Local artist Marcy Dunn Ramsey has had a rich and varied career, and it is her wealth of experience and multi-focused approach to art that makes talking with her so stimulating. Marcy has agreed to share some of her thoughts, insights, and expertise with us through a series of three lectures at RiverArts this May. Dates and topics are:
May 6 – What’s the Big Idea – Abstract, Representational, and Contemporary Art
How to look at and understand art that is non-representational, conceptual, or just plain weird. A general view of the major movements in art since 1945.
May 13 – The Basics: Drawing, Color Theory, and Basic Composition
How to think about making art and understanding the nature of different media. Finding your own ‘voice’ as an artist.
May 20 – Presentation and Portfolio; Marketing Your Work
Submitting art for shows and competitions. Includes tips on framing and matting your work, and submitting digital images for judging.
Lectures will be given in the Classroom Gallery at RiverArts, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Presentations will be complimented by interactive give-and-take. Light refreshments will be served, and you will have the opportunity to talk with her informally.
Ms. Ramsey received a BA from Emmanuel College in Boston, and studied art at St. Mary’s College, Boston Museum School of Fine Arts, and Maryland Institute of Art. She has been a successful portrait artist, teacher, graphic designer, illustrator, print-maker, and painter. She was recently awarded a fellowship to study at the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts. With this background, these discussions are guaranteed to be thought-provoking and interesting. Reserve your seat today!
Fee for attending each lecture is $15.00. RiverArts members $10.00. To register, go to www.chestertownriverarts.org, download the class registration form, and send it to RiverArts at 315 High Street, Suite 106, Chestertown, MD 21620; call 410 778 6300 with your credit card information, or stop by the gallery to sign up in person.
For more information on Marcy and her work, visit the current exhibit at the Massoni Gallery, showing from March 30 to May 4, or go to Marcy’s website at www.marcydunnramsey.com .
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