Kauai

Heart Breakers

A New Day

These are two brand new oil paintings I recently finished that were inspired by a lovely trip to Kauai, Hawaii, this year.  They both were started and worked on during my oil painting classes.  I used a limited pallet which I believe gives the paintings more cohesion. 

I choose my primary colors based on what colors I need for the painting.  I paint a small thumbnail in black and white to get the values and composition nailed down. For 'Heart Breakers' I used my homemade Alizarin Crimson with Pyrrole Red & Quinacridone Violet, Cadmium Yellow Light, Indanthrone & Titanium White.

Next I create an under-painting in oil using my homemade Alizarin to get the values.  If I need to go darker I might add a touch of Sap Green.  On an oil primed linen surface this acts like a white erase board while it's wet.
  

 As I progress I lay the local colors down, starting with the darks. I am careful not to cover up all of the under-painting as I want to leave some of the glimmer that shows through.

These paintings are currently for sale.  

See more of my art and inquire about available paintings at MaryGiacomini.com

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Creative Opportunities for 2018

Happy 2018! The holidays are over and isn't it time you do something for yourself?  Do you have some creative energy just aching to get out? Time to treat yourself! I am offering a variety of art classes that you might be interested in. I offer Wednesday morning ongoing watercolor classes and Thursday morning (solvent free) oil painting.  These classes generally stay full but there are a few openings for the new year.  I charge $30/class based on paying for one month at a time.  My home studio is just 15 minutes west of Loveland .  We continue to explore techniques, subjects and styles in each medium.  My classes are small (7 for watercolor, 6 for oil) so you can easily make like minded friends.  Check out my blog for more details or give me a call/email me. 'Napali Coast Cruise' -a recent oil I painted as a demo in class.  Wine glass painting classes have been a hit! Every class at the Sweetheart winery has sold out!  The next available class scheduled  with availability is February 19th.  Watch the winery's event page for the next class signup.

I have also started to teach glass painting at K9 Wisdom in Loveland.  We painted treat jars in December & will paint wine glasses & treat jars on March 7. I have also started teaching private wine glass painting classes for those of you who want a more personal experience.  For $40/person (minimum of 4 at my studio, 6 at your home)  I will supply 2 large wine glasses, supplies & instruction for each guest. You choose the designs that I demo & bring wine for if your friends (optional).   If you are interested in joining one of my classes, email me.   Treat jars painted at K9 wisdom by students with limited or no experience!  The method I've come up with is easy! Hope to see you in 2018-                                Mary Giacomini 9 of my 2017 paintings; oil, watercolor & pastel

Fall newsletter 2017

Hello!  I hope everyone had a wonderful summer!  I have a couple of shows & new classes coming up. I will be starting my home studio classes in September.  On Wednesday mornings starting Sept 6th, I teach watercolor with drawing from 9-12.  Solvent free (using traditional oils)  oil painting starts  Sept 14 and meets  Thursdays from 9-12.   We cover techniques, materials, styles & experiment with a variety of subject matter.  Classes are $30.  I am also looking for students to occasionally 'drop in' when needed.   Email or call for more information. 970.613.1258. Something new I'm offering: Wine Glass painting.  I taught to a sold out group at the new Sweetheart Winery this month and have another scheduled Sept 18.  The winery is a brand new treasure of Loveland you don't want to miss.  You need to register for this class through this link. I am also offering private studio wine glass painting classes.  Gather 3-7 friends & you will receive 2 glasses & materials with instruction to paint.  I have several designs to choose from -or create your own.   $40 per person I have a few  adult classes I'm offering through the Loveland Museum Gallery. I've been teaching there 14 years!   I have two upcoming National Shows I'm excited to be part of.  Join me at the upcoming receptions.

Save the dates!  I will open up my studio to the public Oct 14-15 & Oct 21-22 for the Loveland Art Studio Tour.  The opening at the Loveland Museum for the tour is Sept 28 from 5-7pm (free)  Hope to see you there!

2017 Mary Giacomini

Oil Painting Classes

"Rocky View" was painted during a class as I demonstrated how to create depth in a landscape.

I currently have an opening in my Thursday morning oil painting class.  I teach out of my studio West of Loveland, Colorado.  All levels are welcome, including those with no experience.  I keep my classes small (6 students) so everyone has plenty of attention.  We cover a wide range of subjects and painting styles to help you find your own 'style'.  If you are interested or have questions, please feel free to contact me. 

Loveland Museum Gallery Winter & Spring 2016 Adult classes

• I have been teaching at the Loveland Museum Gallery for over a dozen years now.  I have a following I cherish, wonderful people to work with and professional art supplies for classes.   All supplies are included and no experience required.   Here is my offering for 2016 Winter & Spring:
• Draw What You SeeTuesday, February 2, 1 – 4 pm
  
  
  You can’t become a realistic draftsperson in three hours, but you can learn enough to get started! Learn several drawing “tricks” to train your brain to see accurately with black and white charcoal, graphite, and markers on paper. Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)

• Larger Than LifeTuesday, April 26, 1 – 4 pm
  In the style of Georgia O’Keeffe, we will use pastels to create a floral drawing, concentrating on making it bigger than life sized. Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)
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• Spring Break
  
  Tuesday, March 22, 1 – 4 pm
  Need some warm tropical scenery? Create your own in this mixed media class! Paint a brilliant watercolor sky, layer in an acrylic silhouette of palm trees, and perhaps add a hammock too! Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)

• Snowy Aspens
  
• Tuesday, January 19, 1 – 4 pm
  Bring a beautiful forest scene to life by learning to “mask” Aspen trees using watercolor paint on paper. Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)
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• 50 Shades of Gray
  
  Tuesday, February 9, 1 – 4 pm
  We will mimic some of Ansel Adams’ black and white photos, but with one dark watercolor. Learn how to make strong paintings by learning to see value. Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)
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• Bowl of Blueberries
  
  Tuesday, March 8, 1 – 4 pm
  In this easy layering and stenciling project, create a rich purple painting of a bowl of blueberries with a limited palette of transparent watercolor.  Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)
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• Palette Knife Poppies
  
  Tuesday, April 12, 1 – 4 pm
  Use acrylic paint and palette knives on canvas to create brilliant, textured poppies.  Instructor: Mary GiacominiFee: $45 ($36 Museum Members)

Rose paintings

Peaceful Pair

Blushing

Here are a couple of realistic rose oil paintings I've completed.  Both of these were started as class demos for my oil painting class.  I started with an under-painting to get the value and drawing correct then added the local color.  These original oil paintings are currently available for purchase.

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees) 

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Loveland Museum Gallery Adult Art Classes 2015

These are my Winter and Spring art classes for adults that I will be teaching for the Loveland Museum Gallery.  All supplies are included and no experience is necessary.  These small classes fill quickly.

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Watercolor Blooms

Thursday, January 15, 4 – 6 pm

Learn how to glaze with watercolors that will create colorful depth in a flower bloom painting. Instructor: Mary Giacomini 

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Neon Poppies

 

Botanical Watercolor Painting

Thursday,  January 22, 4 – 6 pm

Discover how to draw and paint what you see using a purple underpainting. 
 Instructor: Mary Giacomini

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Altitude

Paint the Rockies

Thursday, February 26, 4 – 6 pm

The Rocky Mountains will serve as our inspiration as we learn how to create distance in acrylic landscape paintings. Instructor: Mary Giacomini 

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Georgia’s Poppies

Thursday, March 12, 4 – 6 pm

Recreate one of Georgia O’Keeffe’s masterpieces with soft pastels.
  Instructor: Mary Giacomini

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For Vincent

 

Starry Night Impasto

Thursday, April 2, 4 – 6 pm

Create swirling skies of your own Starry Night using thick acrylic paint and a palette knife. Instructor: Mary Giacomini  

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Paint a Moose

Thursday, April 16, 4 – 6 pm

Learn a simplified technique to paint an acrylic moose and have fun with thick paint and palette knife swirls. Instructor: Mary Giacomini

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Winter/Spring 2015

Register by calling the Museum at (970) 962-2410
All classes suitable for any skill level and all materials are provided unless otherwise noted. Pre-registration is required at least one week prior to each class. Ages 16 and older.
Fee: $40 each ($32 for museum members)

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Ongoing adult oil & watercolor classes

"Retreat"

I teach two different weekly adult art classes out of my Loveland, Colorado art studio.  
On Wednesdays I teach beginning to intermediate watercolor.  We often experiment with a new technique or study at the start of the class then everyone has their own project that I help them progress on. I take student input for class ideas and fit their requests into the schedule.
Thursday is my oil painting class day.   I teach my students a new color study and/or technique then I encourage them to paint what they have passion for.   I want my students to be able to paint what they want; not to copy what I do.  I teach them independence. I teach technique, value and color mixing.  I want my students to be challenged but not overwhelmed.  I will take up to 5 students in each class so everyone gets plenty of individual attention.  I plan to start teaching weekly class on Oct 8 for watercolor and Oct 9 (2014) for oil. 
I plan on continuing both classes weekly through May 2014, then will take the summertime to offer workshops and plein air paint.   If you are interested in attending, contact me

You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.comd

Adult classes at the Loveland Museum

Loveland Museum Classes:
The new "Aha" brochure is published. I have several adult art classes that you may be interested in along with two children's Art Camps in June. You have to register through the Loveland Museum Gallery.   My adult classes have been filling up quickly.

Thursday, June 19, 4-6 pm
Painting the Southwest Landscape
Thursday, June 26, 4-6 pm
Farmer’s Market Fresh Flowers
Thursday, July 17, 4-6 pm
Impressionistic Pastels-
Thursday, July 31 4-6 pm
Van Gogh’s Sunflowers
Thursday, August 7, 4-6 pm
Creating Landscapes with Depth

You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.com

Home studio classes

"Crisp" watercolor

I teach two different weekly adult art classes out of my Loveland, Colorado art studio.  
On Wednesdays I teach beginning to intermediate watercolor.  We often experiment with a new technique or study at the start of the class then everyone has their own project that I help them progress on. I take student input for class ideas and fit their requests into the schedule.
Thursday is my oil painting class day.   I teach my students a new color study and/or technique then I encourage them to paint what they have passion for.   I want my students to be able to paint what they want; not to copy what I do.  I teach them independence. I want my students to be challenged but not overwhelmed.  I will take up to 5 students in each class so everyone gets plenty of individual attention.
I plan on continuing both classes weekly through May 2014, then will take the summertime to offer workshops and plein air paint.   If you are interested in attending, contact me

You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.com

Peaceful Pair

8" x 10" oil

Under painting for the above roses

I painted "Peaceful Pair" twice this year.   A friend and fellow artist, Billie Colson was holding her annual fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis and looking for a variety of rose paintings to be donated and sold to benefit this organization.  I taught my home studio watercolor students how to do a purple underpainting with transparent watercolors.  They could choose my reference or one of their own.  The bottom painting was my donation (sold) at '65 Roses for Cystic Fibrosis' for 2014.
My home studio oil painting students were interested in learning how to paint roses in oil as well. I used the same reference but used Transparent Oxide (oil) Red to get the drawing and values in before I laid a layer of oil on top.  The top two paintings are one in the same, the middle image is the under painting for the "Peaceful Pair" 8" x 10" oil painting on top.  Quite a few of my students donated one or more of their roses paintings, and several sold.  I'm so proud of them!

Watercolor Peace Roses (sold)

You can see more of my artwork online:
Facebook page (open to the public)

fineartamerica.com    

(a variety of my work: prints and cards available) 
 artforconservation.com  
(limited edition canvas giclees)

marygiacomini.com

MGiacominiart.blogspot.com