Inside the Artist's Studio...
New Commission:
Sacco-the indifferent pug
Jennie's new subject is a very indifferent pug named Sacco. As seen above, this is a photo from his first ever photo shoot! From there Jennie began some preliminary sketches for the client to choose from. The first sketch, was chosen and the oil painting has begun. You can view the progress and keep up to date on TraillWorks' Facebook page in the "Commissions" album.
On the subject of drawing
Jennie has used different resources while teaching her students, one of which, James McMullan's columns on drawing which were featured in The NY Times OpEd pages. Jennie has referenced these lessons in teaching teens and adults about drawing skills and techniques.
David Shipley,
the editor of the New York Times OpEd page, asked James McMullan to write a series
of columns on the subject of drawing for the online edition of the
newspaper, instructing readers on the most
fundamental aspects of drawing and then moving on to more advanced
elements of the skill. McMullan wrote and illustrated twelve weekly columns
beginning on September 24th, 2010. McMullen's biography and the twelve columns on drawing, just as they appeared in the Times can be found here. The above image is an illustration by James McMullan from the first column entitled, "Phantom Skill". It's a great reference to jump-start you back into drawing.
New Student work
Many new student pieces have been added to the "Student Work" album on TraillWorks' Facebook page. Below are just three examples of the different types of artwork being created in the studio. Please continue to the "Student Work" album to view all the work.
"Mandala", acrylic and colored pencil,
©2011 Laurel O'Rourke,
adult student taught by Corrie Guddemi
I (Corrie) introduced Laurel to the concept and history of the mandala, and she chose the subject matter and media to work in. The plant is representative of the bittersweet vine and berries, and the outside border is done to mimic basket or fabric weaving.
Untitled, graphite and india ink, ©2011 Phillip Nezamis
Phillip chose the subject matter of this piece since he has an interest in dragons. Working from a calendar image, he cropped the photo and worked closely from it to create his final piece.
Untitled, watercolor and pen, ©2011 Miles Shaw
Miles completed the above assignment after learning about Italian painter, Giuseppe Arcimboldo best known for creating imaginative portrait heads made entirely of objects like fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish, and books.
(Above) Rudolf II (Holy Roman Emperor) painted as Vertumnus, Roman God of the seasons, c.1590
Summer Session
July 12th - August 27th
Like what you've seen? Summer is a great time to hone your artistic skills. We offer flexible packages to accommodate all those vacation plans you've been making! Groups are scheduling now for summer hours beginning July 12th. There is an option of purchasing the full seven week package, or a four week pre-pay to use at any time throughout the seven week session with the option to add up to three weeks as you go. Payment and enrollment is due before June 30th. Give Jennie a call at the gallery at 973-383-1307 to see what will work best for you.
Q & A with Martha C. Hall
I (Corrie), often wish I had our guest
artists in the
gallery to pick their brains about their creative process. So, I
conducted a little interview with two of our most recent artists. This
month we'll be featuring fabric artist, Martha C. Hall. Stay tuned for
next month's interview with Brenda Decker. Here's
what Martha had to say:
Corrie: Do you have any formal training in the arts?
Martha C. Hall: I have a B.A. in Studio Art from Montclair State University. While there I studied Textile Design and Painting.
Corrie: What gave you the idea to do the bird pieces? Will there be more?
Martha C. Hall: The small bird pieces were so much fun to make. The whole thing started when a pair of cardinals started making their nest in a tree right by our back door. It was fascinating to watch their
activity. I was working in the small 4" x 6" format at the time and of course it seemed a perfect subject.I started tagging my "Bird Guide" with the various birds I see in the yard and on my walks, and I want to chronicle more of them.
To continue reading my full interview with Martha please visit TraillWorks: the Blog. Also, more of Martha's thoughts, work and photos can be found on her website which includes her own blog, marthahallart.com.
Robin's Nest, 4" x 6", Fabric Art, framed in 8" x 10" shadow box frame, $125. ©2011 Martha C. Hall
Circle Chain 2, 4" x 6", Fabric Art, framed in 8" x 10" shadow box frame, $125. ©2011 Martha C. Hall
Circle Chain 2, 4" x 6", Fabric Art, framed in 8" x 10" shadow box frame, $125. ©2011 Martha C. Hall
Are you Interested in Making a Purchase? If
you are interested in purchasing any of the artwork seen here or on our Facebook page please contact TraillWorks at (973)
383-1307 or send us an email at Jennie@traillworks.com. We are in the midst of a web site redesign which will include a store with online shopping cart, but until then, this is our best way of selling online. |
Exhibitions and Receptions
EXTENDED to July 3rd - Karin Lowney-Seed: Recent Works
Blue Skies, Acrylic on Canvas, 64" x 40",
©2011 Karin Lowney-Seed, $3500
Artist, Karin Lowney-Seed chatting with a guest at the opening reception of her show.
Our opening reception on May 14th for Karin's show was a great success! Thank you to Andre's Restaurant & Wine Boutique for providing some fantas tic wine and edibles! And, most importantly, thank you to Karin for her support of the exhibit and for sharing her fantastic work with us. Continue reading more about the evening on TraillWorks: The Blog and view the entire photo album of Karin's opening on Flickr. All the pieces available for sale can be seen on the TraillWorks' Facebook Page, by clicking on the photo link to the Karin Lowney-Seed album.
- This exhibit has
been postponed to a later date that has yet to be determined. We
apologize for the inconvenience and invite you to learn more about the
three artists' work at each of their websites. "Goddesses of the House", featuring the works of Linda Vonderschmidt-LaStella of Earthsongs Studio and Amy Spaans Brooks of Paradise Glass both in Metuchen, NJ, and Jennie Traill Schaeffer of TraillWorks.
Veiled Woman #4,
Earthenware and glazes,
©2011 Linda Vonderschmidt-LaStella
Upcoming Events at TraillWorks
- Saturday, June 25th, 3 - 8pm - Liesl Carlson Trunk Show One
day trunk show featuring jewelry artist, Liesl Carlson. Don't miss out
on this opportunity to see a wider variety of Liesl's hammered, rolled
and imprinted silver jewelry! She's coming all the way from
Massachusetts to share her work. More great information straight from Liesl can be found on her blog. Come meet Liesl in person, try on jewelry, enjoy refreshments from "Art Partner" Trinity Restaurant & Lounge, and enter to win select door prizes!
Liesl working in her studio
- September 24th - Hope Throws Her Heart Away - Performed by three actors playing one person, HOPE THROWS HER HEART AWAY traces a woman's
 emergence from feisty child to compliant young adult to self-contented woman. A staged Concert reading performed by Professional Actors, Talk-Back, and Reception with the Playwright & Actors! (Admission by donation) Times TBD, but likely in the evening.
*** We are also working on a companion exhibition featuring Women Artist's interpretation of Hope Throws Her Heart Away for September/October. Keep in mind this also falls during the 40th Annual Peters Valley Craft Fair at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta, NJ. More information can be found by clicking here. Saturday (10am - 6pm) & Sunday (10am - 5pm). It's a great reason to spend the weekend away!
- October 22nd - Who does she think she is? screening
Please click on the image below to be redirected to the film's website for more information.
Savor Spring Street on 2nd Saturday
Shops and Galleries open late
Art | Music | Food
TraillWorks will be setting up a tent in front of the studio where Phylis Barfoot (Silk painter) and Jennie Traill Schaeffer (painter/TraillWorks owner) will be spending the afternoon creating their work outside, giving demos, essentially bringing TraillWorks outside. It's a great way to enjoy a Summer afternoon with the family.
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New Polymer clay jewelry and accessories by
Emily Bittner
A nod to a treasured past
combined with modern design elements create unique handmade jewelry which is
timeless. Emily's work is created using image transfers and elements of
statement florals, French damasks, vintage buttons, and opulent rhinestones.
Emily Bittner is
a polymer clay artist who resides and works from her home studio in Wantage,
New Jersey. Textural surface
techniques, beautiful repeat patterns, and sculptured flower forms are what
ties Emily's jewelry/accessory line together. More of Emily's work can be seen on our Facebook page here.
Polymer Clay Aqua/Pewter button large barrette $35.
VICTORIA Blue Toile Hairclip and Teardrop Dangle Gift Set $30.
Blue Toile Dangle $18.
Blue Toile Barrette $15.
Statement flower vintage button ring, $18.
Polymer clay Love Letters business card holder $38.
Just SOLD, but we have several designs to choose from.
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