Schulenburg Annual Art, Music and Wine Festival!

Artist Quote of the Week 2.8.12

Below is a humorous quote to those of us artists who love to procrastinate in some way or another. David Shrigley, a Glasgow-based artist once said, "'You can't just lie on the roof and smoke joints naked, because that's not going to get the work done, is it? You've got to be down here, fully clothed, sober, and wandering amongst paper, paint, and pens.'" (Fullerton, 36)




To the right:
Shrigley, David. Untitled. Hayward Gallery, London. (36)

Works Sited:
Fullerton, Elizabeth. "Doodle Unto Others." ARTnews Feb. 2012: 36.

Why Art Matters

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"Art is more than just a decoration on the wall, or a collectible investment object. The world needs beauty, color, and light, and visual art can provide those things and more. Art inspires people, and allows them to share their appreciation of the subject. This could be a landscape of a place they've been, or a painting of animals that they adore. Art allows us to see through the eyes of the artist or photographer, or see a place we've never been. It can be educational; a recording of history, or it can simply capture the feeling of a moment in time. Some artworks provide social commentary and bring about empathy in the viewers. Art enhances our experience, especially if it expresses emotion or ideas. Sometimes it is the amazing skill of the artist that enthralls the viewers. Artworks enhance homes, businesses, and public spaces. There is no thing as too much good design."

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"What I Like About Texas!"

Mark your calendars for the

Art, Music and Wine Festival

on March 10th, 2012

from 4 PM - 9 PM

in Downtown Schulenburg, Texas!

Attractions will include:

Original Artists and Authors with Their Works

including artwork by Caitlin E. Demel and students of Demel Fine Art

Live Music at the Downtown Stage

Texas Wine Trail

Horse Drawn Depot Wagon

Street Vendors

Beer and Wine

Food Vendors

Sponsor Hospitality Room

hosted by

The Greater Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce

If you are an artist and would like to exhibit your artwork at this show,
contact The Greater Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce at
info@schulenburgchamber.org

     www.schulenburgchamber.org

www.wix.com/demelfineart/caitlinedemel

Artist Quote of the Week 1.24.12

"When I work, I work very fast, but preparing to work can take any length of time."
~Cy Twombly

Looking Back on 2011~

A boisterous Happy New Year to all friends and patrons of Demel Fine Art! There are many events to come in this current year, many very exciting art-related events, but it is still fun to look back on the wonderful things which took place in 2011!

To begin, 2011 was the official dawning of Demel Fine Art. Established back in May, 2011, the business quickly took off with a roar! Summer art classes were taught by artist Caitlin E. Demel in the quaint back room of the ever-so-charming Shop Downtown, courtesy of Ms. Christine Galipp. Classes were taught to children and adults alike, followed at the end of each month with creative art exhibitions showcasing the wonderful talent in each of the classes.

As the very busy holidays drew near, Demel Fine Art switched roles over to individual art lessons, taught to a few individuals within the Fayette County area, due to more flexible schedules. Below you can view photos that were taken from these many art ventures. Look for familiar faces, perhaps even your own!

Demel Fine Art: Fine Art for a Fine Community!

This is the first student art exhibition to
ever be hosted by Demel Fine Art.

Here is Monet and her mom Ruth with
the multitude of watercolor paintings.

Shane and his mother Sandra stand in front
of his awesome cow watercolor painting.

Above are two lovely paintings created by Miss Hannah.
The cow creamer was observed from life, and the
abstraction was a skill building technique using paintbrushes.

Here are Michelle and Ally acting goofy with
 their artwork at the Flatonia Independence Celebration

Here is a beautifully colored and textured sculpture created by Abby,
shown at the Flatonia Independence Celebration.

Above is Abby's sculpture but this time with
the proud artist herself!

Here are some wild adults enjoying watercolor class!
Do you see the wine in the background?

Above is an illustration created by Ally,
visually narrating her alien joke.

This bold painting is an illustration done by Christine,
hinting at the wonders of her own children's book.

This ugly old hag (I am ONLY quoting the artist!)
was created by Miss Jodie! Do note that she is stealing  jewels...

Shane was the only student to undertake sculpture,
and what a super job he did! Sculpture is a
wonderful way to illustrate an idea or feeling,
such as a sweltering desert.



Last but not least, here is an assortment of artwork
from the past year that was created by Abby,
 a teenager who takes lessons once a week.
Imagine what beautiful artwork is to come!



Upcoming Art Exhibition!

Paintings and Sculpture by 
Caitlin E. Demel 
of Demel Fine Art
Schulenburg Art Music and Wine Walk
North Main Street
Schulenburg, TX 78956
March 13th, 2012
5 PM - 9 PM


Stop by and enjoy! 
The artwork is open to critiques; 
WARNING: it is politically charged - great "food for thought" this election year!

Art Quote of the Week

"Content precedes design. Design in the absence of content is not design, it’s decoration."

— Jeffrey Zeldman

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visit our Official Webpage!

Great News!

There is now a bonafide website designed on the web for Demel Fine Art and artist Caitlin E. Demel! Check it out at www.wix.com/demelfineart/caitlinedemel

The new website features a portfolio of drawings and paper pulp castings from 2005 and 2006.  There is also a page where upcoming classes will be posted.  An apology is necessary for the delay on the schedule of classes, as the business Demel Fine Art is currently searching for an accommodating space for art lessons.  If you know of any available in the Fayette County area, please send word, we would greatly appreciate it.

For now, Demel is creating a portfolio of work to show in the coming months.  Keep your eyes peeled!

Left: detail of reproba femina, Caitlin E. Demel, 2011, acrylic on canvas panel, 6x9 in