Summer Colors, Vera Neuman Inspired

By Vera Newmann

When I was growing up, Vera Neumann's brightly colorful graphic scarves and table accessories were the height of cool.  Vera was a one-woman empires, known for her timeless, hand-drawn patterns that made everything look happy.  Her signature quote, "A bland cocoon is a dull existence" gave inspiration to anyone who ever wanted to add a splash of color to their home or wardrobe style.   I love her happy style!

I have been creating my summer collection for my upcoming show at the Rehoboth Art League 40th Outdoor Art Show and hoping to bring a bit of happiness into my work as well.  I hope you can join me at the beach to enjoy the sun, sand and fun!  Booth #34~

Cool Lemons

Beach Calling

Rehoboth Art Show
August 10-11 & 17-18, 10-5pm

12 Dodds Lane
Rehoboth, DE  19971

Booth #34

My Summer Artist Residency ~ The Torpedo Factory Art Center

 My Summer Artist Residency~ The Torpedo Factory Art Center

Downtown Alexandria

I am very excited to be awarded a summer art residency at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, Virginia.  My residency begins June 1 where I will be working in Studio 308 creating and selling originals and prints. 

Inside the Torpedo Factory

Studio Hours:  Artists are required to keep their studios open a certain number of hours per week but my schedule is flexible.  To ensure that my studio will be open for your visit, please contact me via my website.  MarthaSpak

All visiting artist for Summer 2013 were chosen by juror Maria Karametou.  They are:  Martha Spak, Susan Emmerson, Regina Izaguire, Chris Motley, Linda Lowery, Caroline McCatty, Artemus  Meindanis, Marcelo Novo, Tamara Wilkerson.

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Open House June 1 at 11am to meet all the summer art residents.  Please plan to stop by!

Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314

10am - 6pm Daily
10am-9pm Thursdays
   (2nd Thursday Art Night every month 6 - 9pm.)

Exhibition and Workshop at the Rehoboth Art League

Dune Walk, M.Spak

Early Summer Moon, M.Spak

My exhibition

"Color, Light, Drama"  at the 

Rehoboth Art League   April 1-29, 2013

Come celebrate spring at the beach!  

You are cordially invited to my new exhibition and workshop at the Rehoboth Art League, 12 Dodds Lane, Rehoboth Delaware April 1- 30, 2013.   
Twenty of my new seascapes and special scenes of Delmarva landscape will be available to view and purchase throughout the month.  I will be hosting a workshop entitled "Creating Atmosphere in Seascapes" April 6 from 1-2:30pm.  If you are interested in attending, please contact the art league at (302) 227-8408.  

There is also a special opening reception at the art league's Corkran Gallery April 5 from 5-7pm.  Please plan to attend these events if you are in town, it would be lovely to see you~

Cape Henlopen Walk, M.Spak

Gordon's Pond, M.Spak

Moroccan Art and Culture

Beautiful Sights, Sounds and Tastes in Marrakech~

Hotel lobby

In the medina

We made last minute travel plans to a far away and beautiful place for a few days -Morocco! 

We arrived in Marrakech which lies near the foothills of the snow capped Atlas Mountains and a few hours from the Sahara Desert.  

Morning traffic Marrakech

Olive vendor

With just a few days to see all we could, we headed for the medina or the historic district of the city.   At any time of day, the large, enclosed city square is full of constantly moving buggies, people, and carts.   It was a feast for the senses!

We saw fabulous art by Karim Marrakchi.  His large scale paintings have dynamic energy and beautiful colors~ so inspiring!

By artist, Karim Marrakchi

  An exceptional opportunity we had to try before leaving this historic place...a camel ride in the desert!