American artist, Lynne Haines, a friend of Don Maier and member of his 'Plein Air Artists' website, writes: "I have a lake cabin on Lake Roosevelt and I organize a plein air artist retreat annually www.pleinairartistretreat.com - Don Maier and Nikolai Kraneis have each stayed and painted at www.lincolnlakecabin.com. The only way I could afford to plein air with you guys in Ireland is if someone trades me accommodation. Put me up and I'll put you up. Any takers?"
Whether or not you are in a position to take up Lynne's offer to visit her artist's retreat home in the USA, she seems an enthusiastic and genuine person who would love to visit.
Anyone free to show Lynne some Wexford hospitality during Art in the Open 2013?
I will be in Co Wexford for the AITO event and will be staying on for a number of weeks. I would love to join up with the SEPA for one of your paint outs. Who do I contact when I arrive in Ireland?
Anything to do with SEPA will be posted on these pages, so you are in the right place. When you get to Wexford, perhaps call in to Spectrum Art shop, which acts as a sort of unofficial HQ and you will be pointed in the right direction.
Hi everyone. I have a portrait session lined up in the studio for next Sunday, but wouldn't mind a Paintout on Saturday, somewhere close..If anyone's interested, how about The Burrow in Rosslare Strand..or elsewhere ? ?
How about a bit of fun, come to Ferns Gathering on Saturday the 8th June, lots to paint. You can dress in the 16th century costume, check www.fernsvillage.ie for patterns if you wish to make a authentic Gaelic Tunic. Old curtain material would be great. Or you can purchase a costume, email: dpcodd@hotmail.com Their is a Medieval Fair on the Castle Green from 3-8.30. and lots more.
That sounds like craic Rita. I'd certainly be up for it....maybe we could all go as "The Plein Air Crusade"..... although the torture chamber may still be in working order in the Castle..I'd better remember to count the numbers when we leave..:)
Fethard has been suggested for Sunday...there's a 10km run/walk on from Hook Lighthouse for MS, arriving in Fethard @ 2pm. There's plenty to paint there with Fethard Harbour, Village, Baginbun or Hook whichever suits ..Any takers ?
Sasta Festival takes place on Wexford Quay this Saturday and Sunday. Carousels, puppet show, music and colourful funfair atmosphere and SEPA are invited to come along and help capture it. Sasta is organised by impresario Barry Enniscorthy, a good friend of Art on the Open and he'll be very pleased to see us there on either day.
We have lost a good friend and a wonderful artist, Hazel Cronan, her funeral is on Saturday the 8th in Dublin. Hazel was well known in Wexford for her work in the Art in the Open, she never missed a w/s at the Corn loft Studio over the last 10 years. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by all her artist friends. Thanks for your friendship Hazel. R.I.P.
Thanks for letting me know Karen, not sure if I can make it this week although I really did enjoy my maiden voyage last Sunday. Even the rain didn't cast a shadow on my day of fun. It was lovely to meet you and the other artists. :)
Heading to west Ireland? After the event I plan to kick around in this part of Ireland, Dingle, Kilarney, etc., for a few days of painting. I am open to any suggestions such as where to stay. Places that are a must see/paint. Or joining anyone headed that way. I will be flying out of Shannon.
Or Karen, we could all go up to the RDS on Sunday 14th to support you in the Dublin heat of the Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year? http://skyarts.sky.com/portrait/dublin
Hi Lynda, your welcome to join. Lets see if there is anyone else headed that way. Or that may have other suggestions for areas to visit. I have made no plans and am flexible. I have rented a car for 4 days and am a little nervous about driving on the wrong side. The drop off fee is huge. I think I could pay for someones gasoline for a couple of weeks just with the drop off fee.
We'll give you a few pointers when you get here Billy..Some lovely little gems around Co. Wexford, Co. Kilkenny, Copper Coast in Waterford would be along your way to the West..perhaps The Village of Ring, which is a Gaelteacht Area in the South East (Irish Speaking). ...
Lynda, The drop off fee is right at 150 euros. It is an extra charge for picking up the car in one location and dropping it off in another. I'm thinking of taking the bus to the Shanon airport and renting the car there.
Billyo, I would love to dive it back to dublin for you. Is that possible. Wht is your perfect locutions?
Also, my so (40 years old ) needs a bus to Shannon around the 9th and can't figure out the route. We should talk at the AITO event.
I am planing on heading to Shannon on Bus Eireann. The rate is very reasonable 17 Euros. My car rental for the 4 days will cost less then the drop off fee.
Car rental for 4 days from the port just south of including everything is right at 500 euros. My car rental from Shannon and returning it to Shannon is only 130 Euros.
Some have mentioned Bargy Castle for the weekend (which appears to be postponed in the list above) while others are heading to Duckett's Grove, Carlow. Blinded by all this sun, are we in need of a bugler to call Assembly?
Just heading to the Copper Coast, Waterford with Micheal R. ...starting at Annestown if anyone with wheels would like to join us...? give me a buzz 0879335456
Ann Cahill
Pressed the wrong thing didn't mean to send just then. Looks like I'm being
abrupt. Was going to say but I don't have a very posh car!!
Apr 14, 2013
Plein Eire Administrator
American artist, Lynne Haines, a friend of Don Maier and member of his 'Plein Air Artists' website, writes:
"I have a lake cabin on Lake Roosevelt and I organize a plein air artist retreat annually www.pleinairartistretreat.com - Don Maier and Nikolai Kraneis have each stayed and painted at www.lincolnlakecabin.com. The only way I could afford to plein air with you guys in Ireland is if someone trades me accommodation. Put me up and I'll put you up. Any takers?"
Whether or not you are in a position to take up Lynne's offer to visit her artist's retreat home in the USA, she seems an enthusiastic and genuine person who would love to visit.
Anyone free to show Lynne some Wexford hospitality during Art in the Open 2013?
Apr 16, 2013
Louise Treacy
Apr 16, 2013
Plein Eire Administrator
Contact Lynne via her own website or via Plein air Artists.
Apr 17, 2013
Karen Scannell
We have Bargy Castle penciled in for July 7th
Apr 18, 2013
Lynda Moore
Apr 18, 2013
Plein Eire Administrator
Hi Lynda,
Anything to do with SEPA will be posted on these pages, so you are in the right place. When you get to Wexford, perhaps call in to Spectrum Art shop, which acts as a sort of unofficial HQ and you will be pointed in the right direction.
Apr 18, 2013
Karen Scannell
Hi everyone. I have a portrait session lined up in the studio for next Sunday, but wouldn't mind a Paintout on Saturday, somewhere close..If anyone's interested, how about The Burrow in Rosslare Strand..or elsewhere ? ?
Apr 30, 2013
Lize Human
Anyone interested in a Paintout on Monday, bank holiday?
May 1, 2013
Michael McGuire
Monday would suit me better too. And it looks promising weatherwise.
May 1, 2013
Karen Scannell
o.k we'll do Monday at Rosslare Strand if that's o.k..meet at the carpark, and we'll have the option of the Burrow also..beautiful spot
May 1, 2013
Michael McGuire
What time, Karen?
May 1, 2013
Karen Scannell
just putting up the details now Micheal..boy your fast..sure you weren't doing 70??
May 1, 2013
Michael McGuire
When I'm wired, I drive like a rocket!
May 1, 2013
Karen Scannell
too many teas...I'll have to ration in future....:))
May 1, 2013
Karen Scannell
Sorry Folks I think I typed the date incorrectly in the invite I just posted..It's MONDAY the 6th of May for our next paintout .......
May 1, 2013
Tony Robinson
Sounds good.
May 1, 2013
Rita Lett
How about a bit of fun, come to Ferns Gathering on Saturday the 8th June, lots to paint. You can dress in the 16th century costume, check www.fernsvillage.ie for patterns if you wish to make a authentic Gaelic Tunic. Old curtain material would be great. Or you can purchase a costume, email: dpcodd@hotmail.com Their is a Medieval Fair on the Castle Green from 3-8.30. and lots more.
Its all about having fun. See you their. Rita
May 10, 2013
Karen Scannell
That sounds like craic Rita. I'd certainly be up for it....maybe we could all go as "The Plein Air Crusade"..... although the torture chamber may still be in working order in the Castle..I'd better remember to count the numbers when we leave..:)
May 18, 2013
Karen Scannell
Anyone thinking of going anywhere this Sunday ?
May 24, 2013
Karen Scannell
Fethard has been suggested for Sunday...there's a 10km run/walk on from Hook Lighthouse for MS, arriving in Fethard @ 2pm. There's plenty to paint there with Fethard Harbour, Village, Baginbun or Hook whichever suits ..Any takers ?
May 24, 2013
Terence Gillespie
Karen, Very sorry I won't be able to make anywhere this Sunday.
However I am suffering severe plein-air withdrawal symptoms and need a group paint-out "fix" soon to re-establish something akin to sanity.
May 24, 2013
Karen Scannell
Apologies for the short notice Terry, see you out and about soon !
May 24, 2013
Michael McGuire
Forecast sounds like it might be wet, Karen. I'll decide in the morning.
May 25, 2013
Plein Eire Administrator
May 27, 2013
Rita Lett
We have lost a good friend and a wonderful artist, Hazel Cronan, her funeral is on Saturday the 8th in Dublin. Hazel was well known in Wexford for her work in the Art in the Open, she never missed a w/s at the Corn loft Studio over the last 10 years. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by all her artist friends. Thanks for your friendship Hazel. R.I.P.
Jun 6, 2013
Karen Scannell
Very sorry to hear of Hazel's death, Rita. RIP
Jun 6, 2013
Karen Scannell
Outdoor figure/ portrait session with Anuta tomorrow @ The Swallowsnest...let me know if you'd like to attend ? €15
Jun 8, 2013
Karen Scannell
John Barry Festival on Wexford Quays next Sunday...anyone interested in attending?
Jun 18, 2013
Mary Somers
Thanks for letting me know Karen, not sure if I can make it this week although I really did enjoy my maiden voyage last Sunday. Even the rain didn't cast a shadow on my day of fun. It was lovely to meet you and the other artists. :)
Jun 18, 2013
Karen Scannell
Hi Mary. Lovely to meet you too last Sunday..you truley got Christened on your first paintout :)
I hope you've been "bitten by the bug", and hope we'll meet again at another paintout !
Jun 22, 2013
Lynda Moore
Jul 6, 2013
Kevin Freeney
Tintern tomorrow, yeah count me in, for the morning anyway!
Jul 6, 2013
Karen Scannell
Kilmore Quay this Sunday ?
Jul 9, 2013
Lynne Mac Chonnchradha
Sounds cooool. See you there!
Jul 9, 2013
Michael McGuire
Sounds great. Count me in!
Jul 10, 2013
Billyo O'Donnell
Heading to west Ireland? After the event I plan to kick around in this part of Ireland, Dingle, Kilarney, etc., for a few days of painting. I am open to any suggestions such as where to stay. Places that are a must see/paint. Or joining anyone headed that way. I will be flying out of Shannon.
Jul 10, 2013
Lynda Moore
Jul 10, 2013
Kevin Freeney
Jul 10, 2013
Billyo O'Donnell
Hi Lynda, your welcome to join. Lets see if there is anyone else headed that way. Or that may have other suggestions for areas to visit. I have made no plans and am flexible. I have rented a car for 4 days and am a little nervous about driving on the wrong side. The drop off fee is huge. I think I could pay for someones gasoline for a couple of weeks just with the drop off fee.
Jul 10, 2013
Lynda Moore
Jul 10, 2013
Karen Scannell
We'll give you a few pointers when you get here Billy..Some lovely little gems around Co. Wexford, Co. Kilkenny, Copper Coast in Waterford would be along your way to the West..perhaps The Village of Ring, which is a Gaelteacht Area in the South East (Irish Speaking). ...
Jul 11, 2013
Billyo O'Donnell
Lynda, The drop off fee is right at 150 euros. It is an extra charge for picking up the car in one location and dropping it off in another. I'm thinking of taking the bus to the Shanon airport and renting the car there.
Jul 13, 2013
Lynda Moore
Also, my so (40 years old ) needs a bus to Shannon around the 9th and can't figure out the route. We should talk at the AITO event.
Jul 13, 2013
Billyo O'Donnell
I am planing on heading to Shannon on Bus Eireann. The rate is very reasonable 17 Euros. My car rental for the 4 days will cost less then the drop off fee.
Jul 13, 2013
Billyo O'Donnell
Car rental for 4 days from the port just south of including everything is right at 500 euros. My car rental from Shannon and returning it to Shannon is only 130 Euros.
Jul 13, 2013
Lynne Mac Chonnchradha
Is Carne Beach where the pier is? (The fishing poles just went into the boot of the car, right next to my painting gear.)
Jul 16, 2013
Plein Eire Administrator
Yes, Lynne. It is.
Jul 16, 2013
Plein Eire Administrator
Some have mentioned Bargy Castle for the weekend (which appears to be postponed in the list above) while others are heading to Duckett's Grove, Carlow. Blinded by all this sun, are we in need of a bugler to call Assembly?
Jul 18, 2013
Karen Scannell
Just heading to the Copper Coast, Waterford with Micheal R. ...starting at Annestown if anyone with wheels would like to join us...? give me a buzz 0879335456
Jul 28, 2013