Seaside Art Gallery's 24th International Miniature Art Show

The 24th Annual International Miniature Art Show at Seaside Art Gallery is happening online now.  I missed submitting to this show last year and am so pleased that I am able to submit work this year!  Each year the show exhibits around 550-600 works of art by talented artists from all around the globe.  Some of the world’s most renowned miniature artists participate each year! This show has a wonderful variety of  fine art miniatures! 

Above are my three works in the show, shown in their frames.  They are, The Custodian, Sure Signs of Autumn, and Smooching. 

This great show is a favorite of mine. I love the presentation of the entire show online. Seaside is a very organized and well run gallery.  Not only will you be able to click on the work to see an enlarged view, but if you click on the details, it tells you the artist's name and where they're from.  There is also a thumbnail of the work in it's frame which you can click on for an enlarged framed view. The clarity of the image is perfect AND you can put it in your cart and buy the artwork online!  Just click on The Custodian, Sure Signs of Autumn or Smooching to see my work on Seaside's online gallery.  If you want to go back to the rest of the show, just click at the bottom, 24th International Miniature Art Show, it will take you there.  Enjoy!

The Custodian © Barbara A. Freeman

Graphite and Mixed Media on Claybord  3 5/8" x 3 5/8"

Sure Signs of Autumn © Barbara A. Freeman

Acrylic on Claybord  3 5/8" x 3 5/8" 

Smooching © Barbara A. Freeman

Acrylic  1 3/4" x 2 3/4"

Seaside Art Gallery's show is one of the top five national miniature shows that you can see in person and online.  The exhibition runs from May 2^nd through May 30^th,  2015.  The Artists Reception is May 23^rd from 7 to 9 PM.  

The online exhibition starts upon arrival of each artist’s work.  When the artwork arrives in the gallery, it is examined, measured, photographed and posted.   Miniature art is often referred to as "the little jewels of the art world" and enjoys continued growth in popularity worldwide. All beautiful jewels, they'd make the perfect gift for MOM!  I hope if you are in the area, you will go see this great show!  Seaside Art Gallery, 2716 Virginia Dare Trail South, Nags Head, NC 

**Please Note: The artwork for the 24th IMAS  is currently for sale.  If purchasing online, please be sure to click “apply coupon” to activate the free shipping.  However the art must remain at the gallery until the end of the show, at which time Seaside Art Gallery will  ship it  free within the USA. Call or email us with any questions concerning the show, or other gallery art at 252.441.5418, or 800.828.2444.  Email:  info@seasideart.com.

Thanks for taking the time to read about the shows I'm participating in and my work.  Spring is in the air and lots of things happening to me here on the home front.  I'm staying busy creating new work and am submitting to a few more shows this year, than last.  It's all been a slow process, but moving along.  A big change is happening this summer when will be welcoming our daughter, Gina, (and her little dog too!) who will be leaving the hot state of TX to come reside in the cool Pacific Northwest.  We'll be meeting up with her in TX and having a fun road trip back here.  We're hoping to visit the area around Santa Fe and elsewhere on our way back home.  It's all still in the planning stage but I'm sure we will have lots of fun and inspirations on the trip there and back.  We will be so pleased to have her here!  

MPSGS Show and Honorable Mention Award

I'm doing the happy dance that all three of my entries were accepted in the Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Gravers Society (MPSGS) of Washington D. C. for their upcoming show in November!  Doing the even happier dance that my entry, Capturing the Glow was awarded an Honorable Mention!

Capturing the Glow  © Barbara A. Freeman M.A.A.

Graphite and Mixed Media  3 5/8" x 3 5/8"

 

Capturing the Glow  3 5/8" x 3 5/8"  Graphite on Claybord

Smooching  1 3/4" x 2 3/4"  Acrylic

Sure Signs of Autumn  3 5/8" x 3 5/8"  Acrylic

© Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A.

My three works, Capturing the Glow,  Sure Signs of Autumn and Smooching will be in the Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Gravers Society's 81st Annual International Exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature.  The show is held in The Mansion at the Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD.  They are open, Weekdays 10-4 • Wed. 10-9 • Sat. 10-3 (closed Sun. and Holidays).  The Exhibition Opening is Sunday, November 23rd, 2014, 2 to 4.  The show runs November 23rd through January 5th 2015.  This years Judge is Linda Rossin, Professional Artist.  If you are in the area, this is a beautiful venue and a show not to miss.  These tiny treasures make great holiday gifts!

THE SPIRIT OF A MINIATURE (Taken from the prospectus)

This unique art form, based on a minute scale, traces its roots back to the book paintings and illuminated manuscripts set in the 7th century.  A work of fine art in miniature is a particularly personal object that draws the viewer into an intimate, concentrated little world that is breathtaking in its execution.  Every single detail is miniaturized – the scale of the subject matter, the brush or pencil strokes – so that only with high magnification can one behold the immaculate details of the artist's technique which may include stippling, hatching or pointillism.  These techniques are a specialized means of producing a perfect balance of color and detail in a series of thinly applied layers of exquisite color intended to reflect light. The miniatures show a high standard of design and the artist’s mastery of the chosen media and palette.

A quick note to say I was surprised to find I was awarded a Merit Award for my work, Afghan Kitty at the 36th Annual Arts of the Terrace, Mountlake Terrace. On another note, I'm sorry to say I will not be submitting work to the Miniature Art Society of Florida (MASF) show this year.  This is the first time since I've first enter the show that I've not been able to send work.  Alas, I knew this could happen last year when I was not able to be in my studio.  But family came first and that is the way it has to be.  I'm just glad that I'm back in my studio now!  Things work out and you move forward.  As always, thank you for taking the time to read about my work.

2013 Miniature Masterpieces and More! Show - Tsuga Gallery

It's that time of year for the Miniature Masterpieces and More! invitational exhibit at *Tsuga Fine Art Gallery in Bothell. This year I have two in the Small Works Category and three in the Miniature Category.  *(formally Kaewyn Gallery)

Small Works Category

Top:  Hidden Beauty © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A. 

Graphite and Mixed Media on Film 3 3/8" x 5 3/8"

Bottom:  Lady and the Dragon © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A. 

Graphite and Mixed Media on Film 3 3/8" x 5 3/8"

I know that many would consider my two small works above as miniatures.  However, as a member of several Miniature Art Societies, I follow the guidelines of these Societies.  I consider work that is under 25 inches square, done with attention to detail, with a 1/6 scale and fine rendering to be a miniature work of art.  The two above, even if they are under 25" square and done with much detail, are framed larger and just do not fit in the miniature category!   If you are curious and wish to read or learn more about miniature art and the miniature art societies, you can do so on the following links. 

• Miniature Artists of America, Signature Member
• Miniature Art Society of Florida
• Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Gravers Society of Washington DC
• Association of Miniature Artists

 Fine Art Miniatures

Top:  More Salmon, Please  © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A.  

Acrylic on Illustration Board 2" x 2"

Middle:  Smooching  © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A.  

Acrylic  1 3/4" x 2 3/4"

Bottom:  Ol' Blue Eyes  © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A.  

Acrylic  3" x 3"

The above are my miniature works in the show.  The Miniature Masterpieces and More! show opens on Friday, December 6th and runs through January 11th.   Tsuga Fine Art Gallery is located in beautiful downtown Bothell at 10101 Main Street (google map).They are open Tuesday - Thursday 10 to 6, Friday 10 - 5 and Saturday 10 - 4.  It is my 7th year participating in this fine invitational show.  Each year I am amazed by all the beautiful work in the show.  I hope you get a chance to see it.  All work is for sale.  These small and miniature artworks make wonderful gifts that will be lasting treasures.  Support your local businesses and your local artists!  Thank you for taking the time to read about my work.  Happy Holidays to all of my blogger friends and friends to be!

* Tsuga Fine Art Gallery will be updating their website for this show soon.  

"Smoochin'" Awarded Second Place - 35th Annual Arts of the Terrace - Mountlake Terrace

Friday evening we went to the opening of 35th Annual Arts of the Terrace Festival in Mountlake Terrace.  What a fun time! I was very pleased to see that my entry, Smoochin' received Second Place in Miniatures and my entry, More Salmon, Please was awarded an Honorable Mention! That was a BIG surprise!!  My friend, Janie Olsen was awarded Third Place in Miniature for her lovely work,  Butterscotch, from her Rabbit Series.  I love her rabbits!!  We were both surprised to see that the First Place in Miniatures, Jade by artist Valencia Carroll, also received Best in Show! Congratulations to Valencia Carroll!  I don't have a link to her work, but you can go to the show and see all the wonderful pieces in the show!  I thought this years show was even better than last!  All work is for sale and make wonderful, lasting gifts.  It will bring happiness to you for years to come and you get to support your local artist!   Map and directions follow in post below.


It's autumn and that means it's time for the 35th Annual Arts of the Terrace Festival in Mountlake Terrace! I am so happy to say all my work submitted was juried in!  I also got an email that my miniature, Smoochin' received an award!  That makes me even happier!  This is a fun show I always look forward to participating in.  Last year I missed submitting to the show due to sad family issues, but I'm so happy to be back this year!  My three miniatures in the show are, Ol' Blue Eyes,  More Salmon, Please, and Smoochin'. Also selected, my new drawing, Special Delivery, and the small works acrylic painting, Snowy Visitor.

 Smoochin'  © Barbara A. Freeman

Acrylic  1 3/4 x 2 3/4

 Ol' Blue Eyes Colored Pencil - Smoochin' Acrylic - More Salmon, Please Acrylic

© Barbara A. Freeman

Special Delivery  © Barbara A. Freeman

Graphite and Mixed Media on Film  9 3/4" x 7 5/8"

Snowy Visitor  © Barbara A. Freeman

Acrylic on True Gesso  7 5/8" x 9 5/8"

The show runs from September 28th through October 6th, at the Mountlake Terrace Library Complex, 23300 58th Ave. W. in Mountlake Terrace.  (map)  There will be an Artists & Patrons Preview, on September 27, 7:00pm - 9:00pm, with an Awards Ceremony at 7:30pm. The show will be open to the public starting September 28th - October 6, 2013.  The hours are listed below.  Hope you get a chance to see the show. 

 Monday - Thursday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Friday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Saturday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Sunday, October 6, 1:00pm - 3:00pm 

Parklane Gallery 21st Annual International Miniature Art Show

My four framed entries in Parklane Gallery's Miniature Art Show

Parklane Gallery's 21st Annual International Miniature Art Show is online for viewing at www.parklanegallery.com. The show opens April 30th and runs through June 2nd.  The Reception and Awards Ceremony is on May 10th from 6 to 8 PM.  That is also the same night of the Kirkland Art Walk.  Parklane Gallery is located at 130 Park Lane in beautiful downtown Kirkland WA.  For more information, phone 425.827.1462.

Smooching © Barbara A. Freeman

Acrylic on Panel 1 3/4" x 2 3/4"

My new acrylic painting, Smooching is number 86 in Parklane's online show.  These two cuties were inspired from a visit we made to the Evergreen State Fair last summer.

On a sad note, I'm sorry to say that I will not be able to attend the Parklane Miniature show this year due to other obligations.  Therefore, we will not be able to photograph the show to post on my blog and other miniature group sites as usual.   This is the first year since I've been participating in this show that I have not attended.  I will miss seeing all these tiny treasures in person and the enthusiastic gallery visitors viewing the show.  I am so glad that at least I can view these many wonderful artworks online.

Undaunted © Barbara A. Freeman  SOLD

Acrylic on Illustration Board 2" x 2"

Undaunted is number 87 on the Parklane Gallery online show.  It's another tiny work inspired from a hike.

Hideaway © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A. 

Graphite and Mixed Media on Film 3 1/4" x 3 1/4"

Waiting © Barbara A. Freeman, M.A.A. SOLD

Graphite and Mixed Media on Film 2 5/16" x 4 1/2"

Hideaway, number 88 and Waiting, number 89 are the two works that were part of the Miniature Artists of America's (M.A.A.) submissions that recently traveled as part of the World Federation of Miniature Artists to the 5th Worldwide Conference and Exhibition of Fine Arts in Miniature, held at the Russian Academy of Art in Moscow, Russia,  September, 2012.  At the time I didn't have much information on the show, or if they were even exhibited.  When they were returned, I was glad to find out they were in the exhibit.  They were gone a long time and traveled from here in Washington to Florida to London to Moscow and who knows how many custom stops in-between!  Now they are back home and showing for the first time here at Parklane!

This is a great show, I will miss the excitement and all the miniature art lovers at the reception.  My friend Janie Olsen is in the show with five of her wonderful goat and dog paintings, starting number 195 in the online show.  Be sure to check out Janie's work, it will put a smile on your face!  This is the best miniature show in the Pacific Northwest, so hope you get a chance to see it.  You can check out the show online www.parklanegallery.com for a preview and after May 1st, it will be possible to also put the work in your cart and purchase them online!

As always, thank you for reading about my work.  Hope your spring has arrived and you are enjoying the beauty around you.