My "Queen of Swords" is honored again

My "Queen of Swords" pastel painting has won her 3rd award....an Honorable Mention at the Fine Art League of Cary's Member Show, now on exhibit at the Page Walker Art and History Center in Cary, NC until January 2nd.  Page Walker is located at 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, NC, 27513.  Phone is 919 460-4963.  The judge was Sarah Heinsohn of Raleigh's ArtSource Gallery.

There are 73 pieces in the exhibition....ranging from large oil paintings, watercolors, acrylics and drawings.  I am so happy that she was selected, as she's not your typical still life or landscape.

To see an on-line slide-show of the exhibit...click here:  http://www.fineartsleagueofcary.org/Slide_Shows/2013_Members_Show_Artwork/album/index.html

This is the kind of nudge I need to get inspired for new work in the new year!

Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and is looking forward to a great new start in 2014!

Happy New Year!

Kim Werfel

www.kimwerfel.com

Chatham Studio Tour Exhibition

C'mon down to the Frank Gallery, 109 E. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Thursday, December 12th, (tomorrow evening) from 6-8:30 pm to see the Chatham Studio Tour's group exhibition and reception.  Exhibition runs through December 16th.

I'll have my pastel "The Harpist" on exhibit with the group show.  You'll have a chance to meet the artists and see their work all in one place before this last tour weekend December 14-15th from 10 - 5 pm.

"The Harpist", 18x16", $900 ©Kim Werfel

Hope to see you at the reception and/or sometime this weekend at my place, #30 on the Chatham Studio Tour's map.  (click this link to download and print your own map)  You can also print your own brochure and learn more about all the artists on the tour.

I'll have 2014 calendars, a greeting card special with gift boxes, prints, mini-paintings and more so come see me to commission a beautiful portrait or pick-up a special one-of-a-kind Christmas gift this weekend!

Stay warm,

Kim

http://www.kimwerfel.com

Landscapes

Most of you know me as an animal portrait painter, but recently I took a workshop with the talented Mrs. Barbara Jaenicke and have been inspired by her landscapes.

Working away on several to show at my home during the Studio Tour, they're now being framed.

"Autumn's Gold", pastel, 9x12", $300 ©KimWerfel

These landscapes are more impressionistic than my more realistic style I use for portraits.  Loosening up, softening edges and pushing color is lots of fun!  I learned much about underpainting and the importance of big shapes in Babara's workshop.

"Autumn's Gold" is being framed with a thick wood frame and protected with Ultra Vue Glass.  I love the light and working with complementary colors...especially purple and gold.

Come see me this and others on my tour in December!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Kim

www.kimwerfel.com

It's Studio Tour Time Again!

Come visit me on the 21st Chatham Artist's Studio Tour!
Dates are Saturdays & Sundays Dec. 7&8, 14 &15 from 10 to 5pm.

See our website for a printable map and more info on the two group exhibitions at http://www.chathamartistsguild.org/studio-tour-map/

"Affection", pastel, 32"x24", $1200

Meet me at my home (#30) to see my original work, giclee prints, note cards and new 2014 Calendars!

Come see my Art Studio where all my creations happen, learn about my classes and discuss the commission process to learn about how to have a special, custom work of art created just for you!

"Affection" (above) will be exhibited at the CCCC (Central Carolina Community College in Pittsboro) Gallery for the first weekend with all the other tour artists.  Be sure to come to the Reception Friday, December 6, from 7-9 pm, and vote for your favorite for the People's Choice awards!  Come early as the awards are given at 8:00pm.  This is a popular Pittsboro Community event with lots of gourmet hors d'oeuvres too! :)

Don't miss this fun, educational and informative once-a-year event!

Hope to see you at the reception and at my place.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Kim

Life Imitates Art

Finally finished one of those paintings that never quite say "I'm done."  
Today...I'm saying done! 

This one's different for me....from a photo I took when visiting Ireland @5 years ago....the Statue is of Patrick Kavanaugh, a much loved bohemian Irish Poet in Dublin and a commuter...both apparently oblivious to my picture taking.  

Well years later this is my pastel tipping my hat to them both. "Life Imitates Art", pastel, 11x15".

To see more of my work visit my website www.kimwerfel.com.

Thanks for viewing!

Kim

Surprise - I won People's Choice for Best Portrait at latest PSNC Exhibition

The Pastel Society of North Carolina's latest member show at the Halle Cultural Arts Center in Apex, NC is exhibiting until November 15 - try to catch it.  About 44 pieces exhibiting a variety of subject matter, several winning People's Choice Awards.

Lucky me won the People's Choice Award for Best Portrait with "Autumn Goddess"!

My friend caught me with her cell phone...it came out despite the flash :)

I also have two other pastels in the show featuring my deer paintings.

Try to make the exhibit - you're sure to enjoy it!

Happy Painting!

Kim Werfel

http://www.kimwerfel.com

Continuing Pastel Class begins October 10th

Time to sign up for the Continuing Pastel Class for all you intermediate pastelists that  would like some input and inspiration on your work this Fall.  See the Catalog description below for the ArtsCenter of Carrboro Class.

Continuing Pastel Painting Fall 2013 - Thursdays Oct. 10-Nov. 14th (skipping Nov. 7th) (5 weeks) $125 public, $113 friends www.artscenterlive.org (919) 929-2787

1036. Want to keep growing and learning with your pastel painting? Learn how to implement design principles in your work. Learn what to look for when you take photographs to work from for reference material. Create more confidently after planning preliminary value and color studies for stronger, more successful compositions. Understand the different types of composition and color schemes to express your intentions successfully. Learn how all these tools come together for great paintings! Students will work both in class from their own photos and at home, bringing work in for Studio time and critiques.

*Basic understanding of pastel or Intro to Pastel Painting is required (not a beginner class)

*Materials List available at The ArtsCenter front desk prior to 1st class

Hope to see some old friends and new faces!

Kim Werfel

http://www.kimwerfel.com