Art Envy: Van Gogh and the Natural World

Posted By:  Lisa McGean
Date Posted:  5/26/2009

In June the Art Envy series will look at the Dutch post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh and how the natural world influenced his paintings.  Participants in this monthly workshop will enjoy a 20-minute presentation on the life and work of Van Gogh, and then get creative in a 45-minute painting workshop taught by local artist Paula Bullwinkel.  The workshop will take place at the Bend Public Library in the Brooks Room at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2nd.  You can register through the calendar section of the library’s website at www.dpls.us/cal or by calling Lisa at 312-1034.  Supplies are provided and this program is free and open to the public.

Local Bend artist Paula Bullwinkel has a master’s degree in art education with a minor in painting.  She has participated in numerous one-woman and group shows in New York City and the East Coast area.  For 18 years, she was a professional fashion and portrait photographer for Magazines in NYC and London.  Paula believes artmaking is best approached with a willingness to take risks, and a keen attitude towards the enjoyment of invention.

For more information about this or other library programs, please call 312-1034 or visit the library at www.dpls.lib.or.us. Those wishing to attend events that have special needs resulting from a disability should contact Lisa McGean at 312-1034 at least three days prior to the event.