about my work...

"I paint Niagara for the same reason Monet painted his haystacks over and over ...the ever changing light".

Creativity art workshops & retreats

Creativity art workshops & retreats
See website for other locations www.permissiongranted.org

Sunday, September 17, 2017

Sarasota, Anna Maria Island, Florida March 1-2, 2018 Art and Visualization workshop

American Contemporary plein air painter. 
 I usually spend a few weeks painting in the Sarasota Anna Maria Longboat Key area
Bayfront, Sarasota
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  Anna Maria Island
Sarasota


Dates for Sarasota plein air painting workshop 2018 are March 1 and 2nd www.permissiongranted.org registration is available conveniently online by PayPal.

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Watercolor Workshop - "The intuitive qualities of water" Niagara Falls

American Contemporary plein air painter
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"The intuitive qualities of water". This is a series I am doing. The medium of watercolor, because it utilizes the vehicle of water, allows you to free up limitations, inhibitions and become more intuitive, as you allow your most 'authentic creative self' to flow from your heart space through your brush by the amazing qualities of 'water'.

Plain everyday water can be 'a life force' , 'a creative force' and a 'change force' for your inward and outer reality. The fluid characteristics of water, allow for delightfully uncontrolled, genuine responses.

Who can benefit from "The intuitive qualities of watercolor" workshop ?...
 non artists
watercolor artists
oil painters and
those who work in other mediums...

I worked in watercolor for 25 years exclusively, to loosen up my painting style, after formal training as a child from the age of ten.
Professionally, I continue to use watercolors for the very personal response it brings into my work. Contact me for more info and future dates at my studio for this workshop series. www.permissiongranted.org #niagarawatercolorpaintingworkshop #niagarafallspaintings #jrbaldiniartist
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Saturday, August 26, 2017

2018 Call for Signature Artists - Deadline approaching August 31, 2017

American Contemporary plein air painter. SHARE Don't miss this opportunity - this is our first Artist Call in 3 years GO TO: http://ipap.homestead.com/Signature_instructions.html International Plein Air Painters has been the host organization for the Great WORLDWIDE Paint Out for 15 years. Go to the IPAP website at www.i-p-a-p.com

Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Maine art workshop July 24 -28, 2017

American Contemporary plein air painter. I've been holding this workshop for 11 years on Monhegan Island with clinical psychologist Molly DeLaney who provides creative visualization techniques to help participants immerse themself in the higher vibrational energy of this tiny island 10 miles off the coast of Maine. Step off the boat and back in time about 60 years, when life was simple and slower. The island is a half mile wide, by one and a half miles long and boasts the highest headlands on the East Coast at 165 ft above sea level and 12 miles of trails, as 3/4 of Monhegan Island is undeveloped, thanks to an association protecting the lands by Ted Edison in 1954, the youngest child of inventor Thomas Edison. Everywhere you look is a 'painting waiting to be created' . Find out more details about this unique workshop at www.permissiongranted.org or 1.800.393.7270

Friday, January 13, 2017

Sarasota - Anna Maria Florida March art workshop

American Contemporary plein air painter. Florida art workshop in Sarasota and Anna Maria March 2 and 3rd, 2017 www.permissiongranted.org

Friday, December 9, 2016

Niagara Falls 10th annual "Day in an Artist Studio" Feb 5, 2017

American Contemporary plein air painter. Feb 5, 2017 - Looking for that unique Gift ? 10th annual "A Day in an Artist Studio" Niagara Falls is an experience to give or share with someone you love. Learn, Laugh, Relax and go home with a new way of looking at your world AND a finished oil painting !! That's a tall order, but I promise, all you need to do is register for this all inclusive mini holiday workshop and I'll show you how to change your thinking about what you believe you can do...http://www.permissiongranted.org/Artist-Studio.html #artworkshop #niagaraartworkshop #paintingworkshop

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Cats of Greece series - J. R. Baldini

American Contemporary plein air painter.

"Cats of Greece - town of Kapi" original acrylic painting on #140 HP D.Arches paper - shipped across one border and headed for Australia...it was a bit sad letting this one go, but it is supporting a good cause and you can always bid on this and other very talented artists paintings online - more info to come at Magpie Springs - Gallery.Cellar Door.Vineyard exhibit by International artists in November... #jrbaldiniartist #catpaintings #paintingsofGreece  





Saturday, August 20, 2016

Plein Air Painting in Maine

American Contemporary plein air painter.

Painting Maine
New workshop being organized for this Fall 
Email us if you are interested.
www.permissiongranted.org

Sunday, July 10, 2016

Monhegan Maine art workshop August 1-5, 2016

American Contemporary plein air painter.


What are the benefits to taking a workshop like this ?

In just 2 days time, you will be more relaxed and energized.
You will laugh more, play more and meet some interesting people with different points of view,
You will eat amazingly fresh, healthy food, get more active out in nature and make some new friends who are there for a lot of the reasons you are. Go one step further and stay with J. R. and Molly in a family home right on the harbor that boasts the most amazing view and sunsets.

READY TO JOIN US ?
ONE SPACE just opened up in this workshop - at one of the most beautiful, relaxing locations on the east coast for
August 1 -5, 2016 on Monhegan Island, Maine, an island long famous as an artist island.

Step off the boat and into a slow 1960's frame of mind with painting subjects all around you. Space is limited to 15 participants and I have one 'room and workshop' inclusive package available .
http://www.permissiongranted.org/Maine_art_workshop.html

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Monhegan Island Plein Air Painting workshop August 1-5, 2016

American Contemporary plein air painter. 
Are you searching for a fun art workshop in a different type of location,but still not an ocean away ?

How about only 10 miles of ocean to reach the tiny island of Monhegan in Maine ?

You know how sometimes you forget how awesome you are ? Let us help you reconnect with the 'confident you' that you've put aside to do 'the stuff that happens in life'...don't just go with the flow, live life like you do in your happiest moments. Realize, this is not just a workshop in learning or relearning to paint, it's a workshop to help you remember where you left yourself. Remembering your core of who you truly are - awesome, just the way you are. Join us in Maine for 2016 on 'the tiny island that time forgot' step off the boat and into a way of life that existed in the 1960's. It was a slower time, An era where who you were, counted. You talked to people you met on the street, you ate real food, you breathed clean air and you daydreamed and believed that anything you set your mind on could happen. Have a look at my website and see if anything I talk about resonates with you...
‪#‎womenartistsartworkshops‬ ‪#‎creativevisualizationretreat‬ ‪#‎monheganislandretreat‬ ‪#‎retreatinmaine There's still a few spaces left in this focus on creativity painting workshop.
Book now at http://www.permissiongranted.org
 

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Join us in Greece 2016 from International Plein Air Painters

American Contemporary plein air painter.
wanna join me & a group of really creative, fun people in Greece this October ? 
 
We'll be doing 1 nite in Athens, 7 days on an beautiful small island where Leonard Cohen has a house, explore historic sites, have fabulous GMO free food, learn how to photograph on a walking tour with Master Photographer C. Vandersluys and dance, laugh and relax... 
 
You will not find a better price than this ...(not for artists only)
 
UPDATE : GREECE is still holding - all details at http://ipap.homestead.com/IPAP-15-YEAR-celebration.html
contact : E-mail: info@eurynomejourneys.com
Erja Lipponen tour director for application form

Sunday, January 24, 2016

9th annual Niagara "Day in an Artist Studio" Feb 7, 2016

American Contemporary plein air painter. http://www.permissiongranted.org/Artist-Studio.html 9th Annual Day in an artist studio - February 7, 2016 Sign up for a one day 'Mini Holiday" Give the gift to yourself or someone on your friend list. Workshop one day only... Experience what it's like to be an "ARTIST FOR A DAY", whether you've ever even picked up a paintbrush before or not. Our annual, all inclusive mini holiday - a DAY IN AN ARTIST'S STUDIO- sensory workshop You are invited to the experience of spending a creative day in an artist studio to awaken the creative person you truly are. Come feel the warmth of an inviting cozy fire, Sip the gourmet coffee and teas Enjoy a light lunch with new friends All supplies needed to create your personal oil painting. EVERYONE is creative - come spend a creative relaxing day with us ... Includes 10 - 3 pm workshop instruction 1 artist canvas Use of environmentally friendly oil paints and brushes Learn how body & mind connect to help you use your this new found creativity to relieve stress and affect people around you. only $65.00 per person + tax ($73.45) Go home with your finished original painting Sign up with a friend and give yourself the gift of time limited space available for this workshop Studio location 7973 Lundy's Lane Niagara Falls, Ontario Adult or preapproved juvenile Call 1 800 393-7270 or 905.354.8692 to register *Full payment is required by PayPal to hold your space in the workshop. Questions ? Call Mon-Sat EST 9-5 at 1 800 393-7270

Sunday, November 29, 2015

Niagara Fine Arts Gallery Holiday Open House

American Contemporary plein air painter. Niagara Fine Arts Gallery Holiday Open House
we'll be all decked out - stop by and maybe pick up something you'll love to live with ! ‪#‎niagaraartgallery‬ ‪#‎niagaraopenhouse‬ There will be a special offer for the "Day in an Artist " studio all inclusive art workshop for teens to adult. Come say hello

Monday, October 12, 2015

Art Workshop Sarasota, Florida March 2016

American Contemporary plein air painter. NEW workshop for 2016. Going to be in Florida for the winter ? Join us in Sarasota for this annual awesome workshop. Bring a friend, it's doubly awesome smile emoticon
http://artworkshops.homestead.com/florida.html
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Niagara Falls Plein air painting art workshop Sept 11-12, 2015

American Contemporary plein air painter. Paint Niagara September 11-12, 2015 More details at http://artworkshops.homestead.com/niagara.html Only a few more outdoor workshops left in the Niagara Region for 2015. Toll free for more info or to register 800.393.7270

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Adventure of a Marginally Successful Musician - book review

American Contemporary plein air painter.

I met Bill in 2015 during this tour stop with Neil Diamond in upstate NY. I listened to some of his songs on the internet. The guy is multi talented. Just finished reading his book slice by slice. I've been an artist all my life, and always thought, an artist , is an artist, is an artist. I mean, we all 'kind of ' have the same creative and managerial problems, right ? Musicians are 'out there' all the time and as his books describes, they're team players, something I've never dealt with on a daily basis in my career.
I found inspirational gems in his book like,  ' connecting with your subject in songwriting, relating to your subject, then transferring that emotion, having the song speak to someone else.  I used some of his quotes in my workshop last week - they related so well to painting. We're all out there trying to find our own creative language to communicate better - Bill Cinque has found his...He comes across as entertainingly funny, and a humble guy, check him out. www.billcinque.com



Saturday, July 25, 2015

Monhegan Island Maine art workshop August 3-7

American Contemporary plein air painter.

"Monhegan Fish Beach"
6x6 oil on linen study

more info on workshop at

Art & Psychology workshop
learn to use your filters to tap into your creativity
in a gentle, different kind of workshop.
All  levels welcome
Here's 3 different ways to participate and about the island...

Monhegan is like no other island. It is 10 miles out in the Atlantic Ocean. Imagine waking up every morning and walking this tiny island one and a half miles long . Spending the entire day - sun up to sun down in a painters fantasy !

 Here's 3 different ways to participate
 1.Not looking to paint with instruction ? Join the group on a 2 half day sessions, participate in critiques, discussion and socializing for 5 days at $200.00

2. 2 full days refresher workshop Aug 3-4 $297.00

3. Full Workshop with instruction. etc. for 5 days $597.00 

Contact us today to see if this workshop is what you've been looking for
J.R. Baldini
Molly DeLaney, Psy.D
instructors

Thursday, July 16, 2015

Art Workshops Maine, Niagara Falls and Niagara on the Lake

American Contemporary plein air painter.

Every art workshop has something to offer. If you're beginner, you can find classes in local art and community centers. About 25 years ago, I taught some of these at an art center and the YWCA. When the art budgets in New York State began to be cut back, students continued with me at my private studio. I now do workshops in great locations like Niagara Falls, Florida, and a tiny island in Maine.

 

Upcoming workshop retreat

Monhegan Island, Maine August 3-7, 2015

 Here's 3 different ways to participate and about the island...

Monhegan is like no other island. It is 10 miles out in the Atlantic Ocean. Imagine waking up every morning and walking this tiny island one and a half miles long . Spending the entire day - sun up to sun down in a painters fantasy !

 Here's 3 different ways to participate
 1.Not looking to paint with instruction ? Join the group on a 2 half day sessions, participate in critiques, discussion and socializing for 5 days at $200.00

2. 2 full days refresher workshop Aug 3-4 $297.00

3. Full Workshop with instruction. etc. for 5 days $597.00
more information at www.permissiongranted.org

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Niagara on the Lake, Canada - Watercolor workshop

American Contemporary plein air painter.
 WATERCOLOR workshop
July 9-11, 2015, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario CANADA
www.ipap.homestead.com/art_workshops.html
Paint in what is called the prettiest town in Ontario.
There are beautiful parks, gardens and waterfront locations to make this a dream area to paint in.
Participants should have at least an entry level knowledge of drawing before registering for this watercolor workshop. If you do not already have supplies, please check with us before purchasing
Painting demo each morning. Workshop is 9- 4:00 pm each day .more info :
#artworkshops #pleinairartworkshops

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Niagara on the Lake, Ontario - oil painting

American Contemporary plein air painter.

This 6"x 6" x 3" oil painting of the Niagara on the Lake Cenotaph a well loved town icon, is available at the gallery this week $175.00 - no frame needed - the depth of this piece is a nice accent statement. It's been named by me a Spundulik (sbun doo leek) The idea for these tiny paintings was to give people a way to collect original art in a fun way.
The Spundulik is an art lovers hors d'oeuvre that likes to hang out in tiny spaces in your home or office. This original painting is sure to bring a smile to your face, each time you say...
Spundulik

 www.jrbaldini.com




Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Original oil painting "Crabapple Blossoms"

American Contemporary plein air painter. I will be doing some sales online. "Crabapple Blossoms" oil on 6" x 6" X 3" deep wrap canvas $175.00 is available. Contact me at inquiry(at)jrbaldini.com to purchase www.jrbaldini.com

Sunday, April 26, 2015

The Red House Monhegan Island

American Contemporary plein air painter. "The Sun Also Rises " The Red House, Monhegan Island - made famous by artist Jamie Wyeth 6x8 oil on canvas - glare on right from wet paint contact me to purchase - Sold
Monhegan Island, painting workshop August 3-7, 2015 more info here

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Sarasota Longboat Key plein air painting art workshop

American Contemporary plein air painter. Recently spent a few weeks painting in the Sarasota/Longboat Key area Dates for Sarasota plein air painting workshop will be posted on www.permissiongranted.org as soon as they are available.