As California eases its shelter in place mandates, some of us are
venturing further afield. If you are out and about, remember to check
online to see what parks and open space areas are open, as well as their
parking and restroom restrictions. Be careful, observe social
distancing and wear a mask when others are in the area.
We will continue to publish the weekly blog during the "Shelter in
Place" requirements while Thursday and Weekend paintsites are
cancelled. We invite paintsite artists to paint or sketch during the
week, pick one painting from that week and submit it by Saturday of that
week. Here are some guidelines:
- Submit a digital photo of your artwork to paintsites@scvws.org. Cropped photos are preferred.
- Include your name, the date and comments about the site or unique media notes.
- Be creative! Some of your best subjects are in or around your home. You may want to paint from personal photos of your travels.
- Submissions after Saturday midnight will appear in the following week's blog.
- One submission per member, please.
Please check the
SCVWS.org website for Paintsites updates and the SCVWS Newsletter for some great art opportunities during this time.
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Hidden Villa in Los Altos Hills is currently closed and we have
had to cancel our planned paintsite there; nevertheless, they have
invited us to participate in their Art Contest jointly sponsored by the
Los Altos Town Crier. We have painted at Hidden Villa many times in the
past, and it is very likely that you already have a painting that would
be suitable for this contest. Here are the details:
- Prompt: Depict your favorite place at Hidden Villa
- Medium: Your choice of 2D visual art medium (paint, sketch, pastels, crayons, etc.)
- Age: For all ages! There will be prizes for three age groups: 9 & Under, 10-17, 18+
- Prizes:
First place winners will receive their choice of Hidden Villa
strawberries, olive oil, or a floral bouquet. Second and third place
winners will receive 3 free day passes. All winners will be published by
the LATC.
- Submission:
To submit, email a photo or scan of the artwork, with the title and the
artist's name and age to lhedgecock@hiddenvilla.org by June 21st.
May specify age as "18+. Include a photo of the artist holding the
piece as well, and Hidden Villa may feature it on their social media!
Artwork
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Baylands Boathouse by Caroline |
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Black Necked Stilt Chick by Kathy K |
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Hellyer Park, San Jose by Salinda |
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Hellyer Park, San Jose by Dick |
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Blossom Hill Park by Helen |
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Jacarandas by Indiria |
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Interpretation of Birdhouses by Leslie |
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Birdhouses that inspired Leslie |
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Martin's Beach by Lisha |
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Starlight House near Yosemite by Caroline |
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Orchids by Sham |
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Gamble Garden Gazebo by Tanvi |
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Jacarandas in Bloom by Alison |
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Two Cats on a Bed by Annie |
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Gamble Garden by Jane S |
Great job, fellow artists! I hope to finish a watercolor this week....? Nina
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