My granddaughter and her friend enjoyed painting in my studio for her private birthday party. They both painted a wonderful little floral painting and really were quite good. Many of my children and grandchildren have artistic talents and it is fun to watch them blossom.
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| A fun birthday painting party in my studio |
It is always fun (but exhausting) for me to have four students come into my studio once a month for two days of painting together. After a couple of hours of instruction, they work on their own paintings for the remainder of the time. We have several critiques where we all help each other with problems, and give encouragement. I am always impressed as I was in my April class.
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| Meg Mitrigotri and Roland Lee in Master Class with works she created |
I was thrilled to have my painting 'By the Canal" chosen for inclusion in the May issue of Fine Art Connoisseur magazine. The painting will be part of a special section called "Green Zones" showing how artists use the color green in their paintings.
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| Roland Lee painting in Fine Art Connoisseur magazine may 2022 |
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| Roland Lee watercolor painting in WFWS 47th annual exhibit |
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| Film crew with Roland Lee in Zion National Park |
PBS Utah is airing a promo trailer for their new documentary "Call of the Canyon - Zion National Park." The full-length documentary on artists in Zion National Park will be officially released in January 2022. I am thrilled to be a part of this wonderful new film, and to share my love for this wonderful place. Click here to view the promo.
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| Roland Lee article in St. George Lifestyle Magazine |
I am honored that JJ Abernathy, editor of St. George Lifestyle Magazine, chose to do an editorial about me and my work. She invited Janice Brooks to visit my studio and talk to me about my painting process and what I love most about my art career. Thanks to all of you for a beautiful magazine. My painting "Winter Blessings" is on the cover. The painting is owned by Catherine and the late Glen Blakley.
I was honored to be invited to give the keynote address at the 2021 Business of Art Conference. I told a little about those who had influenced me on my quest for an art career and spotlighted two key elements. Number one is to do everything in your power to "get good" at what you do. Number two is to realize how important that other people are in your success. I mentioned my collectors and how their belief in me early on helped me stay true to my goals. Thanks to Kathy C. and all those who helped put on the two-day conference.
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| Susan Bingham introduces Roland Lee |
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| Roland Lee gives keynote address at 2021 Business of Art Conference |
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| Roland Lee - Business of Art Conference |
I was treated like royalty at the Arts and the Park Light on the Reef event in Capitol Reef. I enjoyed making a Keynote presentation called "Getting the Most from Plein Air Painting" to a group of wonderful artists and guests. I was able to sell all five plein air paintings I did at Capitol Reef as well as three other studio pieces which were part of my display. What an honor.
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| I sold 8 paintings at Arts and the Park |
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| Plein air painting at Capitol Reef National Park |
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| Making a Keynote presentation at Arts and the Park |
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| Roland Lee plein air painting at Capitol Reef National park |
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| Roland Lee watercolor plein air painting at Capitol Reef |
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| We are guests at the little restored pioneer home owned by Dawn House. |
