I have had no formal education. I am self-taught, still learning as I go. I find I paint and see things differently everyday. In my world I see things in layers and sections. Then putting them all together on my canvas, which might be a slate, ironing board, a screen, spoon, ice skates, or anything else that will hold my paint. I love taking old items and turning them into future heirlooms. You know, one man’s trash, another man’s treasure. I like acrylics because I don’t like to wait for the finished product, instant gratification.

Since most of my shows are the latter part of the year, I tend to focus on fall and winter art. These are also my favorite subjects to paint. Sometimes I use children’s books, vintage, and retro art for references. I try to give you a feeling of nostalgia and stir up child-like excitement. You remember that feeling of anticipation for Santa to come. I do paint other subjects as well, such as, wild life, scenery, portraits of people, pets, homes, etc. I tell customers I will paint anything on just about everything.
I hope you enjoy my art and it gives you the inspiration to make this a jolly season. Merry Christmas!

You can contact me at (814) 797-2489, Email: yourpersonalizedpainting@yahoo.com, or find me on Facebook under Personalized Painting by Lori Hartzell.

I paint to understand and fully experience my surroundings. I am an impatient observer and never truly see anything until I interpret it onto a two-dimensional surface. I am curious to know how things are constructed and am more intrigued by how something came to be, rather than the final outcome. As a painter I am compelled to study the human figure, attracted to its elements and fascinated by how shapes, colors and planes interact. I see the figure as a construction not unlike that of a building. Using a broad range of paint application, such as thin layers that drip down the surface of the canvas to thicker strokes applied with the palette knife helps reinforce this comparison. We are structures built with many facets and subtleties. The interaction of these components with each other and with their surroundings is something I will always want to explore.
I am a 2011 graduate of Edinboro University, obtaining my Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting and minor in art history. I reside in my hometown of Oil City, PA where I have been an artist tenant in the National Transit Studios since July of this year. I sell original work as well as prints in my studio and online through Society6. Eventually, I would like to get into the illustration field, particularly editorial or children’s book illustration. If you are interested in purchasing a print or have an idea for a commission, you can contact me at:
aebunnell@gmail.com
http://www.abbybunnell.com
http://www.society6/AbbyBunnell

Abbey Bunnell

Divani of Foxburg will be featuring a painting exhibition entitled SCENES OF FOXBURG. These Foxburg landscapes and landmarks are painted on slate by Emlenton artist Andor Paposi Jobb. The show is scheduled to open on Thursday, August 18th . (Divani Chocolatier and Barista – Old Foxburg Bank Building – 9 Main Street – Foxburg/ DivaniChocolate.com. Phone: 888.763.4826).

The impetus behind Dr. Jobb’s new enthusiasm for painting on slate springs from his wish to create a gift for a friend and became a reality when he hit upon the idea of portraying her farm on a piece of slate. The painting was a success and the idea for creating a series of local images on slate was born.

After a visit to Joseph Jenkins’s trove of slates (Barkeyville, PA based author of THE SLATE ROOF BIBLE ) a number of pieces of various sorts of slate were selected and the painting process started. The slates were a generous gift from Mr. Jenkins.

Dr. Jobb is a professor emeritus of the fine arts, portrait painter and teacher. In pursuit of his art career he attended the prestigious Budapest Art Academy, Kent State University (BA & MA) and continued his studies at Case Western Reserve (MFA). He taught in the Art Department of Clarion University of Pennsylvania until his early retirement in 1991.

He is currently working on various commissions, continuing on with his JUDO GREATS PORTRAIT SERIES (http://www.pajudo.com/judogreats/ – also on facebook) and teaching his art class in Emlenton.

He is available for commission portrait work and rates are available upon request. Recently popular are affordable slate portraits of homes ranging in price from $175 to $300 depending on size.

Dr. Jobb’s painting classes are held at the Emlenton Presbyterian Church and he is available as a private tutor as well. For information about joining his Tuesday and Thursday classes (10 AM – 12 PM) or scheduling private lessons phone him at 412-894-8749 or email to magyarone@embarqmail.com.

Divani Chocolate Boutique opened it’s doors at their former location in 2007 with the sole intention of bringing the best quality chocolate confections to those living in and visiting the Allegheny Clarion Valley. Through the years they have continuously worked toward broadening the scope of their services to include various offerings such as chocolate sauces and syrups fit for food service environments as well as confections specially suited for large receptions.

Divani Chocolatier & Barista

Now that Divani Chocolate has made the move to Main Street, they are offering the full coffee house experience to their customers in addition to their wonderful and unique selection of chocolates. Baked
goods, delicious hot cocoas, coffees, teas, ice cream are among the delectables now being offered, not to mention comfortable seating, invigorating tunes, local arts, gifts, and more!

Be sure to stop by and say “Hello!” during the week of the 20th. Mention this article and receive 10% savings on all your Divani purchases! For general information and updates about unfolding events at new Divani Chocolatier and Barista, check out the Divani website at: DivaniChocolate.com
For more interactive updates and exclusive deals follow them on Facebook at: Facebook.com/DivaniChocolate

Haystacks

The mission of Clarion River Organics is to “Provide certified organic foods striving for the highest in food quality and the lowest in environmental impact.” They distinguish themselves by their commitment to protecting plants from pests by developing healthy, living soils; by using only horse and human power rather than fuel-consuming vehicles for field work, and by marketing only products grown within the watershed of the Clarion River. They are inspired to get into the organic movement by Aaron Schwartz, the lead grower of the cooperative, who started growing organic produce in Canada in the mid-90′s. Schwartz uses a system of holistic soil management that tends to all the micro-nutrients as well as the living micro-organisms vital to soil health in order to produce abundant, healthy, high quality vegetables organically.

Running Amok

In 2011 Clarion River Organics decided to become a CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture program, which is a popular sort of program wherein customers pay a certain amount at the beginning of the season in exchange for a weekly delivery of a share of all the produce that has come in fresh that week. A CSA helps the farms by providing funds early in the season when they need to buy growing supplies, and it benefits customers by ensuring access to the best of what is fresh from the fields at a discounted price, as well as stabilizing their connection to the people who grow their food and the land it comes from.

Warehouse Construction

By being a drop-off point for CRO in the AC Valley area, Divani Chocolate hopes to promote healthy eating among the community members while encouraging the support of local farms. “We feel Clarion River Organics is a wonderful organization that has been put together by the locals for the locals. By bringing their initiatives a step closer to you, our customers, we hope to serve you in one more way.”

If you have already purchased your shares from CRO, you can contact them and specify Divani Chocolate as the drop-off point for your weekly share. If you’re interested in buying a new share, please contact Carla at 814-771-7013. The share distribution begins the first week of June and ends the last week of October. You can purchase shares for fresh produce, meats, eggs and home-made breads. For more information about the CSA program, please check out CRO’s website ClarionRiverOrganics.com. For information about Divani Chocolate, check out their website at DivaniChocolate.com or Facebook.com/DivaniChocolate.

We began 2010 in the silent snowy hills, contemplating our connectivity to those who matter to us the most; our customers. The insurgence of insight further propelled an earlier notion that it was time to polish the presentation of our business, thus creating an impact that would speak out without saying a word. We engaged several artists the world over and before long, introduced and incorporate a refreshing, resounding and resonate image. But progress doesn’t stop at counting to one. There was still much work to do and we spent the greater part of 2010 doing that work.

So, we buckled down, focused our energies and took up the tedious task of refinement in all quarters, all so we could make the most of what we have to share. It’s been an adventure to say the very least, but one well worthwhile. We’ve reached out, made contact and connected with more people this past year than in any other. And we’re still counting…still reaching…still endeavoring. Because progress doesn’t stop at counting to two either.

That said, it’s time to tip our hats to the new year and all the possibilities that abide within. We are forging ahead with our spirits aloft to make way for new friends and experiences. In that subtle moment where the old and the new year meet, we’ve carried forth our dedication in reaching out to our customers, sharing what we have to give, and this time around it comes in the form of a “Thank You” to all who support us and a little something extra for one lucky participant in our journey to give pure love.

Congratulations Doris Walker of Hubbard, Ohio for being a Divani Girl and winning the $100 gift basket drawing! Upon informing her about her winning, Doris said, “Thank you for drawing my name! It was the first time that we had stopped by the chocolate shop. We had bought some chocolate and we really enjoyed it. So, we’re really thankful that we won!”

In the United States, the month of November marks the beginnings of a season to commemorate and honor this glorious exchange as we harvest the bounty of our year’s efforts to be shared.

We wish to celebrate this time by sharing a taste of our very special confections including truffles, crèmes, barks, and holiday stocking stuffers with all of our customers throughout the month of November.

Also, we would like to extend an offer of a 20% discount on your pre-holiday chocolate orders of $50 value or more, to contribute to your sharing with others.

From the spirit of gratitude which drives us, we thank you all for being our customers! May we all partake in the joy of giving and receiving!

Offer Details
Specify coupon code DCHP2010 when ordering online or through telephone. Consider a minimum of 5 day fulfillment time on pre-holiday orders. Not valid with any other offer, same-day in-store purchases nor in-store deals. Offer expires 11/30/10

We have a tree full of hand dipped chocolate caramel apples waiting to be plucked and according to Divani lore, there are faeries hiding inside beneath the apples! Carefully select your apple from the Divani Apple Tree but before you take a bite, look beneath your apple. If you find a Pistachio Green Apple Fearie, you will win a $2 coupon off your next purchase of $10 or more, if you find a Chocolate Gray Apple Faerie, you win a Divanity of your choice, and if you find the Velvet Vine Apple Faerie, you win the Grand Prize Gift Basket filled with Divani Chocolate goodies!

Starting Oct 7th through the 11th. Over 30 prizes to be won! The more apples you pluck, the better your chances to win! So stop by our chocolate boutique and let the harvest begin!