PAL OPEN JURIED SHOW

"Back on the Journey"
pastel 19 x 17
was juried into this yearly show at the Harbor History Museum
4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor WA  98332
Open viewing Oct 9 - Nov 27, 2021  Thurs - Sat, 11-4pm
www.harborhistorymuseum.org

Come and enjoy the show along with the other exhibits at the museum.
This venue has a lot to offer and in these times,
we can all benefit from a little inspiration.

 

Works of Art by Pat Meras at the Bainbridge Art Museum Store

Spring Whimsy, Pastel Over Watercolor, 7x11

I am so pleased to have a collection of small original pastel paintings,

some over watercolor, for sale at the Bainbridge Island Art Museum Store.

They join my collection of handpainted and monoprinted earrings, 

also for sale in the store.

Bainbridge is one of my favorite places on the planet to visit, and the 

art museum in particular.  Always the best exhibits, artists' talks, special 

events, unique original art in the handsomely displayed museum store,

and a great little cafe, all housed in a beautifully designed building and 

believe it or not, free parking!

Hours are 10-6 7 days a week

550 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island 98110

www.biartmuseum.org

 206-451-4009

In October, I also took part in the 

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND BID & BUY online AUCTION and 

COLLECTORS MARKETPLACE to support the museum, 

with my painting, "View From The Purdy Bridge."

West Sound Magazine, 2021 Best of West Sound

Artists In The Garden

I'm included with a group of artists in an article on plein air painting

in this lovely magazine that covers Bainbridge Island and Gig Harbor. 

I hope you can pick up a copy to learn about the wonderful events

and resources that are available to us in our communities.

  

Northwest Pastel Society Signature Member Show

Along The Garden Path    18x24    Pastel

This yearly show for pastellists who have earned signature membership

is hosted by the Scott Milo Gallery, July 2 - Aug 2, 2021

There are over 50 pastels depicting various styles of work and methods of craftsmanship.

Gallery hours are 11:00 - 5:00, Tu - Sat

www.scottmilo.com

NORTHWEST PASTEL SOCIETY 35TH INTERNATIONAL OPEN EXHIBITION

"Still Life With Apple," below, was juried into this show which will be on display from May 1-July 17, 2021. Juror and Awards Judge is Alain Pickard. View online at NWPS.org. For Purchase information, contact The American Art Company, 1126 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-4327 or 1-800-753-2278. There will be no public opening again this year due to COVID, however the show is open for viewing Tu-Sat 10-2. This show never disappoints. It includes paintings from all over the US and many other countries, truly competitive, very high quality and always an honor to be included. We hope you can come and enjoy this fine show.

Painting During The Pandemic

Still Life with Apple

 I've been away from pastel for a bit, while 

experimenting in ink and watercolor.  I seem 

to have carried over that intuitive mark making 

that I relish so much, strokes too exciting to 

cover up.  It was a joy to combine it with 

bold passages of pastel.  I'm hooked.

 

 

PANDEMIC ENTERTAINMENT

I hope you’re all discovering captivating activities to amuse yourselves during this time.

Thought I’d share some up-to-date news from apartment living.  

Don’t judge.

In an effort to hang on to our sanity a little longer, we’ve been making the most of all that nature provides.

This pandemic has taught us many things, including a science lesson in real time:

                                                  Observing Spider Behavior

We watched her weave her web only to have it destroyed by wind and birds.  (a lesson in engineering)

We watched her rebuild, undaunted.  (lesson in fortitude and resilience) 

Watched her trap flying insect pests that have long been feasting so greedily on our balcony potted plants. (a lesson in resourcefulness and shopping-made-easy)

Watched as she lured her mate, watched her mating, then watched her eat her mate!  (no comment, but we definitely learned something)

Yep, a Halloween Horror story played out on stage, all in clear view from our glass doors, just in  time for Halloween!