"Flamenco" is the 2008 Rogue Muse!

My painting "Flamenco" is the 2008 Fresno Rogue Festival Muse!
I was honored and surprised to learn that my art was selected. You'll see her on everything from posters, commercials, all sorts of printed materials, on the Rogue Map Cover and on t-shirts which you can purchase for yourself. If you get any of the above materials and would like me to sign, just find me at Ashtree Studios, one of the official venues of the Rogue Festival and I'll be happy to add my signature.
Now go forth and Rogue!
Feb. 28th - March 8th, 2008
Fresno Rogue Festival
www.roguefestival.com

Art for your New Year!

Hello Everyone,

As the new year begins, I would like to extend thanks to the

Fresno Regional Foundation for inviting me to currently exhibit

14 of my works at their offices. I've included some of my chair

paintings, along with other favorites from recent years.

You can find information regarding the Fresno Regional Foundation

at www.fresnoregfoundation.org

I would also like to thank Fresno Magazine once again for including

me in their December 2007 issue by doing an "artreview" of me.

Thirdly, I'd like to thank all of you ArtHoppers by inviting you to the

next exhibit at Ashtree Studios starting with the ArtHop Opening

Reception, Thursday, January 3rd, 5-9pm.

Featuring our 2007 Pet Show winner: Terrance McArthur.

Terrance displays his whimsical sculptures made from

recycled materials like wire, newspaper and pine needles.

You have to see it to believe it!

And as a special treat, Terrance will be performing storytelling

and doing some demonstrations of his work.

Bring all your friends and family!

And that's not all . . .

We'll also be showing selected works of Donnalee Dunne and

Aileen R. Imperatrice to round out the show.

We look forward to your visit.

Ashtree Studios

1035 N. Fulton

In the Tower District

Fresno, CA 93728

(559) 268-3693

www.ashtreestudios.com

Ashtree Studios Holiday 2007

It's time for that holiday feeling . . .

Fa la la la la la la la la!

Enjoy the parties and buy some local art for you and yours.

Ashtree Studios Holiday 2007

ArtHop Night Reception

Thursday, December 6th

5-9pm

Featuring the art of:

Enrique Lopez,

Donnalee Dunne &

Aileen R. Imperatrice

ArtHop Reception with

Sweet Treats, Hot Cocoa

and live holiday music

provided by Tony Imperatrice.

The Ashtree Studios 2007 Holiday Exhibit

will continue through January 1st 2008!

Ashtree Studios

1035 N. Fulton

In the Tower District

Fresno, CA 93728

(559) 268-3693

www.ashtreestudios.com

Web Arts Marketing Workshop 10/20/07 Ashtree Studios

Web Arts Marketing Workshop 10/20/07 Ashtree Studios

Attention Artists and organizations in support of the arts:

For the first time in history the playing field is leveled through the medium of the internet. This presentation introduces to practitioners of the Arts how to effectively use the web to get your message out and grow new audiences. A definite "must know" not just to survive but to thrive in your craft.

You are invited to an important workshop presented by noted Online Arts Marketing specialist Marcel Nunis and assisted by his client, artist Aileen R. Imperatrice.

Saturday, October 20th, 2007
3-5pm
Ashtree Studios
Limited to 45 attendees.
$10/person payable at the door.
A "How-To" cd is included in the price.

Ashtree Studios
1035 N. Fulton
In the Tower District
Fresno, CA 93728
(559) 268-3693
www.ashtreestudios.com

Web Arts Marketing 10/4/07 at the Fresno Cultural Arts Conf

Web Arts Marketing 10/4/07 at the Fresno Cultural Arts Conf.

Marcel Nunis and Aileen R. Imperatrice will be presenting one of the morning breakout workshops during the 10/4 Fresno Cultural Arts Conference. Web-Marketing to New Audiences: Getting B.I.T.S. [Buts in the seats]. For the first time in history the playing field is leveled through the medium of the internet. This presentation introduces to practitioners of the Arts how to effectively use the web to get your message out and grow new audiences. A definite "must know" not just to survive but to thrive in your craft. If you want to learn how to use the web to promote your art, nonprofit or business, please join us. This one breakout is worth the price of the day's conference and there's so much more. For more information check into http://www.fcash.org

Where you can find my art in October 2007

October is a very busy month for my art:

First and very exciting, I have 2 artworks that will be in the "Bold Expressions" exhibit at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center. I'm particularly excited, because I'll actually be able to attend the Artist Reception on October 27th.
The display, including my 2 chosen: "together/apart" and "Growing into my Roots", opens 11am Tuesday, Oct. 2nd and closes 3pm, Saturday, Oct. 27th.
If you have the opportunity to make it up there and see for yourself, please let me know what you think The Sacramento Fine Arts Center is located at 5330-B Gibbons Drive, Carmichael, CA 95608 and they're even having a Second Saturday Art Walk Reception on Oct. 13th, 5-9pm.

I've been asked back again at Altered Esthetics Gallery in Minneapolis, MN,
this time for the "Dirty Little Secrets" exhibition. This October show will include
4 of my works: "vulnerable", "the confessional", "Boxed up little Secret" and "covering it up with a pretty fabric doesn't always help". The exhibit opens Oct. 4th and runs until Oct. 27th. (I currently have 3 pieces with them as part of the
"Art of Sacrifice" exhibition which runs until the end of September.)

I will have 3 pieces in the Big Fresno Fair: "SuperMe?" from my "Self-Portraits" series, along with "moments" and "now and then" from my current series "Trapped inTransition". You can find the Fine Art created by adults in the Fine Arts Bldg. The fair runs Oct. 3rd-14th. (Also check out the Jr. Art exhibit in the Jr. Exhibits Bldg.)

I will have 2 pieces, "Not Without a Change" and "Flamenco" in the "Pink Show" exhibit at Chris Sorensen's Studio. This is a show with sales benefiting the Debbi Soligian Breast Education Awareness Fund. There will be an ArtHop reception October 4th, 5-8pm and a special Fundraiser reception on Oct. 12th, 5-8:30pm.

The "Community ArtReach" at the UC Center, Fresno (across from Fashion Fair) continues with 10 of my artworks, including the live chair installation that goes with "transparent stability" and a recording of the music written by my husband Tony, that goes with "Will I Dance". You can see and hear these pieces together.
Please go and see for yourself, as the UC Center has once again done a beautiful job of showcasing local artists work.

I will be the featured artist for the month of October at the Milano Restaurant on the Fulton Mall. On display will be my newest work from the "Trapped inTransition" series. Be sure and stop by for the ArtHop reception and sample some of their great food!

Also please go see and perhaps buy some of my art works at the Fresno Art Museum Gallery Shop. www.fresnoartmuseum.org.
And you can also find prints of some of my work at the Mullins Studio/Gallery in Clovis. Tell them I said Hi!

Thanks for reading,
Aileen.

Aileen R. Imperatrice
Ashtree Studios
1035 N. Fulton
In the Tower District
Fresno, CA 93728
(559) 268-3693
www.ashtreestudios.com

Where you can find my art September 2007

Find Aileen’s work at:

· Fresno Art Museum Gallery Shop

2233 N. First St. Fresno, CA 93703

(559) 441-4221

www.fresnoartmuseum.org

· Mullins Studio Gallery

525 4th St. Clovis, CA 93612

(559) 322-0395

www.mullinsstudio.com

· Altered Esthetics Gallery

1224 Quincy St. NE. Minneapolis, MN 55413

(612) 378-8888

www.alteredesthetics.com

· UC Center, Fresno

550 E. Shaw Ave. Fresno, CA 93710

(559) 241-7510

www.ucinthevalley.org

· Ashtree Studios

Her newest art: “Trapped inTransition”

Showing until September 29th, 3pm.

Hours: Th/Fri 1-6pm & Sat 10am-3pm

www.ashtreestudios.com

"Trapped inTransition" Art Exhibition

The Art Show Continues!
Please join me on Thursday, September 6th, from 5-9pm for the Artist Reception at Ashtree Studios for my new art exhibit "Trapped inTransition".
Over the last few years, I've gone through a lot of life transitions and I felt it was time to put some of those experiences onto canvas. The way I've chosen to express these feelings are explored through new methods in my art creation.
This exhibit will run from August 2nd through September 29th.
Our regular hours are Th/Fri 1-6pm and Sat 10am-3pm.

I've been unbelievably busy these last few months and it hasn't just been in getting ready for my August exhibition. I also want to share with you other good news:
During the month of July and into the first week of August, I've been happy to have exhibited one of my "Self-Portraits" series paintings in Baltimore, Maryland at the Metro Gallery as part of their CLIQUE show. The artpiece is "In my fog" - you can see it on my website in the "Self-Portraits" section.
Secondly, I was accepted to exhibit 3 other paintings from this same series in Minneapolis, MN at the Altered Esthetics Gallery as part of The Art of Sacrifice show. The 3 that are going are "things are not well in this house", "Visiting Hours Do Not Apply" and "Torn" - all 3 you can also see on my website. They will be on display for the month of September.
Thirdly, I signed an agreement with the Fresno Art Museum to have 6 of my artworks and 2 prints for sale in their Gallery Shop. Please go visit and consider buying one of my pieces through them. It'll make me look good.

Also . . . I'm happy to be presenting a mini documentary about my life and art to you. This great little video was created by my good friend and arts internet marketing guru Marcel Nunis and features the music of Kien Lim.
You can view it on my website (where you can see other info about my work and Ashtree Studios) at www.ashtreestudios.com
or at www.youtube.com/aileenri
or on http://youtube.com/watch?v=839_fEfP2ww
or Marcel's page http://youtube.com/user/dathang
or on my myspace page.

Take a look and tell me what you think.

Thanks!
Aileen.

Aileen R. Imperatrice
Ashtree Studios
1035 N. Fulton
In the Tower District
Fresno, CA 93728
(559) 268-3693
www.ashtreestudios.com

In case you missed it in the other locations, Welcome to my Mini Doc!

New Things from Aileen

Hello Everyone!
It's time . . .
Please join me on Thursday, August 2nd, from 5-9pm at the Opening Reception at Ashtree Studios for my new art exhibit "Trapped inTransition".

Over the last few years, I've gone through a lot of life transitions and I felt it was time to put some of those experiences onto canvas. The way I've chosen to express these feelings are explored through new methods in my art creation. I'll be posting some of the images soon after the show premieres.
This exhibit will run from August 2nd through September 29th.

I've been unbelievably busy these last few months and it hasn't just been in getting ready for my August exhibition. I also want to share with you other good news.

This month and ending on August 3rd, I've been happy to be exhibiting one of my "Self-Portraits" series paintings in Baltimore, Maryland at the Metro Gallery as part of their CLIQUE show. The artpiece is "In my fog" - you can see it on my website in the "Self-Portraits" section. (I'm hoping someone is buying it so I don't have to worry about getting it back to Fresno.)

Secondly, I was just accepted to exhibit 3 other paintings from this same series in Minneapolis, MN at the Altered Esthetics Gallery as part of The Art of Sacrifice show. The 3 that are going are "things are not well in this house", "Visiting Hours Do Not Apply" and "Torn" - all 3 you can also see on my website. I'm sending them towards the end of this month and they will be on display for the month of September.

Thirdly, I just signed an agreement with the Fresno Art Museum to have 6 of my artworks and 2 prints for sale in their Gallery Shop. Please go visit and consider buying one of my pieces through them. It'll make me look good.

Also . . .
I'm soooo happy to be presenting a mini documentary about my life and art to you. This great little video was created by my good friend and arts internet marketing guru Marcel Nunis and features the music of Kien Lim.
You can view it on my website (where you can see other info about my work and Ashtree Studios) at www.ashtreestudios.com
or at http://youtube.com/watch?v=839_fEfP2ww
or Marcel's page http://youtube.com/user/dathang

or if you would like to friend me on myspace, just email me personally and I'll send you my URL address

and then you can view it on my page.

Take a look and tell me what you think.
Thanks!
Aileen.

Aileen R. Imperatrice

Ashtree Studios

1035 N. Fulton

In the Tower District

Fresno, CA 93728

(559) 268-3693

www.ashtreestudios.com

New Art Exhibit!

Hello Everyone!
It's almost time . . .
Please join me on Thursday, August 2nd, from 5-9pm at the Opening Reception at Ashtree Studios for my new art exhibit "Trapped inTransition".

Over the last few years, I've gone through a lot of life transitions and I felt it was time to put some of those experiences onto canvas. The way I've chosen to express this transitional feeling is explored through new methods/treatments in my art creation. I'll be posting some of the images soon after the show premieres.
This exhibit will run from August 2nd through September 29th.

Also . . .
I'm soooo happy to be presenting a mini documentary about my life and art to you. This great little video was created by my good friend and arts internet marketing guru Marcel Nunis and features the music of Kien Lim.
You can view it on my website (where you can see other info about my work and Ashtree Studios) at www.ashtreestudios.com
or at http://youtube.com/watch?v=839_fEfP2ww
or Marcel's page http://youtube.com/user/dathang

or if you would like to friend me on myspace, just email me personally and I'll send you my URL address

and then you can view it on my page.

Take a look and tell me what you think.
Thanks!
Aileen.

Aileen R. Imperatrice

Ashtree Studios

1035 N. Fulton

In the Tower District

Fresno, CA 93728

(559) 268-3693

www.ashtreestudios.com

New Art on the Way!

It's been a while since my last blog (wow that sounds like a confession), but I've been busy in my studio working on a new series. I'll be premiering all new art for the August 2007 ArtHop, Thursday, 2nd - Yikes that's coming up quickly . . .
The Opening Reception will be 5-9pm that evening.
I don't want to give anything away yet, just know that there is a little of my previous thoughts with some new methods.
Until then please stop in at Ashtree Studios and enjoy the work of featured artist Donnalee Dunne, along with prints by Enrique Lopez and on the 1033 side gallery, I'm showing my collective work while also inviting you to take a look at some of the art of which I'm willing to negotiate a price.
That's right, I'm having an Inventory Reduction Sale. Some of my work is available for a price we can work out with you. Come and take a look for yourself.
Our regular hours are Thursday/Friday 1-6pm and Saturday 10am-3pm.

Since my last Post

My life has been in transition and it has kept me from posting what has been happening at Ashtree Studios as of late.
Ashtree is proud to be continuing its show and sale of the limited edition, signed prints of Enrique Lopez. He was a friend and I admired his work. Many have come by to see what remains. We hope that more will decide to purchase his prints and take his legacy home with you or to your office for others to enjoy as well.
I continue to offer my work for viewing and buying. I am currently working on a new series that will include some subjects from a previous series, but will be executed with a new treatment and will reflect my current state of mind. Ashtree Studios has also expanded in space with the opening of the side gallery 1033, where I will continue to have most of my artwork. This is the gallery space last occupied by Enrique and I'm hoping his spirit will encourage me to go forward and give us the good luck to sell more work.
In the main gallery 1035, Ashtree is happy to host an exhibit of work by Donnalee Dunne. She is a creator of interesting art with fabric, weaving and oil paintings. We have been friends for quite a while and she has helped curate some of the other shows at Ashtree Studios. We welcome her.
The Opening ArtHop Reception will be Thursday, June 7th 5-9pm with refreshments to enjoy. Please come on by and say hello to Donnalee and Aileen.

Ashtree Studios January 2007 Exhibition

Cats, Eggs and Chairs, Oh My! New Year, Newer Works Ashtree Studios January 2007 Art Exhibition
ArtHop Opening Reception for Ashtree Studios January 2007 Exhibition, "Cats, Eggs and Chairs, Oh My! New Year, Newer Works." Opening Thursday, Jan. 4th, 5-9pm. Featuring the work of artists Ellen Bayne, Donnalee Dunne and Aileen R. Imperatrice. Each woman displays a unique series. Ellen Bayne was our 1st Annual Pet Show - Best in Show Winner from Oct. 2006. Donnalee Dunne continues to be a dynamic teacher in the arts and creating new works of her own. Aileen R. Imperatrice maintains her involvement with community cultural events and creates art that is expressive to her emotional journeys. The exhibition will remain on display from Jan. 4th through to Jan. 27th.

Ashtree Studios regular gallery hours: Thursday/Friday 1-6pm and Saturday 10am-3pm

Ashtree Studios
1035 N. Fulton
In the Tower District
Fresno, CA 93728
(559) 268-3693
www.ashtreestudios.net