The Fine Art of China Painting

Porcelain painting, not to be confused with ceramics, is a fine art that has been around for thousands of years. Painting on porcelain pieces of white or ivory color with powered paints that are mixed with mineral oil to the consistancy of tooth paste are applied one layer at a time after each firing in a kiln.
China painting is the sister to watercolors - starting with your lightest to darkest. If you are interested in learning this ancient dying art contact us at wetpaintstudiosofwalden@ gmail.com. We would love to share our knowledge and fellowship with any one interested in this fine art.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Big Thicket Porcelain Art Club March Meeting

Happy Easter
 




I would like to share a bit of information with you before we get started with our PAC meeting and events.  Our dear friend, awesome teacher, and treasured club member, Lois Blackburne suffered a heart attack and had a triple-by-pass.  She came through with flying colors.  Today was her first check-up after surgery and on a scale of 1 to 10 received a whooping 11 from her Dr.!  Our prayers were answered and our love received.  Lois is well on her way to a full recovery!  Some one said she would be back with more energy than ever.  Help, We couldn't keep up with her before - how are we going to keep up with her and more energy?  Please continue to keep Lois in your prayers.


Our March meeting was held at President Marilyn Willis' studio and wonderful Victorian home.  Thanks Marilyn for being president and for your gracious hospitality this past year.  New president, Janet Wartenburg will take office in May.  Our meetings will be held at the Conroe Library the 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00 to 2:00.  Please send any inquirers to wartjsw@gmail.com.  We  would love to have you visit with us and check out the wonderful art of china painting .


           Big Thicket March Meeting Featuring a Seminar by Marilyn on Painting Pansies.



Artist  Display




 

Beautiful work by Jan Wamsley


Marilyn's wonderful pieces
 
Painted Tile for the History Book by Janet Wartenburg
 
Sorry I am having computer issues and can not get the rest of the pictures uploaded.  I will continue when my glitch is corrected.

Happy Easter, Praise the Lord, Watch The Sun Rise and eat Chocolate!
 


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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

February Meeting - Big Thicket Porcelain Art Club

 We did not have a meeting in January due to the weather but the same weather did not stop us in February.  Our February 26 meeting was held on a cold, rainy, fierce windy morning at the home of Jan Wamsley.  We were snug and warm in her lovely home and enjoyed a regular meeting, and a fantastic seminar by teacher Lois Blackburne on sweetheart roses and pearls. The rain pelting against the windows sounded as if we were
tossing our freshly painted pearls at the panes of glass.  A wonderful luncheon had been prepared by Jan and Marilyn, whilst the beautiful table was laden with valentine motifs and 2 surprise gifts for each of us from our president Marilyn.  Carol Fisk was a delightful guest and we hope she continues her journey and passion for painting with us.


Artist's Displays

 
 

            Lois's  Beautiful Sweetheart Roses and Pearls  set beside Marilyn's  Lovely Irises            


                                             Teacher Lois Blackburne starts her seminar

 



 
 
 

 
                                                 Example Tile of Roses and Pearls


  
 
Lois' Beautiful Roses and Pearls
 
 
 
 
 



                                                               Lunch Anyone?






                                             
                                               President Marilyn Willis
 
 



                                                         Delightful Guest Carol Fisk






                          Our Gracious Hostess Jan Wamsley
                                                 Thanks Jan!


                                               March Ice




 

                          
 

 
 

 


   

 

 

 



 

 

 





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Monday, December 9, 2013

Tis The Season For Big Thicket's Christmas Party and Annual Mystery Auction!

.  By Artist and Teacher Lois Blackburne
 
 
We welcomed  a wonderful, fun group of red hatters, personal guests and artists to our annual Christmas party and mystery auction at Pappadoux .  Charles Willis, Minister led us in a hilarious Christmas trivia  game before our luncheon prayer. Returning auctioneer - John Schmit - conducted our record breaking auction.  Jan handled our sale table that was laden with painted necklaces and exquisite cups and saucers painted by our members.  Our fund raiser broke all previous records for several years.
 
  We all enjoyed the fellowship, celebrating the season, laughter and beautifully decorated tables.  Jan and Marilyn did an outstanding job with decorating.  Thanks Lois for your donated painted tankard for the special auction.  Thanks Marilyn for your special donated painted chocolate box.  There were many door prizes - mug exchange and a great time was had by all. 
 
Thank You to all of our Big Thicket PAC members for all of your hard word, time and smiling faces!
 
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!
 
 
 
 
 

Welcome Red Hatters.  Thanks for adding to the fun!

Lois and Helen enjoying the festivities.

 

Enjoying our Mystery Auction.

 Helen and Husband Ken, who is gracious enough to attend all of our Christmas functions.  Hats off to Ken.
 

 
No that is not a shine on Jan and Lois' noses but butter - silly girls.

Guest of  President Marilyn Willis'


Members Kay and Paula



 
 President Marilyn Willis and her beautiful daughter, Kathy.

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Saturday, December 7, 2013

Atrists' Display at November Big Thicket Porcelain Art Club

                   November Meeting of Big Thicket PAC

                                                         















 
 
  Artist Lois Blackburne
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