GREETINGS, and welcome to the Art Rooms of Havre de Grace visual artist
Liz Arango-Howshall and trumpeter and composer Paul J. Howshall.
-- The art room of visual artist Liz Arango-Howshall, includes artist information,schedule of workshops, galleries, upcoming art shows and links.
-- The music room of jazz trumpeter, composer and vocalist Paul J. Howshall, offers his
biography, booking information, CDs, past performances, photos and a listing of upcoming gigs.
-- Gallery of original artwork.
-- The Studio & Classroom at The Art Rooms Professional Art Supplies Schedule of Art Classes,
Workshops & Demos by Local Leading Art Educators & Artists.
We hope you enjoy your visit.
If you have any questions, please contact us at...
If you have any questions, please contact us at...
116 N. Washington Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078
E-mail: theartrooms@verizon.net Website: www.hdgartists.com
E-mail: theartrooms@verizon.net Website: www.hdgartists.com
The Art Rooms Hours:
Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12 Noon - 5:00 PM
Closed Sunday & Monday
Phone: 410-939-6424
We are open on Sundays for our Special Programs and Art Demonstrations.
Art Lessons, Workshop and Even Free Demonstrations Available -- Call For Details on our Art Lessons or click on link!!
Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12 Noon - 5:00 PM
Closed Sunday & Monday
Phone: 410-939-6424
We are open on Sundays for our Special Programs and Art Demonstrations.
Art Lessons, Workshop and Even Free Demonstrations Available -- Call For Details on our Art Lessons or click on link!!
"Shelby" - Official Greeter and Store Manager
"No artist is an island--the Art Rooms in Havre de Grace is a resource of useful, quality materials and moreover, a connection to other artists, opportunities and community".
--Kenneth Jones, Associate Professor of Art, Harford Community College STOP IN FOR COMPETITIVE PRICES ON ALL MAJOR BRANDS:
SENNELIER + REMBRANT + ROBERT SIMMONS + SILVER BRUSH
PAN PASTEL + HOLBEIN + MASTERSON + WINSOR & NEWTON
GRUMBACHER + MASQUEPIN + ARCHES + GOLDEN + CANSON
AQUA-RESIN + AMPERSAND + PLUTONIUM + JACQUARD
FREDRIX + ART ALTERNATIVES + SPEEDBALL + STRATHMORE
SENNELIER + REMBRANT + ROBERT SIMMONS + SILVER BRUSH
PAN PASTEL + HOLBEIN + MASTERSON + WINSOR & NEWTON
GRUMBACHER + MASQUEPIN + ARCHES + GOLDEN + CANSON
AQUA-RESIN + AMPERSAND + PLUTONIUM + JACQUARD
FREDRIX + ART ALTERNATIVES + SPEEDBALL + STRATHMORE
The Art Rooms has a large selection of Studio and Plein Air Easels and Drafting Tables!
AQUA-RESIN® is an easy to use, opaque, non-toxic composite fabricating resin. This water-based material can be used in casting and molding and is primarily used with fiberglass reinforcement.
Permanent in all interior as well as most exterior applications, it has numerous uses in such diverse fields as scenic design, architecture, sculpture, and prototype and product development.
Permanent in all interior as well as most exterior applications, it has numerous uses in such diverse fields as scenic design, architecture, sculpture, and prototype and product development.
The Art Rooms is the only retailer of Aqua-Resin in the state of Maryland!!
R&F Encaustic Paints are handmade of purified beeswax, damar resin and high quality pigments. The resin raises the melting temperature of the wax and hardens it so that it can be polished to a gloss.
Encaustic is an ancient technique, dating to the 5th century BC. Wax is melted on a heated palette and applied to a rigid surface. It is then fused or "burned in" to create exquisite visual effects. Encaustic can be sculpted, molded, textured, layered, collaged, scribed or scraped, and can always be reworked by reheating. Extremely durable, it will not deteriorate yellow or darken over time and is impervious to moisture.
R&F Encaustic Paints are made in the USA in small batches, with each color milled to bring out the individual characteristics of the pigment. The proportion of wax to resin is varied to bring out a uniform workability and hard finish. 104 ml cakes are about the size of a bar of soap.
Other Great Products Available...
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New Arrival at The Art Rooms at a fantastic Introductory Price!
SENNELIER ARTISTS' ACRYLICS Since 1887, the Sennelier name has been synonymous with quality, artist-driven innovation and an unfailing commitment to the advancement of art. Today, they have applied their expertise, experience and unerring eye for color to create Sennelier Acrylique Paints. Sennelier has selected pigments of the highest quality, from the most demanding chemical laboratories, in order to maximize purity and clarity of tone. With 120 shades, Sennelier offers one of the broadest palettes on the market, including four interference colors and six iridescent tones. Sennelier has also developed a complete offering of fluid and gel media, lacquers and other additives that give the artist the flexibility to modify the texture, viscosity, transparency, or luminosity of the paint. Any artist can glaze, burnish, thicken, mask, top, thin, mix or create his own recipes!
SENNELIER ARTISTS' ACRYLICS Since 1887, the Sennelier name has been synonymous with quality, artist-driven innovation and an unfailing commitment to the advancement of art. Today, they have applied their expertise, experience and unerring eye for color to create Sennelier Acrylique Paints. Sennelier has selected pigments of the highest quality, from the most demanding chemical laboratories, in order to maximize purity and clarity of tone. With 120 shades, Sennelier offers one of the broadest palettes on the market, including four interference colors and six iridescent tones. Sennelier has also developed a complete offering of fluid and gel media, lacquers and other additives that give the artist the flexibility to modify the texture, viscosity, transparency, or luminosity of the paint. Any artist can glaze, burnish, thicken, mask, top, thin, mix or create his own recipes!
Adult & Childrens Art Lessons Schedule - January 2012
Beginning Oil Painting and Watercolor Landscape Class (for beginners & intermediates adult students) - Check out our Art Lessons link for more information on these classes and our regular childrens classes.
Beginning Oil Painting and Watercolor Landscape Class (for beginners & intermediates adult students) - Check out our Art Lessons link for more information on these classes and our regular childrens classes.
JANUARY 2012 …UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Saturday, January 14, 2012 - From 1:30 to 3:30 Youth "Manga Illustration & Storytelling Workshop", with Phillip Parrish. Learn how to create dynamic characters as you work in your own Comics! Just bring your imagination! Workshop is appropriate for age levels 10 to 99 years old! Advance Registration is required 410-939-6424. Cost is $40.00 and all workshop materials will be provided! Sunday, January 22nd, 2012 from 1:30 to 4:30: "Modern Mural Painting Techniques Workshop", with Artist, Ryan Day McGann. A step by step workshop were you will learn how to grid your design or photo and how to scale your image accurately to create your very own mural with Acrylic paints. Join us and Ryan in The Art Rooms Art Studio for this fun workshop! Cost is $40.00, all materials will be provided. Early Registration is a must! RSVP via Facebook or call The Art Rooms at 410-939-6424.
Mural by Ryan Day McGann
Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 1:30 to 3:30 - "How to grow your Art Business in today's Economy Workshop with Amber Woods", Join us and Amber in this educational workshop in the art studio of The Art Rooms Professional Art Supplies. This workshop is for artists who are serious about growing their art business in these economic times. We will examine effective ways to self promote and advertise for your personal art business in low cost ways students will have the opportunity to share personal struggles and we will address tactics to overcome many of the hurdles artist face when trying to grow their art business. We will cover online and social media tools, traditional self-marketing techniques and creative ways to get others interested in your art work.
Space is limited to 10 students, RSVP in advance is required. Cost of workshop is $25.00. Students should bring 1 piece of their work to share with class and any questions you may have. You may register by calling The Art Rooms 410-939-6424 or via The Art Rooms Professional Art Supplies facebook page.
Space is limited to 10 students, RSVP in advance is required. Cost of workshop is $25.00. Students should bring 1 piece of their work to share with class and any questions you may have. You may register by calling The Art Rooms 410-939-6424 or via The Art Rooms Professional Art Supplies facebook page.
January - March Upcoming Special Event for Children & Adults
Calling all Artists…HELP OUR HOMELESS ANIMALS!!! This event is open to all artists, non-artists, adults & children. If you want to make a difference, join us!!
The Art Rooms Professional Art Supplies Fifth Annual "The Town Goes to the Dogs & Cats" fundraising Event to benefit our local Humane Society!
This is how it works:When you purchase either a CAT or DOG Manikin from The Art Rooms from January through March 1st, 2012 your purchase will donate $2.50 and The Art Rooms will match your donation! A total donation of $5.00 per manikin sold will go to the Humane Society.Cost of each Cat or Dog Manikin is $17.79.
Artists are asked to decorate and/or paint their Cat or Dog Manikin.
Bring it back to The Art Rooms no later than Friday, March 9th by 5:00 pm.
Judging will occur the week of March 13th.
Show is judged by Harford Community College Art Department. The 2012 judges are to be announced.
Best Cat and Best Dog Manikin will be selected for adult and children's category. Each winner will be awarded a $20.00 Gift Card to The Art Rooms. Runners up will receive great art materials gift baskets!
Reception for "The Town goes to the Dogs and Cats" will be on Saturday, March 24th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at The Art Rooms. Student Music Recital by the Beth Baker talented young students. Reception is co-sponsored by the Laurrapin Grille and Tidewater Restaurant of Havre de Grace, Maryland.
For more information about "The Town Goes to the Dogs & Cats" please visit, call 410-939-6424 or email The Art Rooms at theartrooms@verizon.net.