I'd like to invite everyone to come to my

Pop Up Art Showing, titled TEXAS RADIANCE, 

 at Artrageous Art Studio, 

901 W. Goodwin, here in Pleasanton, Texas 

 February 16 -17, 2018

 The Opening Reception takes place this 

Friday, February 16, from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Plan to stop by, I'd love to see you!

 

Taylor Prater's interview with me about the “Classic Visions” show at Keller Town Hall.

Taylor Prater, a City Reporter for the Keller Citizen Newspaper interviewed me recently for a story she was writing about the "Classic Visions" Art Show at Keller Town Hall in Keller, Texas. I don't usually have many opportunities to talk about my work. Normally, I'm behind the scenes "doing" the art. So, I thought this would be a good opportunity to share a little about myself and some thoughts behind the way I paint.

Taylor Prater,

Keller City Citizen Reporter

1. Jeannette, where do you live now? Are you a Texas Native? I saw on your website you grew up in San Antonio.

I am definitely a native Texan, born and bred, through and through. Even though I was born and raised in San Antonio, I have been living in Pleasanton, Texas for over 18 years now.

2. What do you typically paint?  

I typically paint the people and places from around where I live, which is south Texas. I guess you could say basically, I am  painting scenes from my life through the images around me that lift me up and move my soul, that inspire me. 

3. Do you do a lot of pieces similar to the theme of this show?

I normally elaborate through my art the beauty of the people and places here in South Texas. Special people, captivating scenes and gorgeous places are all part of the story I paint through my art. I am fascinated by the beauty and simplicity of the everyday flow of living out here and I enjoy trying to capture the warmth and spirit of every aspect of it. Normally, however, I don’t paint as broad a subject matter as is found in this show.

4. What are your favorite things to paint? 

I mostly enjoy painting subjects that are covered in sunlight. And as time goes on I find myself gravitating more toward peaceful images. The sunlight in my work represents a spiritual aspect of God for me. It illuminates all things and shows the true beauty that lies within each subject. Light can transform an otherwise unattractive object into a thing of glorious beauty. It not only reflects and refracts color like a prism off the surface but also reveals a glowing presence from within that emanates out from each subject. This is one reason I prefer using watercolor in my under paintings. It is like a river of flowing color beneath the surface of glittering light which is the pure pigment of pastel. The 2 mediums glow together and create an energy that is both mesmerizing and healing to me. 

5. What will we see from you at the art show in August?

For this exhibit I have chosen to show a more personal variety of images that are close to me and that I have been very inspired by. These include some Texas coastal scenes, images of family and special friends and also some special places I have discovered while roaming the rural countryside in search for some beautiful images to paint.

6. What would you say is your “style” when painting? What’s the process like for you and what do you like using, techniques, etc.?

I would say my style is loose realism. My process requires me to paint an under painting so the pastel will have something to interact with. This part is particularly enjoyable because I can be very loose and bold with my colors at this stage. I use tube watercolor on stretched watercolor paper to block in the colors that will eventually be seen peeking through the pastel layers on top. I like using watercolor because it has great depth of color and a wonderful fluidity and natural quality about it that interacts beautifully with the layers of pastel.

Hope you'll join me for the Opening Reception Thursday, August 14 from 7-9 p.m.

Come by and say hello if you are in the area.

The show is open to the public.

Keller Town Hall Hosts "Classic Visions; 3 Artists 3 Visions"

"Back Road Reflections" by Jeannette Cuevas

A reception hosted by the Keller Public Arts Program 

honoring three Texas artists 

featured in 

"Classic Visions; 3 Artists, 3 Visions," 

will be taking place in the foyer of 

Keller Town Hall 

from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, August 14. 

            The reception is free and open to the public. The Classic Visions exhibit showcases 

            works by Jeannette Cuevas, Arthur Guerra and Pat Wayman, and remains on display 

            in the Public Arts Gallery from Aug. 4-28.

1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, Tx. • 817-743-4000 • www.cityofkeller.com

Read more here: http://www.star-telegram.com/2014/08/01/6012675/happenings-in-august.html#storylink=cpythis month’s Public Arts Gallery display. T

Back In The Studio!

First of all, I must apologize for having been gone from my blog for the last couple of months. Between recovering from surgery on both my feet, traveling, completing a “huge” project that kept me working long hours ( I’ll share more on that later) and more traveling,...I’m afraid I found myself in a slump with my posting. But the hu-bub in my studio hasn’t changed and even though I continue to hobble around on my still healing feet, I am slowly getting back on track, thank goodness.

My last post gave you a glimpse of the 3 pieces I submitted to the Corridor of Art Show sponsored by the Austin Pastel Society in Austin, Texas. When the awards were decided, my painting titled “Triple Crowns” received a 2nd place in the Still Life category.

Even more exciting, a few weeks later, at the Texas Pastel Society’s 1st Annual Show at the Coppini Academy of Fine Art in San Antonio, my pastel painting titled “Warm Morning Light” won Best Of Show. I was thrilled! This was such an enjoyable image to paint. I loved the effect the light had on my granddaughter’s hair and shirt and especially her mug of cocoa as it glowed from behind and filtered through everything. It made me feel good to know others enjoyed it too.

My next entry, which is quickly approaching, will be to the Pastel Society of America’s Annual Juried Competition. I have never submitted anything to this prestigious show but I will be honored if all I do is get accepted.

Austin Pastel Society's "Corridor of art"

Austin Pastel Society's "Corridor of Art"


If you are in the Austin area anytime soon, you must try to stop in and see the Austin Pastel Society's annual juried exhibition, "The Corridor of Art". I dropped off my 3 submissions for the event recently and was able to get a sneak preview while helping to hang the exhibit. I have to say, the show is exceptional, with a wide and diverse assortment of styles and talent. Equally exciting, the entries will be judged this year by the internationally recognized and published, award winning pastel artist, Desmond O'Hagin. So, needless to say, it will be very exciting to see which pieces garner awards.

The show is being held at the Chase Bank Building on Lavaca and 8th St. in Austin, Texas and will remain on display until May 3. Don't miss this opportunity to view some incredible work.
* The 3 pieces shown above are "Cowboy K. P.", "Triple Crowns" and "Coffee Break".