Sunday, December 28, 2008
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Printing by the Village Frame Shoppe
The other day (Christmas Eve to be exact) a gentleman was in the store with his family doing some last minute Christmas shopping. He was looking through some prints by one of our artists, and asked if I matted, mounted and bagged this artists prints. I said that I did, and I also proceeded to tell him that I did the printing as well. He got to thinking about that, and before he left, he was planning on going through some of his image files, and bringing in a cd with images on it for us to print, mat, mount and bag.
So, printing isn't just for artists. As a matter of fact, it can be for anyone. We all have taken a favorite vacation or family photo at some time or another. Why not bring us a file on a cd and we can output your image onto canvas, watercolor paper and photo paper. We can even make notecards of your images!
Earlier in the holiday season, we had a lady come in the store with three old photographs. She wanted us to print the images onto canvas. So we digitized the photos, did some minimal cleaning on them, and output them onto 11x14 canvas. She was planning on giving them as gifts to her family members!
Our printing service is not only for artists or your favorite photos, it is also great for commercial purposes as well. Perhaps you had someone design a flier or poster for you. Bring us the file, and we can output your image onto several different media choices. We also are able to drymount and laminate your poster as well.
Maybe you even have an old photo that has historical value to it, but it has been creased, stained, smudged or torn. We can re-touch your photo digitally and print out a cleaned up, almost new looking photo for you to display!
So come by the Village Frame Shoppe to discuss your next printing project! We would be glad to help you out!
So, printing isn't just for artists. As a matter of fact, it can be for anyone. We all have taken a favorite vacation or family photo at some time or another. Why not bring us a file on a cd and we can output your image onto canvas, watercolor paper and photo paper. We can even make notecards of your images!
Earlier in the holiday season, we had a lady come in the store with three old photographs. She wanted us to print the images onto canvas. So we digitized the photos, did some minimal cleaning on them, and output them onto 11x14 canvas. She was planning on giving them as gifts to her family members!
Our printing service is not only for artists or your favorite photos, it is also great for commercial purposes as well. Perhaps you had someone design a flier or poster for you. Bring us the file, and we can output your image onto several different media choices. We also are able to drymount and laminate your poster as well.
Maybe you even have an old photo that has historical value to it, but it has been creased, stained, smudged or torn. We can re-touch your photo digitally and print out a cleaned up, almost new looking photo for you to display!
So come by the Village Frame Shoppe to discuss your next printing project! We would be glad to help you out!
Friday, November 28, 2008
Gallery of Gifts Art and Framing Sale
Come on in and visit the Artist In Residence Gallery on December 4, 2008 from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. for our monthly artist reception. And that's not all! Take advantage of our Gallery of Gifts sale! Save 10% on all paintings, prints, and hand made gift items in the gallery (unless otherwise marked).
And there's more! During these four hours you can also save 20% on your custom picture framing! (Discount applies to new orders only.)
Stop by for a chance to meet the artists, and enjoy cheer, food, and music!
Come shop with us this Holiday Season!
From all of us at the Artist In Residence Gallery!
And there's more! During these four hours you can also save 20% on your custom picture framing! (Discount applies to new orders only.)
Stop by for a chance to meet the artists, and enjoy cheer, food, and music!
Come shop with us this Holiday Season!
From all of us at the Artist In Residence Gallery!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
20% off Custom Picture Framing!
Stop by the Artist In Residence Gallery Thursday December 4, 2008 between 5 pm and 8 pm and save 10% on gifts and artwork from the gallery.
Also, Bring in your artwork or memorabilia for framing between 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and save 20% on your custom framing at the Village Frame Shoppe!
This is a great time to get your holiday shopping wrapped up! Artwork and gifts made in Vermont by Vermont artists... Shop Local!
See you there!
Main Street Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 - (802) 933-6403
Also, Bring in your artwork or memorabilia for framing between 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and save 20% on your custom framing at the Village Frame Shoppe!
This is a great time to get your holiday shopping wrapped up! Artwork and gifts made in Vermont by Vermont artists... Shop Local!
See you there!
Main Street Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 - (802) 933-6403
Upcoming Holiday Specials
This Holiday Season, the Village Frame Shoppe will be offering some new framing specials! Be sure to sign up for our monthly email newsletter so you can keep up to date on events and specials at the Artist In Residence gallery and Village Frame Shoppe.
We hope to see you soon!
We hope to see you soon!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Artist Reception and Grand Opening
You are invited to an Art Reception and Grand Opening at Le Salon in St. Albans, VT.
Le Salon is owned by Artist In Residence member Paule Gingras. Enjoy light fare while visiting the salon and viewing original artwork created by Paule Gingras.
For more information please call (802) 527-5169.
Located at 77 North Main St. St. Albans, VT (Near Jeff's Seafood Restaurant).
Le Salon is owned by Artist In Residence member Paule Gingras. Enjoy light fare while visiting the salon and viewing original artwork created by Paule Gingras.
For more information please call (802) 527-5169.
Located at 77 North Main St. St. Albans, VT (Near Jeff's Seafood Restaurant).
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
July Tax Savings and 25% off your framing!
Stop by the Village Frame Shoppe this Saturday July 12 and save 25% on your custom framing... PLUS you pay no sales tax during Vermont's sales tax holiday! This is a great time for you to buy your framing or art. Decorate your walls with something you love from the Artist In Residence Gallery and Village Frame Shoppe! No coupon required.
Artist to Artist by Harald Aksdal
Mind Set and Down Right Depression
Art is huge! And there is room for any and all art. I read last week that a stone, dating to 70,000 years ago, was found-and a pattern of lines was drawn on it! Art is such a deep part of us, of being human. A wonderful thing about a person's art work is that it cannot be wrong. Yes, there are techniques, correct showing of light, perspective, etc., but when a person produces a piece of art, it is correct in every way for what it is. If a critic says, "It doesn't look like that," your answer must always be, "I meant it to look like that." You know what needs to be done and you build and work to improve for the next one. Use trusted critics, mentors, books, and your own gut feelings, but know your art is right for what it is.
So what's your mind set? Do you judge your art by the sales you make? Look again at the beauty your hand produces. Remember that you may need to set it aside a bit to get the full impression-I usually let a finished piece hang in my studio for three or more days so I can extract myself from it and become a viewer.
It took two months to finish. I accomplished everything I wanted to with that piece and as I looked it over I couldn't believe my hand did that. Then I fell into a depression. I called an experienced artist and asked what was happening. "You've been emotionally connected to that thing and the longer, the deeper. Go take a walk." "What?" I asked. "Go take a walk, snap out of it, and get back to work. It's all normal." So if depression sets in after working on a piece (or many pieces), or after a show or critique, go take a walk! This art thing we are involved in is deep. Deep in our human history and deep in our individual psyche. Enjoy what you can do; enjoy art!
Next time, thoughts on sketching...
Harald Aksdal
www.aksdalart.com
Born in Haugesund, Norway and educated in the United States as an architect, Harald retired from architecture in 2005 to pursue a career as an artist. Harald's original paintings and prints can be found in galleries throughout Vermont.
Read Harald's column from last month!
Art is huge! And there is room for any and all art. I read last week that a stone, dating to 70,000 years ago, was found-and a pattern of lines was drawn on it! Art is such a deep part of us, of being human. A wonderful thing about a person's art work is that it cannot be wrong. Yes, there are techniques, correct showing of light, perspective, etc., but when a person produces a piece of art, it is correct in every way for what it is. If a critic says, "It doesn't look like that," your answer must always be, "I meant it to look like that." You know what needs to be done and you build and work to improve for the next one. Use trusted critics, mentors, books, and your own gut feelings, but know your art is right for what it is.
So what's your mind set? Do you judge your art by the sales you make? Look again at the beauty your hand produces. Remember that you may need to set it aside a bit to get the full impression-I usually let a finished piece hang in my studio for three or more days so I can extract myself from it and become a viewer.
It took two months to finish. I accomplished everything I wanted to with that piece and as I looked it over I couldn't believe my hand did that. Then I fell into a depression. I called an experienced artist and asked what was happening. "You've been emotionally connected to that thing and the longer, the deeper. Go take a walk." "What?" I asked. "Go take a walk, snap out of it, and get back to work. It's all normal." So if depression sets in after working on a piece (or many pieces), or after a show or critique, go take a walk! This art thing we are involved in is deep. Deep in our human history and deep in our individual psyche. Enjoy what you can do; enjoy art!
Next time, thoughts on sketching...
Harald Aksdal
www.aksdalart.com
Born in Haugesund, Norway and educated in the United States as an architect, Harald retired from architecture in 2005 to pursue a career as an artist. Harald's original paintings and prints can be found in galleries throughout Vermont.
Read Harald's column from last month!
Art Events - July 2008
Emile A. Gruppe Gallery Presents New England Views - Oil paintings by Kathleen A. ManleyArtist ReceptionSunday, July 6 1-3 p.m.Show through August 17
emilegruppegallery.com
Corliss Blakely Art Show
July 19-27 (closed Tuesday July 22)
At the Apple Hill Inn, Taftsville, VT between Woodstock and Quechee!
Visit Corliss Blakely's site for details.
ArtistInVermont.com
Vermont Children's Aid Society Antiques and Uniques Show Craftsbury, VT
Saturday July 12th 10 am to 4 pm, rain or shine. Over 100 booths..antiques, pottery, paintings, jewelry, handbags, quilts, photography, and much more. Free Admission...donations encouraged to support services for children and families.
2008 FAIRFAX "ART IN BLOOM" FESTIVAL
July 26 10 a.m.- 4 p.m at Swanson's Farm and Nursery on Route 104 in Fairfax, VT. Exhibiting Fine Art, Fine Crafts and more! Great family event benefitting the Fairfax Fire Department.
Contact Shelly Pottala for details.802-849-2570
10 DAYS OF ARTS AND FINE CRAFTS
July 18 thru 27
The Wooden Horse Arts Guild
American Legion Hall
Dominion Ave., North Troy VT
woodenhorsearts.com
Do you have an event that you would like included in next month's email? Send us the information and we would be glad to put it into our next issue. Deadline for August submissions is July 31st.
emilegruppegallery.com
Corliss Blakely Art Show
July 19-27 (closed Tuesday July 22)
At the Apple Hill Inn, Taftsville, VT between Woodstock and Quechee!
Visit Corliss Blakely's site for details.
ArtistInVermont.com
Vermont Children's Aid Society Antiques and Uniques Show Craftsbury, VT
Saturday July 12th 10 am to 4 pm, rain or shine. Over 100 booths..antiques, pottery, paintings, jewelry, handbags, quilts, photography, and much more. Free Admission...donations encouraged to support services for children and families.
2008 FAIRFAX "ART IN BLOOM" FESTIVAL
July 26 10 a.m.- 4 p.m at Swanson's Farm and Nursery on Route 104 in Fairfax, VT. Exhibiting Fine Art, Fine Crafts and more! Great family event benefitting the Fairfax Fire Department.
Contact Shelly Pottala for details.802-849-2570
10 DAYS OF ARTS AND FINE CRAFTS
July 18 thru 27
The Wooden Horse Arts Guild
American Legion Hall
Dominion Ave., North Troy VT
woodenhorsearts.com
Do you have an event that you would like included in next month's email? Send us the information and we would be glad to put it into our next issue. Deadline for August submissions is July 31st.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Independence Day Weekend Hours
Please Note: The Village Frame Shoppe will be closed Friday July 4 and Saturday July 5. We will re-open on Wednesday July 9, 2008. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Vermont Tax Holiday Savings
July 12 and 13, 2008 have been declared a sales tax holiday in the state of Vermont. Take advantage of the 6% saving and come to the Village Frame Shoppe where you will save an additional 25% on your custom framing project! One day only Saturday July 12! We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Emile A. Gruppe Gallery Presents Kathleen A. Manley
New England ViewsOil paintings by Kathleen A. Manley
Artist Reception
Sunday, July 6 1-3 p.m.
Show hangs through August 17.
Emile A. Gruppe Gallery
22 Barber Farm Road Jericho, VT 05465
(802) 899-3211
Gallery hours Thurs-Sun 10-3 or by appointment
(802) 899-3211
Gallery hours Thurs-Sun 10-3 or by appointment
Kathleen Manley Bio
Kathleen Manley admits she got a late start in the art world but twenty years later her oil landscapes capture her passion for her New England surroundings. An exhibition of her work entitled New England Views is being exhibited at the Emile A. Gruppe Gallery from July 3 through August 17, 2008. The public is invited to an Artist Reception on Sunday July 6, from 1-3.
Kathleen Manley admits she got a late start in the art world but twenty years later her oil landscapes capture her passion for her New England surroundings. An exhibition of her work entitled New England Views is being exhibited at the Emile A. Gruppe Gallery from July 3 through August 17, 2008. The public is invited to an Artist Reception on Sunday July 6, from 1-3.
Kathy grew up outside of Waltham, Ma. but was fortunate enough to spend a great deal of time in northern Vermont as both her parents grew up on dairy farms there. A great deal of her inspiration has come from the Vermont landscape. "I especially enjoy trying to capture the light and sense of place in my paintings. These scenes are quickly disappearing even in my own lifetime” says Kathy.
Using both palette knife and brush she has rendered bold strokes to preserve the image of fading barns and pastoral views of Vermont’s meadows and hills.
She has exhibited in juried shows at the Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville, the Concord Art Association in Lexington Ma. and with the Northern Vermont Artist Association.
Using both palette knife and brush she has rendered bold strokes to preserve the image of fading barns and pastoral views of Vermont’s meadows and hills.
She has exhibited in juried shows at the Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville, the Concord Art Association in Lexington Ma. and with the Northern Vermont Artist Association.
If you would like to have your Vermont art event posted here feel free to email me. I may also include it in my monthly e-newsletter for my framing business. Brought to you by the Village Frame Shoppe.
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Project
Daniel Pattullo, owner and framer at the Village Frame Shoppe, is a contributing photographer to the Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Project.
St. Albans Artist Guild and the Friends of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge present the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Project. The Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Project is a benefit project where member photographers of the Saint Albans Artists' Guild have captured images from the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and then Member Artists from the Guild have produced artwork from these images.
The images and artwork will be used for the benefit of both the "Friends of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge" and the "Saint Albans Artists' Guild" by way of an art exhibition & sale. The exhibit will feature our fine artists' and photographers' works created specifically for drawing attention to the wildlife and the natural beauty of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge. Compositions are comprised of reflections of the wildlife; its waters; scenic landscape; or the artist's interpretation of these; not excluding abstract or contemporary works. There will be approximately 49 pieces of photographic imagery and painted artwork combined. All the works will be displayed in the halls of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge building for a month-long exhibit beginning with a reception on June 28th. The reception is open to the public, so mark your calendars, tell your friends, and please join us for this wonderful event! The exhibit & reception will begin Saturday, June 28, 2008 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.Reception: Saturday, June 28, 2008Time: 2:00PM - 5:00PMExhibit: June 28, 2008 through July 31, 2008Place: Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge, 29 Tabor Road, Swanton, Vermont
The St. Albans Artists' Guild is organized as an educational, not for profit corporation in the State of Vermont. The purposes of the corporation is to promote greater appreciation of art and artistic education and serve as a catalyst to promote cultural enrichment.
St. Albans Artist Guild and the Friends of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge present the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Project. The Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Project is a benefit project where member photographers of the Saint Albans Artists' Guild have captured images from the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and then Member Artists from the Guild have produced artwork from these images.
The images and artwork will be used for the benefit of both the "Friends of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge" and the "Saint Albans Artists' Guild" by way of an art exhibition & sale. The exhibit will feature our fine artists' and photographers' works created specifically for drawing attention to the wildlife and the natural beauty of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge. Compositions are comprised of reflections of the wildlife; its waters; scenic landscape; or the artist's interpretation of these; not excluding abstract or contemporary works. There will be approximately 49 pieces of photographic imagery and painted artwork combined. All the works will be displayed in the halls of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge building for a month-long exhibit beginning with a reception on June 28th. The reception is open to the public, so mark your calendars, tell your friends, and please join us for this wonderful event! The exhibit & reception will begin Saturday, June 28, 2008 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.Reception: Saturday, June 28, 2008Time: 2:00PM - 5:00PMExhibit: June 28, 2008 through July 31, 2008Place: Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge, 29 Tabor Road, Swanton, Vermont
The St. Albans Artists' Guild is organized as an educational, not for profit corporation in the State of Vermont. The purposes of the corporation is to promote greater appreciation of art and artistic education and serve as a catalyst to promote cultural enrichment.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Artist to Artist by Harald Aksdal
Dan at the Village Frame Shoppe has offered me this space in his newsletter for sharing methods and techniques I've learned along the way. Ponder, test, use, or disregard anything here-stay with what "feels right" and augments your own work, but don't compromise. For this article, I'd like to briefly discuss composition. There are many good books on this subject and studying, along with practice, should be a part of every artist's routine. Here are two thoughts for your consideration: · A well-known artist once shared with me his definition of "composition" as "the orderly placement of things in a defined area." Think about that the next time you are laying out your work. Allow all those formulas for sky to land ratios, or diagonals, horizontals, verticals, and the golden mean, to fall into the background. Let those wonderful things support your "orderly placement of things in a defined area." · I was at a photographer's art show a while back. His subject matter was not out of the ordinary, but his pictures were very pleasing to look at because of his masterly use of composition. Later, we compared notes about composition; when I asked him his "secret," he said, "Cropping, Harald, cropping. When all else fails, crop it!" I know I've "cropped" a few of my watercolors, and the result has always improved the composition. Enjoy art! Next time, a few words about attitude, mindset, and how art is sometimes downright depressing.
Harald Aksdal
AksdalArt.com
Born in Haugesund, Norway and educated in the United States as an architect, Harald retired from architecture in 2005 to pursue a career as an artist. Harald's original paintings and prints can be found in galleries throughout Vermont.
Harald Aksdal
AksdalArt.com
Born in Haugesund, Norway and educated in the United States as an architect, Harald retired from architecture in 2005 to pursue a career as an artist. Harald's original paintings and prints can be found in galleries throughout Vermont.
June 2008 Newsletter and Specials
Greetings!With summer in full swing and fall on the horizon, The Village Frame Shoppe would like to offer you some summer savings! Read on to learn about our graduation specials, wedding specials, printing specials and more!
In this newsletter some useful art information has been added. Whether you are an artist or an art lover, we are sure you will find that our 'Tips and Tricks' and 'Art Events' columns contain some useful and fun information!
Featured Frame Design
Larson-Juhl is a top designer of moulding and is dedicated to quality picture framing. I am excited about this new moulding line from Larson Juhl! Larson Juhl has taken the colors and seasons of our beautiful state and packaged them into a special one-of-a kind frame collection called 'Vermont'. This photograph by photographer Dan Pattullo entitled "The Potter", was framed using a frame and matching fillet from this collection. The matting colors accent the aged look of this sepia toned photograph. The matting and mounting materials used are of the finest archival grade standards. To further preserve the photograph, we used Tru Vue Museum Glass. Museum Glass blocks out 98 percent of UV rays and eliminates the reflections that will be found when using standard glass without giving the fuzzy look of non-glare glass.
Come by the Village Frame Shoppe to see the 'Vermont' line and samples of Tru Vue's glass products.
Congratulations!
Do you have a graduate in your family or circle of friends? Why not preserve his or her special memories with a custom frame package by The Village Frame Shoppe! Save 25 percent when you frame his or her diploma, graduation photo, or other memorabilia! Or even better, purchase a gift certificate which allows the graduate to choose his or her own unique frame design
Free Print!
Turn your favorite photo into a special one of a kind print! We can print your image onto canvas, watercolor paper or photo paper. When you have your print custom framed by Village Frame Shoppe, the print is on us!
Email us your image file today, or stop by the gallery for more information.
(Discount applies to Digital Photography only.)
Wedding SpecialsOne of the most exciting things we do at The Village Frame Shoppe is to help families display their proudest moments. We want to help you display your special day in a manner that matches your tastes and home decor. Bring in your engagement photo and have us mat and frame it using a wide mat called a signature mat. Your guests can then sign this mat with good wishes on the day of the event. After the ceremony, bring it back and The Village Frame Shoppe will then finish your frame package with glass and wire for hanging!Are you looking for a unique gift for that special bride and groom? Have you considered framing an invitation? Have you considered purchasing a gift certficate from The Village Frame Shoppe for the Bride and Groom that allows them to choose a custom frame for for the most memorable day of their lives which would match their specific taste, color, and decor?
These are just a few of the ideas that are available to you. Stop in or call. We would love to hear from you.
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