Testing a link to facebook- here's a pic of my latest work in progress.

I just thought I'd keep you posted about the Life drawing classes down at the new studio in Holmfirth. We're all settled in to our new classroom now which is nestled in amongst the studios of about a dozen other artists here at the Sculpture Lounge.

For ten sessions of drawing the nude from 6.30-8.30 every Thursday or Monday the cost is £125 including basic materials. Because there are two classes you have plenty of opportunities to catch up if you have to miss one or two sessions. I always feel it important to stress that no experience is required- I keep my classes small so I can individually attend to a student's needs. If you want to be left alone with occasional guidance, that's fine too!

The activities in the room can be quite varied- many people like to paint, use collage or other media. You can be directed or take your own approach- some enjoy portraiture or may focus on details, others like to develop a style or take a rigorously academic stance. These classes are booking for an immediate start and there will be some interruptions to the timetable through summer as I will be teaching some intensive masterclasses, including my Tuscan painting class. If you think you might be able to make it but aren't sure about the dates, don't hesitate to get in touch:

jamiefrost@me.com
07842111688

Father's Day den building.

Lovely den building project with family groups as part of Holmfirth arts festival. The festival is on all week. You should check it out.

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iPad drawing

Back to blogging. Here's an iPad sketch made very quickly in the life class today.


I'm very impressed with the software which is called inspire pro. Hopefully they'll send me a t-shirt now I've mentioned them.

Sketch

Squeezing the art making in between packing boxes for the studio move and working on prep for a whole host of commissions and exhibitions at the moment. Heres a portrait from last week.

Just a reminder about the life drawing day I've got arranged 

-we're about half full but there are still plenty of places.

A couple of sculptures I've been working on today- a draped figure with two halves of a globe, for a private client. This idea has been worked up from the client's concepts. This maquette has been made to get accurate quotes from bronze foundries for casting roughly half life size.

Also, three views of my ongoing 'Rape of a Sabine' cover version, possibly to cast in bronze for the gallery market.

I've arranged a full day of Life drawing at my new project space in Bradford/Leeds. It's an excellent opportunity for professionals and amateurs alike, the dab hand project space will host a full day (9-5 including breaks) of life drawing, painting and sculpture in October. 

There will be two models (1 male, 1 female) in two separate set-ups. Artists will be free to move between the ‘sets’ as they see fit. There will be one pose all day from each model and it is untutored, so this is primarily an opportunity to make sustained studies. Price for the full day is £35, including tea and coffee. Artists are welcome to bring their own lunch or take advantage of local eateries- there will be a 45 minute lunch break.

Please click the link to find out more. I look forward to hearing from you,

Jamie

http://www.dabhandstudios.co.uk/Life_drawing_day.html

http://www.dabhandstudios.co.uk/Rube_Goldberg_spectacular.html

I've set a date for the Rube Goldberg Spectacular at the Dab Hand Project Space. Check it out- come and have a go if you fancy it.

Here's the result of today's final sitting with J.

I'm looking for a new muse now...

...any offers?

I hope you've had a really great summer. Here at the studio it's 'back to school' time. All the usual classes will be running, most starting in the first week of September. If you would like to place a booking please could you reply this week as I have just arranged a last minute break over the week beginning 27th September. 

I have included start dates below. If you are unfamiliar with a class or would like to know more please don't hesitate to get in touch or look at my website: http://www.dabhandstudios.co.uk

Also take note that the sculpture classes have changed structure slightly due to the slightly more 'workshop' nature of the subject, making the studio time more flexible.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Life drawing

Thursday sessions (6.30-8.30) will recommence 6th Sept, 10weeks for £125

Monday sessions (6.30-8.30) will recommence 17th Sept,10 weeks for £125 FULLY BOOKED

Painting and drawing for adults

Saturday morning (10-12) will recommence 8th September, 10 weeks for £125

Painting and drawing for youngsters

Older kids/ teens (1-2 pm) recommence 8th September, 6 weeks for £45

Younger kids (3-4 pm) recommence 8th September, 6 weeks for £45

Sculpture sessions

The studio will be open from 12.30-8.30pm every Wednesday. Students can purchase a ticket for twenty hours studio tuition to use at their convenience for £160. Those who wish can buy a ticket with a ten week expiry date for the discounted price of £150. New students be assured you will receive one-to-one help and advice until your project and confidence develop beyond the need for it!

I look forward to hearing from you,

Regards,

Jamie

Big friendly dreams

A local school came to the studio for their annual art adventure. They have a literacy project involving the BFG so we made dreams in jars. On Thursday we will be making a big inflatable giant.

exhibition

I've got seven pieces of sculpture in this exhibition. The preview is from 6.30 on friday. It would be fantastic if you could make it.

Bronzes

I have now taken delivery of my first two bronze figures. Cast in limited editions of ten these can be bought at any of my exhibitions or by getting in touch.

I have separated out my art work from all the other stuff I get involved in. My work can still be found at
http://www.jamiefrost.com/jamie_frost/fine_art_home.html on a newly designed site with new artworks added.

All the other stuff is at: http://www.dabhandprojects.co.uk/Home.html. There is now a dedicated page for the project space on this site with more pictures and details- please take a look.

Thanks

I really should share the outcomes of my classes more often. Look at what one of the sculpture students made.

On the turn

Today I had the second day of a three day school workshop- more on this tomorrow.

I also found out that my bronzes would be ready for Holmfirth artweek (I should have had more faith in the foundry). The wood turner couldn't make me any bases at short notice so it was up to me. Nipped into town after the workshop and found a nice bit of walnut (relatively)cheap as it was bent like a banana. I went back to the studio with it, uncovered the lathe from where it had been buried two or more years ago, cleared a bench, assembled the blooming' thing and managed by some stroke of good fortune to make two very pleasing bases without major incident.






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Dab Hand Project Space

I have been given charge of a fantastic building, with the aim of making it an exciting space for creative people to use however they see fit. The economy is ruined and it means that buildings like this one in Leeds/Bradford area are suddenly most definitely in budget for people like us. If you have a need for some space, or know anyone who might, please ask them to get in touch. Possible uses are as artists studios, rehearsal and/or performance space, conference centre for the arts, you tell me what you want to do and we'll make it happen. Short or long term, as little or as much space as you require. Details follow the images.

A former luxury sports car showroom, the main space is around 11000 sqft, fronted by a 40ft high wall of glass. At the rear two staircases and a lift lead to the mezzanine, with glass-fronted conference rooms and two large open spaces on the mezzanine itself. Beneath the mezzanine are further glass-fronted rooms, ample toilet facilities and a professional kitchen (should you wish to stage a catered event). Also on the ground floor is a canteen-style bar and a reception area. Throughout the floor of the main space there are recessed power points.

The project space is situated between Bradford and Leeds, at the end of the Harrogate road.


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Art Market demo

I spent yesterday demonstrating my very large drawing at the Art Market in Holmfirth. I usually do this on the floor so it was a little strange (and tiring) using a ladder. I've got a few of these to make for an exhibition in October, so I'll make use of all the space I've been given charge of in Bradford- the Dab hand project Space, to spread things out and stand well back.
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I carved this book recently for a local school. They will use it to pass along a line of pupils formed between the school and church, once a year.