Sunday Southlake Town Hall Exhibit

Artist Reception Sunday!

"A Drop In Time" - NFS- Watercolor by Barbara J. Mason

Artist Reception on Sunday February 19th at 3pm in Southlake Town Hall.

This exhibit is a prelude to the
2012 Art In The Square Festival.
I will have two works of art displayed on the 2nd floor lobby
of the City of Southlake Town Hall building. This is my first year
participating in the City of Southlake Town Hall exhibit and I am very excited
to have artwork alongside such great artist as:
Gregory Arth, Betty Nash and more.
This exhibit is open to the public from
February 19, thru April 16, 2012.

The official 2012 Art In the Square Art Festival
@ Southlake Town Square in Southlake Texas is a spectacular 3 day event
from April 27 thru April 29th.
Friday: 4pm - 10:30pm
Saturday: 10am-10:30pm
Sunday: 11am-6pm

This year there will be approximately 145 artist and
several emerging artist exhibiting.
I am very fortunate to one of the displaying artist again this year.
Follow my blog and I will notify collectors and friends of my booth number!

"Classic Car" Watercolor by Barbara J. Mason
The above painting will be on display at Southlake Town Hall.
Contact Artist for additional information.

www.dragonflystudiocreations.com

In Case You Missed It!

Above are a few images the of the unveiling of artwork that will be in

Newman Village Plaza for the next two years!
There are 3 stunning 6ft x 4ft paintings located
outdoors on the Newman Village Plaza grounds!

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Sunday February 12th was the 1st Iconic Love Art Event!

Artwork located inside the Newman VillageDiscovery Center will be on display at Newman Village through the end of February!

Participating artist are:
Barbara J. Mason, Misty Oliver Foster,
T. Scott Stromberg, Scott Trent.

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2nd Iconic Love Art Event & Reception!
is tonight At Frisco Discovery Center
800 N. Dallas Parkway , Frisco TX. 75034
6-9pm (this event is free to the public)

Above are the pastel and watercolor paintings by Barbara J. Mason.
All artwork is for sale and will be on display at the Discovery Center
through February 29, 2012!

We hope to see you tonight!!

To see more artwork by Barbara J. Mason
go to: www.dragonflystudiocreations.com

Artwork 2 Love!!

Iconic Love Exhibit

A collection of my artwork representing Objects of Iconic Love.

"Love Potion" Watercolor by Barbara J. Mason
$825.00 - 28"H x 33"W (framed)

I will have artwork on display at (2) venues in Frisco during February (the month of love).
As part of the Frisco Art Experience I will display my artwork along side three other artists: Misty Oliver Foster, T.Scott Stromberg, Scott Trent.

Each artist will interpret what Iconic Love means to them. I have chosen to paint several new painting of red roses, mother and child nurturing love, leading us along the pathway to home.
I had a great time painting for this project because it was another excuse for me to use RED!
I often use splashes of red in my paintings in order to make things pop. This time there was no holding back, several all red compositions in this exhibit, as well as a few with red sprinkled throughout the painting.
For each exhibit, I included floral pastel paintings and still life watercolor and a large figurative acrylic painting.

6ft painting in progress "Safe In Her Arms II"

Newman Village, Darling Holmes have commissioned Myself and Misty and T. Scott to create a 6ft X 4ft painting that will be installed outdoors on a 8ft easel at Newman Village Plaza. On Sunday, February 12, 2012 we will unveil each painting followed by a brief artist talk. The remainder of the day will include: face painting, balloon artist, children's theater and more.
Location: Newman Village: 4131 Fallbrook Drive Frisco, TX. 75033
(located on Eldorado Parkway, just west of the Dallas North Tollway)

"Classic Love" Pastel by Barbara J. Mason
$1000.00 - 24"H x 28" W (framed)

On Friday, February 17, 2012 at Frisco Discovery Center. Myself and Misty Oliver Foster and Scott Trent and T. Scott Stromberg will have another reception and exhibit at The Frisco Discovery Center. The Visual Art Guild of Frisco will also have a Member Show in the main gallery, also titled Iconic Love.

My artwork is featured in the Frisco Arts Reception Gallery, (by the Black Box Theater).
During Friday nights reception there will be live music and theater performances, hors d'oeuvres and lots of great artwork.

Location: Frisco Discovery Center . 8004 N. Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, Texas.

Time: 6:30pm-9:00pm.
Date: Friday: February 17, 2012

Please visit my website purchase and view additional paintings included in this Iconic Love event.
www.dragonflystudiocreations.com

Meet and Greet Barb Mason at The Artist's Showplace this Friday Night!!

"Poinsettia"

Pastel Painting by Barbara J. Mason
Copyright 2011. All rights reserved.

Meet and Greet
Barbara J. Mason
this Friday night at The Artist's Showplace-CityArtCal December reception!

I am honored to have 2 featured Art pages in the 2012 Fine Art In Dallas engagement book. I will be on hand during the reception signing the 2012 engagement books and unveiling my most recent work of art, " Poinsettia"! You don't want to miss this event, this will be a great way to kick off your Holiday Season with a personalized art gift! ______________________________________ There will be: CityArtCal 2012 Fine Art in Dallas engagement books for sale Many featured Artist will be available to sign engagement books Beautiful original artwork for sale, Live music Painting demonstrations on Friday! Opening Reception: FRIDAY- December 2, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Exhibit Date: December 2 -December 30, 2011 Location: The Artist's Showplace 15615 Coit Road Dallas, TX 75248 theartistsshowplace.com You may also order your copy of the 2012 Fine Art in Dallas book online at: cityartcal.com. To see more of my art work, visit my web sites: ww.dragonflystudiocreations.com www.ndueseason.com

Artfully Painting and Cooking !

Who says you can't paint and cook your way through Thanksgiving!
Of course on tomorrow (Thanksgiving Day)
it will be all about- everything- coming- to- a -halt and GIVING THANKS!
I just wanted to share a little visual stimulation the day before our taste buds
are maxed- out and bellies and hearts are full!
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"PURITY" 20x16" Pastel Painting
(To purchase this painting, contact: www.dragonflystudiocreations.com)

"Purity" is the the sister painting to "Unforgettable"!
This piece is framed in black on black that makes the white tulip
POP! I am working on a series of white flowers right now, attempting
to achieve the same quality and style without my usual bold color.
It is very tempting for me to want to add just a dab of color.
But my art critique and husband is close by to make sure I
don't venture off into my color obsession!!

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"TRIBAL OFFERING" 16X20" Watercolor Painting
To purchase this painting, contact:
www.dragonflystudiocreations.com


Ok!, after painting the pastel "Purity", I had to
balance and get to that familiar comfort zone in a
sea of COLOR!! This time I needed lots of color and
patterns and texture with just a hint of white for your eye
to rest! I really enjoyed capturing the refection of the
cloth pattern on the white bowl. It felt great to splash around with watercolor again.
While painting this artwork, I discovered that I still love watercolor
just as much as my pastel painting.

I have noticed that this week I have painted
several food related paintings!
Oh well, TIS THE SEASON!!!
to view more of my painting please visit:
www.dragonflystudiocreations.com
or
email me @: art4dragonfly@aol.com

A WEEKEND OF GRATITUDE!

The above painting, "Unforgettable" has SOLD!

This painting was on display at The Gallery 8680 during the Black and White exhibit! Congratulations to Karen, and welcome as a new collector!

If you would like an original piece of my artwork

to spruce up your home during the holidays, please visit my website: www.dragonflystudiocreations or contact me @ info@dragonflystudiocreations.com

for holiday commissioned artwork prices.

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Citation Reception

My painting, "Submerged" is a juried finalist in the 2011 Citation Exhibit.

I was not one of the award winners on Saturday night, but I was fortunate in another way.

I was very fortunate to meet an upcoming artist, Sana Brown.

Her artwork titled, " The Coat of Many Colors" won

The Golden Paints Merchandise Award.

The quality of artwork and caliber of artist in the exhibit was outstanding.

A few of my favorite artist in this exhibit are: Nuray Fuller, Misty Oliver Foster,

Carmen Lax, Jan Partin and Douglas Winters.

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The CityArtCal opening reception was a big success, a special thanks to The Kitchen Source for providing the exhibit space and allowing local artist to display their artwork! Andrea Davis did and outstanding job with organizing and overseeing the publishing of this years artist calendar!

The 2012 Fine Art in Dallas is a 128-page engagement book with 100 color plates of original art of 72 artists from the Greater Dallas area. A portion of the sales of this keepsake book goes to fund art programs for local schools.

This calendar would make a great holiday art gift!

To purchase 2012 Art Calendar, visit: www.cityartcal.com or email me @ art4dragonfly@aol.com.
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Stay posted!!

I will be in the studio painting this week preparing for upcoming exhibits and competitions!

This should work up a big thanksgiving appetite!

www.dragonflystudiocreations.com

art4dragonfly@aol.com

www.dragonflystudiobarbmason.blogspot.com

See You This Weekend!

2012 CityArtCal Kick Off Party
I am one of 75 Dallas area
artist that will be featured in this the
2012 CityArtCal
Calendar!
Please join us in a spirited
evening TONIGHT!!,
honoring Jennifer Culbertson
and celebrating Dallas Art!

With the purchase of a ticket you will enjoy:
Valet Parking,
A Fine Art Silent Auction,
The Macallan Scotch Whiskey and Other fine Spirits,
Delicious Hors D' Oevres,
Schakoland Fine Chocolate,
Door Prizes from Ocean Prime,
Bohem Unique Gems & more!
A Gift- The 2012 Fine Art in
Dallas Calendar
A silent Auction full of original art, and more....

Advance purchase tickets are a available for $20
Your participation helps to fund CityArtCal's educational art award,
that is given annually to deserving students.

The Kitchen Source
1544 Slocum Street
Dallas, Tx. 75207
November 18th 2011
6:30-930pm
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Juried Show, November 3 - 27. 2011
Artists' Reception & Awards Saturday,
November 19, 7-9pm
@ PFamily Arts
Gallery,
4017 Preston Rd., Plano, TX
75093.

I am pleased to announce that my painting "SUBMERGED"
was selected as finalist in this juried show.

See more of my artwork at:
www.dragonflystudiocreations.com or email me : art4dragonfly@aol.com

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