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Art Fundraiser!

November 25, 2020 · Lel ·

MidMod set of fine art prints

2020 is a year for the history books: global pandemic, Black Lives Matter awakening and a democracy-on-the-line election in the US. It’s a tragic and desperate time for many. I want to do something helpful and hopeful. I’m not an essential worker. I have the luxury to work from home with lots of space and nature around me. I’m humbly grateful for my circumstances. So…

30% to CAMFED and OneGoal

Now and through the end of the year, I will donate 30% of proceeds from my art print sales to organizations that make the world a better place. Funds will be split between CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education in Africa) and OneGoal – Helping close the college divide in the United States. Both organizations transform lives and create long-term progress through education. I learned about these organizations from Nicholas Kristof’s NYTimes “Gifts that Change Lives”article. Every year he produces a holiday guide suggesting “gifts with meaning” and awards his Holiday Impact Prize to organizations that make big impacts for good. They receive matching funding and lots of visibility. Below are excerpts…

CAMFED

Educate a girl. My grand prize winner is Camfed (originally called the Campaign for Female Education), which helps girls in African countries get an education. One of the world’s best bargains is the chance to help a girl go to school in a country like Ghana, Malawi or Zimbabwe: A year in high school costs $150, elementary school about $30.

— Nicholas Kristof

OneGoal

Send a young person to college. Another prize winner is OneGoal, which mentors low-income students in the United States, helping them graduate from high school and succeed in college. OneGoal ensures that Black lives matter: 96 percent of participants are students of color, and it provides a bridge for them to complete high school and get a solid start in college.

— Nicholas Kristof

If you’re considering adding art to your walls, this is a win-win. If not, please consider donating or volunteering for organizations listed at Kristoffimpact.org. 

Thanks for reading. Be well.

MidMod Shapemaking Set of 3

Special set of three limited edition fine art prints. 7″ x 7” image size (8.5″ x 11″ sheet size). Easily fits in standard frames.

$135.00 $90.00
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Night and Noon showing at the 2020 CVG Show

January 18, 2020 · Lel ·

Abstract painting with blue and orange by Lel Newman

I’m happy to announce my digital painting “Night and Noon” has been accepted into The CVG Show – the 2020 Washington State Juried Art Competition and Show. This is a diverse exhibit featuring 151 works by artists across the state. Jurors award over $10,000 in prizes and it has a rich offering of related events. Preview the art, artists, and event schedule on the CVG website.  

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Bainbridge Island Winter Studio Tour Dec. 6-8, 2019

November 28, 2019 · Lel ·

It’s the start of the busy, busy season. Lots of fun, socializing, eating, and squeezing in work when you can. I’m happily prepping for the Bainbridge Island Studio Tour, happening the first weekend in December. I’m framing up my limited edition abstract paintings and Shapemaking prints. If you’re in the area, consider getting out of the house and taking the tour. It’s a fun way to explore Bainbridge Island and get in the holiday spirit. There are 56 Artists at 8 venues.

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Our first open studio

November 16, 2019 · Lel ·

Western sword ferns on Fern Street
Fernwoods Studios Art in the Woods
Tim’s shop was transformed for Art in the Woods
  • Open studio art show
  • Abstract painting in an open studio
My work hanging along with my husband Tim Celeski’s woodworking

We were happy to see so many folks make the trek to Indianola and up Fern Street during the Art in the Woods Studio Tour Nov. 8-10. After living in here for over 11 years, we’re accustomed to the long dirt road drive, but it’s an adventure for many. Yes, Fernwoods Studios is “Art in the Woods”, literally!

Western sword ferns on Fern Street
Fern Street, Indianola, Washington, USA

Thanks to all who came by, including former West Seattle neighbors, dear friends and family, and a favorite high school teacher I hadn’t seen since that time! It was a pleasure for us to see you all and to meet the many folks who regularly do the tour. Once the memory of all the heavy lifting fades, we’ll very likely decide to do it again next year. It was a good time.

Art in the Woods – our first open studio at Fernwoods & you’re invited

November 3, 2019 · Lel ·

Looking up at licorice ferns and big leaf maple branches

What the heck is Fernwoods? That’s what we call our place in Indianola, Washington where my husband, Tim Celeski, and I live and work. It’s tucked up in the woods, and yes, it has a lot of ferns! 

Tim and I will be showing our art together as part of the North Kitsap peninsula Art in the Woods Studio Tour. It’s a self-guided tour of 21 Artists’ studios, with over 60 participating local artists. 

Art in the Woods Studio Tour

Fri., Sat., Sun., Nov. 8-10, 2019, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tour website)

What you’ll see at Fernwoods Studios (besides ferns)

I’m showing my limited edition abstracts: expressive digital paintings and the modern Shapemaking series. 

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I’m happy to announce ‘Waiting Dream’ has be I’m happy to announce ‘Waiting Dream’ has been accepted into the CVG Show 2021 by juror Michael D’Alessandro. Shown are 15.5 in x 15.5 and 7 x 7 in. limited edition prints, available online (link in bio)  Fundraiser! I’m donating 30% of proceeds from my art print sales during December to CAMFED and OneGoal  Funds will be split between CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education in Africa @camfed) and OneGoal – Helping close the college divide in the United States @onegoalgraduation. Both organizations transform lives and create long-term #progress through education. Both are winners of Nicholas Kristof’s annual Holiday Impact Prize @kristofimpact — Look up the @nickkristof NYTimes “Gifts that Change Lives” column. Get inspired!
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Fundraiser! ❤️ I’m donating 30% of proceeds Fundraiser! ❤️ I’m donating 30% of proceeds from my art print sales during December to organizations working toward a better tomorrow. (Boy don’t we all need that!) Shop online or schedule a safe 😷 studio visit. (link in bio) 
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** 30% to CAMFED and OneGoal
Funds will be split between CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education in Africa @camfed) and OneGoal – Helping close the college divide in the United States @onegoalgraduation. Both organizations transform lives and create long-term #progress through education. Both are winners of Nicholas Kristof’s annual Holiday Impact Prize @kristofimpact — Look up the @nickkristof NYTimes “Gifts that Change Lives” column. Get inspired! 🤓🌈🙏
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Woot! This is headed to its forever home. 💃🏻 Woot! This is headed to its forever home. 💃🏻🔴
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Pics from last year’s @bistudiotour This weekend Pics from last year’s @bistudiotour This weekend would have been the Bainbridge Island Winter Studio Tour. This year it’s virtual and running all month. While we’re not together on Bainbridge this weekend each artist is working to promote the tour and themselves online and however they can...
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My Indianola studio is open by appointment or shop online on my website. (Deets on my  link in bio)
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Checkout some of the tour artists:
@redstepstudio
@sandyhaight17
@fernstreetpottery
@mikebiskup
@artsandcraftspress
@twodogstudio
@melodylovesthis
sydnisterling.com
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Visit @bistudiotour new website to see all artists and gifts under $50 and $100.
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#limitededitionprints #Shapemaking #artfair #virtualartmarket #artforsale #artforinteriors #seattleartpost #northwestisbest #waartists #shopbainbridge
🎉🥳 Winners! Congratulations to @vvaerae @pat 🎉🥳 Winners! Congratulations to @vvaerae @pattyklamser and @k.i.a.h.n.o.a !! – each will receive the 2020 Shapemaking Sampler mini-poster of their choice. I’ll DM to get your choice and shipping info.
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Not lucky this time? 😬 - The posters are available in my shop (link in bio). 13 x 19 in. / 33 x 48 cm —  printed and signed by yours truly. $35 plus shipping, PLUS 30% will be donated to charity through the end of 2020. Deets in my shop. 
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#artgiveaway deadline is tomorrow 1pm PST. Odds ar #artgiveaway deadline is tomorrow 1pm PST. Odds are in your favor. See my previous post for the easy peasy entry rules. 
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