Brenda Layman’s article, “Yelps, Hoots, and Cackles at NTWF Calling Event,” was published in the Spring 2018 issue of Ohio Valley Outdoors magazine. The magazine covers outdoor sports and events in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Layman is a frequent contributor to the magazine.
“Red Iris,” created using Vivian Ripley’s “water method,” recently took best of show at an exhibit at the McConnell Arts Center In Columbus, Ohio. Her special watercolor technique is spotlighted in a chapter in “The Watercolor Landscape Techniques of 23 International Artists.” Her paintings are in collections in the U.S., Canada, Great Britain, France, and Japan.
Vivian Ripley developed her unique “water method” using a large flat damp watercolor brush to move the pastel in a free manner to form the basis and much of the painting. Details are added to end the work. This method must be done on … ...See more
Central Ohio Branch member, Brenda Layman, was awarded Honorable Mention for her short story, “Kentucky Wonder Beans,” in the 2017 Vinnie Ream Competition.
The National League of American Pen Women established the competition to honor the legacy of NLAPW member Vinnie Ream, sculptor, writer, and composer. Her Carrara marble statue of Abraham Lincoln stands in the Capitol Rotunda. She believed that artists should strive to create work at the highest level in response to “the divine call to art.” Four categories are included in the competition: Art, Letters, Music, and Multi-Media.
“Kentucky Wonder Beans” is one of the short … ...See more
Abby Feinknopf will host the opening of her exhibit at Copious, on Wednesday, March 7th, from 5-8 PM. All members and friends are invited.
Her fabric collages, acrylic and paper collages, and latest bold acrylic paintings will be hanging throughout the restaurant. Those attending the opening may also take part in the restaurant’s $5 wine tasting. Dinner reservations are also available through Copious.
The exhibition will be hanging through the end of March.
Copious is located at 520 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215. (614) 947-1520
Brenda Layman will serve as one of five judges who will select the artwork to be featured on the 2018 Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp. Since the first stamp was issued in 1982, thousands of acres of waterfowl habitat have been restored or enhanced. The first duck stamp – two wood ducks – was designed by internationally known Ohio artist John Ruthven. Since then notable winning artists have included Harold Roe and Adam Grimm.
Layman is also a member of the Outdoor Writers of Ohio, and is a frequent contributor to Ohio Valley Outdoors magazine. Her articles on outdoor … ...See more
