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Portrait of Bill


Portrait of Marsha, October 05


"Standing Male Figure" To view more
of Rob's figure painting see the newest
section of his website by clicking here.


One of Rob's industrious students,
Gio Argentati, very kindly compiled a
photo series of Rob painting this quick
oil sketch of Melanie, our host Ireland.
To see step-by-step images of this
portrait demo, click here.



Images from the American Portrait Society Academy demo in San Francisco,
October 2005. Photos courtesy Chuck Pyle of the Academy of Art University, San Francisco.

December 2005

Hello friends, artists, art lovers!
Its been quite a while since the last newsletter. Rob has been extra busy with workshops this year... along with a studio renovation and move he's had very little time to do his own work. He did manage to sneak in some paintings this summer. Several are on the left. The portrait of Bill isn't quite finished but I persuaded him to let me give everyone a sneak peek.

ROB'S BACKYARD STUDIO COMING ALONG
"We might as well have started from scratch" is the consensus around here when it comes to the renovation of Rob's backyard studio. But renovate we did, and the 50+year old barn/garage we started with is now beginning a new life as an artist's studio. We were told it previously housed horses, a hot rod or two, and even an ultralite airplane (not to mention the beehive, mice, and racoon we evicted!). Now that it is nearing completion, it is, hopefully, to be the new birthplace of lots of great artwork! Rob loves the idea of holding some small workshops in the space at some point. We'll keep you posted. Fortunately, this was not near as big a task as the house renovation (yes, we must be a bit crazy) but just as big a relief to finish!
Rob ripping out the second floor
(after help from Lina's dad to engineer new structural support).
Electric, plumbing, windows, door,
and insulation in, but what to do
with all this junk???


Studio in October still in need of finishing touches.

THE LONG WAIT FOR CLASSES
 The wait has gotten longer and longer for those signing up for Rob's Friday Art League classes. A year ago the first students arrived at around 4am. This last signup saw its first arrivals in line at around 7pm on the sidewalk in Alexandria to begin their all-night vigil for registration the next morning. Its a shame that students must wait so long to ensure a spot in their desired class, but what a testiment to the passion and dedication they have for the craft of classical painting and drawing! A true renaissance in the heart of Old Towne! A "lottery" has been vetoed by many of the students, so other solutions are still being mulled over by Rob and the school. Thanks for your patience and sorry if you have been unable to get in. We'll keep you posted!


Apparently not one to waste time, Art League student
Jim Fradkin painted "Waiting for Liberace" while waiting
through the night to sign up for class. Great job, Jim!


ROB TEACHING AT NELSON SHANK'S INCAMMINATI SCHOOL
Rob has been a frequent guest teacher at the Incamminati school in Philadelphia. He taught a five day workshop in February, and again in July. Most recently, he conducted a five day anatomy workshop in November. The school's emphasis is on classical realism - a true bright spot for classical art. For more information go to www.studioincamminati.org.

IRELAND TRIP A GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR ALL
Students enjoyed two full weeks in beautiful County Antrim, Norhern Ireland. Many days were spent outdoors, painting and drawing places such as Dunluce Castle, along the coast at Murlough Bay, Bona Margy Friary or downtown Ballycastle. Students also painted portraits of some of the local folks. Lina's parents joined us for the trip and were wined and dined by Rob's many Irish relatives in the area.


Rob doing a demo at Murlough Bay. Photo by Gio Argentati
To view photos and artwork from the Ireland trip, click here.


ROB'S WORKSHOPS WITH SPACES AVAILABLE...

JANUARY
FIGURE WORKSHOP AT THE ART LEAGUE
The January workshop was incorrectly scheduled in the catalog, so as of December 1, there were several spaces still available. (a full week!) January 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. To inquire please contact the school directly at 703.683.2323 or go to ww.theartleague.org. A complete schedule of Art League workshops can be found on Rob's bio page.

FEBRUARY
FIGURE WORKSHOP SCHEDULED IN BRADENTON, FLA February 20-24
(and a Figure drawing demo Tuesday evening, February 21)
Last April's portrait workshop at ArtCenter Manatee in Bradenton, Florida was a great success! Click to to view photos. Thanks to the great group who attended and the wonderful hospitality of ArtCenter Manatee. To particapate in the five day February workshop, entitled "The Classic Figure, a Modern Approach" (figure drawing/painting with some portrait as well) please contact Art Center Manatee at 941-746-2862 to sign up. It is almost filled! The supply list is at the bottom of the supply page. If you can't make the workshop come by and see Rob do a figure drawing demo on Tuesday evening. Proceeds benefit ArtCenter Manatee.

PORTRAIT DEMO AT ARTCENTER SARASOTA, FEBRUARY 25
Just "down the road" from Bradenton, this three hour portrait painting demo will be held at ArtCenter Sarasota on Saturday, February 25th from 1 to 4. Members, $10, Nonmembers, $15. Enroll online at www.artsarasota.org or call them at 941-365-2032.

APRIL
FLORENCE, ITALY IN APRIL WITH ROB!
Art League students say it is a real treat to tour the National Gallery with Rob, who seems to be part walking encyclopedia when it comes to all the old masters and their work. I've heard a number of amusing stories about how his class groups inadvertantly pick up "strays" - or other museum goers who, after listening in on his tours, decide to join the group for the long haul, then end up slinking away in embarassment when they find out that they are not following an "official" museum guide after all!
Anyway..... Imagine spending a full week touring the great art museums of Florence, such as the Academia, the Bargello, and the Uffizzi, among others. Some drawing instruction will also be incorporated into the program, but details are still pending. The class is scheduled for the week of April 9th. For more information, please contact the Art League School directly at 703.683.2323 or go to www.theartleague.org.

MAY
ROB SCHEDULED TO TEACH AT THE AMERICAN PORTRAIT SOCIETY ACADEMY IN DALLAS, MAY 2006
In addition to teaching at the last two Portrait Society Conferences, Rob taught a workshop at the Academy of Art University, San Francisco on October 28th and 29th www.portraitsociety.org/academies/sanfrancisco.htm. He is scheduled to teach again at the next Portrait Academy in Dallas in May. Specifics not yet available, but information can be found at www.portraitsociety.org.

JUNE
SCULPTURE WORKSHOP AT THE ART LEAGUE
(helpful for both painters and sculptors)
In this workshop the students will create a three dimensional model of the human form (known as ecorche) emphasizing muscles and bones. June 16, 17 and 18. Some spaces still available.


In the next supplement, we hope to be able to show you what we've done with the outside the studio...YIKES!


Robert Liberace, fine artist
2826 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA 22181
cell: 703.864.3894 • email: rob@robertliberace.com

For more information go to www.robertliberace.com and click on "about the artist."
To email Rob or Lina: rob@robertliberace.com

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