Classes at Multnomah Arts Center & Tutoring

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Suzy

The days are long, the sun is shining, and the air smells like barbeque and…turpentine? Yes, it’s a good time to work on your painting and drawing! Luckily, I’ll be teaching classes on oil and acrylic painting at the Multnomah Arts Center beginning on June 18 and continuing every Tuesday until August 20. Download the Summer 2013 Catalog from the MAC website(I’m on page 34) for details and how to register online.

Students working from a still life

Can’t make it to the classes? I also offer private tutoring and instruction so you can learn at at your own pace and on your own time. For more info about my private tutorials, check out my website.

You don’t have to learn alone, either–bring in your family and take a class together! This could be a good bonding experience or a way to have fun with your kids while they’re out of school.

Get your summer off to a good start and sign up today! I’ll see you in the studio.

Multnomah Arts Center: http://www.multnomahartscenter.org
I’ll be teaching the following classes:
Oils & Acrylics Ages 13 & Up
Learn to paint and explore the power of color, values and form. Practice color
mixing and the tools and mediums of oil painting, while developing compositions
from colorful and varied still life. No prior experience necessary. Get supply list online:
www.MultnomahArtsCenter.org
400005 Tu. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Jun. 18 – Aug. 20 $205 [9 classes] No class July 16

Oil & Acrylic—The Costumed Figure in a Setting Ages 13 & Up
Explore still life, drapery, and the human figure. Learn the power of composition,
color, values and form with one day poses and weekly assignments. Develop
anatomy, mixing colors from life and all the tools and mediums of oils or acrylics.
Some drawing and painting experience helpful, but assignments can be tailored for the
beginner. All levels. Get supply list online: www.MultnomahArtsCenter.org
399973 Tu. 1:00 – 4:00 pm Jun. 18 – Aug. 20 $225 [9 classes] No class July 16

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Cascadia Show at Collar Works

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Suzy
Surfer by Suzy Kitman

Surfer, oil on canvas, 34″ x 40″, $2800

If you’re on the East Coast, you can find my work in Troy, New York at Collar Works Gallery. They’re hosting a show of eighteen Pacific Northwest artists called Cascadia and I’m pleased to be part of it! My painting Surfer will be shown.

The show is up from May 31st through June 22nd.
Opening reception is Friday, May 31st from 5 to 9 p.m.

Collar Works:
http://collarworks.org
444 River St, third floor
Troy, NY 12180

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St. Johns Bizarre This Weekend and Upcoming Workshop

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Suzy

I hope to see you this Saturday the 11th! I’ll be selling prints, giclees, original artwork, notecards, and other items at the St. Johns Bizarre. Come on by and check out what’s for sale at any time from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Want more reasons to stop by? Try the 51st Annual St. Johns Parade, which starts at noon, or tons of other vendors selling everything from food to jewelry to art!

St. Johns Bridge, Twilight View, oil on canvas, 20″ x 16″

Additionally, I’ll be teaching a workshop in just a few weeks under the St. Johns Bridge. Learn to paint en plein air in the beautiful Cathedral Park. Date to come!

St. Johns Bizarre:
http://stjohnsbizarre.com/
Saturday, May 11, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
St. Johns Business District

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Auctions and More

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Suzy

I’m looking forward to a couple auctions in my future! On Saturday, April 27, the Cascade Aids Project will be auctioning off a ceramic platter I painted as part of the   24th Annual CAP Art Auction at the Memorial Coliseum. On May 4 at Jesuit High School’s 45th Annual Auction, “Remember. Celebrate. Believe,” up on the block will be my charcoal portrait services, valued at $900. Finally, I’m in a show you don’t need to leave the house for: Middle Tennessee State University has an online exhibition up titled “12 x 12″. Be sure to click on the works of art to see them up close!

30″ x 22″, charcoal on paper, sold

CAP Art Auction:
www.capartauction.org
Saturday, April 27
Memorial Coliseum

Jesuit High School Auction:
http://www.jesuitportland.org/page.cfm?p=611
Saturday, May 4
Jesuit High School

“12 x 12″ Online Exhibition:
http://www.mtsu.edu/art/photogallery/12x12_1.php
All times, all locations
Hosted by Middle Tennessee State University

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A Perfect Pairing

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Suzy

This is “not your stuffy wine shop!”  So I am excited to be showcasing a selection of my Landscapes, Wine Bottle Stills, and Big Fruit paintings that celebrate Oregon and her rich bounty of fruit and wines at Sip D’vine, a wine shop featuring Northwest wines in historic Multnomah Village.  This special collection will be on display March 27 through June 30, 2013, so you have plenty of time to get over there and check it out.  Besides, you need an excuse to try some new wine, right?

Sip D’vine
7829 SW Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219

 

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Oil & Acrylic Painting Class: The Costumed Figure in a Setting

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Suzy

I am excited to offer a brand new class!  Come explore still life, drapery, and the human figure.  Learn the power of composition, color, values and form with 1 day poses and weekly assignments.  Develop anatomy, mixing colors from life and all the tools and mediums of oils or acrylics.  Some drawing and painting experience helpful, but assignments can be tailored for the beginner.  All levels.  Supply list available online.

April 4 – June 4, 2013
Tuesdays 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuition $246 (10 classes)

Multnomah Arts Center
7688 SW Capital Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
 
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Oil and Acrylics Painting Class

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Suzy

Learn to paint and explore the power of color, values and form.  Practice color mixing and the tools and mediums of oil painting, while developing compositions from colorful and varied still life.  No prior experience necessary.  Ages 13 & up.  Supply list available online.

April 2 – June 4, 2013
Tuesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Tuition $228 (10 classes)

Multnomah Arts Center
7688 SW Capital Hwy 
Portland, OR 97219
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OSA Spring Art Show

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Suzy

The Oregon Society of Artists promotes the artistic and professional interests of its members by providing exhibiting opportunities, and the 2013 Spring Art Show is one of those great exhibits.  And since I am an OSA member, you will see one of my own popular landscapes featuring a favorite Oregon locale!  So support Oregon artists and check out this juried art show running March 10 through April 5, 2013.  And don’t miss the artists’ reception March 10, 1-4 pm with ribbons awarded at 2:30 pm by Jurist Lee Lauritzen.  Who knows?  Maybe one of the featured artists is even a neighbor of yours!

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place at St. Clair
Portland, OR 97205
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A proper view at Proper Eats

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Suzy

If you haven’t been to the Oregon coast recently, then you need to visit Proper Eats in charming downtown St Johns between February 4 and March 31, 2013, for a proper view of my seascapes.   In addition to my latest and greatest paintings, including Hug Point,  I will also have some giclée canvas prints available for sale and ready to hang.

And please join me for an artist reception Tuesday, February 12, 5-8pm, when you can share wine, snacks, and your favorite beach spot or ocean view with me!  I am always looking for new inspiration and unique Oregon locales!

Proper Eats
7 days a week, 9am-10pm
8638 North Lombard Street 
Portland, OR 97203
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Big Fruit at New Seasons

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Suzy

If you are a fan of “the friendliest store in town” and locally grown produce, come check out a home grown collection of my Big Fruit paintings at the Progress Ridge New Seasons Market this February.  My work will be hanging in the deli from February 4 through March 4, 2013.

And if all my rich, colorful, juicy fruit is not enough to tempt you, then join me for their First Thursday event, February 7, 2013, 5-8pm, when they will be celebrating Mardi Gras.  They will be serving up Cajun food samples throughout the store as well as beer tasting at the bar and mask decorating for the kids.  Their First Thursday events are fun and very popular.  So don’t miss out on the festivities!  And for instant gratification, I will also have some affordable giclée prints available to purchase and ready to hang.

New Seasons Market Progress Ridge
14805 SW Barrows Road, Suite 103
Beaverton, OR  97007
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