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Film Project Complete
California film producers recently completed a short promotional film of the life and insights of Sherrie McGraw. Following many months of planning, filming and editing, the video was released. Numerous images of her paintings and drawings are featured. Available through www.fineartservices.info.
California film producers recently completed a short promotional film of the life and insights of Sherrie McGraw. Following many months of planning, filming and editing, the video was released. Numerous images of her paintings and drawings are featured. Available through www.fineartservices.info.
Dual Demonstration DVD
In May, during the Fechin Art Workshops in Taos, New Mexico, David A. Leffel and Sherrie McGraw conducted simultaneous demonstrations at the Harwood Museum. Sharing the stage for the first time in their careers, they created a memorable evening, focusing on light, shadow and edges. Details of David’s still life and Sherrie’s portrait have been compiled into one DVD. It includes close up filming of brush strokes accompanied by their important instruction. Available through www.fineartservices.info.
In May, during the Fechin Art Workshops in Taos, New Mexico, David A. Leffel and Sherrie McGraw conducted simultaneous demonstrations at the Harwood Museum. Sharing the stage for the first time in their careers, they created a memorable evening, focusing on light, shadow and edges. Details of David’s still life and Sherrie’s portrait have been compiled into one DVD. It includes close up filming of brush strokes accompanied by their important instruction. Available through www.fineartservices.info.
Salon des Arts
On August 20th and 21st, a two day event celebrating the visual and performing arts was held in Taos, New Mexico. This exclusive weekend included the International renowned talents of artists David A Leffel, Sherrie McGraw, Ida Kavafian, Artistic Director of Music From Angel Fire. Other musicians from the MFAF Festival included Steven Tennenbaum, Anne-Marie McDermott, Peter Wiley, Tara Helen O’Connor and the Vuilliani String Quartet. A first full day of in depth demonstration, panel discussion and lecture exploring artistic challenges and ideas was held at the Harwood Museum. On the second day, studio tours were followed by an intimate salon concert in the home of David and Sherrie. A wine and cheese reception followed. Guests enjoyed getting to know all of the artists throughout the weekend in these intimate and beautiful settings.
On August 20th and 21st, a two day event celebrating the visual and performing arts was held in Taos, New Mexico. This exclusive weekend included the International renowned talents of artists David A Leffel, Sherrie McGraw, Ida Kavafian, Artistic Director of Music From Angel Fire. Other musicians from the MFAF Festival included Steven Tennenbaum, Anne-Marie McDermott, Peter Wiley, Tara Helen O’Connor and the Vuilliani String Quartet. A first full day of in depth demonstration, panel discussion and lecture exploring artistic challenges and ideas was held at the Harwood Museum. On the second day, studio tours were followed by an intimate salon concert in the home of David and Sherrie. A wine and cheese reception followed. Guests enjoyed getting to know all of the artists throughout the weekend in these intimate and beautiful settings.
Awards
“Benjamin” – Award of Honor at the Inspiring Figures show at the Butler Institute of American Art (sponsored by the Portrait Society of America) Sept. 12, 2010.
“The Art Critic” – Silver Medal Award at the Oil Painters of America National Juried Exhibition, June 10, 2011.
“Tuesday” – Mary Fitch Memorial Award, Salmagundi Club of NY.