Wednesday, March 26, 2014

ON THE ROAD AGAIN!! I WILL SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND!!






THIS WEEKEND I WILL BE IN HOUSTON, TEXAS 
AT:

Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park 2014
    Booth Location: B313
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Radiant Orchid Art Heist!

at Bayou City Arts Festival

March 30, 2014 --- 1pm - 4pm

Art Heist Artwork -"Pink Lady"- 8x10" pastel - donated by Barbara J. Mason

A Garden Party at the Festival 

Celebrating the obsession with Color, Art & Chance!

Artists participating in the Bayou City Art Festival – Memorial Park 2014 have donated amazing examples of their work for participants to Heist at this inspired fund-raiser–within-a-fundraiser. 
Heisters participate in a series of drawings to Heist their choice of over 100 donated art pieces at a party which captures focus of the festival Sunday afternoon, March 30.
The artwork shown above will be auctioned off during Art Heist Event on Sunday!

I hope to see you there!
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 I WILL NOT BE PARTICIPATING 
IN THE FRISCO ARTS IN THE SQUARE 2014

  
DUE TO A SCHEDULE CONFLICT,  WILL NOT BE IN FRISCO THIS WEEKEND. 
THIS IS THE FIRST TIME IN 5YRS THAT I HAVE NOT BEEN A PART OF THE 
FRISCO ARTS IN THE SQUARE. THIS YEAR PROMISES TO BE A BIGGER AND 
BETTER ART EVENT!

SO PLEASE COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE OTHER TALENTED LOCAL ARTIST!
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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

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.
Jury Panel
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

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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
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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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American Art Collector magazine is specially written for collectors, galleries and painters of traditional art.
"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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www.dragonflystudiocreations.com

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

January Newsletter


News for 2014 1st art quarter

 









 









 
    I have received notification that I my artwork
 entry has been accepted into 
World Watercolour Art Competition! 
This competition features artist from all horizons
in 32 different countries.

This exhibition has four selection processes. The first selection is conducted by the members of a magazine’s editing team. The following three stages will all be juried by a select panel of five highly  recognized international judges

 After being accepted into the entry phase, I have now been juried into round one and advance to round two. Round two is the beginning of the final elimination round and those accepted into round three will become finalist. Round three  finalist will be narrowed down to Only 20 artist. 

The top 20 artists will exhibit their two paintings in Europe most prestigious event
 in Narbonne, South of France.
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This year I will be participating in many local and national
Art completions as well as International an World Exhibits!


The First quarter of this year  I will be traveling
 to Venice, France with ART TREKS, to paint
and photograph the festivities of CARNIVAL!



I also have been accepted as a finalist into
the Richeson75 Floral and Still Life
Online Competition.  Award results will be posted soon.


Also, Look for my artwork in the April 2014 Top 100 Pastel artist !


I will be exhibiting locally this quarter in
Allen, Frisco, Deep Ellum, Southlake, Dallas, 
 StoneBriar Country Club and
during monthly artwalks at my Studio/Gallery
#2016  in Valley View Mall.


I will continue to add new events and
 art show entry acceptances as I receive them!

This is going to be an exciting year and I am expecting GREAT things!!!

 


Saturday, December 21, 2013

SEE YOU TONIGHT AT STUDIO HOLIDAY GATHERING!




"Partridge In A Pear Tree" 12x16" framed  Pastel by Barbara J. Mason

 See you tonight at:
 Dragonfly Studio & Gallery
 Christmas Gathering!
Location: Valley View Mall:  13331 Preston Rd. 
Dallas TX. 75240
Suite: 2016
Date: December 21, 2013
Time: 6-10pm
This month's artwalk will feature artists studio sidewalk sale!
There will be Christmas music, cookies, drinks and light munchies !
We would love to see you and thank you
  in person for your supporting the ARTS!


DRAGONFLY STUDIO & GALLERY  VALLEY VIEW MALL  DALLAS, TX


SOLD! "Santa" African American-13x19"-Watercolor-Barbara J. Mason












Tuesday, December 17, 2013

You Better Watch Out!! Santa Claus is coming......

We would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

"Santa" African American-13x19"-Watercolor-Barbara J. Mason


You are invited to
 Dragonfly Studio & Gallery
 Christmas Gathering!
Location: Valley View Mall:  13331 Preston Rd. Dallas TX. 75240
Suite: 2016
Date: December 21, 2013
Time: 6-10pm
This month's artwalk will feature artists studio sidewalk sale!
There will be Christmas music, cookies, drinks and light munchies !
We would love to see you and thank you in person for your supporting
the arts this year!

I have a few more 2014 calendars and lots of last minute
art items such as: greeting cards and small artwork for you to purchase as stocking stuffers.
This event is indoors and  free to the public!

***The above painting is title: "Santa": African American Series
I have decided to paint a Multicultural Santa each year! 
Santa represented through the eyes of the children of all Nations.
This will be a series collectors series. 
On the Santa list is Santa: Feliz Navida, America, India..and more.

"POINSETTIA" pastel by Barbara J. Mason


Contact artist to purchase this artwork!
www.dragonflystudiocreations.com
email: art4dragonfly@aol.com

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