Tunnel Hill Paint Out

We'll be painting both days at the annual "Battle of Tunnel Hill" --- and you're invited to join us!(WE are the members of the Art Alliance of North Georgia)
Two tents are already set up for the artists - one is for display of artwork done onsite and the other is a base of operations.
There is no participation fee except for the $5 main gate entry.
The Tunnel Hill Historical Foundation has graciously allowed us to set up (FREE) - so we're asking each artist to make a donation to the THHF. This can be a percentage of any artwork sales or another amount determined by each artist.
For more information, please contact beejw@charter.net
or call 706-270-1626.

painting at Red Clay Park

I've made arrangements for artists who'd like to paint at Red Clay Park this weekend, August 7th & 8th, during the Cherokee Days of Recognition. Saturday the park opens at 10:00am and Sunday at 11:00am. However, we have permission to get there early to paint before the heat gets...too HOT. For MapQuest and GPS, the address is 1140 Red Clay Park Rd., Cleveland TN 37311.

This site has more information about the event. There is no entry fee to the park. But they suggest a $5 parking donation.
http://www.tn.gov/environment/parks/RedClay/

If we get there earlier than 10:00am, some of the Native American participants won't be in their regalia (Native dress), but there are still lot of things to paint before 10:00. After 10:00, there are lots of things going on. There will be food vendors, restrooms, etc. And we can always wade in the Blue Hole creek to cool off.

Even if you choose not to paint, it's a great event to attend. Bring your camera for lots of good photos. One bit of courtesy to keep in mind...before photographing any Native American INDIVIDUAL, you should ask their permission first. Photographing a group of Native Americans is OK, but it's always polite to get permission beforehand. Photography of some of the ceremonial dancing isn't permitted, but the announcer will let you know when photos cannot be taken.

Hope to see you there on Saturday morning. If you have any questions, please let me know.
BJ
beejw@charter.net
706-270-1626

Saturday, June 19

I painted at the Dalton (GA) Saturday Market last week. It's a small pocket park beside the courthouse where the Saturday Market is now happening every Saturday through September. You just show up around 7:30am. The spaces are first come/first served. If you're selling anything, the fee is $10.