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View this email in your browser What's On in February/March WORKSHOPS Due to popular demand I am offering a second 2-day 'Charcoal & Ink on Plywood Workshop'. This one will be held over the weekend of March 12 & 13 in The Studio @ Wamberal and is limited to 6 participants only. For more information & to secure your spot go to https://www.trybooking.com/BXHLB Image above: 'Flitting, flirting & fishing', charcoal & ink on plywood, 43x123cm. A few places remaining for what is always a very gratifying workshop!   EXHIBITIONS The Bays Art Show I love this exhibition & will have 7 original works & numerous prints & cards available/ 19 Woy Woy Bay Rd, Woy Woy Bay NSW 2256, Australia Over 150 artworks from Central Coast Artists will be on display. When: Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th of Feb , 10am - 4pm. With an opening night on Friday the 11th of Feb 7.30pm- 10.00pm (ticketed) Weekend: Entry via gold coin donation and refreshments will be available. Opening night: Tickets are $20. This includes 1 free drink and nibbles. Bar available. Adults 18+ only. Tickets and general enquires: [email protected] Gwynneth on 0413 434 683 'My Precious', oil on plywood, 20x20cm, box framed. Available this weekend at The Bays Art Show. Exhibition: Australia's Got Talent Dates: - Sunday 20 February 2022 Darlington Install Project (DIP) [Window Gallery] 30 Golden Grove Street, Darlington NSW 2008 Art sales: https://www.intelligentanimal.com.au/ Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/5006854176061377?ref=newsfeed Intelligent animal and the Darlington Installation Project (DIP) present Australia’s Got Talent by Karen Bloomfield. Australia's Got Talent is a celebration of native birds and mammals. Karen Bloomfield finds great inspiration in their antics and personalities. She is also finds wonder in people who dedicate their time and energy to helping both wild and domesticated animals in need. For this exhibition Karen would like to support Maggie's Rescue, a collective organisation that rescues and rehomes companion animals. Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

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404 409 'Hong Kong Harbour Daze' Selected Finalist This years' Bluethumb Art Prize attracted 6,500 entries and was culled to 400 finalists. I am thrilled to be one of the finalists with my painting of the extraordinary Hong Kong Harbour that I visited for the first time during the demonstrations against the return to Chinese law. I allude to the general feeling toward the take-over in the title of this 100x100cm oil on canvas. Hit the link to unveil the incredible finalists and make sure to vote for your top 5 to go in the running to win one finalist piece valued up to $2,000. bluethumb.com.au/competitions/prize-2021/votes I’m so excited to be showcasing my latest works at @TheOtherArtFair Sydney this 2-5 December at The Cutaway, Barangaroo Reserve! Don’t miss out on a weekend full of amazing artworks, unique interactive programming features and art installations, music, food and drinks. Book your tickets https://toaf.com/sydneyartistinvite and use my code KBLODEC to receive a complimentary pair of Fri- Sun tickets until 28 November. Limited tickets available!     WORKSHOPS ARE BACK!  See below for what's on for the first half of 2022 and click to book your spot!     765 It's been a difficult year but hopefully that will just make 2022 better! 766 I look forward to seeing you soon. 767 Pictured below: 'Bondi afternoon', oil on linen panel, 50x50cm 768 Available at The Other Art Fair 769

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News from the Studio... Image above: 'Dan wouldn't wake so Mandy left for lunch...' Charcoal & ink on plywood, 44x124cm. Available $2,400 There's no words to describe 2020, so, instead, enjoy some artwork! 'Lola & Frankie both wanted the pink one' 100x100cm oil on canvas $4,900 See more available paintings here 'Australia's Got Talent' 44x124cm charcoal & ink on plywood $2,400 See more available drawings here 'Liquid Sky' oil on canvas 76x76cm $2,700 See more available industry/marine here 'Mesmerise' oil on canvas 100x100cm $2,900 See more available landscape/streetscapes here Recently SOLD works. Clockwise from top left: Blue poles, oil on canvas 76x76cm Linda struggled with school holidays, oil on canvas 100x100cm Fleeting, oil on plywood 20x20cm But he was quite the galah, charcoal, ink & conte on 300gsm cotton rag 45x45cm Sincerely wishing you and your loved ones a seriously RELAXING, SAFE & LOVING Christmas season and New Year xxxxxx View this email in your browser Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

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COME DO A DAY WORKSHOP AND JOIN IN THE FUN! Workshops are a great way to try a new medium, hone skills, make new friends & have 'ME' time. Our day usually runs 10am-4pm & participants always leave with great results & a big smile! Beginners to advanced, if improving your drawing skills appeals to you - come join the fun. CLICK ON THE IMAGES TO BOOK FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH  WORKSHOPS 'COLOUR IN YOUR LIFE' IN THE STUDIO! In December 2019 I was fortunate to be filmed for the 21st Season of 'Put Some Colour in Your Life'. Interviewed by the fabulous Graeme Stevenson & filmed by the bubbly and very talented Sophia Stacey, my Episode (S.21, Ep 3) has now been launched on YouTube & will soon be available through community TV around the world. Grab a cup of tea (coffee, wine...) and Click Here to view the 24 minute Episode Painting Australian Animals with Karen Bloomfield | Colour In Your Life WHAT'S ON & WHAT'S COMING UP I am pleased to have been selected for The Other Art Fair - Sydney! Australia's favourite independent artist showcase returns to Sydney to a spectacular location - The Cutaway at Barangaroo - March 19-22 2020. Celebrated for its unique visitor experience, The Other Art Fair Sydney will continue to delight and inspire art lovers with a tightly curated and distinctive program of fair features. Visit the website for tickets: https://www.saatchiart.com/theotherartfair/sydney-mar-2020 Stay tuned for more news! View this email in your browser Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

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What a BIG year 2019 has been! In a nutshell... 4 works shortlisted to National Art Prizes 1 Solo exhibition  3 National exhibitions  1 Award (more about that below) 12 charcoal & ink workshops  1 International Art Fair ......... What's next? 2020 of course!! Please join Katerina Apale & myself for the launch of our joint exhibition at M&J Becker Wines, Pokolbin on January 9. All details below. Exhibition runs daily January 4-19, 2020.   (RSVP by Jan 5 & attend the launch to be in the draw to win a signed, limited edition 50x50cm archival print of 'Sharon'. Winner announced at the launch.) I am excited to offer my first workshop of 2020 at the M&J Becker Cellar Door. Limited places: Book Here ASMA PRESIDENT'S MEDAL I was incredibly honoured to be presented with the 2019 Australian Society of Marine Artists President's Medal. Pictured between ASMA President, Stan Stefaniak (left) & ASMA Patron Sir James G Hardy KBE, OBE. "Karen has been awarded the 2019 President’s Medal for her paintings ‘Botany Fireflies’ and ‘The Sulphur Traders’. Karen’s great interest in painting the maritime industrial environment is evident in her wonderfully evocative portrayal of port scenes depicting a variety of vessels and related activities that attest to her understanding and dedication to marine art. Karen’s keen observation of ship construction and her well planned placement of these vessels and port infrastructure on canvas in an interesting manner, together with Karen’s strong tonal values and colour palette, create an arresting ‘tension’ in her paintings." - Stan Stefaniak, ASMA President. Pictured above from top left: Winner of the ASMA Presidents Medal 2019 - 'The Sulfur Traders', 76x76cm, oil on canvas Finalist, ANL Maritime Art Prize 2019 - 'Shiplife', 76x76cm, oil on canvas Finalist, Gosford Art Prize 2019 - 'The Anchormen', 100x100cm, oil on canvas Finalist, Hunters Hill Art Prize 2019 - 'The Big Wet', 100x100cm, oil on canvas To enquire about these works please contact me directly. Looking for a special stocking filler? These lovely calendars are available (21x28cm) with a different bird or Australian animal artwork featured for each month. Very limited supply at $30 each, so contact me quickly here. Now in its 20th season (!), I had the absolute pleasure of being filmed by the amazing Graeme Stevenson & his talented Director, Sophia Stacey. My episode will launch on the Colour In Your Life Youtube channel in January before being distributed to around 200 TV channels worldwide. And finally, keep an eye out for the December edition of Australian Artist Magazine where I've managed to be featured on pages 9 & 35. Wishing Everyone a wonderful, happy holiday season full of joy & art! Please be safe & look after each other & our beautiful wildlife. All the best, Karen Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

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What a BIG year 2019 has been! In a nutshell... 4 works shortlisted to National Art Prizes 1 Solo exhibition  3 National exhibitions  1 Award (more about that below) 12 charcoal & ink workshops  1 International Art Fair ......... What's next? 2020 of course!! Please join Katerina Apale & myself for the launch of our joint exhibition at M&J Becker Wines, Pokolbin on January 9. All details below. Exhibition runs daily January 4-19, 2020.   (RSVP by Jan 5 & attend the launch to be in the draw to win a signed, limited edition 50x50cm archival print of 'Sharon'. Winner announced at the launch.) I am excited to offer my first workshop of 2020 at the M&J Becker Cellar Door. Limited places: Book Here ASMA PRESIDENT'S MEDAL I was incredibly honoured to be presented with the 2019 Australian Society of Marine Artists President's Medal. Pictured between ASMA President, Stan Stefaniak (left) & ASMA Patron Sir James G Hardy KBE, OBE. "Karen has been awarded the 2019 President’s Medal for her paintings ‘Botany Fireflies’ and ‘The Sulphur Traders’. Karen’s great interest in painting the maritime industrial environment is evident in her wonderfully evocative portrayal of port scenes depicting a variety of vessels and related activities that attest to her understanding and dedication to marine art. Karen’s keen observation of ship construction and her well planned placement of these vessels and port infrastructure on canvas in an interesting manner, together with Karen’s strong tonal values and colour palette, create an arresting ‘tension’ in her paintings." - Stan Stefaniak, ASMA President. Pictured above from top left: Winner of the ASMA Presidents Medal 2019 - 'The Sulfur Traders', 76x76cm, oil on canvas Finalist, ANL Maritime Art Prize 2019 - 'Shiplife', 76x76cm, oil on canvas Finalist, Gosford Art Prize 2019 - 'The Anchormen', 100x100cm, oil on canvas Finalist, Hunters Hill Art Prize 2019 - 'The Big Wet', 100x100cm, oil on canvas To enquire about these works please contact me directly. Looking for a special stocking filler? These lovely calendars are available (21x28cm) with a different bird or Australian animal artwork featured for each month. Very limited supply at $30 each, so contact me quickly here. Now in its 20th season (!), I had the absolute pleasure of being filmed by the amazing Graeme Stevenson & his talented Director, Sophia Stacey. My episode will launch on the Colour In Your Life Youtube channel in January before being distributed to around 200 TV channels worldwide. And finally, keep an eye out for the December edition of Australian Artist Magazine where I've managed to be featured on pages 9 & 35. Wishing Everyone a wonderful, happy holiday season full of joy & art! Please be safe & look after each other & our beautiful wildlife. All the best, Karen Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|**|END:IF|*

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View this email in your browser 'The Industry of Us' comes to Newcastle Launching Saturday May 12, 4-6 pm, at CStudios Art Gallery, 738 Hunter St, Newcastle 'The Industry of Us' exhibition by sculptor Leasha Craig & myself, explores themes of living with industry and the industry of being human. Combining sculpture and Newcastle based oil paintings, this 25+ piece exhibition (including 7 new paintings & 1 new sculpture) runs through until June 2nd. Gallery inquiries: 02 40238927 or [email protected] SHORTLISTED WORKS I'm very excited to share that I have works selected to both the Blake Prize & the Hunters Hill Art Exhibition. Details below. The Blake Prize - FINALIST 'The Loss of Innocence' Oil on linen, 67x97cm Exhibition Dates: 12 May – 1 July 2018 Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre 1 Powerhouse Road, Casula NSW 2170 Hunters Hill Art Prize - FINALIST 'Depth of Beauty' Charcoal, ink & oil on plywood, 60x60cm Exhibition Dates: 11 - 20 May 2018 Hunters Hill Town Hall 22 Alexandra St Hunters Hill NSW 2110 'The Wildlife Artist in her native habitat', oil on canvas, 60x90cm. I created this portrait of fellow artist Kelly-Anne Love after visiting her at her studio during the lead up to the Archibald this year. She was working on her entry at the time & I was so taken with her crazy individuality which was reflected in both her style & studio space that I had to paint her! This portrait has been submitted for this years' Kilgour Portrait Prize. Fingers crossed! Charcoal & Ink Workshop, Caves Beach Saturday June 16, 2018 Inquiries to Leslie Duffin 0419 471 660 Finite Gallery 60 Caves Beach Rd Caves Beach NSW 2281 [email protected] Back at the Art Studios Cooperative! After a year on my own, I am pleased to be back amongst friends at North Gosford. Changes are currently underway to the Coop building but we are still working away in our Studio spaces at the rear of the building. Shortly we will be opening for monthly Studio Open Days where you can come visit, see works-in-progress, share a cup of tea & even buy some art! More about that later.... Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

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The Industry of Us - Launch Date Change! 'The Industry of Us', launch has been re-scheduled to Thursday, September 28, 6-8pm Please join us at the Art Studios Cooperative Gallery 391 Mann St, North Gosford for wine, nibbles and exciting new art from myself & artist/sculptor Leasha Craig. Black, White & You Charcoal & Ink Workshop Now confirmed for Sunday, October 8 (10am - 4pm) at ASC, North Gosford. Full details HERE Book your spot HERE VERY LIMITED PLACES (Max 8) 'Scale', oil on canvas, 122x122cm, (below left) has been selected as a Finalist for this years ANL Maritime Art Awards! The exhibition is open daily for public viewing from 6th – 27th October, 2017 at the historic seafarers’ centre at 717 Flinders Street, Docklands from 12 noon – 6pm. More exciting news: 'Spotto', oil on canvas, 100x100cm (pictured below), has been selected as a Finalist to this year's Gosford Art Prize! View the exciting exhibition @ Gosford Regional Gallery, September 23 - November 26 That's all my news for now! Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or art needs. Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

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View this email in your browser Yarramalong Art Show, September 9 & 10 I am thrilled to be a part of this wonderful show established in 2008 to aid in the up-keep of the 113 y.o. Yarramalong School of Arts Hall where the exhibition is held. Open 10am - 4pm, admission by gold coin. I will have 10 new works available including 'The Party Trick', charcoal & ink on ply. 60 x 180cm, pictured above. An upcoming joint exhibition with artist/sculptor, Leasha Craig, will be held at the Art Studios Gallery, North Gosford, from September 20 - October 8. Please join us for the launch if you can on Friday, September 22 from 6-8pm. (Image above left: 'Days of Future Past', oil on canvas, 100x100cm) Charcoal Workshops Black, White & You one day workshops are back by request! 3 x 1 day workshops, late September, October & November (dates to be confirmed) are being planned on the Central Coast (NSW). Numbers are very limited as I prefer a personal approach. If you are interested, keep an eye on the Workshop page of my website. Alternatively, email me at [email protected] for a brochure. Left: 'Mrs. Major Mitchell's Profile Pic', charcoal & ink on 600gsm archival paper. A huge thank you to Terry Earle & the Without Pier Gallery team in Cheltenham, VIC, for welcoming me into the stable this year. Currently the team are representing a number of my works including 'Desire VS Reality', 100x100cm, oil on canvas (pictured left). Terry, Liz & team are available Monday to Saturday 10.00am to 5.00pm & Sunday 12.00pm to 5.00pm 320 Bay Road, CHELTENHAM, 3192 Telephone 61 3 9583 7577 Mobile 61 0419 541 892 E-mail [email protected] Copyright © *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|* *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* Our mailing address is: *|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS_HTML|* *|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *|IF:REWARDS|* *|HTML:REWARDS|* *|END:IF|*

Yesterday I was advised that I had made the cut as a finalist in the regional art prize. As I am currently 3 weeks out from the launch of my 3rd solo exhibition and living in a bubble of excitement and anxiety, I took this news with an unusual sense of calm. Why unusual? Well, for starters, on average I would enter 8-10 competitions every year and have done so for the last 3 years. I spend approximately $500 p.a on entry costs alone. To date my work has been shortlisted twice and one of those I don't count as it was a bit of a 'turn up and you're in'. To top it off, if my work IS selected to show and happens to sell I will 'give' between 30-45% of the sale price to the organiser. If no sale, I am responsible for the collection (or freight) of my work home.

So why do artists continue to spend enormous amounts of time, money and energy seeking inclusion in competitions that more often than not leave them feeling rejected and somewhat poorer? VALIDATION. Selection tells me that I am OK. Think about it. Most artists work alone and the input they receive is usually from those closest to them. This input is highly valuable but can lack bias and that is where competitions and exhibitions come in. If my work sells - I am on the right path. If I am short-listed to competitions - I am on the right path. IF A STRANGER LIKES MY WORK - I MUST BE DOING SOMETHING RIGHT! Right? Well no. I learned a very long time ago (when working in the fashion industry) that even the fashion that I perceive as terrible sells to someone because everybody has different taste in, well, everything!

In my first year of Fine Art Studies, my very wise teacher asked us to make a list that we believed would be our individual benchmark for success as an artist. My own list was not shy with major competitions to win, solo exhibitions to achieve and $$ to make. But hearing some of my classmates far more down-to-earth expectations of themselves and their art practice brought me to the realisation that success is very much a matter of 'satisfaction'. If I am satisfied with selling one painting and contributing to one group show a year, and I achieve this, then I am successful!

Unfortunately for me (or should I say fortunately?) my goals are still set high and regardless of winning or not, being shortlisted to this years' Gosford Art Prize IS a win - I have won a few hours of VALIDATION, a prize we ALL need from time to time regardless of our career!