We are a group of women and artists who have been putting our “artistic needs” on hold to attend to our family and work duties, but who have also never forgotten who we really are at heart.  We are now ready to reclaim our artist status and are looking for others who feel they belong to this category to join our group.

Desperate Artwives aims to be a starting point and a common platform to gather artists and artwork that will make our project unique.  We are looking for work that is entirely created at home, in between chores, family and paying bills. 

I am thrilled to have some of my Plant and Camouflage Fish paintings selected for inclusion on their website.  Click on the gallery page to find my work.  Then make sure you view it using the very  cool slideshow function:  http://www.desperateartwives.com

Eventually from those selected a number of participants will have their work featured in a show in London.  Fingers-crossed that I’m one of them!

Kathleen Benton

Other Publications Highlighting the Desperate Artwives project:

Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/desperateartwives/ 

Business Plus Baby:  http://businessplusbaby.com/2011/12/01/desperate-artwives-mothers-who-create-art-behind-closed-doors/

Family Friendly Working:  http://www.familyfriendlyworking.co.uk/2011/11/27/new-project-desperate-artwives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-project-desperate-artwives

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As stated on its website:

Direct Art was founded in 1996 and has emerged in the last decade as a leading alternative fine art magazine. The concept of Direct Art is to provide a direct connection between the artist and the public. The commentary in the magazine is written by the artists themselves, unfiltered by critical and/or curatorial analysis. In their own voice artists talk about their own work in a sincere and direct manner. The artists for each issue are selected annually from an international talent search. The unique stylistic vision of Direct Art sets it apart from traditional art magazines. Because of its uniqueness, Direct Art appeals to a wide audience. Artists, collectors, gallery owners and ordinary folks who love pictures are all lured to the colorful creativity of Direct Art.

Direct Art is published annually by SlowArt Productions and is released in the fall of each year. It is distributed by COMAG Marketing Group, the same distributors of Art News and Art in America, to fine book and magazine stores across America, including Barnes and Noble and Borders Books and Music. Additional copies are distributed to New York City galleries, museums and specialty book stores.

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To obtain a copy or for more information:  http://www.slowart.com/about.htm

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Blue Door will present “Show & Tell 3″,  an exhibition of artist’s works with scheduled demonstrations by each participating artist.  The opening reception is Sunday, May 29, 12-1 pm.  The exhibit was curated by Luis Perelman.  Included artists are Sally Aldrich, David Barnett, Kathleen Benton, Kaya Deckelbaum, Anne Bobroff-Hajal, Donna Faranda, Vernon Ford, Randy Frost, Ned Harris, David Licata, Diane Pratt, Lily Schor, Leslie Miller, and Kathy Yacoe.

Demonstrations will be given for five consecutive Sundays. The schedule is noted below. My demonstration will be on the last Sunday, June 26th at 2 pm.  “Art Framing Basics:  Protect and Enhance Your Investments and Heirlooms” is my chosen topic.  I will give guidelines for framing both paintings and works on paper which can help inform decisions when working with a professional framer.

 May 29

• 1:00: Kaya Deckelbaum- Wire-Mesh Molding & Sculpting
• 2:00: Ned Harris- Whisical Digital Photography with Found Objects
• 3:00: Lily Schor- Ceramic Sculpture Demonstration: Making 3-D Figures

June 5

• 1:00: Donna Faranda- Pointillism:  A Look at Color and Composition
• 2:00: Vernon Ford- 18th Century Tinsmithing with Customized Digital Pictures
• 3:00: Randy Frost- Machine Applique & Stitching for Textural Effects

June 12

• 1:00: Diane Pratt- Introduction to Jewelry Making and Wire Wrapping
• 2:00: David Barnett- Mixed Media/Soldering & Strategic Packing of Delicate Artwork

June 19

• 1:00: Leslie Miller & Kathy Yacoe- Assemblage:  Giving Found Objects a New Life
• 3:00: David Licata- Glass Torching Demonstartion:  Organic Tree and Flower

June 26

• 1:00: Sally Aldrich- Build a Ceramic Creature:  Hollow Sculptures & Secure Attachments
• 2:00: Kathleen Benton- Art Framing Basics:  Protect & Enhance Your Investments and Heirlooms
• 3:00: Anne Dobroff-Hajal- Satircal Icons of Russia in Triptych: A  Complex History & Artistic Process

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Arte Natura – Works Inspired by The Natural World

Limner Gallery, Hudson, NY,  May 5 – 28, 2011

My painting is included in Limner Gallery’s exhibition Arte Natura during the month of May. The artwork included in the show covers a wide range of subject matter and approaches in consideration of the natural world.

Limner Gallery is located in Hudson, NY, a quaint town on the Hudson River whose most famous former resident is the great painter Frederick Church. With lots of scenic river views, Olana, Church’s marvelous home on the Hudson is a must-see. The town of Hudson boasts many galleries and interesting restaurants so the jaunt to Hudson will be worth the trip. See you there for the opening reception on Saturday? (We’re bringing the dogs, naturally!)

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Photos from the opening reception

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A reception will be held at the Brooklyn Art Library on Saturday, February 19th from 12:00-10:00pm (refreshments starting at 7:00pm).  I will be attending and hope to see you there!

Each participant was required to choose a theme from a list provided by Art House Co-op.  My selection was Lights in the Distance.  I based my pencil and ink sketches on photographs of the architecture of Italy and France.  A total of 38 drawings were created in this sketchbook.  Each drawing is available as a giclée print.  If you are interested in purchasing any of these drawings as a print all you need to do is contact me.

Kathleen Benton

Lights in the Distance:  Italy & France

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Review Links for The Sketchbook Project 2011

Flavorwire:  Daily Dose Pick: Art House Co-Op–

http://flavorwire.com/150368/daily-dose-pick-art-house-co-op

New York Magazine: A Really Big Show–

http://nymag.com/arts/art/features/sketchbook-art-2011-3/

FCI Fujisankei (Japanese TV)–

http://www.fujisankei.com/video_library/trend/sketchbook.html

Cool Hunting (Innovations in design, technology, art and culture):  Culture – The Sketchbook Project

htttp://www.coolhunting.com/culture/art-house-the-s.php

Jamie Peeps:  Sketchbook Project Comes to Town

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