Dragonfly Ranch Studio: 2012

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Finding Myself in the Stranger...the Many Colors of Humanity

You are invited to a presentation of photographs
from the streets, markets, and temples of Tibet, Cairo, Jerusalem, and other distant places.

Local photographer, John Mastenbrook reveals what he has found,
our shared humanity dressed in the rich textures and colors of each unique culture.

Exhibit opens on January 10, 2013 with a reception from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

exhibit closes on February 1, 2013

Gallery hours: Thursday - Saturday 11:00am - 5:30pm

Friday, November 9, 2012

Come in and share some cheer!

Please mark your calendars for this year's Holiday Olé -

November 30 and December 1

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

FlashThe Portable Sun: Advanced Photography Workshop

October 11-14, 2012 Price: $495.00

National Geographic photographer Raul Touzon will teach a photography workshop at the Dragonfly Gallery in Austin, TX October 11-14, 2012.

Born in Cuba, Touzon is a documentary and underwater photographer who specializes in making images that convey what he refers as to “the eternity of a moment”. Raul has traveled extensively in Latin America documenting its cultures and building an extensive collection of dramatic photographs which have been used in publications such as National Geographic Magazine, National Geographic Travel, Time, and US News among others. More info on Raul can be found on his website - http://www.touzonphoto.com/

One of the most useful tools to take your photography and creativity to the next level is learning how to use your external flash unit, the one I like to call "The Portable Sun". Learn how to use your "portable sun" in the field to photograph, nature, people and everyday life in an easy and fun way; without experience or complicated pieces of gear. You will learn fill flash, remote flash operation (one and multiple units) and how to mix different light sources to produce stunning images. We begin each day by editing and critiquing each other's photographs. Highly visual lectures and demonstrations cover digital camera settings, accurate metering & exposure in addition to the rules of composition. Learn how to present your work with lessons on editing, sequencing, story development and bookmaking. Afternoons are spent on field trips photographing assignments based on topics discussed during morning sessions.

Dragonfly Gallery at Rosedale

4007 Marathon Blvd.

Austin, TX 78756

512-420-9000

dragonflygallery@att.net

**more info and to register:http://Dragonflygallerytx.com

COLLAGE CO-OP

INVITATION

to those who enjoy everything about papers: cutting, tearing, staining, stamping, gluing, texturing, transferring -we will cover it!

YES, it is ready to start!

Now offering Tuesday and Saturday morning sessions

OPEN TO ALL LEVELS

We are all drawn to favorite colors, marks, images, shapes and subject matter. Why adopt and use others people’s images? What meaning do these symbols have if they did not come from our personal journey? Learn how to add personal meaning and energy in your art. Never ending inspirations lies right at your fingertips.

I have arrived with what I believe will be a wonderful mix of learning, camaraderie and creative synergism and sharing.

There will be instructions and demonstrations every session, with plenty of hands-on, practice time for all in attendance. The next meet-up session will include a short critique followed by more new exciting demos and information sharing. This is open to all levels of artists from beginners to advanced.

DON’T WAIT SIGN UP IS LIMITED!

Starting : Tuesday, September 25 9am-12noon (and continuing for a total of 4 sessions)

Tuesday, Oct. 23 9am-12noon

Tuesday, Dec. 4 9am-12noon

Tuesday, Jan 15 9am-12noon

Saturday, Sept 29 9am-12noon

Saturday, Oct. 27 9am-12noon

Saturday, Dec. 8 9am-12noon

Saturday, Jan 19 9am-12noon

enroll now for all four sessions: $100

individual session $30.00

Supply list minimal and will change from session to session. I will put together specialty supplies to use for certain projects for a minimal materials fee.

There will be planning and preparing supplies for each attendee, so I ask all to RSVP before each session.

Please drop me an email if you have any questions. Send in a check to Dragonfly Gallery and reserve your spot. Oh, the fun we will have!! Don’t miss out.

Nina

DRAGONFLY GALLERY AT ROSEDALE 4007 MARATHON BLVD | 512/420-9000

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Painting for Paws a unique fundraiser for the:

Opening artist reception: Thursday, September 13 5:30-7:30pm

Featuring local artists Janine Martens and Paul McGuire

September 13 - October 12

Janine paints beautiful oils and watercolors of many classical subjects, especially still lifes, florals, gardens, and landscapes. Paul’s algorithmic art uses computer formulas to conjure intricate and colorful images, evoking many patterns from nature. Janine's representational work and Paul's abstract pieces will provide colorful complements to one another. 30% of all sales will go to benefit the Austin Humane Society.

Saturday, June 23, 2012

DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN WITH ONE OF THE BEST!

Thursday, April 19, 2012

April 17 Collage Co-op was jam packed with a lot of information on creating your own stamps and making your own marks. There were several supplies to work with and take home to experiment with. Next session on May 15 will be staining and texturing various papers and including our own stamps. Come join us!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Reflections in Fiberart

Hope to see you all tomorrow at the opening reception for the

Reflections in Fiberart exhibit

at the Dragonfly Gallery at Rosedale. Thursday, April 12, 5:30om - 7:30pm

Friday, March 23, 2012

DRAGONFLY GALLERY AT ROSEDALE PRESENTS:

COLLAGE CO-OP

INVITATION

to those who enjoy everything about papers: cutting, tearing, staining, stamping, gluing, texturing, transfering -we will cover it!

YES, it is ready to start!

I have been approached by so many of you to offer a group get together where I teach and share my techniques and collage know-how. After collecting several suggestions and times that are most convenient, I have arrived with what I believe will be a wonderful mix of learning, camaraderie and creative synergism and sharing.

We will start by meeting once a month, the third Tuesday of the month. There will be instructions and demonstrations every session, with plenty of hands-on, practice time for all in attendance. The next meet up session will include a short critique followed by more new exciting demos and information sharing. This is open to all levels of artists from beginners to advanced.

Starting : Tuesday, April 17 10am-12noon

(and continuing for a total of 4 sessions)

Tuesday, May 15 10am-12noon

Tuesday, June 19 10am-12noon

Tuesday, July 17 10am-12noon

enroll now for all four sessions: $80

individual session $27.50

Supply list minimal and will change from session to session. I will put together specialty supplies to use for certain projects for a minimal materials fee.

There will be planning and preparing supplies for each attendee, so I ask all to RSVP before each session.

Please drop me an email if you have any questions or send in a check to Dragonfly Gallery and reserve your spot. Oh, the fun we will have!! Don’t miss out.

Nina

Saturday, March 3, 2012

Check out our Upcoming Workshops link under our Pages. --------------->

New workshops have been added.

You can also find a link to our website.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

CALL FOR ENTRIES

Reflections in Fiberart

Fiber medium and techniques exhibition

April 12 - May 25, 2012
4007 Marathon Blvd. Austin, TX 78756

Entries due by: Friday - March 16, 2012

ELIGIBILITY:

The exhibition is open to all 18 years old and over. The work must primarily incorporate textiles, techniques (quilting, cross stitch, embroidery, weaving, rope, twine, thread, dying, stamping, transfers, etc) and other mixed media materials. The design must be original. Two dimensional wall hanging works must not exceed 40” in any direction and be low relief (max 6 inches) and less than 30 lbs. in weight. Minimum size excluding the mat and frame is 9 square inches. Some suspended ceiling pieces (less than 7ft.) may be accepted. Completed work must be less than two years old.

ENTRY PROCESS:

Begin by filling out the registration form (on second page.)

Print clearly; this info is used to create wall labels.

Each entry will be submitted by jpeg format or 8”x10”prints.

Total of two (2) images per entry.

1 a. Full view including the framing or hanging mechanism if in view

1 b. ONE close up of the fine detail

Email to: dragonflygallery@att.net and please send curating fee by USPS(snail mail) or

Mail a CD/prints and FORM with curating fee to: DRAGONFLY GALLERY

Images received by email or by CD

Please follow these requirements when preparing

your images for submission

JPG file format

Images must be in RGB

Use JPG compression quality 8 or medium

Label image: Last_Name_ImageNumber.jpg

example: Doe_Jess_1a.jpg for full image

Doe_Jess_1b.jpg for detail close-up

ACCEPTANCE NOTICE: email notification

All accepted works must be totally ready for hanging and be delivered with all necessary hardware for installation.

INSURANCE: Every precaution will be taken for the safety of the exhibited works. Insurance on all items is your responsibility.

SHIPPING: Accepted works must be shipped or hand delivered by April 6, 2012. Received works that are not sold must be shipped out at the artist’s expense, with shipping arranged by the artist (or picked up in-person). All packaging materials will be retained. If works do not sell, packing materials will be re-used to send works back to artist at the conclusion of the exhibit. Pick-up in person on May 25, 2012, 10am-5:30pm. Artwork not picked-up will be donated.

SALES: The sale price for each piece, which includes the commission fee, must be indicated on the entry form. The Dragonfly Gallery will retain a commission of 50% on all sales that occur during the exhibit or resulting from the exhibit.

USE OF IMAGES: All entrants agree that any image submitted may be used for marketing and promotional purposes. Copyright and all other rights remain that of the artist.

IMPORTANT DATES TO MARK ON CALENDAR

Entries due by: Friday - March 16, 2012

Acceptance Notification: Friday - March 23, 2012

Accepted Work due by: Friday- April 6, 2012 10am - 5:30pm

CURATING FEE $40: check or money-order to be mailed or hand delivered with CD.

$40.00 for the first four images.

Additional images may be submitted for $10 each.

There is no limit to the number of images submitted.

NOTE: Pieces selected for previous exhibitions at the Dragonfly Gallery are NOT eligible.

Opening Reception:

Thursday - April 12, 2012 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Pick-up:

Friday - May 25, 2012 10am - 5:30pm

Please download the entire prospectus from: dragonflygallerytx.com/gallery.htm

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Tuesday: February 9, 2012
Working hard this morning preparing for this evening's opening reception of Extreme Exposure, an open call for photography. Most of the photographers will be attendance. Hope you will stop by and see their beautiful images. 5:30pm - 7:30pm tonight. Exhibit runs through April 7, 2012.