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I n s i d e the artist's studio...
TraillWorks is Jennie Traill Schaeffer's home away from home. Her studio, as pictured above is open to the public. Stop in, you might catch her in the midst of creating her next masterpiece.
M o r e Vintage Apron Strings painted
"I've been including collage a little bit in a few recent paintings; unlike a blank canvas, the collage dictates somewhat the direction of the painting." Jennie Schaeffer on her new paintings...continue reading more about the paintings on her blog.
 
From Left to Right:Apron Strings #4, Oil on Canvas, 5" x 7", ©2010 Jennie Traill Schaeffer, Apron Strings #5, Oil on Canvas, 5" x 7", ©2010 Jennie Traill Schaeffer
W e d d i n g Cake Portraits
Savor your sweetest wedding memory with an original wedding cake portrait by Jennie Traill Schaeffer. Treat yourself or surprise the bride and groom with a truly delectable gift they'll cherish for years to come. Further information and how to order can be found here.
Most recently, Jennie has completed two commissioned wedding cake portraits. Let's take a look at how Jennie creates her beautiful portraits from start to finish. First, preliminary sketches are created, to explore different angles and techniques. When the final composition is decided upon, the paint is put to canvas, and the final work of art is complete. This particular portrait was commissioned by a college roommate to give to her sister and brother in-law as a wedding present. The couple was married February 26, 2010. Congratulations!
Follow Jennie's process from beginning to end on Facebook. 
February 26, 2010. Oil on Canvas, 11" x 14",
©2010 Jennie Traill Schaeffer completed 6/25/10
J e n n i e, a Leading Mom in Business
***Due to an increase in student enrollment, TraillWorks has added an additional work table to accommodate more students. Fall enrollment has begun, visit TraillWorks to sign up now before space fills up!***
Jennie has been teaching private and semiprivate lessons for three years and within the past year began small group art lessons to children age 5 - adult. Lessons are very intimate which allows Jennie to develop technique and individual goals with her students. Please visit TraillWorks: The Blog for new posts on Saturdays regarding Jennie's most current students and their work. Take a look at some of the beautiful work they have been creating...
Self Portrait, Graphite on Ingres, 12" x 16", ©2010 Jake Scordato, Age 15
Quacking to Singing in the Rain, Watercolor / Colored Pencil on Arches, 20" x 15", ©Molly Romania, Age 13
Two new businesses are set to open in August.
- Sarah's Yarn, located at 193 Spring Street
- Trinity, a fine dining / martini lounge, located in the former Barristers on Spring Street.
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U p c o m i n g and Ongoing Events
E x h i b i t i o n s and Receptions
- September 11, 2010 "New Gelatin Prints" Opening Reception with artist Brenda Decker, also our Tour of Art guest artist. Exhibit runs August 28-September 25.
Reclamation, 18" x 24",
acrylic on wood panel © Brenda Decker
- Saturday, October 9, 2010 "Two Sides to every story-An Exploration of the Apron" Opening reception with Jennie Traill Schaeffer and guest artist Martha Hall from 5-8pm. Exhibit runs from Oct. 2-Nov. 27th. Congratulations to Martha for her recent third place ribbon at Quilt Odyssey in Hershey PA!
- December 11, 2010 "David Ohlerking Paints Newton" Meet the artist reception is from 5-8pm. Exhibit runs December 4th - January 29th. Visit David's website to get an idea of the amazing work he creates!
JC's Grillhouse, Oil on Panel, 24" x 24",
© 2010 David Ohlerking
TraillWorks is pleased to offer its first two official workshops hosted by guest artists. Look for pricing and registration information in next month's newsletter. Of course, feel free to call to express an interest, 973-383-1307 or send us an email.
- Saturday, October 24, 2010 10am-3pm No Sew Fine Art Quilting with guest artist Martha Hall.
- Sunday, November 14, 2010 10am-3pm Japanese Stab Bindings with guest artist Renie Garlick
S p r i n g Street Happenings
Savor Spring Street on 2nd Saturday
Shops and Galleries open late
Art | Music | Food
- August 14th 2nd Saturday - Summer Blues with live music by Eight Days of Blues
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Cruise night is every Thursday from 6-9pm along Spring Street. Cruise night is sponsored by Newton Main Street, for more information, please contact Director Jim Sheldon at (973) 940-3178 or www.mainstreetnewton.org
September 11, 2010 Jennie has been involved in supporting research and awareness for Ovarian Cancer for the past several years. This year, she will host an awareness event throughout the day in cooperation with Turn the Towns Teal, Inc. at TraillWorks on September's 2nd Saturday.
Initial plans include a special offering of wines, teal-colored jewelry, opportunities to learn about the disease, and TraillWorks will be making a donation from sales during the day to Turn the Towns Teal.
Last year, Jennie volunteered to "Teal" Newton with ribbons and is doing it again this year. If you'd like to help "Teal" Newton, please contact Jennie by phone, 973-383-1307 or email.
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Newest jewelry by Martha Traill Schaeffer
earrings $25, necklace $82 ($95 as a set)
Oops. Last month we priced one of Martha's bracelet's incorrectly. Here's the amended price:
Jasper, Unakite, and Sterling Bracelet, $120
Liesl Carlson, another guest jewelry artist at TraillWorks, has just been featured in the book, 30 Minute Earrings, launched this month by Lark Books. Carlson's earrings were selected for the main image gracing the book's cover. Congratulations to her - she's a very creative and talented jewelry artist whom TraillWorks is honored to represent. Stop in to see her collection at the gallery and learn more about Liesl by catching her blog.
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