Betsy Stevenson

2012-02-05T16:49:00.000-08:00

HiltonHead Mug 9

Chris “the Moniker” Werst comes by her alias honestly. She misses nothing. At beaches, Galleries, tourist attractions...She retains everything. She is very proficient at finding out and remembering names of people, places and things. She uses this to her advantage. She will call your name and then act like she knows you...by the time you realize she is a stranger it is too late...you are digitally immortalized and destined to become canvas bound. Her whereabouts is totally unknown as she does not...at this writing...have a blog.

This is my ninth mugshot of the ladies who took the workshop with Karin Jurick in November in beautiful Hilton Head. Chris was a fun mug to do and a fun person to be with at the workshop. My photo is a little shiny in spite of taking numerous photos. I am taking a photograph/photoshop workshop for artists in Charleston this coming weekend.. I am hoping to have new and improved photo skills for my website and blog,

My mugshot is next - I have not started yet, as I was trying to catch up on the mugshots and get another painting finished. I am looking forward to my self-portrait.

Chris "the Moniker"
Read more about the gang at hiltonhead.blogspot.com

2012-02-04T17:44:00.000-08:00

Hilton Head Gang - Mugshot 8

Week 8 finds us looking for Nancy “The Guardian” Darling so named because of her help with rescue dogs. She often travels with a large pack of dogs which hampers her ability to shoot but that does not prevent her from trying. She uses the dogs to attract unsuspecting subjects then while they are being distracted...she shoots. It is a devious but very effective plan. I hear she and her pack will be heading up to Alaska to participate in the Iditarod...that may be a false lead...just be on the lookout...

Nancy "The Guardian"
Learn more about Nancy at njdarling.blogspot.com

Learn more about the gang at hiltonheadgang.blogspot.com

Every week I think these mugshots will go faster but I seem to labor over them. I spent a week with these ladies so I know their personalties and I want to capture a little of their spirit. I am learning about facial features, skin tones and hair -- these faces aren't easy! I will post Chris tomorrow.

2012-01-30T17:00:00.000-08:00

As a student of Karin Jurick hosted by the Sedona Art Center, we were invited to exhibit at the show in Arizona "A Sense of Place." The shows started January 25th and will run through February 14th. Karin was so impressed that 17 of her 20 students decided to participate in the show that she has also sent a painting to the show. Hence, "I hang with Karin J." I sent my painting "Shiny Butt" which was posted on November 26th on this blog. Two of the Hilton Head Gang are attending the show and will be sending back reports of all the rave reviews our paintings are sure to have!

Thanks to Regula for sharing the banner. http://regulascheifele.blogspot.com

Hilton Head Mug 7

2012-01-15T16:30:00.000-08:00

We have reached week 7 of the search for the notorious Hilton Head Gang members. The Hilton Head Gang is a group of elusive artists who attended Karin Jurick's workshop on Hilton Head Island.

Roxanne “The Streak” Duke is so named because she is stealthy. She streaks by and shoots at will and disappears before detected by unsuspecting victims. Roxanne flies under the radar...finding a photo of her was not east...we had to scour the internet, check past files and canvas neighborhoods just to find this one. We don’t know when the photo was taken...her look may have changed. scrutinize everyone you see...

Learn more about Roxanne at http://dailypaintingblog-roxanneduke.blogspot.com

Roxanne "The Streak"

As I've said before, these faces are a struggle. This is a total learning experience for me. I need to be working on other projects but I find myself looking every week to see the next challenge. My colors and brush strokes are sometimes off but I just endeaveor to get a likeness, Learning, learning, learning one step at a time.

A labor of love

2012-01-14T14:51:00.000-08:00

I worked on small paintings of my grandchildren before Christmas as a surprise for my two daughters. I used the skills learned in Karin Jurick's Hilton Head Workshop. I tried to capture their personalities and I think my girls were pleased with the result.

Lauren and her first horse Lena

Lauren's little "toe headed brother Coleman

Cobin at Edisto Beach, SC

I will take plenty of pictures of our newest addition, Pressley Jane, at the beach this year to add to the family paintings.

HIlton Head Mug Shot 6

2012-01-08T16:47:00.000-08:00

This is week 6 of the search for the elusive Hilton Head Gang members. The Hilton Head Gang is a group of notorious artists who attended Karin Jurick's workshop on Hilton Head Island. I will feature one member of the group each week until they are all accounted for...

Sherrie “the Kid” Hilliard known as the kid because she specializes in painting children. She scours beaches and playgrounds looking for innocent little ones to shoot. Parents be on the lookout for Sherrie, The Kid...she will shoot your kids then immortalize them on canvas...they may even end up in a gallery. She drove off Hilton Head Island with enough material to keep her busy for months. She is probably hold up in a secret hideout....painting, painting, painting...

For more information or possible clues to her whereabouts check out Sherrie’s blog:

http://sherriehilliard.blogspot.com//

Sherrie

Still learning how to paint on the gesso board which is slick. It is a challenge for me, The faces are also a challenge. But, if you don't try something new you will always do the same old thing. So, each week I am learning and growing. Thanks to Karin Jurick's workshop and the Hilton Head Gang who have stayed in touch and are so encouraging. Check out all of the mug shots at www.mariahock.blogspot.com

Hilton Head Mug 5

2012-01-02T13:40:00.000-08:00

Kelley “MacGrins” MacDonald is the next notorious member to be sought. You may think her smiling face is harmless...until you see your smiling mug on one of her blogs. She waltzes in to a room, a beach or an event, smiling and acting all “I’m your friend” and then shoots at will. She doesn’t leave until she has captured every available smile. When ready leave the island...Suspiciously...her little red sports car was missing...she left Hilton Head in a newly acquired Jag shouting “Girls Just Wanna Paint!” She drove up the coast stopping along the way to visit accomplices. She has hideouts everywhere. Beware the smile...

To find out more about MacGrins check out her blog:

http://kelleymacdonalddailypaint.blogspot.com/

I am a little behind in my mugshots and I finally finished Kelly. Santa was good and brought Photoshop but I have not loaded it because I am dreaming of buying a Mac computer. Everyone at Karin's workshop had a Mac and IPad. I need to get Photoshop for Dummies too. I have been working on Mug 6 - Sherrie coming soon.

Live Large

2011-12-23T04:32:00.000-08:00

I couldn't resist having a picture made with Santa Buffalo. He just makes you smile. The sign "live large" is really appropriate and is a reminder to live life every day to the fullest. Keep a smile on your face, give thanks for your blessings and live life large! Merry Christmas

Hilton Head Gang Mug Shot 4

2011-12-11T12:47:00.001-08:00

The Hilton Head Gang is a group of notorious artists who attended Karin Jurick's workshop on Hilton Head Island. Each week, a mug shot fromt he group is featured.

It is week four and Jennifer “JLo” Koach is the subject of this weeks search. Her uncanny resemblance to ... well, you know who...allows her to weasel herself into otherwise unavailable venues. Before her true identity is revealed she assimilates herself into the situation and shoots at will. Jlo charms and disarms her victims. By the time they realize what is happening...it is too late...they are photographed and the subject of a painting.

She left Hilton Head Island surrounded by her entourage...She is definitely NOT “just Jenny from the block”...

For more information or clues to her whereabouts check out her blog at: http://jenniferkoachart.blogspot.com/

To see all of the mug shots go to http://mariahock.blogspot.com

JLo Koach

I have asked Santa for Photoshop. My photos lack a lot and that is something I will be working on in the future. The mug shots are a lot of fun and have helped me step out of my safe zone.

Hilton Head Gang #3

2011-12-05T16:51:00.001-08:00

The hunt continues for members of the Hilton Head gang who have disbanded and departed for different parts of the country after creating a path of notable deeds recently in Hilton Head.

We are looking for Linda “the Joker” Popple. Maria Hock, the lead detective, describes Linda as disarming her victims with humor and then shoots with reckless abandon. Yes, Linda thinks she is funny...but her crimes are very serious. Please be careful when confronting her.

You may read more about Linda "the Joker" Popple by reading her blog lindapopple.blogspot.com .

Posters are being prepared for the fourth member of the gang.

Linda "the Joker" Popple

Hilton Head Gang Member Two

2011-12-04T15:09:00.001-08:00

This is Rugula "babyface" Scheifele. She is reported to have left the United States and was last seen heading to Switzerland. She is an electronics expert and uses her good looks to her advantage. You may learn more about her at http://regulascheifele.blogspot.com/

Rugulal "babyface" Scheifele

The Hilton Head Gang

2011-11-28T17:02:00.001-08:00

We painted mug shots one day in Karin Jurick's workshop. My man looked like Charles Manson. We are now on the hunt for suspicious characters who were involved in all kinds of mischief. The leader of the gang is pictured below. A shifty looking character to say the least. More mug shots can be viewed at mariahock.blogspot.com. More suspects will follow.

Hilton Head gang leader
a/k/a Karin Jurick

Red Neck Holiday

2011-11-27T15:32:00.001-08:00

On day three of Karin Jurick's workshop, I worked on the painting below which I have entitled "Redneck Holiday." This was from an actual photo that I took at a South Carolina beach. I couldn't make up my mind whether the man was more interesting or the lady with her big belly in the bikini. I think they just suited each other. I bought one of Karin's (karinjurickblogspot.com) tabletop easels which I just love.

Karin's tabletop easel has spoiled me

"Redneck Holiday"

Karin Jurick Workshop

2011-11-26T16:33:00.000-08:00

I recently attended a workshop by Karin Jurick in Hilton Head. It was a wonderful week with a group of artists from around the country and, would you believe it, Switzerland. They were a talented bunch and we instantly formed a bond. Karin is an outstanding person, a fabulous artist and a wonderful teacher. We learned so much and she made it a lot of fun. Everyone encouraged me to start a blog - so here it is. I am learning as I go, so laugh with me. Below are two of my paintings.

This is my version of a painting that Karin demonstrated the first day.

I painted these ladies the second day of class - one lady named it "Shiny Butt."