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".
Pianists and Vocalist Performed a Recital January 12, 2020 at Christian Science Church
Pianists and Vocalists performed a recital at the Fallbrook Christian Science Church on Sunday, January 12th. The program included classical pieces by Mozart, Beethoven, Czerny, Dvorak, Scott Joplin, and show tunes from Cats, Cinderella, Fame JR, Kismet, Lion King, and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. The other selections were popular songs and movie themes by Barry Manilow, Joe Brooks, Bill Withers, John Barry, Hamlisch/Bayer Sager, Webster / Fain, and the Fabers.
Performers Left to Right: Natasha Ragland, Roxanne Constandse, Nanette Smets, Bridget Constandse, Crystal Lopez, Margaret Singleton, Pastor Walt Leverette, Marilee Ragland, Jack Ragland
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”
Pianists and Singers gave a Free Concert at Christian Science Church August 10, 2019
Singers and Pianists gave a Concert recital for the public at the Christian Science Church at 2:30 PM on Saturday August 10, 2019. The selections included comedy songs by Cole Porter from “Dubarry Was a Lady”, “Kiss Me Kate”, and “Jubilee”, and hits from “West Side Story”, “Brigadoon”, “Damn Yankees”, “My Fair Lady”, “Carmen”, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, “Cinderella”, “William Tell”, “Orpheus and the Underworld”, African-American Spirituals, Pop songs by Maren Moris & Zed Gray, Elvis Presley, John Denver, Contemporary Christian by Cory Asbury, and Classical favorites by Beethoven and Liszt.
Photo Left - Right: Jack Ragland, Natasha Ragland, Nanette Smets, Roxanne Constandse, Crystal Lopez, Carleigh Grant, Margaret Singleton, Pastor Walt Leverette, and Marilee Ragland
Jack Ragland Art Show at Temecula Valley Museum August 2019
Honor Show for Two Artists Who Have Won “Best of Show” More Than Once
Jack Ragland won First Place in the Plein Air Contest at the San Diego County Fair June 23, 2019. There were so many participants in the Competition, that there weren’t enough display easels to hold all the paintings, and Jack’s was displayed on a bench for the judging. 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. The public is invited to the reception on Friday, August 6:30 PM at the 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.
Natasha Ragland Won "People's Choice Award" for her Painting "Hot Dog Band" June 20, 2019 at San Diego County Fair
Natasha Ragland Wins 4th Place in "Pawsome" Dog Portrait Contest June 27, 2019 SD County Fair
Natasha Ragland’s painting of the family dog “Horatio” won 4th Place at San Diego County Fair June 27, 2019
Natasha Ragland won 4th Place in the “Pawsome” Dog Portrait Contest at the San Diego County Fair June 27, 2019. It is now displayed in the Fine Art Exhibit for the rest of the Fair season. This was a memorial painting to her dog, Horatio, who was murdered by an Akita running unattended through the neighborhood, when Marilee Ragland was taking a walk in July of 2018. Horatio was a dear family pet for 11 years ever since he was dumped as a puppy on the Ragland’s property with 3 kittens. This was a special opportunity to commemorate Horatio and the super bloom of poppies we experienced this year. Natasha also won “People’s Choice Award” on June 20 for her “Hot Dog Band” painting which featured 3 other beloved pets. Natasha has always had a great Love for animals, and enjoys painting them.
Jack Ragland won 1st Place in the Plein Air Contest June 20, 2019 at San Diego County Fair
“Fresh Made Pretzels” by Jack Ragland (1st Place Winner) standing with Shea Brandt
Shea Brandt stands with Jack Ragland (1st Place Winner in Plein Air Contest San Diego County Fair 2019)
Natasha Ragland Exhibits 3 Paintings in San Diego County Fair 2019
Natasha Ragland’s Paintings: “Hot Dog Band” “Bound for Oz” and “Gird Road Vineyard”
