News & Articles & Events

Events:
 
 It is time for our Monthly ARTWALK!

 See you at: Dragonfly Studio & Gallery

Location: Valley View Mall:  13331 Preston Rd. 
Dallas TX. 75240

Suite: 2016

Date: March 15, 2014

Time: 6-10pm

"Venice Canal" 6 x 2.5" Watercolor by Barbara J. Mason

At this month's  artwalk I will have new painting from my
inspirational trip to Venice, Burano & Murano Italy!

There will be music,  drinks and light hors d' oeuvres!
 

"Burano Window" 4x4" watercolor by Barbara J. Mason

I would love to see you and thank you

  in person for supporting the ARTS! 

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Upcoming Art Shows

  

Frisco, TX. - Art In The Square

 March 29th &30th, 2014

Open 11am-7pm, admission and parking are free

In collaboration with the Frisco Independent School District,

Frisco Square presents Arts in the Square with proceeds 

going to the  Frisco Education Foundation 

and Frisco Family Services.

2012 Award recipient Barbara J. Mason with Frisco Art In the Square Jury Panel

Arts in the Square 2014 takes place March 29 and 30,( from: 11am-7pm daily)

and will feature over 120 of the best local and regional artists selling their original creations. Artists compete in the following categories: Fine Arts/Graphics, Pottery, Textiles, Glass, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Photography, Wood, and Miscellaneous.

Come out and feast your eyes on incredible art, sit and relax by Simpson Plaza, listen to local musicians, watch ongoing performing arts, enjoy interactive art activities, and treat yourself to the food and spirits available at the variety of award-winning restaurants on site. 

Booth Location: Pending

Frisco Square
8874 Coleman
Frisco, TX 75034

for additional information:    http://www.friscosquare.com/AITS

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 20th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival

April 4-6, 2014

Hours:

Friday 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Admission to the festival is free!

Six blocks of Main Street in the Deep Ellum entertainment district will be transformed into one enormous street festival - featuring 200 top-notch decorative and visual artists, 100 original bands and singer/songwriters performing from four different stages, the renowned Pet Parade, and copious food and drink. Festival attendees can stroll through displays of cutting-edge decorative arts and admire, commission, and purchase the works of sculptors, muralists, jewelers, painters, leather and wood crafters, and other specialized fine artists, some of whom will be creating pieces on the spot.

 Festival location/office:
2630 E. Commerce St.
Dallas, TX 75226

Booth Location: Pending  

For additional  show information: http://www.deepellumartsfestival.com

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April 25 - 27, 2014
Southlake Town Square
Southlake, TX
Fri. 4 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Sun. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. 

• Approximately 145 renowned artists, along with several emerging artists, all selected by jury
• Wide variety of artwork media, including 2D, 3D relief, sculpture, photography, jewelry, and more
• Continuous live performances on two stages
• Juried youth artist exhibits
• Tasty food and drink selections
• Community support, with all proceeds donated to local charitable organizations serving women and families in Northeast Tarrant County
• Three days of fun for the whole family!

Booth Location: Pending

 for additional show information: http://www.artinthesquare.com

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NEWS

I am pleased to announce that artwork has been accepted 

into the following exhibits. 

Richeson75 Floral and Still life Competition

 

Light of Day Pastel

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Pastel National 2014 Competition

Water Ballet 21x21" Pastel

Show Stopper 11x14" Pastel

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ARTICLES/PUBLICATIONS

 April 2014 Issue :

 14th Annual Pastel 100

Pastel Journal Magazine

I'm honored once again to be listed among the Top 100 pastel artist in the Nation. 

My painting, "Strawberry Fusion", received honorable mention 

in the Still Life Category of the Pastel 100 competition.

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"Safe Landing" 18x24" Framed Pastel by Barbara J. Mason

American Art Collector magazine 

April 2014 issue: 

Art Lovers Guide to Texas. 

There will be artwork images and 

a 75 word editorial/interview about me &

a advertisement of my upcoming art events in 

the Savvy Collectors Guide section of the April 2014 issue

of the American Art Collector Magazine.

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