Barbara Benda

Barbara Benda Nagle, RRWS, received the Artworks Art and Frame Award for her painting, Chase Crew, at the Northstar Watermedia Society’s Fourth National Juried Exhibition, which is held at the White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Avenue, in  White Bear Lake, Minnesota from September 10 – October 18, 2018.  This award presented by juror Rachel Daly included a $200 Gift Certificate plus a gift bag filled with watercolor supplies valued at $200 from Artworks Art and Frame, Excelsior, MN. 

Chase Crew, Acrylic on canvas            Rachel Daly presenting award                       Award donors and sponsors, Steve and Jane Hart from

Artworks Art and Frame , Excelsior, MN

I hope you had a fabulous summer! How would you like to cap it off by retreating to the northwoods of Wisconsin to Dillman’s Bay Resort on Sand Lake in Lac du Flambeau.  I will be teaching a 5 Day Beginning Drawing and Watercolor workshop there on September 24-28th.  Join us for a fabulous week of learning, connecting, and growing as an artist. There is 24/7 access to the beautiful studios, not to mention all that the lake resort has to offer. If anyone wants to join in, it’s not too late to sign up. We currently have a few spots available.

BONUS: Bring a friend, a new student to your class and there is a $100 appreciation gift to be applied to your class and/or shared with the new registrant.If you feel you cannot afford this, please know there are scholarships available for those in need. The information is on the Dillman’s website. Click on the link below to see what I will be offering to you. I hope to see you there!

http://www.dillmans.com/dcaf/2018/barbara-benda-nagle.html

Beverly, my twin, and I were honored to be the first solo art exhibitors at the brand new Dakota Vines Winery and Vineyard in Colfax, North Dakota. Owner Bob and Deb Grosz knew me because I taught their daughter in 5th grade. Beverly and I hung the first show there and became a part of their history! It is our first twin show together as feature artists. All paintings are for sale. Our exhibit began on the opening June 15th and will conclude the end of August.  Please visit their website for hours and directions. It is a beautiful place settled in the scenic, wooded area near the river. It is a perfect place to go for a weekend drive. Website: Dakota Vines Winery and Vineyard  

Barbara with the rooster, Razmatazz

Beverly with her Dakota Vines painting done in acrylic

Barbara’s watercolor flower

Beverly’s painting of the Mexican flower, Obelisco

The beautiful interior at Dakota Vines features a professional gallery space with natural light and plenty of space for social connection.