On the Easel

I am finishing up this painting of a pair of Hosoi Vans. A couple years ago I met Garth from Coolestshop.com. Recently I borrowed some of the shoes from his personal collection to use for paintings. I have a lot of material for my interest in painting pictures of shoes. I am also interested in painting some vintage guitars. I'm on the look out for guitar collectors who want to grant me access to their collection.
This is a large painting 24"x48". This stage of the painting is interesting. I have been deep in the flow for a while and now I am about at the end. Now I have to look for the tiny details I want to get right.

music canceled

Rochelle canceled at the last minute. Teague and I will still be open. Henry and Michelle will still make an appearance.

245 Media

245 Media is in the studio next to mine. Cody and Chad came up with this video that I thought turned out pretty cool.

Rochelle Hunter

Teague and I are going to try to pump some life into the art walk. We invited Rochelle Hunter to come sing. She is going to play some acoustic stuff and I think she is going to bring some friends to help her out. You can hear a little preview on her myspace page. Oh and if you want your very own Last Friday Art Walk map- click here.

I have a few of paintings in the studio that I am working on for my Jacobs Gallery show in January. I just dropped off five paintings to hang in a show called "Oregon's Beautiful Bounty" at the David Joyce Gallery. It will run September 19th through the end of December. If you want to check it out here is the address.

Center for Meeting and Learning
Lane Community College
4000 E. 30th Street
Eugene, OR 97401
541-463-3500

There will be an artists' reception on November 6th from 5-7. I am going to try to be at the reception early because I teach a class at Maude Kerns art Center that night.

If you are interested in taking a class I have a couple coming up soon at Maude Kerns.

Watercolors: Landscapes, Flowers & More
John Holdway
Class ID #1524
SPACE AVAILABLE

From start to finish, this watercolor class gives you the tools for painting success. Designed for all skill levels, this class allows you to explore the creative process in a fun and encouraging environment. As you experiment with painting from photographs, you will learn how to begin, develop, and finish watercolor paintings. Benefit from instructor demonstrations and class projects designed to build your skills and advance your painting techniques. You will also review concepts of color and composition. 8 Sessions.

Thursdays, October 2-December 4, 6:00pm-8:30pm*
*There will be no class Thursdays, Oct. 23rd or Nov. 27th.
Members $75 - Non-Members $90

Drawing in Color
John Holdway
Class ID #1525
SPACE AVAILABLE

Capture color as you explore the art of drawing. Working in a variety of mediums, including pencils and pastels, you will create beautiful finished pieces and sketches that can be used for paintings. From still lifes to landscapes, this class offers a fun and relaxed approach to incorporating color into your art. Sign up early to reserve your space today!

Wednesdays, October 15-December 3, 1:00pm-3:00pm*
*There will be no class Wednesdays Oct. 22nd or Nov. 26th.
Members $60 - Non-Members $75

Slug Queen

I usually stick to studio news but here is a pic of Michelle and Henry ( my wife and son ). We were at Saturday Market where Constance Van Flandern was campaigning to be the new Slug Queen.

Last Friday

I plan to be at the Maude Kerns upcoming exhibit, Artists as Educators opening reception July 25, 6-8pm. I will stay for a while then head over to the studio for the Last Friday Art Walk. Here is a map.

Studio address:
245 Blair Blvd.
studio C

April Kim

I made this painting for April Kim's new CD cover.

Upcomig classes

***Basic Drawing with John Holdway***
Class ID #1508
SPACE AVAILABLE Sign Up Now

This summer, embark on a journey of drawing discovery! In this Basic Drawing class, you will learn and review drawing skills in a series of lessons and exercises designed to introduce you to the concepts of line, shading, perspective, composition, and more. Each week, you will build upon the techniques you’ve learned to create sketches and finished drawings that will help to strengthen your skills. As you gain confidence, you will explore your own artistic style and advance your abilities. 8 Sessions.

Tuesdays, July 15-September 9, 6:00pm-8:00pm*
*There will be no class Tuesday, August 26th.
Members $80 Non-Members $95

***Watercolors: Seascapes, Landscapes, and More***
John Holdway
Class ID #1510
SPACE AVAILABLE Sign Up Now

Escape to a picturesque destination in your own watercolor paintings! From start to finish, this class gives you the tools for painting success. Designed for all skill levels, this class allows you to explore the creative process in a fun and encouraging environment. Experiment with painting from photographs as you begin, develop, and finish watercolor paintings. You will also review concepts of color, composition, and the idea of using a limited palette as you find your own artistic voice.

Thursdays, July 17-September 11, 6:00pm-8:30pm*
*There will be no class Thursday, August 28th.
Members $80 Non-Members $95

Maude Kerns Art Center
Phone: 541.345.1571
Fax: 541.345.6248
Email: sabrina@mkartcenter.org
website: www.mkartcenter.org

Anarchist Kid

This is a linoleum block print. It is printed with black oil based ink on white mulberry paper. The image size is 4 inches square. It is signed in a edition of 14.

I got the idea for this print while sketching at the library in downtown Eugene, Oregon. In the Summer in Eugene you see the vagabond kids start showing up around town. Maybe it is everywhere. Eugene has a reputation as hippy haven. They are still coming. I remember the romance of being a dharma bum. Having done it a bit it stirs a empty spot. This print remembers the angst and desperate desire to suck the marrow from life.

Skate Board Deck Art Show

In the 245 Blair lobby, Darris at 245 Photographics is putting on a show of Garth Marriott's (from coolestshop.com) collection of graphic skate board decks. There are maybe 30 decks. A few by artists such as Ron English and Eddie Reategui.