Ochsner Medical Art Show

The art of Bonnie Smith Williams will be on display at Ochsner Medical Center, O'neal Lane December 3, 2013 until January 31, 2014.  The rotating art exhibit on the "Tom Wallace Art Wall" to promote a sense of well being and renewal to those who visit is one of many ongoing projects of Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge.  For thousands of years art, music, dance and other forms of art have been used to support the healing process. The exhibit title  "A MARDI GRAS CHRISTMAS" , is a selection of Christmas and Mardi Gras themed pieces. Everyone is invited to stop by the art wall and view the paintings. 

Drigger's Park Mural Progress

Drigger's Park Mural

Denham Springs Antique District

This is the latest photo of the progress being made on the mural that DSFAA is painting in the Denham Springs Antique District. Things are moving along nicely and we would like to thank all of you that have been helping out and donating your time to paint.We encourage anyone who would like to help and get involved to get in touch with Sandra Middleton. 

Denham Springs Fine Art Association December Christmas Party and Meeting

Just a reminder about our DSFAA Christmas Meeting and gathering at Big Mike's Sports Bar in Denham Springs on Monday December 2, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. The address is 123 Aspen Square, Denham Springs, LA Ph. (225)243-5258 Below is a link to their menu if you would like to view ahead of time. http://www.bigmikessportsbarandgrill.com/menu.html

Just a reminder

Don't forget to pick up your paintings at the Library on or before Dec.1st.Happy thanksgiving

A. Lynne Jones Art Exhibit Main Branch Library Livingston, LA

Pastels, watercolor paintings, and a few photographs by A. Lynne Jones will be on display at the Main Branch of the Livingston Library for the months of November and December. Lynne is a member of the Denham Springs Fine Arts Association, and a retired public school teacher of art and art history.

Chris Bajon Jones "Always Thou Art Goes to BR"

November 1 - 30, 2013 Art Exhibit "Always Thou Art goes to BR" Baton Rouge, LA Chris Bajon Jones of Denham Springs, LA is the guest artist for November at the Bluebonnet Branch Library, 9200 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA. Jones' show, "Always Thou Art goes to BR" can be seen during regular library hours, Sun 2 pm - 6 pm, Mon - Thur 9 am - 9 pm, Fri & Sat 9 am -6 pm. Jones is a member of the Denham Springs Fine Art Association and currently serves on the board of directors. For more information call the library at (225) 763-2240 or www.chrisjonesthouart@gmail.com

DSFAA FALL SHOW "Fall In Love With Louisiana "

The library has asked us to keep our art hanging for the month of November. This will give us some extra exposure. We are able to take down some of the art and add to it . Please contact Pat Zeller with any questions. Email: patmikezell41@bellsouth.net

DSFAA November General Meeting

DSFAA is a non-profit organization created to encourage artist, share knowledge, inspire each other and to bond together and gain the most impact with the greatest effect in the community. 
DSFAA meets the first Monday of every month that doesn't fall on a holiday. 

The DSFAA will be holding their general meeting this Monday November 4, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. This will be our potluck Thanksgiving gathering. It will be held at 941 Government Drive, Denham Springs, LA 70726. For more information please contact: 
Peggy Schwab (225) 454-3905 or schwab5550@yahoo.com

DSFAA Fall Art Show 2013 "Fall In Love With Louisiana" Video

DSFAA Fall Show 2013 Video "Fall In Love With Louisiana"

Bille Bourgeois Drawing and Painting Classes

Oct/Nov Drawing and Painting Classes with Billie Bougeois Oct 16-Nov 20  Wednesday mornings 10a-1p Drawing and Painting studio class at Billie Bourgeois' studio 498 Baird Drive BR LA 70808 3 spots left... All levels welcome. If you are just beginning to draw and paint, or if you just want a refresher.  Fee: $250 for 6 weeks or $45 per 3 hr class if you can't do the whole session, and if there is a vacancy. We will end the week before Thanksgiving.  2014 classes will begin in mid-January. Stay tuned. To sign up, reply to this email or call 225-766-4262 or email: contact@billiebourgeois.com Also available: Ongoing Once a Month Weekend Class for artists who have a day job during the week.

DSFAA 2013 Fall Show "Fall In Love With Louisiana" Results

Works Not Under Glass:

1st   Martha Newell; 'Light Snow'

2nd  Sandra Middleton; 'Pansies'

3rd   Pat Zeller; 'Homegrown'

Honorable Mention  Mary Head; 'Contortionist'

 

Works Under Glass:

1st   Cheri Fry; 'French Market Apples'

2nd  Derrell Robinson; ' 7 Past 7 '

3rd  Lynne Jones; 'Grand Isle'

Honorable Mention  Chris Jones; 'Redfish Swirl'

 

Photography:

1st   Rae Roberts; 'Zero Visibility'

2nd  Charlotte Walker; 'Only in Louisiana'

 

Minatures:

1st Honorable Mention   Margaret Shipley; 'All Except the Chimney'

2nd Honorable Mention  Chris Jones; ' Lake At Sunset'

Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you for your participation.

DSFAA member Margaret Shipley Artist Reception

BACKWOODS GALLERY 

Cordially invites you To the Artist Reception for 

 MARGARET SHIPLEY 

Thursday , October 3, 2013 

5:00 to 8:00 p.m. 

11931 Ferdinand Street St. Francisville, LA 

Paintings will be on exhibit In October and November

Denham Springs Fine Art Association Fall Show " Fall In Love With Louisiana"

Just a reminder that DSFAA will take in art this Thursday Sept 26th from 3pm - 7pm and Friday Sept 27th from 10am - 1pm. ( I will be in the gallery at 3pm to extend the prev hours relayed). At Artist Studios Circa 1857 on the corner of Range Ave and Mattie St. If you cannot make it on the above dates, please call Pat Zeller or Sandra Middleton so we can arrangements to get your art into show. Everybody is welcome to the meeting/reception Monday Oct 7th at 7pm in which winners will be announced.

Chris Bajon Jones "Thou Art Artful Indeed" Exhibit at the Denham Springs Library September 2013

September 1-30, 2013 Art Exhibit Thou Art Artful Indeed Denham Springs, LA Chris Bajon Jones, of Denham Springs, is the guest artist for September at the Denham Springs/Walker Parish Library, 8101 Florida Blvd. E, Denham Springs, LA. Jones' show, "Thou Art Artful Indeed", can be seen during regular library hours, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:00 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sundays. Jones is a member of the Denham Springs Fine Art Association. for more information , call the library at ( 225) 665-8118 or www.chrisjonesthouart.blogspot.com

Denham Springs Fine Art Association General Meeting September 3, 2013

Just a reminder about the September DSFAA Meeting September 3, 2013.This month Monday is Labor Day so our meeting will be held on Tuesday.Our guest speaker will be Dody Sandifer. His creativity has now progressed to paintings in acrylic and has evolved and moved him toward another media - metal sculpture. Whimisical critters he calls "junk Art" The Denham Springs Fine Art Association would like to welcome Dody Sanddifer to our club. He gave a wonderful presentation tonight.

"Orphan Art Show" Artist Bonnie Smith Williams

Bonnie Smith Williams is the featured artist on the gallery walls at The Watson Branch Library in Watson, Louisiana. She has 25 pieces of art in the show depicting different subjects, sizes and mediums. The exhibit titled "ORPHAN ART SHOW (for paintings that need a good home)" will be hanging August 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013. Please stop in and enjoy the art work at the library located at 36581 Outback Road during regular library hours. For more information about the show contact the library at 225-664-3963 or Bonnie at myartandsoul@hotmail.com. Please contact Bonnie if you are interested in one of her original pieces of art. Do stop in the library to see the show and what is going on at the library.

DSFAA GENERAL MEETING August 5, 2013

 Denham Springs Fine Art Association is an organization of local artists committed to promoting art education, professional aid, and encouragement to all arts at all levels.  The DSFAA meets the first Monday of each month, 7 p.m., at the DS Municipal Bldg, 941 Government Dr. (returning to our old meeting place). Our August 5th meeting will have Chris Jones with DSFAA Blog as our guest speaker.  This will be a session for members to become familiar with the blog.  We will be encouraging members to email their art news and keep everyone informed of their ongoing art projects and exhibits. This blog is for all members of our club to use for their advantage to promote their art and to get the word out. It is a chance to get exposure and to be recognized. Hope to see you there! HERE ARE A FEW PHOTOS OF THE MEETING AUGUST 5,2013 WHERE CHRIS JONES WAS SPEAKER. PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY CHARLOTTE WALKER

Art Supplies for the needy

DSFAA member Rae Roberts has asked that I remind you to bring any old art supplies that are gathering dust for donation to the meeting Monday night August 5, 2013. They will be donated to women and children in need.

"Always Thou Art" Exhibit Livingston,LA Chris Bajon Jones

In Livingston Parish
Chris Bajon Jones of Denham Springs is the guest artist for July and August at the Livingston Parish Library Main Branch, 20390 Iowa Street, Livingston, LA 70754. She is a long time member of the Denham Springs Fine Art Association. The exhibit “Always Thou Art” can be seen during regular library hours. For more information on the exhibit, call Rita Millican - Reference Librarian (225) 686-2436 or Chris Bajon Jones (225) 664-5290 , or email chrisjonesthouart@gmail.com.ON THE INTERNET:http://www.chrisjonesthouart.blogspot.com/

Hot Art in a Cool Space

HOT ART in a COOL SPACE Purchase Original Art by over 40 Award-Winning Artists ELEVENTH ANNUAL FINE ART SHOW & SALE SATURDAY & SUNDAY AUG. 3 & 4, 2013 NOON TIL 6pm MEET THE ARTISTS RECEPTION SATURDAY EVENING 6 – 9 pm ORIGINAL ART BY AWARD-WINNING REGIONAL ARTISTS Mary Ann Anderson, Elsa Baker, Kim Bergeron, Priscilla Betz, Elsie Busby, Sandy Cyr, Sharon DeLong, Kathleen DesHotel, Klaudia Durnin, Michael Eddy, Carolyn Finnell, Audrey Fortier, Jean Frondorf, Barbara Gaines, Lori Gomez, Lana Gramlich, Roy Grob, Carol Hallock, Billy Hammell, Ferris Patrick Hotard, Bruce Hume, Carolyn King, Gina Laguna, Kelly Landrum-Hammell, Nelle Landry, Darlene Langendonk, Andy Leonard, Pat Macaluso, Andree' Maduell, Colleen Marquis, Reve' Mason, Martin Needom, Julie Nelson, Emory Nolan, Carol Ordogne, Cynthia Ramirez, Richard Ray, Rose Marie Sand, Barbara Shaw, Robert Stentz, Kirk Thibodeaux, Dixie Vaughn New this year is the Jewelry Boutique in the foyer. The ever popular People's Choice Award voting is during the Reception. Location: 28662 Krentel Road, Lacombe, LA 70445 at North Shore Unitarian Universalists For more info, contact Barbara Shaw 985-882-7169 or 985-630-7685 Please feel free to forward this to any art-lovers that you know!

Art League of Central "A Point in Time" September 2013 Exhibit

The Art League of Central is sponsoring a juried exhibit at the Greenwell Springs Regional Library on Greenwell Springs Road during the month of September. The exhibitis open to members of ALC, Zachary Artist's Guild, and The Denham Springs Fine Art Association.

Participants may submit up to three pieces. The ALC is delighted to have nationally known and award winning artist and teacher Kathy Miller Stone who will serve as our Judge. Prizes include: $100 for first, $75 for second and $50 for third place.

A Closing Reception will take place on Sunday, September 29th from 3-5:00 p.m. in the meeting room at the Greenwell Springs Library.

Entries will be taken in on Sunday, September 1st from 2-4 p.m. at Greenwell Springs Library.
Entry fees: Bring your fees/Entry Form, and Art Work on September 1st or mail to:

 $25 for members of ALC
 $30 for non-members

Karen Mc Cormick
12329 Morganfield Ave.
Central, LA 70818

Please click on the link below for a copy of the show prospectus:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TbBTbkyltjSKf0ICdioe2NY6Z_gXu0HkNnCqMretjx4/edit?usp=drive_web

Denham Springs Fine Art Association July Meeting

The general meeting will be held Monday July 1, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Old City Hall located in the Denham Springs Antique District at 115 Mattie Street, Denham Springs.
Our guest speaker is Allen B. Crochet - Wood Relief Artist

Artist Biography:Allen Crochet produces beautiful relief carvings in his home studio in Baton Rouge, LA. His work can be seen at Sans Souci Fine Craft Gallery in Lafayette and at local crafts fairs, including Festival Acadiens/Louisiana Crafts Fair and Festival International de Louisiane.

Click the link below for more information on this artist:


http://www.louisianacrafts.org/artists/view/id/82/

Bonnie Smith Williams



Bonnie Smith Williams is the featured artist on The Tom Wallace Art Wall at Ochsner Medical Center, 17000 Medical Center Drive, Baton Rouge, LA. She has an eclectic range of art in the show depicting different subjects and mediums. The exhibit titled "Going Solo, Again" will be up July 16, 2013 through September 30, 2013. Please stop in and enjoy the art work. The art display is one of many ongoing projects of Ochsner Medical Center--Baton Rouge to promote a sense of well being and renewal to those who visit. Art is one of the avenues Ochsner is using to demonstrate its commitment to the healing of patients, families, and employees. attached photos of paintings in show "FISHING SOLO"  and "ANOTHER PERFECT LANDING"  For more information contact: myartandsoul@hotmail.com



Kathy Stone Workshop



The Art League of Central will be hosting a workshop conducted by artist Kathy Stone on June 22, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.The cost is $31.00. To find out more about this email : centralart@cox.net. Disregard the deadline to register. They still have some openings.

Art Show Pick-Up Reminder

PLEASE NOTE: Art Pick Up Times Thursday May 30, 2013 between 9:00 a.m and 9:00 p.m. and on Friday, May 31, 2013  between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.. The Library WILL NOT  be able to store any paintings so you must make arrangements to get your artwork. Please pick up on time! For more information , contact Pat Zeller (225) 791-0578.

Denham Springs Fine Art Association June Meeting

Stephan Wanger

Bead Artist

The June Meeting will be held at the old meeting site this month because of the Bead Exhibit taking place at Old City Hall. Stephan Wanger will be the guest speaker for our meeting. If you have not already taken the time to view his exhibit I think you should.  His work is phenomenal! The meeting will be held June 3, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building onat 941 Government Drive, Denham Springs, LA 70726. To find out more about Stephan please click on the link below.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmpJg9rRTbI

Roberta Loflin -Waterscapes Presentation

Roberta Loflin

Denham Springs Fine Art Association

Guest Speaker April 2013

Presentation of "Waterscapes" and "Textures and Techniques"

Photography by: Charlotte Walker

DSFAA April Meeting Officers and Board Members

Denham Springs Fine Art Association

Officers and Board Members

April 2013

Back row left to right:

Pat Zeller -Treasurer,Sandra Middleton-Vice President, Mary Jane Hunt-Secretary

Front row left to right;

Chris Jones -Board Member, Peggy Schwab- President

Photography By : Charlotte Walker

Stephan Wanger Bead Artist

Stephan Wanger, artist and creator of Bead Town, is coming to Livingston Parish. Old City Hall in Denham Springs will house an exhibit of his work from April 27 - June 16 with a Grand Opening on Saturday, May 3, 6:30 p.m. The artist uses Mardi Gras beads to create large mosaics, usually 4' x 8', which are based on downtown vistas from across the cities he visits. You can check out his work at www.galeriaalegria.com or http://www.facebook.com/galeria.alegria. The Arts Council of Livingston Parish is partnering with the Merchants' Association of downtown Denham Springs in acquiring this exhibit to be placed in the Old City Hall, Denham Springs. The public may help with this project by donating leftover Mardi Gras beads to used in creating a mosaic representative of Livingston Parish. FREE workshops will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from May 8 - June 13. This project will be and will remain on permanent exhibit in Denham Springs Old City Hall after the event. All Livingston Parish students,all ages, are invited to attend the workshops and help the artist glue the Mardi Gras beads on the mosaic. Anyone else may also attend the workshops to assist in the many other needs that arise in the process of putting such a work together. Remember.....NO CHARGE FOR THE WORKSHOPS. Workshop times are 10 am-12pm, 12:30 pm2:30pm and 3pm-5pm. on Wednesdays and Thursdays starting May 8 through June 13. Artists are invited to participate in the Grand Opening on May 3rd. An area on Mattie Street will be available for an exhibit of local art, space free of charge to any artist wanting to display and sell their art. Set-up time is 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. The event will last until 8:30 p.m. For more information on displaying your work, contact the Arts Council of Livingston Parish at (225) 665-1168 or see the website: www.artslivingston.org A local band will entertain the crowds, parish officials will be in attendance, and the public will have an opportunity to meet this remarkable artist. Refreshments will also be served during the evening. If you are not an artist, but still want to help with this event, docents are needed to assist at Old City Hall during the exhibit, May 8 - June 16, and also during the preview week, April 27. For more information on volunteering for this, contact Patti Peairs, Director at Old City Hall, (225) 6677512

Denham Springs Spring Show Winners 2013

2013 Spring ShowWorks under Glass1st- Derrell Robinson; Carving Speaks2nd- Pat Delk; Old Fashioned Doll3rd- Peggy Schwab; Can You See the ForestHonorable Mention- Cheri Fry; DanielWork NOT under Glass1st- Mary Head; Urgency Times Two2nd- Margaret Shipley; Resting Longhorn3rd- Margaret Shipley; PostedHonorable Mentions: Edith McCon; Reflections on the PondDerrell Robinson; Winter CanvasMary Jane Hunt; WaitingPhotography1st- Lynne Jones; Upper Turtle CreekHonorable Mention: Charlotte Walker; I'm So Pretty, Oh So PrettyMinatures (display cases)1st- Mary Jane Hunt; TexasHonorable Mention- Margaret Shipley; Orange Delite

Art Take In Reminder for the DSFAA Spring Show

The Art Take In will be at Mike Avants Insurance office at 315 North Range near the intersection of Centerville and Range Ave. The take in times are Wednesday May 1, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then again on Thursday May 2, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 700 p.m. For more information please contact Show Chairman: Pat Zeller at patmikezell41@bellsouth.net or (225) 791-0578

Denham Springs Fine Art Association Fall Show Theme

The theme for the fall show was voted on at the April Meeting and the winner was "FALL IN LOVE WITH LOUISIANA" submitted by Chris Jones. It is time to get busy painting!

Denham Springs Fine Art Association April 1,2013 Meeting

Denham Springs Fine Art Association meeting will be Monday, April 1st at the Old City Hall, Denham Springs on Mattie Street at 7 pm. Our Guest Speaker will Roberta Loflin. Her presentation will be on texture and water techniques.Roberta Loflin studied art history and theory at George Washington University in Washington, DC. She also studied for several years at the Art League School in Alexandria, VA where she fell in love with painting in watercolor and color theory.  After moving to Louisiana, Roberta was able to study under several local and internationally known artists and began sharing what she paints with students at LSU Union Leisure classes, LSU OLLI continuing education classes, the Louisiana Art and Artists’ Guild and other venues. Her artwork can be seen a various locations in Baton Rouge and New Orleans.

Denham Springs Fine Art Association Spring Show

The DSFAA Spring show will be held May 3 - May 31, 2013. The show will be at Denham Springs / Walker Branch Library located at 8101 Florida Blvd. E, Denham Springs, LA
The Art Take In will be at Mike Avants Insurance office at 315 North Range near the intersection of Centerville and Range Ave. The take in times are Wednesday May 1, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then again on Thursday May 2, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 700 p.m. The Art Pick up Times Friday May 31, 2013 during normal Library hours.
The Judge for the show will be BILLIE BOURGEOIS.
This is a member only show. Entry fee is three pieces for $25.00. The catergories are Works Under glass, Works not under glass, Photography.
The Art Reception will be held on Monday May 6, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.at  the library. For more information on this show please contact Pat Zeller - Show Committee Chairman at patmikezell41@bellsouth.net or (225) 791-0578.

Art Show in Livingston



Bonnie Smith-Williams is the guest artist for March & April at the Livingston Parish Main Branch Library, 20390 Iowa Street, Livingston LA. She has for view a range of subjects, new techniques, and different mediums. The largest painting a 36x48 mixed medium piece titled "Portrait Of Fibro Pain" is dedicated to people who suffer from Fibromyalgia and Lupus.  The exhibit can be seen during regular library hours.  For more information on the exhibit please contact Rita Millican or Bonnie at myartandsoul@hotmail.com
Reference Librarian
Livingston Parish Library
Main Branch (Livingston)
20390 Iowa Street
Livingston, LA 70754
Phone: (225) 686-2436
FAX: (225) 686-3888
email: rmillican@mylpl.info

Denham Springs Fine Art Association March Meeting

The Denham Springs Fine Art Association March meeting will be held Monday night March 4, 2013 at The Old City Hall at 115 Mattie Street located in the Denham Springs Antique District. This months guest speaker will be Michael Verrett and I think it will be a quite interesting demo. Below is a little information on his background.

About Michael Verrett Author/Illustrator Michael Verrett resides in Denham Springs, Louisiana where he creates his colorful characters. Michael hales from Morgan City, LA where he grew up blocks away from sugar cane fields and the lazy Bayou Teche. He studied art at Louisiana State University (LSU), Scottsdale (AZ) Art Institute, and the FBI Academy. In addition to writing courses at LSU, Michael is a graduate of the Institute of Children's Literature's creative writing program. A former Homicide Detective and police sketch artist, he has taught gifted art in public schools and worked in anti-terrorism. LT. Colonel Michael Verrett is a decorated army veteran, awarded the Bronze Star for his service in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Michael currently works for the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. An avid volunteer, he is the President of the Arts Council of Livingston Parish. He has written and illustrated over a dozen books. 

Bonnie Williams Teaching Watercolor Class

Post by Bonnie Smith Williams

Member of the Denham Springs Fine Art Association

I went to the Southland Christian Academy on Feb. 19 and taught a water color class. The ten students did a painting using a transparent watercolor technique. Each one finished a small piece of art in the two classes. The students were a delightful group to work with and so eager to learn how to paint using water color medium. The supplies were donated by DSFAA as a way to inspire young people in our community by providing good painting materials. DSFAA had a fund raiser to buy the materials used in the two class periods.  I donated my time for the morning and had a great morning working with the students. Each one came and personally said thank you and could we please come back. I have promised to come again and some other members will visit to give an art demo. Mr. David Avant is the regular class teacher. He is doing a wonderful job teaching them about art. He has inspired in them a desire to paint and an appreciation for art.    Peggy Schwab DSFAA president,  attended the class  as my assistant and she was a great help. The two of us did our best to represent DSFAA  in our quest to promote art in our community and to make others aware of DSFAA. It was a pleasure to work with these wonderful students.   

Lunch gathering at Cafe Du Jour at the Whistle Stop

Some of DSFAA lady artist enjoying a good lunch at Cafe Du Jour at the Whistle Stop on Thursday. Attendees were JoAnne Durbin, Rae Roberts, Lynne Jones, Chris Jones, Mary Jane Hunt, Pat Delk, Bonnie Williams and Edith McCon. We left there and went for a wonderful painting session at Northside Church. What a wonderful day!

Denham Springs Fine Art Association February Meeting

The Denham Springs Fine Association will be holding their monthly meeting February 4, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Old City Hall in Denham Springs located at 115 Mattie Street in the Antiques District. This month Bill Baltas will be the guest speaker. He and his wife Alla own Alla's Fine Art and Framing in Baton Rouge, La. He will be discussing proper framing techniques. We are looking forward to seeing his demonstration. For more information on their business please visit their website: www.allasfineart.com
www.allasfineart.com