October 20, 2012

Here it is, the end of Fall I term for us. It's not as sad as it could be, though. We'll be back again next week—nope, there's no break between terms! As you can see, we're still having fun with color, people, places and things. Not to mention the fun we've had trying new techniques. You'll find a last look at one of the more popular techniques we tried below.

And we're having fun out of class, too! Keep scrolling for invitations to holiday fun (Halloween shows), a set-your-dvr reminder (one of our very own group is being featured on next Sunday's 190 North), and more.

So let the good time roll. Here are our paintings—and we're presenting in alphabetical order today. Look especially closely to see two self-portraits, and a portrait of Elaine T's son. As for the man in the hood...keep coming back to see that portrait develop!

 

Techniques. As promised, here's a last look at one of the more versatile techniques we explored this term—spatter. Look below for the large and small of it. Ellen went big. Look at the huge spatters defining the trees and path. Then, look to the right to see Elaine T's use of fine spatter to create the unique feel of sand. Same technique, totally different results. I sense we haven't seen the last of spatter explorations!

 

You're invited! Halloween is coming and what better way to celebrate than a viewing of a classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show? Join Elaine T and the cast of Midnight Madness for three late night shows at the Music Box Theater. They also have a midnight show on Friday, Nov. 2 at the Des Plaines Theater. They've been doing the show for 25 whole years so you know it's got to be good! In fact, the ABC program 190 North will be profiling the cast.

For more information about the shows, see the poster below or go to www.midnightmadness.org. For more information about the TV show, keep scrolling to the next section.



Save the date. Set your DVRs now! The ABC program 190 North will have a spot showing Elaine T and the cast of Midnight Madness. Tune in on Sunday, Oct. 28 at 11pm (Channel 7).

Happy painting! See you next week for a new term and a new challenge.