DFAAnews
May 2025
The Dunwoody Fine Art Association (DFAA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to:
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Promote fine art in the Dunwoody, GA area
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Encourage its artists to exhibit their art
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Support each other in their creativity and self-expression through lectures, critiques, workshops and exhibits
THOUGHT OF THE MONTH
“Life obliges me to do something, so I paint.” Rene Magritte
Direct inquiries to the DFAAnews editor:
Susan Gallo suegallo@comcast.net
Deadline for news items - 15th of each month
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IMPORTANT DATES
May 7 - Spring Luncheon, 11:30
May 14 - Board Meeting, 10:00
May 21 - Open Paint/Create, 11:00 - 3
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PRESIDENT'S LETTER
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” -- Pablo Picasso
Dear DFAA Members,
It is time to celebrate the close of the first year of the 2024-2026 biennium. We have accomplished a lot this year with great meeting attendance and our meeting programs have been interesting and educational. We had a successful workshop with Sharon Weiss on the use of watercolor pencils and we have another workshop coming up in July on Wednesdays 7/23 & 7/30 by Susan Krause on 2 & 3 dimensional sculpture. Information is posted in the eblast and our newsletter.
And, it is time to get together to share with each other our joy for the art that we create and our May Meeting Luncheon. Don’t forget our DFAA Luncheon at Tim’s home Wednesday, May 7 @ 11:00. Check the eblast for more information. Hope to see you all there.
The quote above spoke to me. When I paint I find myself in a zone where I can listen to the birds singing their songs, hear the leaves rustling in the wind and the squirrels and chip monks chattering away. The strains of every day issues fading away and my mind and body relaxing as each paint stroke hits the canvas. I step back and am amazed at what I see. Sometimes, I also step back and think, “well I guess I will just paint over that”. And that is okay, too. I was able to escape for a while from “the dust of everyday life”.
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​Enjoy your summer and your ART.
Barbara and Lynne - President and Co-President DFAA
UPCOMING EVENTS
Paint Like Monet with Sharon Weiss
Sharon Weiss will be presenting a Paint Like Monet workshop at Spruill Center for the Arts.
DFAA member Sharon Weiss will be hosting this workshop on Saturday, May 3. Save $20.00 with a Spruill Center for the Arts Membership - New and Renewal. Work in oils, acrylics, pastel, watercolors or watercolor pencil.
Course Number: 252PTPM010
Meets: Saturday May 3 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fee: $160.00
Spring Luncheon May 7th, 11:30
Tim Minton has again graciously offered his home as the site of our spring luncheon. Thank you Tim and Stacia!
We will be having a salad and dessert potluck.
Members are asked to bring their favorite salad or dessert, of any variety, to share. DFAA will supply drinks, rolls, plates and utensils.
You should have received an email which allows you to sign up. If you have not received the email, please contact Linda Brown at brwnlndl@gmail.com, and she will send you a copy of the email with a link to SignUpGenius.
Thanks to Linda for setting this up.
Thank you in advance for your participation. Hope to see you all on May 7th. Tim's address is available in our directory and has been published in an upcoming eBlast.
Relief Sculpture Workshop with Susan Krause
RELIEF SCULPTURE: The Magical Bridge Between 2D and 3D July 23 & 30 11-4pm
In this two-day clay workshop students will explore the relationship between 2-D and 3-D by creating a relief sculpture integrating both principles over the duration of the workshop. Drawing, painting, modeling and carving techniques will be explored as well as faux finishing applications upon completion. Students will have the option of creating a faux metal final surface or they may opt for a full chroma painted surface based on their own interests and style. All levels welcome.
Full lunch included and all materials & tools supplied. Complex painting options may require participants to bring their own desired paint. $85
For more info... bluemerlestudios00@gmail.com
Dunwoody Relief
Sculpture
Workshop Info
EXHIBITIONS
Sights & Insights, July 2025 Cancelled
We would like to focus on the following to plan for a successful Sights & Insights exhibit at a future time:
1. Suggestions for a new venue
2. New Co-chairs to lead — with a lot of help from Donna and Joan. They have done all the planning.
3. The date will be selected by the new Co-chairs and the new venue.
EXHIBIT CHANGEOUT DATES
Dunwoody Library - Mid Sept TBD
Chupitos - TBD
Sandy Springs Library - If accepted: June 3, 11: - 1:00
Shallowford Annex - Sept 3, after meeting
Sandy Springs Library June - July Exhibit
The Sandy Springs Summer Exhibit will run during June and July. This year’s theme is “Color Our World.”
Submissions will be through email closing May 12. View the attached prospectus for entry process. Please note requirements, submission dates, and intake and take down dates outlined in the prospectus.
Contact Donna Fitzwater for any questions at:
caesura205@yahoo.com
Color Our World
Prospectus
ARTISTS CORNER
Thanks to Beatriz Maliszewski
We enjoyed hearing from Beatriz as our presenter in April.
Planning Ahead
Julie Marshall will need 6 volunteers to help with Fine Art Month next fall. She plans to start working ahead of time to get everything in place. Please contact Julie if you are interested in helping. marshallgator@comcast.net
Susan Proctor recently sold this painting titled "Dos Amigos".
SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER!!!
DFAA LEADERSHIP TEAM 2024 - 2026
DFAA Officers
President: Barbara Riordan
Co - President: Lynne Joffe
1st Vice President: Joan Monroe, Programs​
2nd Vice President: Traci Kruger, Membership
Secretary: Harriette Perlstein
Treasurer: Karen Peay
DFAA Committee Chairpersons
Barn Paint Days: Janette Worley
EBlast Communications: Jenny Kalmin
Hospitality: TBD
Membership: Traci Kruger
Newsletter Editor: Susan Gallo
Online Directory: Traci Kruger
Parliamentarian: TBD
Programs & Workshops: Joan Monroe
Printed Brochure: Tim Minton
Publicity: Sharon Weiss
Social Media: Traci Kruger
Webmaster: Susan Gallo
Exhibit Chairpersons
Art in the Park: TBD
Best of the Best: Janette Worley
Dunwoody Library Hall: Joan Monroe
Dunwoody Fine Art Month: Julie Marshall
Sandy Springs Library Gallery: Donna Fitzwater
Sights & Insights: TBD
Shallowford Annex: Joan Monroe
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