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The Community Artist

University Art Newsletter Vol. 6 Issue 1, January 2007

ART ORGANIZATIONS SPOTLIGHT

This month we head north to the state’s capitol to visit the Watercolor Artists of Sacramento/ Horizon Inc. This particular water-media club is open to all skill levels with the stipulation that they can only show/exhibit current work (that is work done within the last year). They are currently about 150 members strong and meet on the second Monday of every month at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center, 5338 B Gibbons Drive, Carmichael Ca. 95608. For more information on meetings, membership, exhibits and programs try on-line at mzielenski@hotmail.com .

COMING SOON

The Art of Jules Halfant – until 2/25/07
Art Museum of Los Gatos, 4 Tait Avenue, Los Gatos (408) 395-7375

Further Confusion 2007
"Fur Your Eyes Only""
1/18/07 - 1/22/07
Double Tree Hotel
San Jose
More details at;
www.furtherconfusion.com

Winter Workshops with Carolyn Larsen
At University Art San Jose
456 Meridian Avenue.
Starts 1/14/07 call (408) 315-9730 or
Larsentart9@aol.com for details.

TRIVIA AND STUFF JUST FOR FUN

According to National Geographic Magazine, a new resort is planned for the Victoria Falls region of Zambia. The project will disturb prime Elephant migratory lands and is vehemently opposed by grass roots groups and even government officials in the area. The developer’s solution to the problem is an elephant corridor/ crosswalk if you can believe it. I can’t make this up!!

ASK BRAMSCHANDOZ

Q: I have some small photo portraits at home that have developed multi-color rings at the bottom under the frame glass. What is causing this?

A: The photo emulsion on the photo has been compromised and there are a few things that can cause this. One is cheap photo paper as is often used in places specializing in fast turnaround of your photos. Another is intense, direct light (like sunlight) hitting the photo in the same place day in and day out. The most likely culprit though is moisture. Glass “sweats” as room temperature changes. This condensation can run down the inside of the glass and collect at the bottom inside edge of the frame. The dampness then begins to work on the photo paper causing rings and in severe cases mildew.