Montana Artists- MIA Bozeman Artists

Lilie's Gardens

2008-08-14T11:35:00.011-07:00

The day was beautiful and the gardens full of possibility as the artists set off to work. Drawing, painting and just enjoying the sunshine was a great success for the morning. Enjoy the pictures -

The next paintout will be:
Aug.26th - Mallard's Rest.
This is a public access spot on the Yellowstone River. There is a wonderful bend in the river here and of course views all around.

Directions: Take I-90 to Livingston and exit at # 333. Turn left at light onto Hwy.89 and stay on 89 for 10 mi. The sign for Mallard's rest is on the right, but turn left and proceed down the hill to the river.

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Nancy Johnson's Gardens

2008-08-01T14:06:00.010-07:00

Nancy Johnson was hostess for the paint out on this past Tuesday. The day was beautiful, and even more so when you stayed in the shade, which most of us did. About a dozen artist arrived and got right to work, picking the best of the flowers that were not ravaged by the hail. A few did more distant views of the gardens or combined elements to make their own beautiful scene. Thanks Nancy for opening your lovely home to us.

The next paint out is -
Aug.12th - Lillie's Garden/ Laurie Blue
This is a terrific place with tons of flowers, dried arrangements, other unique structures, and the best place to buy gifts for "yourself"

Directions: From the light at Four Corners head south ( toward Big Sky) for 1 mile. Turn right at Lillie’s 2nd sign (about 600 ft. south of Bozeman Hot Springs.) After about 100 ft. turn right into their parking area….but DO NOT PARK THERE. The gate will be open, so continue on past the house and shop to the larger parking area in the back where the barn is.

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Gallatin Gateway Inn

2008-07-15T14:42:00.013-07:00

The day was beautiful, although early on a few dark clouds passed overhead with the threat of rain. Not to be had and the artists went to work on the beautiful grounds of the Inn. Architecture and flowers were most choices and sketching was important.
Not many stayed around for lunch time but all enjoyed the morning.

Artists at work -

Art in progress or completed -

Next Paintout will be -

July 29th - Nancy Johnson's Home
Nancy's beautiful home, flowers, fruit trees, neat old garage in a wonderful neighborhood was used in a t.v. commercial last summer !

Directions: From corner of Wilson and Main head south on Wilson for 5 blocks. Turn right on Story, go 2 blks and turn left ( south again) on South 3rd Ave. 517 is the blue house with white trim on the right hand side. The numbers are on the white porch pillar. Walk around the south side of the house to the back yard.

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Workshop with Margaret Huddy

2008-07-14T14:51:00.014-07:00

Margaret's view at Lily's Garden

This three-day workshop began on Thursday with Margaret's presentation of her theory of color. We painted at Lillie's Garden on Friday and at Cindy DeBethizy's place on Saturday. The weather was beautiful, Margaret's stories were entertaining, and it seemed that everyone had a good time. MIA "broke even" on the cost of the workshop. My thanks to all who supported my desire to bring Margaret to Montana. A special thanks to Marsha Karle who volunteered to help set up the space on Thursday morning.

A quote from Margaret:
"I really did enjoy meeting your group. They were all so enthusiastic and
non-complaining. I have worked with lots of groups and know that usually
there are a few that complain about the sun and the heat but, of course, I
know that the people of Montana are very sturdy folks so I'm not surprised."

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Karen’s Garden

2008-07-02T07:14:00.021-07:00

Thankfulness and beauty abounded as the artists arrived and Karen’s home for a morning of painting the gorgeous flowers and unique structures in the gardens. The neighbor offered the artists to paint in his yard as well and many took advantage of the offer. The day was about ten degrees cooler than the last few and the shade was very pleasing to stay in. With so much eye candy to choose from, one would either find their ideal in the first few moments or would wonder quite a while before they could settle on their choice. Many fine drawings and paintings were produced and everyone was relaxed though not without intent on their paintings.

Our Hosts –

The Artists at Play –

A Couple of Paintings -

Lunch came in shifts –

Next paint out is –

July 15th - Gallatin Gateway Inn
This is a beautiful old hotel with flower gardens, small pond and interesting architecture along with views, and is close to the old small town of Gallatin Gateway.

Directions: From the light at Four Corners head south ( towards Big Sky) and go 5 miles. The hotel is a big white and beige building on the right.

Happy Painting!

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Friday at Joan's Gardens

2008-06-30T07:43:00.005-07:00

Friday a few of the members took advantage of the nice weather and visited Joanie's beautiful gardens to paint. Although mosquito spray is a must, and sun screen too, the gardens just beg for quite reflection and PAINTING! The poppies may be around for a few more days this week and the peonies are probably open by now. The iris are in various stages of bloom and the scenic river is always on the move. Although tomorrow is another paint out day in Manhattan, Joan has invited all members to stop by and enjoy her and her husbands labor of love.

To get to Joan's and Larry's : Joanie's phone # is 522-8668, address is 27383 Frontage Rd. Take 7th ave north to Frontage Rd, go to the last house on the right, it is white and has a for sale sign in the front yard. Pull into the drive and turn around and park facing out along the right side of the driveway.

Happy Painting!

HERE ARE A FEW PHOTOS FROM FRIDAY

Jerolyn Dirk’s Farm

2008-06-21T07:54:00.029-07:00

Fred's Painting for the Day

A spectacular day at the farm!!!

It was another beautiful day and the artists were covering the grounds. They were in the fields, the shade, the sun, by the barn, the creek the sheds and the chickens. Although the creek was by far the most popular setting we had a great diversity of paintings done by noon. Someone thought that lunch time looked like birds on a wire as we were either perched in a line on the railing and chairs or lined up under the shade of the trees. (See photo below). It was a fun time with a very large turnout!

Photos of the day:

If you were unable to attend our next paint out will be:

July 1st - Karen Manley's This is a setting with beautiful flower gardens in downtown Manhattan.

Directions: Going west on I-90, take the Manhattan exit. Turn right into town. At the 4 way stop, go straight across the railroad tracks and turn right. Go 1 block and turn left onto North 5th, go to 313 North 5th. The yard is next to a church with a red door. We may also use Karen's neighbors yard.

ART SHOW 2008

2008-06-09T16:08:00.017-07:00

WHAT A WONDERFUL RECEPTION!

For those of you who were not able to attend the shows opening night below are photos of the winning paintings and a couple of the winners with them.

The evening sky opened up from the clouds of the day and the people came to see our beautiful works displayed this year at the Bozeman Public Library. Close to 300 people walked the halls and enjoyed the wonderful treats in the reception room. We had beautiful guitar music playing for the guests and a very long table full of cards for sale.
Three paintings were sold as well as a whole bunch of the cards. One of the paintings sold was the first place winner, and I am not sure how long it will hang. So, if you’d like a close up and personal view, I’d suggest you stop by soon. All paintings sold will be replaced by another painting as per the guidelines.

First Place Winner - M.J. Corrigan

Second Place Winner - Judy MccKee

Third Place Winner - Teresa Kelly-Tagas

Forth Place Winner -Sarah Angst

And there were three Honorable Mentions -

Linda Abbott-

Mary Keefer -

June Safford

And Here are a few pictures from the reception evening -

The Food Table - The Card Table - The very busy hall -

Pine Creek

2008-06-04T06:50:00.000-07:00

Connie's painting of the road in front of the cafe.

Pine Creek was a great start to the summer paint out season. We had about 22-23 artists arrive at the Pine Creek Cafe along with some beautiful sun shine. Most were able to stay for lunch and enjoy the food and company.

Groups getting started and wondering where to go.

Some of the Ladies painting and wrapping it up for lunch.

Nancy's watercolor -

Teresa's abstract of the barn that Cheryl was painting -

And then there was lunch -

The Next paint out will be on June 17th - Jerolyn Dirk's Farm This is a beautiful spot with valley views, flowers, chickens, cows, horses and small pond.

See you there!

Welcome to Summer 2008

2008-06-04T06:41:00.005-07:00

Welcome everyone back to summer plein air painting.

We are getting the summer started with lots of rain and the green is very green! But, the painting opportunities are boundless.

The paint out schedule is as follows:

June 3rd - Pine Creek Cafe
June 17th - Jerolyn Dirk's Farm
July 1st - Karen Manley's
July 15th - Gallatin Gateway Inn
July 29th - Nancy Johnson's Home
Aug.12th - Lillie's Garden
Aug.26th - Mallard's Rest
Sept. 9th - Nelson's Spring Creek
Sept. 23rd - McAllister-Carol McMullen's - Final Pot Luck

See you there, and bring a friend!