Form painting and tackling the shirt
Westin portrait continued
Heartfelt Gifts
Christmas pet portrait commission. Oil on paper
Plein Air in New Mexico
This small series of sketches and paintings were completed in gouache, oil paint and India ink at various locations around Northern New Mexico.
Half-way through Westin pose
Attempting to understand the correct distribution of light as I complete my first and second passes.
Work continues at The Ryder Studio
Half way through the second 6-week pose.
Rounding Forms
Two week figure drawing. Understanding convex forms and translating the energy of the line approaching the turns (bends).
Christine Long Pose Complete
Final Week of Long Pose
Losing my lights and chroma. Learning to combat the cool, dull skin tones with touches of something orangy.
Starting my holiday pet portraits
Using oil paint on Arches oil paper. Enjoying my new palette... Ryder Studio suggestions.
Portrait Painting - Long Pose
Poster study, vine charcoal drawing on linen, ink in and color wash.
Figure Drawing Studies
Studying light, energy and life in drawing.
At The Ryder Studio: Week-Long "Long Pose"
Progress at The Ryder Studio
Read MoreBlock-in Boot Camp
During week two we practiced the envelope and block-in. Over 15 poses in 5 days. Here are some of my favorites!
Week One at The Ryder Studio
Ten poster studies in five days. Learning so much while creating these mini "portraits of light."
My new palette includes paints by Vasari and Michael Harding Oils and colors like Radiant Magenta and Ultramarine Violet!
-Jillian
J. F. Mazur Art School Closed Fall Term - Painting at The Ryder Studio
J.F. Mazur Studio (Oakland) classes will be on temporary hiatus. Owner/teacher, Jillian Mazur will be studying portraiture at The Ryder Studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico this Fall.
Although the school portion of the studio will be closed this term, Jillian's artwork will still be available for purchase. Items for sale can be found under the "Studio" tab on the home page as well as here.
Please check back for news on Jillian's travels and experiences studying with Anthony Ryder!
Summer Art Camp 2015
Camp weeks are filling up! Enrollment is now closed for Week 3, 4, and 6 (of the AM/Elementary sessions). There is still time to register for Week 1, 2 and 5 of the AM sessions and all PM sessions.
The best way to register is through the Art Camp page. Registration by phone is on hold until June 3rd.
Artist Abroad
J.F. Mazur Studio doors (Oakland) will be closed until June 5th. Jillian will be studying portraiture at Studio Escalier in Argenton-Chateau until May 23rd and soaking up the scenery in London and Edenbourogh post Argenton-Chateau.
Art inquiries and Summer Camp registrations are still being accepted. Art Camp starts June 22nd!
Creative Corner: Jillian Mazur - Fine Artist - J.F. Mazur Fine Art Studio
https://whizkins.com/blog/283/creative-corner-jillian-mazur-fine-artist-j-f-mazur-fine-art-studio/
Big Weekend for Exhibits
Work to be shown at The Saville Gallery, Cumberland, MD and Eye for Art Gallery, Oakland, MD. Opening receptions this weekend.
Read MoreInspired Lessons Fall 2014
"Miss Jillian" is back in the studio and very excited for a whole new set of lessons to share with her homeschool, Mommy & Me, and private lesson students. Homeschool registration is now up. Mommy & Me is not far behind. Private lessons can be scheduled by phone.