Trailer for Upcoming Video Demonstration "Kasia's Bluebells"

 

Hope you enjoy this short preview of my video demonstration coming soon. 

Stay tuned for further information posted here and on my website www.marcioleszkiewicz.com

Summer art camp 2011

Drawing stages of our Mural

My first summer art camp took place this week. It was a trial run for future events and we had such a blast. We had sessions on basics of drawing, painting with watercolor and acrylic, mural painting and some more crafty projects like painting rocks ( the kids loved that one) Looking forward to next years more in depth 5 day camp.

Giving Back

 I came across an old post of mine from some time ago and wanted to share it again as I find my self in this place of gratitude once again.

What can you give a person who has given you so much. How can you ever repay someone who has offered and shared so much.

I've been thinking about this a lot lately. As an art student I've found myself having next to nothing at times, trying to get a good art education, trying to have time to paint and draw, needing money to eat and sleep and stay alive. The old cliche the "Starving Artists" has not been too far from the truth. However, I found myself in the tutalidge of some very generous artists/instructors who have made and continue to make this journey a little easier.

One instructor in particular, teaching so generously, the tools of a good painter. They were like little jewels, treasures that I now see how valuable they really are. So I thought, How in the world can I ever give back, how can I repay such a person who gave and continues to give without really getting much in return. I realized that the only thing I can give back is to be the best painter I can be. To work hard, to show that all that effort did not go in vain. So the journey continues and I paint, pressing on, taking every opportunity to learn more and grow, and to pass on these jewels to others so that they might also share in this treasure.

As a thought about this further what became so obvious to me was that this is exactly what my Father in Heaven has given me. He has given me His Son, who died on the cross for my sins so that I can be with Him in heaven for all eternity. There is no way I could ever give back in equality for that. There is nothing on this earth that could match this Grace. So all that is left for me to do is to become more of who God created me to be, to be more like Him, to know Him more, to hunger and thirst after righteousness, out of thanksgiving giving him the glory and sharing the good news to others.

So I press on towards the finish line, that I might hear "Well done my good and faithful servant"

OPA event 2011

Just a few photos of the Oil Painter's of America National show. What a great event and so much fun meeting other artists. So great to get out of the studio and spend time with so many great artists. Looking forward to next year.

Art in Motion. Before the event began many artists cam early to paint out doors and to paint from the model in this session of art in motion. Looked like so much fun I wished I had brought my paints with me this time.

Charles Movalli's lecture

Works by Charles Movalli

Ken Cadwallader introducing Signature member Ned Mueller before is fantastic slide presentation of his work.

The American Art Collector Sponsored Boat cruise.

Painting Demonstration by Craig Zuger

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OPA National show Weekend

This afternoon I arrived in Coeur d'Alane, ID for the Oil Painters of America's National show weekend. I am so excited, this is going to be a great event. I have never been to the North West and the scenery here is amazing. I will post pictures of the event beginning tomorrow. Looking forward to meeting some new artists and catching up with long time friends. One of the highlights of this weekend will be the Demonstration by Scott Christensen on Friday morning.

Bo Zhang Workshop

I took a drawing workshop from Bo Zhang a few weeks ago.  Below is a quick sketch and final 3 hour drawing from the first day of the workshop. There is something so beautiful in a simple charcoal drawing. To not have to think about color, temperature, paint application .. etc, can sometimes be so freeing and energizing.  What a treat to get back to the basics and be reminded of some of the foundational and powerful aspects of art.

recent events since last posted

 Greenhouse Gallery Salon International.

I was soo excited to make it into the Salon International show again this year.

 My painting for this years show was
 Reclining 8x24

Gallery Russia Solo Show.

My third annual solo show was an amazing event. It was so great to see the many months of hard work hanging beautifully on the walls. Thanks to everyone for your support in coming out to the opening night. I am already working on next years show.

A sample of the show:
Anticipation
Boy in Vest
A Polish Christmas
Joelle's Wild Flowers
Evalina

Waterhouse Gallery Great American Figurative Show.

I was finally able to fly out and go to the opening weekend. What a great time meeting so many wonderful artists. Hope to make it to next years event too.

my paintings from this year:
 A Cool Touch 8x6
Sensitive Beauty 14x11
Wind 18x14

New and Events of 2010

My work is featured in Southwest Art Magazines March 2010 issue.

pick up a copy to see the full four page article.

Solo Show "Journeys Near and Far"

Upcoming solo show at Gallery Russia Scottsdale Arizona

"Journeys Near and Far"

February 19th - March 5th 2009

Opening Night, Thursday February 19th 5-9pm

www.galleryrussia.com

Great American Figurative Artists

Great American Figurative Artists

Presented by Waterhouse Gallery in Santa Barbara California
November 22nd through December 14th.

I am honored to be a part of this show with so many truly amazing artists. click on the link above to view some of these beautiful paintings. It is a wonderful show.

American Impressionist Society 9th Annual National Juried Exhibition

American Impressionist Society 9th Annual National Juried Exhibition

Held at the Coda Fine Art Gallery in Palm Desert California

November 22nd through December 22nd, 2009

Opening Reception November 22nd 3-6pm

I was honored to receive the AIS Award of Excellence at this years show by awards juror Calvin Liang

"Memories"

14x11

Exploring the Hidden Realms of China

August 29th - September 21st, 2008
Receptions at Barnsite Gallery Friday August 29th, 4-6pm
and Saturday August 30th, at Linden Gallery 4-6pm

After a three week painting trip in April, to Southern China, 23 painters went back to their studios to create paintings inspired by this exciting trip. Come to see and experience this amazing trip through the beauty of over 100 paintings. 

A Beautiful Child

Opens June 22nd thru July 13th, 2008

This exhibit includes work by Artists Zhiwei Tu, Marci Oleszkiewicz, Mary Qian, William Schneider and Pam Clausen.

To see the show visit Linden Gallery and Barnsite Gallery online.

Florida's Forgotten Coast Plein Air invitaional

Florida's Forgotten Coast Plein Air Invitational

Check out www.pleinairfl.com to view more works created in this years Forgotten Coast Plein air invitational last week May 9 - 18th. 

Image Shrimp Boat Night Hawks 10x8

China trip Photos

A few photos painting in China. What an amazing trip, I will never forget.

 

Our Exhibition of paintings done and inspired by our trip will take place on Labor Day Weekend at Linden Gallery and Barnsite Gallery in Wisconsin. 

22 Painters, 22 Days

South of the Clouds in the Middle Kingdom

Painting South of the Couds

Exciting News and Events

Painting South of the Clouds in the Middle Kingdom, Dali, China

I will be trekking out on a three week painting trip in Southwest China. This trip is a collaboration between Brian and Jeanee Linden of Linden Center in China and Dick and Norma Bell of Barnsite Gallery in Wisconsin. We will be traveling and painting in what some say is the most beautiful part of China, the Yunnan Province and settling in at the Linden Center in Dali, China. there will be many members of the Oil Painters of America on this trip. We will at times be painting right beside local Chinese artists and visiting some of China's leading artists studios.

For more info visit www.lindensgallery.com and www.barnsite-chinaaccess.com

Painting in China

Painting South of the Clouds

in the Middle Kingdom

Dali, China

Waterhouse Gallery

My paintings can now be seen at the Waterhouse Gallery in Santa Barbara California.

Gallery Russia show Online

"Painterly Impressions"
Two-person exhibition

View the Entire Show online on January 17th at
www.galleryrussia.com

Painterly Impressions featured in American Art Collector

Painterly Impressions

Gallery Russia's January Group Show featured in the American Art Collector's January 2008 Issue.