Marilee won 3rd place in the Drawing/Pastel division of the Super Pet Portrait Contest for her rendition of “Meemos” our first family dog she adopted from the Avon Lady in Iowa, who was a basset and sheep dog mix. Jack won 1st place on “Balboa Reflections at Sunset” in the Acrylic water scape division in the Fine Art competition. He also won a 2nd place award in the mixed media division for his painting of “Chehalis” our feral cat. Natasha won People’s Choice Award on June 30th for “Folklorico in River Village” — which was commemorating the beautiful Traditional Mexican dancing that was performed in Fallbrook at the Avocado Festival. Natasha had a music student, Lucia, who performed in the Esperanza Ballet Folklorico Troop for 2 years, and her teacher, Soleme, is featured in this painting. Our housekeeper, Marisol, was also part of that colorful chapter as she danced in the Citlali Folklorico. Natasha placed the dancers in the heart of River Village, Bonsall, where she now plays piano at Peking Wok on Friday nights from 5-8 PM. Jack’s other works that were juried into the Fine Art were “Santa Margarita River at Sunset” and “El Gallo” (rooster), which was chosen for the garden exhibit, and an artist created a floral arrangement inspired by his painting. Natasha also exhibited “Natasha Composing with Havi Shanti” and “Wilt Road in Autumn".
Natasha Ragland Exhibits Art Work at Georgina Cole Library, Carlsbad
Award-Winning Artist Natasha Ragland will have an exhibit of original paintings entitled “Visions of Joy” at the Georgina Cole Library 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad from August 29 - Nov. 1. Natasha has created a large body of work featuring fanciful scenes of animals, dancers, musicians, and landscapes composed from elements of the local terrain. Her deep conviction for veganism and preserving the earth is evident in her paintings as well as her life’s mission to uplift the spirit through her art and music. The exhibit is open to public viewing during Library Hours: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Mon - Thurs, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri. & Sat. 1:00 - 5:00 pm Sun.
Natasha Ragland with “Portuguese Overlook”
Jack Ragland Exhibits Artwork at Temecula Valley Museum
Jack will be part of a large two-person show for the artists who won Best of Show 2 times or more in the Annual Ralph Love Plein Air Competition, plus other awards over the past 10 years. Jack’s work will reflect the local landscapes, dancing, and activities. There will also be works by the late founder, Ralph Love. Temecula Valley Museum 28314 Mercedes Street. The Exhibit will be up for 3 months, closing on November 10, 2019. Hours of open operation: Tues-Sun 10:00-4:00. Closed Mondays.
Jack Ragland with “Ponte Winery”