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Elderly woman shows her painting she just created TRP teaches fine art to the residents at Atria Assisted Living in Barrington.
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TRP teaches fine art to the residents at Atria Assisted Living in Barrington.

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I have recently received the honor of teaching art to the residents at Atria Assisted living in Barrington, R.I.

I began teaching at this facility in October. The first lesson I taught was pumpkins and everyone did absolutely wonderful. It was a lot of fun getting to know each other. I had a chance to see who had unique art tricks up their sleeves and by the time we finished I was really looking forward to our next visit.

When I returned in November, I was surprised to see the attendance tripled. I was told that word got around how much fun we had. This time I taught how to paint a gnome. What a treat it was to see these amazing artists create their masterpieces! I was so impressed that I asked permission to photograph them and share their work with my website readers.

Here are the wonderful works that were created by the residents at the Atria Assisted Living Community. I truly hope you enjoy them.

Thank you so much for following me on my painted path.

Stay Creative!

Erin

Halloween Themed Paint Nights at The Rusty Palette
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Halloween Themed Paint Nights at The Rusty Palette

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The month of October brings lots of fun events and for The Rusty Palette that means Halloween painting fun!

I will be teaching 2 separate paint nights and both will involve witches to celebrate this beautiful season.

October 9 …. Intermediate level hosted @thestudio
October 16 …. Begginer level hosted at Escada

“Booty-FULL Moon” “Casting”

Escada Restaurant and Bar will be hosting our paint night on October 16th with a begginers level painting named “casting”. This painting is fun and easy to complete so I will be adding an extra step to this particular one for a magical night. Before we begin to paint the background, each painter will write their own personal wish that will be granted once their magic sparkles have been painted in as seen in the short video below. In addition to having your wish granted you will also receive a complimentary beverage from Escada along with some crazy good dinner specials.

Purchase your ticket in the Art Shoppe now because our seats fill in very quickly.

time-lapse short of painting the magic sparkles

@thestudio is our newest public paint night venue. ‘The studio” is a private function bar room where we will provide snacks and beverages for you as well as live accoustic music and some door prizes for our DEBUT paint night. You can certainly bring your own beverages if you prefer an alcoholic libation. The studio boasts a relaxed atmosphere which allows for a more advanced and intimate teaching. I highly recommend this venue if you are looking to learn more and up your art skills. The photos below will give you an idea of the process you will be experiencing. All tickets must be purchased prior to the event as there are no tickets sales at the door.

You can purchase your ticket in our art shoppe and please feel free to share this post using these:

@thestudio paint night
@thestudio paint night event
Sketch your own or use a traceable that I provide, yes we will draw it often as the paint will cover your sketches.
Paint in your moon with different yellow tones to give depth
Begin with blue around the moon
finish filling in background with black
Paint your first tree
Paint your second tree stump
Add your swing
Add your full booty witch
Sign your name on your booty-full mastrepiece

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House of Horrors Mural
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House of Horrors Mural

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Prints of original mural are available for purchase in my art shoppe

If you grew up in Rhode Island in the 70’s and 80’s you know all about the “Rocky Point” house of horrors

I did grow up in this time and I was honored when asked to paint this mural for the “Rocky Point Chowder House” in Warwick, RI back in 2018.

Before creating the 8’ x 4’ mural, I painted a small scale version for reference on canvas. This piece measures 31 1/2 x 12 1/2“. It was only intended to be a guide for me to work with while creating the mural however, I have decided to put it up for sale in my shop as I believe it will make a beautiful addition to anybody’s home that has a sense of nostalgia for Rocky Point park.

Small scale, acrylic painting on canvas is available for purchase in my
art shoppe

Prints of the original mural are for sale as well in my ART SHOPPE

Although Rocky point Park is a thing of the past us Gen-Xers will always have the good times in our hearts.

Thank you so much for taking the time to enjoy my artwork.

Creatively Yours … Erin

April 3, 2024 Escada Drink & Paint Night April 2024 Drink & Paint
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April 2024 Drink & Paint

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Purchase your ticket here to join the Rusty Palette at our Public Paint and Party Night. We are holding this one at Escada Restaurant & Bar in Johnston, RI. from 6pm to 9 pm on April 03, 2024. There will be drink and dinner specials just for our painters so be sure to arrive early to fill your belly before starting your masterpiece!

June Paint Night at Escada Restaurant & Bar

We are painting a clear vase of hydrangea flowers to welcome spring in 2024. The Rusty Palette will provide everything you need to create this beauty of a painting.

Let’s Create NEURO-graphic Art
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Let’s Create NEURO-graphic Art

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Sign up for my JUNE 2023 workshop below!

What is Neurographic Art?

Neurographic art is a process of creating visual art that originated from Russia in the early twenty-first century. The process of neurographic art is believed to activate neural pathways in the brain, which can lead to emotional and psychological benefits for the artist.

To create a neurographic art piece, the artist begins to focus on an issue in their life while drawing shapes on a piece of paper. These shapes then become the starting point for the artwork. The artist then adds lines through every shape on the page. The lines are to cover the entire page from end to end. Adding new shapes can be done until a complex image is formed as long as ALL the shapes have lines going through them. The artist can also add words or phrases to the artwork, which may be hidden among the lines or more prominently displayed. The result is a highly detailed and layered image that reflects the artist’s emotions and experiences.

Neurographic art can be created using a variety of materials, including pen and ink, paint, and digital tools. The art form has become increasingly popular in recent years as a form of therapy and self-expression. It has been used to help individuals with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues to explore and process their emotions.

Overall, neurographic art is an innovative and expressive form of art that combines drawing and focused thought to create complex and meaningful images. Its therapeutic benefits make it a valuable tool for individuals seeking to explore their emotions and improve their mental wellbeing.

I have tried this method and I absolutely love it! I did my first neurographic drawing while going through a very hard time. I was relieved to find that by the time I had completed my drawing all of my fears and anxieties had melted away.

I had so much success while practicing this art I decided to create a class! I will be teaching this class in Johnston, RI at New England Massage and Healing Arts on Hartford Avenue. To sign up just click the link below!

Watercolor Pencil Neurographic art

WORKSHOP “Creating Neurographic Art”

This is a 2 hour workshop where you will be guided in creating a colorful, framable piece of art. This method mimics the brain-synapse process right on the paper and is said to relieve stress! Materials Supplied: Paper, Colored Pencil, Ink, Watercolors Snacks Supplied: Juice, Water, Crackers w/ fruit & cheese Class Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 Class Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30pm Class Location: New England Massage & Healing Arts 1665 Hartford Ave, Suite 4 Johnston, RI 02919

$40.00

“Peace Rocks” FREE ROCK PAINTING
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“Peace Rocks” FREE ROCK PAINTING

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Peace ROCKS ... Paint them, Hide them, make someone smile.
Peace ROCKS … Paint them, Hide them, make someone smile.

Hello & Happy Springtime to you!

I’ve been hunkered down deep in hibernation just as most New Englanders do. I’m slowly  awakening and stretching while planning my first outdoor paint event of 2018!

FUN RIGHT?

Most of us have skipped stones across a pond at one time or another in our lives. We’ve all witnessed the beautiful ripples created by each stone touching down onto the surface of the water. I’m quite sure that many of us watched in AWE as we realized how far those ripples carried.

It’s time to create a ripples of happiness throughout our communities just as those stones created ripples throughout the pond.

Let’s reach EXTRA high and create a WAVE of happiness.

Once our PEACE ROCKS are beautifully painted with positive messages we will hide them on walking trails and various places where pedestrians will  stumble upon them and smile.

Together we can spread happiness, tolerance, and love.

When ….Smithfield Family Fun Day

Tuesday, April 17th. 2018 @ 10am-2pm

FREE ADMISSION and FREE ROCK PAINTING LESSONS

For more information on PEACE ROCKS just visit PEACEROCKS.ORG

Please consider joining us for this fun way to promote happiness across our lands.

For more information on PEACE ROCKS just visit PEACEROCKS.ORG

The Rusty Palette traveling art studio will be teaching rock painting as well as donating a set of Charlie’s Head Books to the raffle table

 

The Importance of Play & Learning
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The Importance of Play & Learning

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Hello! I hope you are having a wonderful day.

I’ve completed this piece and am varnishing it now.

It will be on sale Friday, January 26th at Strings Bar & Grill in Johnston, Rhode Island.

 

I really enjoyed building color via transparent layers on this work. It was a new technique I learned in a “happy accident” as Bob Ross would say. I tend to have many happy accidents and that is precisely what you get when you practice daily. If you spend time ‘playing’ with your art supplies you can actually learn new techniques.

I’ve started using my sketchbook more and more as I realize this. It always felt like I wasn’t working when “playing” and coloring in my sketchbook. What I have learned is that it is actually CRUCIAL to my art development. As of late, I’ve been using the daily mantra write ~ paint ~ edit. These three words keep me on track to move my work forward on a daily basis. I believe PLAY needs to be added to my mantra.

As I stated above, when you play with your art supplies in your sketchbook you may be having fun but it is also crucial to learning new techniques.

I wont be able to fit “playing in my sketchbook” daily but I will certainly add it to my weekly task list.

You should as well.

As always, Keep creating!

"Strings" Acrylic Painting by Erin T Whalen Today in the Studio
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Today in the Studio

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January 19th in the studio … this is what’s going on.

I’ve compiled a synopsis of the painting I’m working on.

This piece is in its final stages It will be available at STRINGS BAR & GRILLE  located at George Waterman Ave, Johnston, Rhode Island.

To purchase this piece from the gallery be sure to speak with Steph.

Thank you so much and enjoy the sneak peek at it in the video above..

Airbrushing Motorcycles… who knew?
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Airbrushing Motorcycles… who knew?

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Hello there!

I’ve been behind the scenes working hard on quite a few projects and of course, I have made a record of each of them.

Today I show you…. THE AIRBRUSH!

This is a project I am wrapping up. Last night I sprayed all of the black and today I pinstripe around the edges in FIRE RED!

Here is what we have so far….

Amazon Prime is AWESOME for getting work items in FAST. Here I have one shot lettering paint, 1/4″ 1/2″ 3/4″ masking tape, and squirrel hair liner brushes.
Here I am reshaping a number I formerly painted. The silver lines between the black tape and the painted number will be integrated into the entire number.
My work area where measurements and taping happens.
Finished Left side
I hold the tape on my wrist and use two hands to control where i place it. This gives me a continuous flow of tape for edging.
Here is where the racing stripe will be. I use the smallest size masking tape.
Work area …. Taping, measuring. Sketching.
After a couple coats….
Number taped off with Martha Stewart tape
First finished number…. I see some spots I’d like to fix…. RETAPING will commence tomorrow.
Sketch out #92 on tank with white stabillo pencil
Completed right side of tank… ready for pin stripe!
notice the ripples inside the tape. Never ripple on side where paint is going. The paint will find a way under the tape. The reason for the twist inside is to make the other edge more circular.
My new squirrel hair striper brushes!
Remove the tape with caution. All of that time spent carefully taping can be ruined quickly if tape is pulled up too fast or the blade you are pulling the tape of with cuts the tank. BE CAREFUL.
An example of how the ‘paper wing’ protects the tank
Time to peel off all of my carefully placed masking tape.
To make a circle with a thicker tape…. slice on side every so often to create places to BEND tape.
Ready to spray my number! Say goodbye to those little silver lines!
Take the bulk pieces out of the negative space BEFORE you take oft the carefully placed edging around inside of hole.
My make-shift airbrushing booth. I covered the walls around me and have a fan blowing fumes out window. Lots of lamps to watch for imperfections in my paint.
Ahhhh…. I love my new #92!
Racing stripe masked off and paper wings added to protect tank from over spray.
Total number masked off first time
Here I have 3 sizes of masking tape to work with.
The way I taped this off works well. The ‘wings’ I taped on protect the numbers on each side from any over spray while I paint the racing stripe.
See the protection the paper ‘wing’ gives the number below it.
Cover the remainder around the number with blue painters tape before adding your paper wings.
After making your perfect circle fill the remainder of inside of the number with bits of black tape.
Completed Racing Stripe from driver’s view.
Front end view of Racing Stripe
Notice how the tape curls inside the nine. I do this firs to make a perfect circular edge against the inside of the nine hole. After I have a perfect outer edge tape circle, I fill the inside with a larger size black tape.
When taping your number be sure once you leave the detail area, fill the rest with a cheaper painters tape and add a paper bib with TRACE paper or any other paper that won’t bleed paint.
Here is a few items I will be using… a variety of tapes…. seeing that most airbrush work is “perfection of tape” rather than “perfection of paint”
Masking off the first time…. the masking tape I used here was a Martha Stewart brand. Because it was thicker than the latter black one I used I had to slice the side of it that didn’t line the number so the tape would turn with no bumps for paint to pool under when the number gets sprayed with paint.
Peeling back the blue.
Racing Stripe all Painted.
When pulling off the tape, ALWAYS pull AWAY from the paint. If it is not ready to stick it will pull up with the tape. Be careful you don’t pull off any of your paint.

 

I hope you enjoyed my photo story…. I will upload more after I pin stripe red.

Have a great day!

Erin