CalVets Mural Project—“It’s All In The Game” By Stacy Kamin On January of 2019 some of the veterans at Cal Vets asked me to paint a mural for their building. John Knight, one of the WWII Veterans, asked that the painting be about certain residents at Cal Vets—Leroy Eckles, Sam Nickens,... Read More
This is a recent interview with Sherrie McGraw. It gives people a different side of her than in the art instructional videos. Hosted by Lori McNee at Fine Art Tips, she helps listeners and viewers discover new things about one of our favorite master artist and instructors.... Read More
At Bright Light Fine Art, as we continue to monitor the evolving situation around the coronavirus (COVID-19), all of our lives will undoubtedly be affected. Our first thought is the safety and well-being of our community, families, other communities, and businesses. We know many are navigating unprecedented... Read More
Many of the greatest artists in American history have walked through the doors of the Salmagundi Club in New York City. Some 55 years ago, a young David Leffel, entered those prestigious doors. And over his lifetime has joined the ranks of those American greats. I'm Tim Newton, Chairman of... Read More
Adding art to your interior can be an excellent way to elevate the feel of a room. Depending on which piece you display, you can change the character of a space and create an aesthetic that is uniquely yours. Now, the location and context of your art can play a... Read More
Bright Light Fine Art is recognized as a top Art Training Membership website for online art instruction! Please read this wonderful article on the honorable mention for our art training memberships and fine art drawing and painting classes, and services. Aug 27, 2019 | Article by Master Oil Painting Author The internet... Read More
Check out this short video on a group of collectors from the Booth Museum in Cartersville, Georgia. They came to our studio for a tour and to see me demonstrate still life, as well as listen to David talk about art and life. There was food and fun! Enjoy.Sherrie and... Read More
The Rijksmuseum 2019 "Year of Rembrandt" Show Marks the 350th Anniversary of His Death The Rijksmuseum yearlong celebration of Rembrandt's work marked the 350th anniversary of the Dutch artist’s death. When my Mom and I heard about a large Rembrandt show at the Rijksmuseum we made arrangements to catch it... Read More
I finished my major work—Obeisance—for American Masters at the Salmagundi Club in New York As this show is fast becoming one of the premier shows to exhibit in, I wanted to paint something special for its 10th Anniversary exhibition. Last year I put in a watershed painting, The Playthings of... Read More
American Masters Exhibition American Masters 10th Anniversary Exhibition & Sale Salmagundi’s Upper Gallery and Parlor, October 8-26, 2018 Gallery Hours: Mon. - Fri., 1-6pm Sat. & Sun., 1-5pm American Masters returns to New York’s legendary Salmagundi Club this October with a special exhibition and sale commemorating its 10th anniversary. American Masters 2018 features nearly 70 of today’s finest realist artists, offering collectors and... Read More
