Informative Demonstration by Pastel Artist Jane Christie at Saks Galleries Cherry Creek Saturday, April 27, 2013

Saks Galleries Cherry Creek  presents Signature Member of the Pastel Society of Colorado and a Signature Member of the  Pastel Society of America Jane Christie Artist of the Month Saturday, April 27, 2013 1pm - 4:pm Demonstration and Reception Christie "Morning Song I"  8.5 x 9 pastel Jane Christie remarks on her latest paintings available at Saks Galleries, "I was inspired to paint my little bird friends that come every morning to perch in the woven branches of the large bush outside my breakfast nook window."    Christie "Journey Into Late Afternoon" 9 x 12 pastel Jane says of this painting, "A drive with my sister through the countryside led to this tree lined road with the sun beginning to set.   I said, “Stop, I have to paint this.”  It was so inviting.    Christie "Red Tulips" 10 x 8 pastel And of the still life, Jane says,"I loved capturing the light that surrounded these red tulips." Jane Christie has been an active artist since she attended the art school at the Atlanta High Museum of Art.  At the University of Georgia, Jane was working toward a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Home Economics, but her love of painting drew her to the art curriculum instead.  Her focus shifted to attending as many art classes as her major would allow.   Today her passion for painting continues. She has studied with great masters such as Albert Handel, Doug Dawson and Kevin Wechbach. << to view Jane Christie's video click here   Christie "Sun Lit Afternoon II" 22 x 30 pastel Oldest Fine Art Gallery in Colorado Saks Galleries Cherry Creek     Celebrating Our 50th Anniversary of Living Artfully   3019 East 2nd Avenue Denver, Colorado 80206 303.333.4144 www.saksgalleries.com    Always Available by Special Appointment Call 303.333.4144 or Email info@saksgalleries.com   Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:am - 5:pm    Saturday 10:am - 4:pm     Christie "Shore Song" 18 x 18 pastel Jane says of the children painted in this figurative, "Thomas and Caroline’s attention was captured by the ocean’s song and vastness.   The water was an exceptionally beautiful color that day.  A perfect time for me to set up my easel."   "We never know what moment will seize us and cling to us - a moment of peace and tranquility. Capturing that moment inspires us all."  Please visit Saks Galleries Cherry Creek this Saturday afternoon to enjoy an artist demonstration by Jane Christie as she paints another inspired moment in nature.