Welcome to the YouTube Gazette - Issue 2023/09
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Join us on YouTube at 5:30 Central time for a Premiere | |
Today's show will be a PREMIERE of a fabulous abstract, a little different twist from Ginger's other abstracts. Tune in to learn some exciting tips on using color and form to enhance your abstract paintings.
Join us for the premiere here at 5:30 Central - https://youtu.be/m-6T1etwkTM
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Pat the Painting Dog
Celebrate the warm and cool colors in this fun acrylic tutorial of a long eared dog holding a paint brush.
Stylized art is similar to figurative abstract but the images are more recognizable. In this fun painting Ginger shows you how to take the light and dark areas of a dog and substitute color for a happy fun painting.
Painted on a 6x8 canvas sheet, this 2-Cookie lesson is available for free on YouTube.
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Rose - An Abstract Puzzle
This acrylic painting of "Rose - An Abstract Puzzle" is a true masterpiece that will leave you captivated by its vibrant and radiant colors.
The painting consists of many colors ranging from deep reds to bright yellows and oranges blended together to create a mesmerizing abstract image of a rose.
What makes this painting even more fascinating is its composition, almost like a jigsaw puzzle, with its fragmented pieces forming a cohesive whole. The intricate lines and shapes that make up the painting will leave you in awe of the artist's talent and attention to detail. Every piece of the painting seems to fit perfectly together, creating a visual feast for the eyes.
It is an 8x10 2-Cookie tutorial for our Red, Pink, and Purple Members.
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Peonies An Abstract
This acrylic painting, "Peonies An Abstract," captures the delicate beauty of the beloved flower in a strikingly impressionistic style. Bold, sweeping brushstrokes create an ethereal quality to the image, as if the peonies are gently swaying in a gentle breeze.
The use of vibrant and contrasting colors, ranging from soft pinks and purples to deep blues and greens, brings a sense of energy and movement to the piece. The abstract style of the painting allows the viewer to get lost in the image and to interpret and connect with the painting in their own unique way. This painting is a stunning example of the power of impressionism to capture the essence of a subject in a beautiful and thought-provoking way.
Join Ginger for this 12x12 2-Cookie tutorial for our Red, Pink, and Purple Members.
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What's the Latest and Upcoming Tutorials | |
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Portrait of
Jax the Monkey
This tutorial on an acrylic painting of a portrait of a monkey is an excellent resource for artists who are interested in creating a striking animal portrait using acrylic paints. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to create a realistic and expressive monkey portrait, covering a variety of techniques such as layering, blending, and creating textures. Ginger offers helpful tips and insights on color mixing and brushwork to help the artist achieve a lifelike representation of the monkey's features.
Additionally, the tutorial provides guidance on how to create a sense of depth and dimension in the painting.
This 12x16 4-Cookie tutorial will be for our Red, Pink, and Purple Members.
(the video will be available shortly)
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Forest Glade
In this acrylic painting tutorial, we will be creating a breathtaking artwork of a "Forest Glade" that features a river running through the woods and flowering trees. This subject matter is perfect for those who love the peacefulness and beauty of nature.
Additionally, the tutorial provides guidance on how to create a sense of depth and dimension in the painting as you walk deeper into the woods.
This 20x20 Box of Cookie tutorial will be for our Red, Pink, Blue, and Purple Members.
(the video will be available shortly)
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Ginger Cook - AUCTION ALERT!! | | |
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The Spring Art Auction is up and running with an exciting addition!!
We have included several mystery paintings where your single bid could win you TWO 8x10 Ginger originals!
Remember that you must register for the auction before you can bid. Since there was a major update, ALL bidders must register, even if you registered in a past auction.
Please note that with all the changes going on within the shipping world, payment for auction winnings will be delayed by 48 hours so that we can get exact postage added to your invoice.
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We'd like to extend a huge thank you to all who participated in the Gazette survey. Your feedback has been heard loud and clear, and we are now sending out the Gazette at 12:30 pm Central on Mondays. Additionally, several of the other requested features have been added. If you have any more ideas, please let us know - we'll do our best to incorporate them. | |
Come Paint With The Art Sherpa And Ginger Cook | |
At The ‘Painting In The Poconos’ Retreat in August 2023.
Monday, August 14 - Friday, August 18, 2023, with Cinnamon Cooney, The Art Sherpa, and Ginger Cook!
Come join our second Mother and Daughter in-person painting experience. It will be a creative time for all. It will be hysterical as well.
Join Cinnamon Cooney, The Art Sherpa, and Featured Guest, Ginger Cook, in the lovely Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. We will be gathering in small groups where you will be up close and personal, painting and learning with Cinnamon and Ginger. Acrylic and watercolor lessons will be created especially for this event, and you will be provided with everything you need to paint along and learn new skills. You only need to bring your creativity and smile! August will be here before you know it, and there is limited sitting, so don't delay signing up for this unique opportunity to learn from these two great artists in person!
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Phone Purses will be going up in price on March 1.
Our supplier has told us that the little shoulder purses will be going up $5.00 on March 1st, but we are going to try to hold prices for as long as we can.
Currently, we have six different styles to choose from, but more are being designed now. We are working on many more works of art on different products to have a splash of color in your world!
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For those that have made donations in the past, we really do appreciate it very, very much. It has made the world of difference to numerous students and helped them with more than their artwork.
Please feel free to use the two links above to make donations and this year, we will be having a drawing for a Ginger Cook original painting at the end of each quarter. We "pull" a ticket from a bowl, and the lucky winner has a pick from 4 paintings.
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We will have 3 drawings each quarter and for each $25 you donate during the quarter, you will have a ticket in the "bowl". The more you donate, the more tickets you will have in the bowl.
Our quarters are:
- December 1 to February 28
- March 1 to May 31
- June 1 to August 31
- September 1 to November 31
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ATTENTION ALL PURPLE MEMBERS | |
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Purple Members - Welcome to RPM!
All Purple Members were sent their RPM Newsletter last week, and many of you have contacted us to create an account. For those who missed it, please use Contact Us to set up an account on https://royalpurplemember.com/
We're so excited to see the initial participation in the Forums and the great ideas being discussed. The content of this website will be partially guided by your comments and requests within the Forums, so jump in today and let's get this party started! Look for some more posts from Ginger and Jon.
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If you have any questions, please reach out to us through our Contact Us form and we'll be happy to help. | |
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Are you facing challenges with your artwork? Are you looking for personalized help and advice? You can find help a lot faster with Personal Art Coaching, so this is something that you will want to keep in mind as you navigate your way through the jungle of art. We are also working on a new product that might be of interest to you in the future.
Please use Contact Us on the new site if you have any questions or if we can help you with the new site.
Thank you, and remember, we are here to help you succeed! Please use the Contact Us form for any questions. Do NOT use Facebook, Messenger, or any other form of communication.
Ginger, Jon, and the Stuffy Staff
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