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1st Quarter Featured Artist Selected
 On January 25, 2017 Paula Noblitt, was selected as the North Tampa Arts League Featured Artist for the 1st Quarter of 2017. Paula’s acrylic painting, “Girl, Book, Cat” explores the simple pleasures of reading a good book with a pet by your side. The loosely painted soft background represents the readers’ loss of awareness as she delves into the theme of the book, while her dreamy gaze, looking directly at the viewer, brings her back to reality. The cat facing opposite the book is perhaps enjoying her own dream. Paula’s style varies allowing the subject to dictate the process. Some paintings could be described as “quiet” in terms of color and simplicity, while others incorporate bright colors and iridescence. The voice of the painting generally reflects the artist’s mood… and vice versa. Her most recent work explores dreamy, soft and abstract backgrounds sometimes using highly pigmented inks or liquid acrylics. Paula Noblitt resides in Temple Terrace and has been interested in art and painting since adolescence. It wasn’t until recently that she has been able to devote time to her painting passion. She is largely self-taught and utilizes books, internet, and continuing education classes for instruction and support. She credits wonderful high school art teachers for providing her with a base for her work. Paula Noblitt can be contacted at paulann@earthlink.net. Website |
Stirling Gallery Reception Photos. And The Winners Are...
 NTAL Stirling Gallery Awards 1st In Show – “Cruising the Channel” by Joan Garcia All of Joan’s work is equally as stunning. I was particularly drawn to the composition and balance of color in this square format. The light and attention to detail is exquisite. The luminosity of the painting gives a sense of depth and perspective from the viewer. The story unfolding above and below the water is equally as interesting creating a dynamic composition and narrative. 2nd Overall – “Homosassa Sunset” by Hernie Vann All of Hernie’s paintings are stunning also ! I was particularly taken by this landscape with a great sense of depth and light. The warm glow of the sunset is enveloping and natural. I love the glowing and subtle highlights in the palm trees and grass. 3rd Overall – “Helping Hand” by Monica Leon A stained glass with so many talented painters, I did not want to overlook the wonderful variety in this mixed media piece. I loved the composition, textures and color choice of this stained glass piece. The detail of the “hand” is like a period that completes the end of a beautifully crafted poem. 1st in category Painting (Oil, Acrylic, Water Color) - “The Gathering” (Wolves) by Virginia Butler It was extremely difficult to choose the top painting award with so many talented painters in this show. I could have easily given twice as many awards if I had been allowed. This painting captured my attention for it’s beautiful detail, treatment of textures and interesting, unusual composition. Honorable Mention Painting – “Diner’s Delight” by Lynn Rattray 1st in category Drawing/Pastels – “Berry Fairy” by Joan Garcia A beautifully executed drawing with lush color and delicate detail. Honorable Mention Drawing – “Afternoon of a Fawn” by Dore’ Anderson 1st in category Mixed Media/3D/Sculpture – “Silver Streak” by Lloyd Johnson I love the choice and combination of materials and textures in this piece. A simple composition that reminds me of Pop Art greats like Roy Lichtenstein’s construction and comic strip work. Honorable Mention Mixed Media/3D/Sculpture – “Ruptured Adolescence” by Carla Wilkins 1st in category Photography – “Mean Bird” by Sandra Vann The selection in photography is equally stunning as the paintings. “Mean Bird” stood out the most with the tight but dynamic composition. An intimate moment caught with crisp detail. The eye moves throughout the picture with lush texture. It is also framed beautifully. Honorable Mention Photography – “Turtle Dude” by David Beebe |
NTAL Small Works Art Show @ Blick's Grand Opening
 The works remain on display through Friday, September 2, 2016.  First Place: Joan Garcia (first photo below, top left) Second Place: Hernie Vann (third photo below, top center) Third Place: David Beebe (third photo below, top left)    |
Survey Says...
Thanks to those members that completed our first ever NTAL Membership Survey. On 11/17, the survey closed with 21 responses. You can review a summary of the responses here. |
VSAFL Needs Artists
 You can contact Dee for more information at: VSAFL University of South Florida 4202 E Fowler Ave, EDU 105 Tampa FL 33620 813-974-0745 |
Photos from A Decade of Art Celebration reception
 We had an excellent turnout at the Carrollwood Cultural Center on May 8 for the opening reception of our annual members show. The artwork will remain on display until June 1. Awards: Best of Show - Monika Leon First Place - Barbara Kazanis Second Place - Dorothy Banker Third Place - Joyce Ebanks Honorable Mention - Lynn Rattray Honorable Menton - Kathy Weinberg Sales: Pat Beebe (at the reception) We've started a photo gallery at Shutterfly to share photos of the event. Anyone with this link can view these photos. To protect our member's art, only NTAL members that are added to the Shutterfly share site as a member can order prints. Either Dave Beebe, Joan Garcia and Carol Northington can add members to this site. No one is allowed download images or post them to social media. You can also read Joyce McKenzie's article about NTAL and our tenth anniversary celebration at TBO.com. |
Marie Schadt Exhibits At International Miniature Arts Exhibition
NTAL member Marie Schadt has four paintings juried into the 40th International Miniature Arts Society of Florida annual show and this is her third year of being accepted into this juried show. The show is at the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art on the campus of St. Petersburg College on US 19 in Tarpon Springs. The show opened on January 18th and runs until February 15th. There are 185 artists from all over the US and abroad in the show and 637 works entered this year. It's amazing to see the amount of detail in these tiny works of art. For more information on the venue and the show, check out the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art (LRMA) website. You can find directions to the campus, hours of operation and admission here. |
Special Meeting Thursday, February 12th
 Wil will discuss his latest Green Art Project where he encourages what he calls "up-cycling". Wil creates colored "pixels" made from squares cut from aluminum beverage cans and links them together with wire to form room-sized tapestries that move with the slightest breeze and reflect light in amazing ways.
"It is interesting to note that when he is working in Belize, Lala trades fresh fish he has caught for aluminum cans that the locals collect. The cans are washed and cut up into small squares he calls pixels. Holes are punched in each pixel and the pixels are wired together with recycled copper wire. Hundreds and hundreds of brilliant pixels come together that reach back to the ancient traditions of tapestries and mosaics. These glittering aluminum fabrics merge the past with the future."
You can watch his latest NYC Show Video Interview but you will want to attend his discussion in-person. If you miss it, you can review his presentation as a PDF here. You can also read Wil's free, self-published ebook "Where There Is A Wil, There's A Way". Please note that this special day and date replaces our normal 4th Wednesday meeting in February.
 This is also the month to "put your name in the hat" and run for an NTAL board member position. The vote is held at the March General Meeting.
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NTAL Exhibit @ Jimmie B Keel Library
The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library located at 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa, FL 33618 completed an expansion project earlier this year. Included in that expansion is an area set aside for displaying art changing monthly. NTAL has been invited to exhibit 25-30 pieces of art for the month of February. We are sending out the first call to those members who have volunteered in some way in helping our organization thrive.
There are no subject or size requirements for this show. If you would like to exhibit one piece of artwork in this exhibit, please forward your name, the title, size, medium and price to Carol Northington at cjn13@verizon.net by January 5th. We will send this call out to other members if we do not have enough artwork to fill up the show. Important Dates Art Call response - January 5, 2015 Delivery of artwork – January 28, 2015 12-2pm Reception – February 4, 2015 6-8pm Art Take-down - February 28, 12-2pm The Show               |
The Gallery At Rare Hues
 On Friday, October 24, between 6-8pm, the gallery will kick-off the show with a reception. Come support Bob if you can. Address: 10005 N Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33618 Gallery Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday - Saturday: 10 am - 7 pm Sunday: 12 pm - 5 pm |
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