.

Two-year old masterpiece.

A two year old happily shows off her work.

Giving the little artists freedom to express themselves.

Artists from age 1 to 63 came and tried their hands on painting.

Listening to artist's instructions.

Families paint together.

Some families came all the way from Wisconsin, Michigan and Florida
to attend the free painting workshop.

One-hour painting by Katelyn, age 11.

One-hour painting by Emma, age 17.

Leave a comment below if you wish to be notified of future art workshops.  

Huge thanks to Strathmore Artist Papers for providing the art materials.
Thanks to all who came, volunteered and participated.

See you again next time!  And Great Job Everyone!

Free Painting Workshop

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If you missed the one last month, then don't miss this weekend's free art workshop in Millenium Park, Chicago.  Here's your chance to paint the beautiful Chicago skyline for free.
Mark your calendar this Sunday, July 24 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Bring the kids, your spouse, friends, relatives, even co workers. Post workshop, go around the promenade to experience Millenium Park's Family Fun Festival's shows and activities.  

Thanks to our gracious sponsor Strathmore Artist Papers for providing the art materials for our students.

See you there!  Be there at least half an hour early, seats fill up fast.  Bring extra brushes and pencils too.  

Click the icon to RSVP.

Life is Like a Wheel

'Rotation'

Ferris Wheel at Navy Pier, Chicago

A Fine Art Photograph by Sherie Sloane

Life is like a wheel.  Sometimes we're up and sometimes we're at the bottom.  We all agree to that.  But what we seldom realize is that the people we ride with as we go around in our wheels also move along.  Our time with them are just here for the moment and will soon pass.

So take more time to enjoy your journeys with them.  Cheer when you're both up and hold on to each other when you're down.  For not too long, those times will be over.

To all of you who has, and still sharing this wonderful ride with me, Thank You.  You make the views up there even more beautiful.

Learn-To-Paint Workshop

A family paints together.

Little artists try their hands on painting.

Artists for the day.

My three year old student paints the background.

Move over Monet, the new Master is here.

Not too young for art.  My tiniest, one and a half year old student.

Moms, kids and even grandparents showed up for the workshop.

Students got free watercolor pads from Strathmore Artist Papers.

Here are some photos from the Learn-To-Paint art workshop I did yesterday at the Chicago Children's Museum at Navy Pier.  If you missed it this year, stay tuned for next year's workshop.  

I'll be posting more photos soon.  Thanks to all who came.  See you again next year!

Learn To Paint in One Hour - For Free

Learn to Paint

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Map

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Tropical Fruits by Sherie Sloane

Actual Workshop Painting

Is learning a new trade or skill in one of your to-do-list this summer?  Here's your chance to check that off from your list.  Learn how to paint in watercolor in an hour, all for free.  Materials are provided.  All you have to do is make time.  It's only an hour, and best it's on a weekend.  

Who knew you can be an artist in less than the time you commute from work to home or from running errands.  But for three years, sixty students went home feeling accomplished and happy to declare they're officially an 'artist' after attending my annual summer painting workshop.  Best proof is hanging their finished paintings on their walls for everyone to admire.

So what are you waiting for?  Mark your calendar this Sunday, June 12 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. You have a date with me!  A painting date that is.  Bring the kids, your spouse, friends, in laws or co workers. Post workshop, go around the museum to experience the Passport to the World event shows and activities.  

Thanks to our gracious sponsors Strathmore Artist Papers for providing the watercolor papers for our students and Dick Blick Chicago.

See you there!  Be there at least half an hour early, seats fill up fast.  Bring extra brushes and pencils too.  

Click the icon above to RSVP.

Ripples

'Ripples'

Mixed Media on Paper. 8 x 10 inches.

Inspired by the interesting water movements seen in the Chicago Lakefront this week. Relive the playfulness of throwing pebbles on the water and seeing the ripples it make.

Click here to find out more.

Thanks for stopping by and appreciating my art.

Free Art for Coffee Lovers

'Perfect Night Cup'

Digital Illustration. 2011.

'Party Mate'

Digital Illustration. 2011.

Love coffee?  Then you'll love these. For a limited time, you can download, print and frame these two artworks I made for Coffee-mate.  All for free, how fun is that!  

'Perfect Night Cup' is a silhouette illustrations of four city landmarks from Chicago, New York, San Francisco and Ohio.  'Party-mate' is a celebration-themed rendering.  Feel free to tweet and share these on Facebook.  

Click here to download both.  Enjoy!

Fluffing the Seat Cushion

It's Sunday morning & I got to squueze in some painting time before the boys get up.

I'm moving on to the next garden, thousands of miles away. You can't see much of the two wrought-iron vintage chairs I'm painting yet. I'm spreading the purplish cream paint to create an impression of a seat cushion today.

Tune in tomorrow to see where our 'Hundred Gardens' tour will lead us.

Enjoy your Sunday! Thanks for stopping by again.

- Posted from my iPhone

1. White Cheeked Songbirds

'White Cheeked Songbirds'

Acrylic on Canvas. 9 x 12 in.

First stop on our 'Hundred Gardens' tour is Manama, Bahrain. The sweet image of these white-cheeked bulbuls resting on a bird's bath was contributed by photographer and writer Mahmood Al-Yousif.

The Himalayan Bulbuls are medium-sized passerine songbirds which are commonly found in Afghanistan, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Tajikistan.

Hundred Gardens Project

Photographers and Garden Enthusiasts Wanted! Want to see your gardens turn into visual art? Then join the hundred paintings project.

I'm starting a new painting project: 'Hundred Gardens'.

How you can participate: Send me a photo of your garden and I'll paint it. Even if you're not a professional photographer, you may send your digital or scanned photos. You will be given credits if your photo is selected. The artistic the shot is, the better chance it will have to be chosen and painted among the firsts. Let me know which town, state or country your garden is located. Consider it a virtual global garden tour for online viewers to see.

Thanks and I look forward to seeing your beautiful gardens. It's time to show off your green thumbs and let your hard work be seen.

Have a question? Just drop me a line.