Sip, Chat & Paint – Monday, April 7th @6pm

You are invited to grab a friend and come out for an evening of fun while you create a work of art. This is a great way to create an original work of art you’ll be proud to hang on your wall or give as a gift. Class is held in the spacious dining hall at the Senior Center. Refreshments are included: Tasty snacks and a selection of wines. The class size is limited to 24, so we suggest you sign up early due to the popularity of this fun-raiser. All supplies are provided. This month we will be painting a 14″ x 14″ “Paint your imagination” with artist Amy Howell.

* Please be sure to wear comfortable clothes that you won’t mind getting permanent paint spots on.

REGISTRATION $30 PER PERSON plus a small convenience fee. NO REFUNDS

Buy your tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/sip-chat-and-paint-with-amy-howell

If you prefer to pay by cash or check, please visit the Foundation office at the Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave S. or call Amy Oatley @ 727-893-1244 or email her at mpscfoundation@tampabay.rr.com.

Many thanks to our sponsor Florida Family Cremations for the purchase of easels.

ATTENTION LOCAL ARTISTS: the Foundation is looking for a few artists willing to share their talent with an enthusiastic group of up to 24 student painters.

Artist BIO:

Amy Howell

I began focusing on taking my artwork to a new level in the five years since moving to Gulfport. I graduated with a BA in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana where I found my artistic expression in painting and photography.

I am inspired by the abstract expressionists with their freedom of color, composition, and pushing the limits of possibility. I can relate to their dynamic energy with today’s current events which often influence the pieces I am working on. Working intuitively, I allow the piece to transform, like an evolving puzzle. I want the viewer to personally connect to my art if listening to music, responding emotionally with their own interpretation.

My work is currently being shown at DRV Gallery in Gulfport. I am a member of The Morean Arts Center, the Warehouse Arts District Association, and the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance. I have been accepted to various juried shows including the Art Festival Beth-el, St. Petersburg, the Gulfport Fine Arts Festival, Five Deuces Gallery, St. Petersburg, Art Jones Artist Studio Tours, Gulfport, PAVA’s Cool Art Show, St. Petersburg, Gulfport’s International ArtOut, and the Warehouse Arts District Association, St. Petersburg.