tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86944631588108085452012-02-13T03:27:02.537-08:00Anita Varadarajuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00538618780263007970noreply@blogger.comBlogger621100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8694463158810808545.post-66336906851596598682012-02-12T08:18:00.000-08:002012-02-12T08:18:18.651-08:00

Sometimes there is so much inside me, it gets very hard to translate it all into a readable sequence. January was a packed month for me. My mom started her vacation with us in January. My kids have been in a constant state of being pampered since then :) School started at Glassell, I am just taking one class this semester. Have I told you I love going to school!:) Then I came to know that I was

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So come on by and enjoy this evening with me! I promise there will new works to entice you:) Cheers!

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New year's rolling in and its already been 5 days! So, there are tons of must-dos that I have thought about. How many actually get done is entirely dependent on the weather:) Professionally, I would like to be a step above where I was in 2011. And learn! That seems to be the driving force behind all that I do. I want to learn more, I want to read more, I want to remember more...thats the key. I

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So, I finally get my Solo this year! And it is at this absolutely beautiful boutique called Method in the 'oh!so tempting' Rice Village:) I remember moving to Houston and sitting at Ruggles in the village and wondering what it would be like to be a part of the village community. I still wonder but I am glad they are accepting my work and appreciate it enough to give me this opportunity. So

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Here's the link to a fantastic time at the Art Crawl 2011!http://www.facebook.com/TheColorsByAnitaEnjoy!

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So besides the Open Studio at Hardy & Nance St, Artists Alive and Well gave me my first show in the City of Houston. I have been a part of them since Jan this year and you know what..no regrets. I think it is important as beginners to have a little faith. I chose to participate in most of AAW's shows and attend their meetings every month. And now I was asked to co chair a show for them! And what

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ADDRESS: 902 HARDY ST, HOUSTON, TX DATE: OCTOBER 15, 2011 TIME: 1-5 PMCheers!

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So I have been on a journey to read up more about artists that I like and that influence creators on a daily basis. This week's fascination is Paul Klee. It is amazing to see how much difference Klee has made to the entire constitution of modern art. It seems like the more I read about him, the more there is to him. He had a problem with color in the initial years of his career. Born to musicians

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 For as long as I can remember, I have been a student. Always end up in school sooner or later:) And so now I am enrolled at the Glassell School of Art. I have been meaning to do it for a while but this semester seemed like a winner. So the first day was fun and the Professor very interesting. We got a long break in the middle of the class and took full advantage, all of us walked it down to the

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I love my new space...so much bigger, loads of display space and an awesome easel set in the wall. Picture time! Before and after.......... Before! Setting up... Entertainment during set up:) Finally, the studio looks fresh and cool. Cheers!

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Hey all! I have changed studios! I am still in the same building at Hardy & Nance...just moved from # 24 to # 21. And open studio is this weekend! So come check out my new space and yes, new series of works!!!!!! Cheers!New space:902 Hardy St, # 21Houston:)

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So what did I do this weekend? White Linen Nights on Saturday and Dandee Warhol's First Solo on Sunday!!! White Linen Night in The Heights Heights in Full Swing Dandee Warhol's 'No Smurfing Way' on Sunday! Fun Weekend!

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So this summer, a friend of mine asked me to teach her daughter art. My expression was a mix of surprise and complete disbelief! I didn't think I was equipped enough to teach but there was no deterring my friend. And know what...I am glad she made me do this. I LOVE IT! I LOVE TEACHING KIDS TO PAINT!!! Of course this was a test run and my class was super informal. But I ended up teaching 3

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13 Houston artists including moi, showing at the Austin Art Space gallery for 3 weeks starting from July 23, 2011 !!!Opening Reception: 23 July, 2011 7:00-10:00 PM7739 Northcross Drive, Suite Q,Austin TX Super Excited! Cheers!

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So, I had this opportunity to visit the Colton & Farb Gallery a couple of weeks ago to drop off my work for an auction. And the treat I got for that was well worth it...I got to see Sharon Kopriva's works showing there. Big breath........ her work is phenomenal!!!!! I was completely bowled over by the dimensional functionality in her work. I would not categorize her as a painter or sculptor alone

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It is that time of the month again!Open Studio at Hardy & Nance Street Studios on June 18, 2011 from 1-5PM!Loads of new paintings unveiled, new people to meet and drinks to sip:)Come on Over!

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Happy Hour and Social Mixer at the Watson Gallery!Come enjoy some amazing, original art on May 12,2011 at 716 W Alabama, Houston, TX from 6-10 PM.There is something for all tastes and prices, I guarantee you!Come and see for yourself..... More details at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=160475780681492Cheers!

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More shows!N Sight is a show of original art that has been juried by Patrick Palmer, Chair MFA/H Glassell School Of Art.At the Continental Center in Houston, it is on for a month from May 9-June 10, 2011.Opening Reception is on May 9, 4:30-7:30 PM!Address: Continental Center I Concourse Level, 1600 Smith St, Houston, TXCheers!

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May is artist appreciation month at the Watson Gallery and they are having 4 shows to make artists feel the love!Opening Reception is on May 6, 2011 from 6-10PM. Two more shows on May 12 and May 19 from 6-10PM as well and the finale closing reception on May 26, 2011!!!Nestled amongst trees in W.Alabama, this is the place to find interesting, original art that does not eat through your pockets:)

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There are struggles, there are conflicts and there are some feelings that cannot be categorized so easily.I am at a stage in my art life where I am just now building everything.....inventory, goodwill, network, resources..everything.This post puts my insecurities out in the open and I am not saying its comfortable but it seems to give me more clarity when I write about the tangles.Not to say I

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Easter Show on April 21, 2011 from 6-10 PM at the Watson Gallery.Address: 716 W Alabama, Houston, TX What better place to get more color during easter other than an art gallery! Come and join us in a fun filled evening and enjoy original art work by local artists.

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The Doshi House Show on April 16, 2011Show: 100-4-100Location: 3419 Dowling St, Houston, TX  SOLD! Work By Anita Varadaraju   

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So it was an evening at the Watson Gallery...time well spent. I loved the new experience and the camaraderie. Melissa Watson is a young, fun person who has managed to marry business and art quite well. Galleries, as always, are a good networking platform that help in understanding the art community and moving closer to goals. And this evening was a good proof of that.       Cheers!

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So I am always meeting new and interesting people. And sometimes I write about them as I think many people should know about these incidences:) Artists Katy & Patrick www.fodicefoundation.org During the happy open studio last Saturday at Hardy & Nance St Studios, I had the pleasure of meeting this very beautiful couple, Patrick and Katy. What is so special about them? They are a rare people,

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 As usual, my third Saturday at the studio was a blast!!!! I cannot believe the turn out and the amount of fun everyone had! I learn new things everyday, new, fun things about the same people everyday.. Me and my studio door:) More pix at this fb link:http://www.facebook.com/album.php?fbid=10150221254372942&id=653012941&aid=382511 Cheers!

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Its Open Studio time again at the Hardy & Nance Street Studios! On March 19, 1 PM-5 PM. Best way to spend a saturday afternoon, I promise!:) Come and join us for an good time with art and loads of conversation with the artists!

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Things I did ...  - got a new web address http://www.colorsbyanita.com. - attended meeting by Artists Alive and Well - revelation! there are a group of artists that want to promote other artists! wonderful! especially for people like me that are always looking for new opportunities.Good day!

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'T is saturday night, sugar is in the air :)Group show hosted by Spacetaker ...... read more at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=123474441047599&index=1Artists: Andre Amaral, Edu Portillo & Raul Gonzalez

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One of the things I have wondered about, is how do artists know which way to turn to market their skills. How does one know how many venues are available to them? Is there a book with an index and a map for that? Apparently there is. Spacetaker as an organisation is diligently helping artists get guidance towards the business aspect of art amongst other things. I attended the Taft McWhorter

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The first time I got my keys:) Work in progress... Setting up...all kinds of arrangements:) Decide this piece best for the entrance Show Time!!!!  It was an awesome turnout and I had the time of my life! My studio is at The Hardy & Nance Street Studios, 902 Hardy St, Houston, TX 77020. Studio # 24

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Had to share this..I am always awed by the way artists capture beauty. Love his profiles! MadAme AcidDBuTTerfLy Artist: Vincenzo Rizzo on Etsy.

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Tried new elements and came up with this veil effect.... Mixed Media on Paper

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I don't care if this is a Matisse but the man was clearly doodling. This is not something that required a bunch of thought and neither was any put into it, quite obviously. So people, quit putting doodles into frames and selling the name. One of Henri Matisse's "works" at the Red Dot Fair in Miami And this is not a Matisse but definitely not something a gallery should represent and sell at shows

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I had the opportunity to browse through the intriguing collection maintained by the Miami Biennale in the iconic Dorissa Building in Miami, FL. The exhibition is 'Beyond The Erotic'. El Anatsui, Meeting of the Elders, 2005, Aluminium bottle caps from African liquor & copper wire, 79 X 135 Inches Luca Pignatelli, Testa di afrodite, Undated, Acrylic on hemp tarp, 71 1/4 X 71 1/4 Inches

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At the cross roads of Fry Rd and Business US 290 L in Cypress, TX, there is this vendor who sells his wares old world style, always there, come rain or shine. He says it is shipped from Mexico and made by artisans there. I choose to believe him. For once, I just want to take his word at face value:)   

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I have to share this print, adorable! http://www.etsy.com/shop/johnclark

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Unfinished 24" X 30"Dancer Series

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I blew my anniversary budget at the 5th Annual Winter Holiday Art Market organized by Spacetaker!!! Yeh for me!Soooooooo many artists(well, around 60 if you want to know:) and so much stimulation in one space left me more of a 4 yr old than my daughter:) It was a perfect end to my weekend and the best part - my husband and I both got gifts that will last forever. The environment was light and

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A beautiful concept. One that is exclusive and still has the aura of warmth and welcome. House to 16 artists this year for three days, Betsy Siegel's Holiday Show is like an evening with friends, only very talented and extremely creative friends:) The show is held in Ms.Siegel's house. The artists come, clear out the furniture, take over the first floor and voila! All through this post, I will

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There is a certain truth to folk art that is hard to parallel in fine art. Folk Art originates from a culture's untrained artists who want to depict day to day activities or events in a style that is meant only to explain and record. The Village Firefly in Houston is a gallery that has an interesting mix of various folk and mixed media artists. They range from jewelers to potters to painters to

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Yea, what a let down! Such a disservice to artists! I am amazed by the callousness of this place. The only thing that appealed to me was the sculpture garden. Cholamandalam is a collection of galleries in Chennai, India and believe me its a waste of good space. It was blatantly obvious that the politics of the place has completely killed the essence that the founders meant to instill. I walked

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 Gallery Ske "Give me space, Give me space. Now, give me style to do the space." - Me, in a moment of infrequent enlightenment.First their site captures me, then the gallery kisses me. Again, Gallery Ske is set in an older architectural home that is in direct contradiction to the current show. Fabuloso! A few weeks at their new location, the gallery is a maiden with fresh paint and little

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This long break between posts is a credit to my preparation and travel to India for a 2  month vacation:) But being that I am in the land of uber creativity and a very porous art scenario, I am sure to find more than my share to write about. It has been a while since I have walked around without company in Bangalore and reminiscence can be a bitter sweet. Crimson - The Art Resource : There are

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A big thanks to everyone for making the Vibha Auction at University of Houston, a success!! Here are some pictures:) Layout of 16 of my paintings for the Silent Auction Unbelievable Crowd! Darling friend who helped with everything:) I owe it all to hubby Raju who never fails to amaze me with his zeal to see me succeed:)

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Check out my paintings at the Silent Auction at the 'Vibha Vibe' fund raiser event. Part of the proceeds from the sale goes towards Vibha's programs for children. 'Vibha' is a non profit organisation that works towards the security of under privileged children through education and better health. And the Vibha Vibe event is a step towards gathering funds and sponsors to help the cause.

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Tucked in a little corner, the Montrose Art Society has shown works of artists from all kinds of spectrums. I walked in there last weekend with my little daughter to find that the doors to the society were open but there was no one inside! No matter, me and my daughter felt like detectives trying to call out for someone, taking pictures and exploring the area all by our brave selves! I was bowled

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These are in my closet and I am outing them, literally!

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Anybody feel like using the 'I don't think that's possible' excuse should look at this artist. His underwater sculptures are sensational to say the least. Yea, underwater sculptures! My favorite is the La Jardinera de la Esperanza (The Garderner Of Hope) in Cancun, Mexico. Working out of his studio in London, his sculptures have seen acclaim both on land and water. The beautiful, natural reef

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 So my friends have always asked me how I come up with what I want to paint. Do I always know what it's going to look like? Do I have a series in mind at the get go? My answer is yes and no to all those questions. Though there is never a set algorithm to creating art, there definitely is a little idea of where the paint is going to fall. I get inspiration from any place that holds my attention

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There is nothing better than a student art sale to keep all faith in art. The annual Glassell Student Art Sale is an attestation to the fact. As usual, I go browsing and find life in its raw flavor. I totally enjoyed myself and realized my smile didn't fade off until I got into the car and had to deal with traffic. The art sale attracted a sizable crowd from what I saw and that exposure sure did

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Thats how much the paintings stolen from Paris's Musee d'Art Moderne are worth! This is the largest art heist I have heard of in my lifetime and it still seems surreal. Last Thursday, the staff discovered that the paintings were missing just before opening the museum...really! They have state-of-the-art alarm systems in place and three night wardens and someone just walks in there, selects what

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Inversion Coffee House has been a discovery for me this weekend! Attached in the hip to the the Art League Houston, this coffee house is the most uncommon I have ever visited. If you visit, you will be staring. The art installations in the house are so capturing, its hard not to go...aaaah but oooohhhh!! I know I must sound like a child visiting the toy emporium but I cannot stop myself from

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Who would have thought that I would have soaps on my mind for anything other than a wash:) Art is in the soaps for me today! See what I mean! Some of them look delicious enough to eat...at least I would if someone didn't stop me:) Metropolis Soap Co. is one that not only has an amazing collection of flavors but interesting packaging as well. I am a big time admirer of beautiful covers and this

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Should artists, especially the up and coming ones, sell their skills for a lower price until such time when they become known? I was approached by a design house to make commercial art for them. I have no problem doing that. I dont have any grand ideas of my art selling to the richest russian patron for 70 times its cost price(wink, wink Mr.Rothko). But, it seems like there is a certain kind of

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So there is this lovely, old town shop in 'Old Town Spring', TX that has a unique charisma to it. Thads has married art and decor so well, it sings to your soul the minute you enter the shop. I want to call it quaint but that almost makes it sound old grandmotherish and this is no where near there.I am amazed by the owners' eye for the art collection on display. Even the soaps are arranged with

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Udomsak Krisanamis entered my life with a bang....well, as much bang as a book can make. I am an ardent student of technique in expressionistic works. During one of my journeys through off beat books, I came across this very strong creator that had me in awe! The man uses acrylic and noodle on canvas or newsprint! And believes in artistic deconstruction as much as we believe the sky to be blue.

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You know how we walk through art festivals and fairs and collect artists' cards like a ritual but dont really give it a second look later? Not so here. There is something to be said about the exposure an artist gets in local art markets. One such is the First Saturday Arts Market that happens in the Heights on the first saturday of every month in Houston. Today was my first saturday there. I

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Hi! I am Anita. I dream. I appreciate. I am emotional. I am vocal. I am grateful. I guess what I am trying to say is that my identity is never tied to one thing. And I am completely unaware of some of my best and worst qualities:) But I paint with a passion. It has been one of those rare but consistent things in my life. I collect inspiration from everywhere, seriously, I collect it. I have a

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ahem..collar pull, little breathless and a whole lot of pressure.why?it feels like i am a virgin trying to fit in a group of really popular 'co eds' which, is unfamiliar territory for me. fitting in has never been a priority to me. actually, i have secretly revelled in disturbing the normal norm many times.so i am a bit confused why my brain wants to make sure my heart does not take over and

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Contact me if you have any questions or just feel like talking about my work. Email:      anita@colorsbyanita.com Phone:     248.495.3917 Studio:    # 902 Hardy Street,                      Studio # 21                      Houston, TX 77002                  

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