Linda's Blog

Moving Linda's blog!

2011-07-07T14:59:00.000-07:00

This will be the last blog at Linda's Blog. New stuff all the time! Follow me at.http://www.yeoldeartshoppe.com/

Billie Sheets' Summer Schedule

2010-05-05T15:58:00.000-07:00

Register for all workshops or classes by calling 541-863-6843 or contact me by email.

June 2nd - Rose Workshop 9am - till done. $25 per student includes masonite. Optional lunch $3. Register by May 26th.

June 16th - Barn Workshop 9am - till done. $25 per student includes masonite. Optional lunch $3. Register by June 9th.

June 30th - Landscape Workshop 9am - till done. $25 per student includes masonite. Optional lunch $3. Register by June 23rd.

Regular summer classes start Wednesday July 7th - August 25th. $35 per student. 9am - noon or 1pm - 4pm. Register by July 1st.

Frames!

2010-05-05T08:40:00.000-07:00

We have a large assortment of metal frames, various sizes and colors on sale. Come get a great deal on in stock metal frames!

Bruce Baker Workshop

2010-05-04T13:17:00.000-07:00

Artists and Retailers

Get your act together with free help from a national expert

Bruce Baker is a nationally known expert on sales, with specific expertise in the business of art and retail sales. He joins Umpqua CDC and Think Local Umpqua for a one day workshop series designed to help artists, crafters, and retail businesses improve product mix and design, and boost sales. Bruce’s well honed workshops help participants take their business from hobby standards to a professional level.

Friday, May 14th

Washington School

637 Locust St, Oakland

9-12 am

Sales Techniques to Close More Sales

1 - 3 pm

Understanding & Taking Advantage of Trends

These workshops are FREE

TO REGISTER contact Lily at

lbrislen@umpquacdc.org

541-673-4909

Linda Novakovich on display

2010-05-03T13:50:00.001-07:00

This month the Showcase of Fine Art II is featuring Linda Novakovich in a show titled "Down by the Sea". Linda has been painting for many years especially since she retired from the B.L.M. in 2007. She has been faithfully attending classes taught by Letha Mitchell at Ye Olde Art Shoppe since then. She has many beautiful works on display from May 3rd - May 29th with an artist reception on Saturday, May 8th from 10am-1pm. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Meet Linda and have some snacks. Enjoy a few hours with an exceptional artist and meet more. If you have any questions or comments please contact us.

April Spring Sale

2010-04-07T08:58:00.000-07:00

Come in for store wide sale items. Cleaning out the old to make room for new stuff. Don't wait too long as this sale is only through the month of April.

Scrapbook paper 12 for $1
Select artists books starting at 50 cents each.
Framed fine art starting at $5
Select frames starting at $5

Come in & check out the savings.

Jump Out at You

2010-01-15T16:54:00.000-08:00

Dan Redlin now on display

2009-12-31T15:12:00.000-08:00

Dan Redlin is our new Showcase artist for the month of January. He moved to Myrtle Creek from the bay area of California several years ago and has taken to our area in a big way.
He has horses, cats & a dog. A regular farmer! He has taken classes at Ye Olde Art Shoppe for more than two years now and has learned how to paint with oils, pastels and his latest adventure is watercolors. The picture you see here is one of his best works. Stop by and view his show in person and you'll see just how talented he is.
He will host an artist reception on Saturday, January 9th from 10am - 1pm but don't wait for the reception to view his work.

Happy New Year

2009-12-30T16:56:00.001-08:00

Last Chance to View Judy Kelley's Show

2009-12-29T16:24:00.000-08:00

This week is your last chance to view Judy Kelley's full show. She has some spectacular pictures on display and it would be a shame if you missed them.

This is her show piece of the group. The colors are very rich & deep. You need to see it in person to experience the true effect of the colors.

Her reception was a great success & fun. People from as far away as Seattle Washington came to view her show.
Thanks for a great show Judy!

Thanks for another year!

2009-12-29T16:09:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all of my faithful friends and customers who have helped me make it through a very rough year. If it weren't for all of you, we wouldn't have an art shop in Myrtle Creek. We are looking forward to another!
We have the Showcase of Fine Art I I in full swing. If you haven't been in for one of the receptions, you are really missing out. If you are an artist that is interested in showcasing your style at Ye Olde Art Shoppe in the future, please contact us!

Art classes start January the week of January 11. Check out our list of available classes.
Sign up early since most of the classes fill up quickly. You can register for UCC Community Ed classes here at the shop.

We are finalizing details on a Rose Workshop with Billie Sheets and a few other different things. How about a greeting card workshop? Anyone interested? Jewelry Making? If you have something you want us to try, let us know!

Judy Kelley now on display

2009-12-02T14:17:00.000-08:00

The Showcase of Fine Arts is now featuring the artwork of Judy Kelley, a local pastelest & colored pencil artist. She uses Canson pastel paper on the textured side to get the look she likes. Canson is available at Ye Olde Art Shoppe for only $1.99 per sheet. Most of Judy's pictures are painted on a half sheet.

Judy's art will be on display for the entire month of December. Stop by to see her work and enter a free drawing. You could win one of two original paintings by Judy.

Judy has been painting with pastels for about 6 years and before that played with colored pencils. She has recently renewed her interest in colored pencils when she took a class taught by Stephany Harrison at Ye Olde Art Shoppe.

You are also invited to attend her reception on Saturday, December 5th from 10am - 1pm. Refreshments will be served and the public is welcome.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-24T10:31:00.000-08:00

Ye Olde Art Shoppe wishes you all a safe and happy Thanksgiving. We will be closed Thursday - Monday, reopening on Tuesday.

Paintings are selling!

2009-11-20T09:54:00.000-08:00

We are selling paintings!
Yesterday we sold an acrylic painting by Linda Novakovich.

Today we sold a painting by Marvin Gelder. Both of these artists are displaying their painting in our Loft Gallery.

If you are an artist interested in showing your work, contact the shoppe.

Victorian Artist Larry Klope

2009-11-19T10:10:00.000-08:00

If you haven't been in to see Larry Klope's art display, you only have one more week! Larry is a very detailed acrylic artist who specializes in Victorian houses & old cars. He has his own style and uses lots of color. Visit our Showcase page to see more.

Mini Workshop

2009-11-19T09:51:00.000-08:00

If you didn't sign up for this workshop, you missed out! We have 15 people in the class today!
They are painting five 5x7 (mini's) paintings. These make perfect gifts for anyone and especially easy to pop into a padded envelope and mail to family and friends for Christmas.

We may be having one more before the end of the year so keep watching the blog.
Contact the shoppe if you are interested in attending one of our workshops.

Larry Klope's artist Reception

2009-11-11T10:33:00.000-08:00

Saturday we had a fun time at Larry Klope's artist reception. More than 25 people came to visit with Larry and view his art work. Lots of good comments and yummy treats. Plan to attend the next reception in December.

Art Reception this Saturday!

2009-11-05T11:21:00.000-08:00

Saturday, November 7th is Larry Klope's art reception from 10am - 1pm. Come visit with Larry & view his paintings while you enjoy a cookie. Enter the drawing to win an original acrylic picture by Larry.

Christmas Open House at Ye Olde Art Shoppe

2009-11-04T13:29:00.000-08:00

Our annual Christmas Open House is scheduled!
You are cordially invited to join our celebration on Wednesday, December 16 from noon - 4pm.
Prize raffle, music, Christmas fellowship and lots of yummy goodies.
Come check out our great sales and sample some goodies while you shop.
For more information call 541-863-6843

Larry Klope Now on Display

2009-11-04T13:23:00.000-08:00

Larry Klope of Riddle Oregon is an accomplished acrylic artist that has been painting since the 1970's. He is well known for his detailed paintings of old cars and Victorian houses. His art is on display now through November 28th. Learn more about Larry on our Showcase page.
Join us for an artist reception Saturday November 7th from 10am - 1pm. Refreshments will be served. The public is welcome.

Phil Bates showcase closes Friday Oct. 30th

2009-10-29T14:21:00.000-07:00

Phil Bates' pastel showcase yeoldeartshoppe.com/showcase is closing Friday October 30th. He is an exceptional pastelist with a perception of color & light that is breath taking. Come on in for a last minute look or visit his web site http://www.prbates.com.

Local artist Larry Klope will be featured for the month of November. He is a long time resident of Riddle. Larry paints with acrylics and his subjects are Victorian houses and old cars. His show is titled "A Visit to the Past". His art reception will be held on Saturday November 7th from 10am - 1pm.

2009-10-24T11:01:00.000-07:00

Check out this article titled "How to Be a Successful Art Blogger:7 Effective Blogging Strategies for Artists" It helped me.
http://emptyeasel.com/2009/01/05/how-to-be-a-successful-art-blogger-7-effective-blogging-strategies-for-artists/

Billie's Mini Workshop

2009-10-23T12:43:00.000-07:00

Billie Sheets' mini workshop will be held on Thursday, November 19th from 9am - noon or 1pm - 4pm. You will paint up to five 5x7 paintings. Billie will have samples of pictures to pick from. All 5x7 frames will be discounted on workshop day only! Great deals.

All this for $25 which includes five 5x7 primed masonite boards. Seating is limited so sign up right away! Call the shoppe at 541-863-6843

Ye Old Art Shoppe is Bloggin'

2009-10-23T12:23:00.000-07:00

Welcome to everyone to my blog. I am going to be writing on it most every day.