We Are Now Offering Framing Classes

A Hands-On Learning Approach to Framing Basics

Where: Second To Nun Framery 

Cost: $150 total for all three sessions (includes materials for framing)

You will finish the class with one 5x7 to 8 x 11 picture, painting or photo, framed in your choice of one colored mat, in an 11x14 wooden black frame.
First Session:  An overview of the different kinds of mats, mounting boards and mounting methods/hardware for different pictures, other objects, materials and canvases. We will cut a mat and mount your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo for our hands-on activity. (This will be used for your second and third class.) 1 hr

Second Session:  An overview of the different kinds of frames and what they are used for. We will put together a frame for your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo for our hands-on activity. (This frame will be used for the third class.) 1hr

Third Session:  An overview of the different kinds of glass available, hanging hardware/materials used and paper.  We will close your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo in glass and place paper on the back and hanging hardware for our hands-on activity. (Congratulations! You have learned the basics of framing and have a beautiful framed picture.) 1hr

Please contact Sr. Linda Arico, CSR to schedule your private class.

Sr. Linda Arico, CSR
1551 Huntingdon Pike
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006       
Questions? email larico@holyredeemer.com or call (215) 914-4148

A lot has happened since our last blog. Good news our frame shop moved to Huntingdon Pike across from Holy Redeemer Hospital. It is now in our red barn in the Redeemer Village parking lot. Here is a picture of our new place!

We Have More Frames!

We have added recently Don Mar, Furst Brothers and Omega frames in addition to our Larson and Juhl frames in our frame shop. You can have your framing done at Art at Valley Lake Gallery.

More News About the Art Gallery!

Art at Valley Lake Gallery has a new website. www.artatvalleylakegallery.org Check it out to see what classes, lectures, workshops and demos are scheduled. We have had some very exciting presentations since we have began the gallery. Here is a photo of Maggie Leiby giving a live Demo on Palette painting on Saturday morning!

Art at Valley Lake Gallery

Art at Valley Lake Gallery

 

Horsham, PA – Art at Valley Lake Gallery will hold it’s Grand Opening on Saturday, October 5^th from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. Ample parking is available and light refreshments will be served.

The opening exhibition will feature oil paintings of Frances Galante, Richard E. Goldberg and Maggie Leiby. Other invited artists/speakers will exhibit and lecture throughout the year.

Art at Valley Lake Gallery will include educational programs such as art classes, demonstrations, lectures and movies on various art topics.

 “The mission of Art at Valley Lake Gallery is to creatively transform lives”, says Sr. Linda Arico, CSR, Director. We hope that our art gallery and educational programs will inspire art enthusiasts. We also seek to transform lives through the Gallery’s proceeds, which will benefit The Drueding Center, a transitional housing program for women and children in North Philadelphia. www.DruedingCenter.org        

A highly qualified frame shop will also be on the premises.

Art at Valley Lake Gallery is located at 3 Village Road in Horsham, PA. For more information, please visit www.secondtonunframery.org  or call 215 914-4148.

 

Schedule of Events at the Art at Valley Lake Gallery

Art at Valley Lake Gallery Schedule of Events

For more information call Sr. Linda at (215) 260-5631 or email larico@holyredeemer.com

Where: 3 Village Road, Horsham PA 19044

Opening Reception October 5^th 2:00pm to 5:00pm (Stop By! All are Welcome...)

Speakers/ free will offering

Oct 19^th Sat 10:00 am Speaker Ashby Saunders – Life as a Sculptor

Nov 9^th Sat 10:00 am Speaker Gary Donnelly – Photography
Feb 8^th 10:00 am Speaker Reena Brooks – Print Making
Mar 15^th 10:00am Speaker Arlene Goldberg – Minerals in Nature Then On You

Demos/ free will offering

Jan 25^th Sat 10:00am Frances Galante

Feb 22nd Sat 10:00am Maggie Leiby

Movies and Discussion/  free will offering

Nov 2^nd Sat 10:00am
Movie Edgar Degas
Hosted by: Richard E. Goldberg
Jan 18^th Sat 10:00am
Movie Claude Monet
Hosted by: Diana Sargent
Mar 8^th Sat 10:00 am
Movie Ce’zanne
Hosted by: Sr. Linda Arico

Art Lessons

Fridays Oct 18^th-Nov 22^nd 9:30am to 12:30pm Oil Painting  Instructor Maggie Leiby

We provide lectures, demos, movies/discussions...Where: Art At Valley Lake Gallery

3 Village Road, Horsham PA 19044

Yes we are hosting lectures, demos, movies about various art subjects in general and the life of famous artists. (See the schedule above for dates and times of these educational events). Plus as an extra these speakers artwork will be on exhibition for all to enjoy in the gallery which benefits "Drueding Center". These events are available to the public. We only request a small donation toward "Drueding Center" a transitional housing program for woman and children. Spend a morning with other art enthusiasts and learn more about art. If you are interested in attending any of these educational programs please call Sr. Linda Arico, CSR at 215 260-5631 or notify her by email at larico@holyredeemer.com.

www.DruedingCenter.org

www.secondtonunframery.org

Art Classes at the Gallery Plein Air Painting Instructor Maggie Leiby

Oil Painting Classes

                                              with

Maggie Leiby

All Levels, A special welcome to beginners (Cost $225)

Fridays:  9:30AM – 12:30PM

Where: 3 Village Road Horsham PA 19044

Six Week Session:  October 18^th – November 22, 2013

Contact: Sr. Linda Arico, CSR  at 215 260-5631 or email her at larico@holyredeemer.com to register for the class.

Always wanted to learn to paint, but you were afraid to try?  Well, this is the class for you!  Come, relax, and learn the joys of oil painting!   Instruction will based on the individual needs of each student.  Drawing, Color Theory, Composition, Panting Techniques, Brush Application, and Materials will be covered. Working from reference photos for landscape painting, as well as, direct observation using still life will be the focus of this class.  Supply list will be sent upon registration.

Maggie Leiby has a BA in Studio Art from Kennesaw State University in Ga., has studied at the Pa. Academy of Fine Art, Studio Incaminati, The Barnstone Studio,  the Woodmere Museum School, and with various nationally known Artists.

Here's the Supply list for Maggie Leiby's Class!

Oil Painting

with

Maggie Leiby

 

Supply List: 2013

You can also call Maggie Leiby directly her contact information is below.

 

Palette Colors:  Recommended Brands:  Gamblin, Windsor- Newton, Holbein, or Rembrandt (Always, buy Artist Grade, not Student Grade paints)  Winton is a student grade – very poor mixing quality

  Alizarin Crimson

  Cadmium Yellow Light

  Cadmium Orange

  Cadmium Red Light (Rembrandt the best)

  Cadmium Red Medium

  Permanent Green (optional)

  French Ultramarine Blue

  Indian Yellow

  Phthalo Blue

*Permanent Rose (optional)

  Viridian or Phthalo Green

  Cobalt Violet

  Titanium White (Permalba) is a good choice, as it is buttery

   Ivory Black or Chromatic Black (Gamblin) my favorite makes beautiful blues

 *Burnt Sienna, handy to have, but we can mix

   Raw Sienna

   Raw Umber

*Ultramarine Violet

 

 * = Optional Colors

 Brushes:

Bristle Filbert  brushes such as, Silver Grand Prix, Princeton, or Isabey.  Sizes: 0, 1, 2, 4, 6 (or you may bring what you have)

1-Soft Mongoose hair brush about ½”- 1” wide.  Bob Ross brand available at Michaels or AC Moore

Canvas, Canvas Board or Panel

11 x 14 or bigger, or whatever you have or feel comfortable working on.  I think it is easier to paint larger than smaller.   8 x10 or 9 x 12 is good for plein air painting (on location)

Canvas Pad (tablet) 9 x 12, handy size for practice or demonstration. (Optional)  

 Palette:  Wooden, or  I use Plexiglas.  You may purchase a Plexiglas palette from me.   Cost:  $10.00

Use only Odorless Thinner, i.e., Turpanoid (blue can), or Gamsol (Gamblin)

Paper Towels – preferred brand – Viva

Liquin medium Windsor- Newton or Galkyd Lite (Gamblin)

Palette Knife

Palette Cups – 2 medium, one small (optional)

 Please Note: You are not required to have all these items to start.  Gradually, you can build up your supplies

 

Recommended web sites to order on line: www.aswexpress.com, www.dickblick.com

 

Maggie Leiby (215) 918-0739 (H)   215-514-1841 ©                .               maggieleiby@aol.com          www.maggieleiby.com

Yes! Another Framing Class... Offered In the Evening

A Hands-On Learning Approach to Framing Basics

Where: Sisters of the Holy Redeemer Provincialate

When: Three Mondays, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM; June 10^th, 17th, and 24^th

Cost: $75 total for all three sessions (includes materials for framing)

This class meets on three consecutive Mondays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. You will finish the class with one 5x7 to 8 x 11 picture, painting or photo, framed in your choice of one colored mat, in an 11x14 wooden black frame.

Monday, June 10th:  An overview of the different kinds of mats, mounting boards and mounting methods/hardware for different pictures, other objects, materials and canvases. We will cut a mat and mount your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo for our hands-on activity. (This will be used for your second and third class.)

Monday, June 17th:  An overview of the different kinds of frames and what they are used for. We will put together a frame for your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo for our hands-on activity. (This frame will be used for the third class.)

Monday, June 24th:  An overview of the different kinds of glass available, hanging hardware/materials used and paper.  We will close your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo in glass and place paper on the back and hanging hardware for our hands-on activity. (Congratulations! You have learned the basics of framing and have a beautiful framed picture.)

 Please contact Sr. Linda Arico, CSR for a registration form Due Date Is May 23rd, 2013

Sr. Linda Arico, CSR

521 Moredon Road

Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006        

Questions? email larico@holyredeemer.com or call (215) 914-4148

We Are Offering Framing Classes

A Hands-On Learning Approach to Framing Basics

Where: Sisters of the Holy Redeemer Provincialate

When: Three Mondays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM; April 15^th, 22^nd, and 29^th

Cost: $75 total for all three sessions (includes materials for framing)

 This class meets on three consecutive Monday mornings from 10:00am to 12:00pm. You will finish the class with one 5x7 to 8 x 11 picture, painting or photo, framed in your choice of one colored mat, in an 11x14 wooden black frame.

Monday, April 15:  An overview of the different kinds of mats, mounting boards and mounting methods/hardware for different pictures, other objects, materials and canvases. We will cut a mat and mount your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo for our hands-on activity. (This will be used for your second and third class.)

Monday, April 22:  An overview of the different kinds of frames and what they are used for. We will put together a frame for your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo for our hands-on activity. (This frame will be used for the third class.)

Monday, April 29:  An overview of the different kinds of glass available, hanging hardware/materials used and paper.  We will close your 5x7 to 8x11 painting, picture or photo in glass and place paper on the back and hanging hardware for our hands-on activity. (Congratulations! You have learned the basics of framing and have a beautiful framed picture.)

 Please contact Sr. Linda Arico, CSR for a registration form Due Date Is April 5, 2013

Sr. Linda Arico, CSR 
521 Moredon Road                                Questions? Contact info below:
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006              email larico@holyredeemer.com or call (215) 914-4148

Yes!!! A New Service....Indeed.

A New Service!!! We now scan all kinds of photos newer older and put them on a SD, MS, XD, MMC and USB for use on your Digital Picture Frames and Computer. Will instruct and help get your digital frame, laptop or computer to operate. We can also order your Digital frame and SD, MS, XD, MMC or USB for you from our shop. All done in one stop... From $40 and up depending “if” or “what” you ordered and amount of photos scanned.

 

Did someone special in your life purchase a digital frame to display your photos in one frame. Don't have a scanner to scan your old photos or simply don't have time or know how to get your pictures on the digital frame or even your computer. Or perhaps you always wanted one but all the same reasons kept you from getting one. Call us we offer you our best service and time.

We Love To Cut Glass/ Mirror Ovals and Circles!

Let us demonstrate....



First you get what you need. A flecther glass cutter tool, hand glass cutter, foam board and a piece of glass or mirror large enough to cut with 1 inch margin around.
 



Set the glass cutter and score.
 

Remove the glass cutter. Turn glass upside down. Press along score with your thumb. As you press score of glass gets deeper. Keep going till its deeper all around. Turn glass over again.



Use a fletcher hand cutter and make three to four scores which start 1/8 inch from the circle or oval and run completely off the glass.



Carefully break out the radial cuts using pliers. The scrap glass will seperate from the oval or circle.

There you have it a perfect oval or circle using this process. If you need these shapes give us a call! For small ovals and circles the price is approximately $10 to $15. For medium $15 to $25 for large $25 to $35. Depending on the kind of glass or mirror.

Glad to share some of our holiday work!

This is a shadow box made from a blessed mother print, pieces of a wedding gown and veil. It is a tradition held dear in one of our customer's family.

 

We are busy still framing lots of diplomas!

         



We enjoy framing fun pictures. This ia a silk picture framed with a spacer and white frame.

 

 



Poster of one of our customer's vacation memory...

 

Father's Day Is Coming Soon!

3rd Annual Art Show And presentation by Robert Wittman

The Sisters of the Holy Redeemer have been serving the needs of woman and children, the elderly and sick since 1849. This event is designated for all those in need. Drueding Center Project Rainbow and The Sisters of the Holy Redeemer Charity Fund.

This year we are planning our third annual “Celebrate Art” art show, our  featured artist is Maggie Leiby here at the Provincialate on November 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2012. On Saturday evening November 3^rd, we are also presenting Mr. Robert Wittman a world renowned author. He will speak on his recent book entitled “Priceless”. To read more about the art show and presentation by Robert Wittman click on 3rd Annual Art Show And Presentation by Robert Wittman . To purchase tickets for Robert Wittman's presentation please call 215 947-4419 or 215 914-4148. There are a limited number of tickets being sold.

Miniature Oil Painting Framed

This is a good idea on what you could do to any miniature oil paintings you may have. It was framed in a way to give it some depth. Helps you focus in on the oil. This miniature was framed in our shop....

We will miss Bob Devore...

There are no words that can describe how much we will miss Bob. Bob has volunteered for years in the frame shop. He built most of the furniture in the shop and even did electrical work. But most important he was a good friend to Sr. Jacqualine, the sisters and I. Recently he has passed away. I'm sure his spirit is with us. Thank you Bob for being so generous with your time and talents! You will always be remembered by all of us.

2nd Annual Art Show

Feature Artist: Howard Watson

Mark your calendars! Don't miss this event we are celebrating art together for our 2nd annual year on November 4th, 5th and 6th. Our opening reception will be Friday Nov. 4th, 2011 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. The sale will continue on Nov. 5th and 6th from 10:00 am to 4:00pm. Our first year was such a success and enjoyed by so many people that its been requested for us to have another show to Celebrate Art! This show benefits our sister's missions in Tanzania, Africa. If you would like to read a little more about our sisters in Tanzania click on the link Our African Sisters under other links on this blog.
( www.sistersholyredeemer.org/masista_wa_mkombozi.htm ) We have a few changes in store for all of our guests. This year we will add scultures, pottery, original artistic jewlery and portfolios. It will be different but will surely be an enjoyable experience for all who attend this event!

Spring Is Here!

Once again spring brings us many family and friend memories; graduations, first holy communions and weddings. Contemplate getting that special memory framed for you to enjoy for years to come.