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With a range of events that offers something for everyone, The Art of the Portrait Conference
is the annual educational and social epicenter for the international community of figurative and portrait
artists. The four day conference in Washington, D.C. provides attendees with ample opportunities to
participate in classes and workshops, enjoy technical discussions and lectures, shop direct from top
of the line art materials manufacturers, take home instructional books and DVDs, receive one-on-one
critiques from faculty, network with artists and agents, travel to area museums and visit with friends,
new and old.
One of the annual highlights of The Art of the Portrait conference is the Saturday evening Gala
Banquet and Awards Ceremony, where the Portrait Society honors leaders, educators and outstanding artists
in the field. This year, we will recognize Iris Cantor with the Leadership in the Arts Award.
As President and Chair of the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation in support the visual arts and other
charitable causes, Iris Cantor's commitment to the arts has manifested itself in the numerous projects
she has led, including sponsoring the Rodin at Rockefeller Center exhibit, which was attended by more
than two million people, and an unprecedented series of eight exhibitions of twentieth-century American
sculpture at the White House, which was enjoyed by nearly twelve million.
Our Excellence in Art Education Award will be presented to New York Academy of Art for their
dedication to offering quality instruction in contemporary figurative art. The New York Academy of Art
offers two-year, Masters and post-graduate courses with a foundation built upon the cornerstones of
figurative drawing, painting, and sculpture.
In recognition of a lifetime of artistic achievement and a dedication to excellence, we will honor John
Howard Sanden with the Portrait Society of America highest achievement, the Gold Medal Award.
For more than 37 years, Sanden has been a leader in American portraiture. In addition to completing
hundreds of paintings, he has authored five books on portraiture, has taught at Art Students League
of New York for three decades, and hosted numerous seminars, workshops and master classes.
In addition to recognizing leaders in the field, the Gala Banquet is also a venue where the Portrait
Society honors technical and aesthetic excellence displayed in the selected works from the International
Portrait Competition. During the conference, you will have the opportunity to vote in selecting the
People's Choice Award winner who will be honored along with other selected artists who, together, will
receive over $45,000 in cash and prizes.
Year after year, professional artists, students, agents, art materials manufacturers and others return
to enjoy the commradery, outstanding artwork and educational events that make The Art of the Portrait
Conference a must-attend event. We hope you will join us in Washington, D.C. April 22-25. You can find
out more about this year's classes and faculty by visiting our agenda
webpage, or call us toll-free at 1-877-772-4321 and request a brochure and registration form
by mail.
- Gather with other artists from around the world to network
- Enter the 2010 International Portrait Competition
- Watch as nationally known artists demonstrate their approach to the portrait
- View the 15 original works in the International Portrait Competition and vote for your favorite
- Benefit from panel discussions, question-and-answer sessions and one-on-one critiques
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This September, work by American female artists past and present will exhibit together in a celebration
of American women portraying the human figure. Hosted by the Portrait Society of America in conjunction
with the Butler Institute of American Art, the exhibit, titled Inspiring Figures, will show historic
works and notable artwork from acclaimed contemporary artists in combination with artwork selected
from the competition to offer a panoramic perspective of American women's roles as sources of inspiration
and as mentors cultivating a culture of excellence.
Inspiring Figures is an educational exhibit and is the culmination of the Cecilia Beaux Forum mission
to engage and broaden the public’s awareness of women artists and women's contributions to the
arts. Your donation will help in this effort by funding an extensive interactive catalog and a variety
of special events developed to supplement the exhibition. This engaging series of programs includes
podcasts, an independent film viewing, workshops, lectures, demonstrations, family-oriented programming
and more.
Join us in supporting this effort. Your donation matters at whatever level you give. Click here to
find out about Sponsor Benefits.
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Regarded internationally as one of the most prestigious events in portraiture and figurative art,
the International Portrait Competition showcases today's most talented artists from around the globe,
offering recognition, as well as generous cash awards and prizes, for displays of exemplary technical
and aesthetic excellence.
The International Portrait Competition is open to all artists, members, and non-members. The top
fifteen finalists will be invited to exhibit their selected artwork at the prestigious Annual The
Art of the Portrait® Conference in Washington, D.C. Prizes will be awarded for each of the
top artworks, with more than $40,000 in prizes distributed at The Art of the Portrait®
Conference Gala Banquet, Saturday, April 25, 2009. For complete details and rules refer to the competition
form or call toll-free 1-877-772-4321.
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For the first time ever,
the Portrait Society is offering you the opportunity to
enjoy highlights of the conference in your own home or studio,
NOW AVAILABLE ON DVD. Bring into your home and studio
demonstrations by acclaimed artists, Judith Carducci, Daniel
E. Greene, Robert Liberace, Michael Shane Neal and Mary
Whyte. These artists have generously agreed to offer their
presentations to the public, helping provide funding to
the Portrait Society; 100% of proceeds from DVD sales
go directly to the Portrait Society, helping us serve
our highest public purpose in providing you access to quality
educational resources and experiences.
 MARY
WHYTE - WATERCOLOR
PORTRAITS: PAST & PRESENT
Enjoy Mary Whyte demonstrating why watercolor is excellent
for fresh portraits in a compelling head study painted
from life. Additionally, join her as she explores
the history of portraiture in watercolor in a special
presentation and discusses how works on paper have
come to be greatly valued today.
 MICHAEL
SHANE NEAL -
ACCURACY OF AN IMPRESSION
Dynamic speaker and painter, Michael Shane Neal combines
a visual presentation and discussion with a live demonstration
to express the immense importance of strengthening
likeness through capturing the character, feeling
and personality of your subjects. His engaging demonstration
and discussion encourage viewers to celebrate the
potential in every sitter and take their work to next
level.
 ROBERT
LIBERACE - THE
EXPRESSIVE PORTRAIT IN A LIMITED PALETTE
Though there are countless colors available, only
the three primaries are truly necessary for a full
range of flesh hue. Robert Liberace demonstrates how
the efficient arrangement of red, yellow and blue
provides a painting experience as satisfying as using
a complex color palette with a digital presentation
and live demo.
 JUDITH
CARDUCCI - PEOPLE'S
CHOICE SPECIAL ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
By popular demand, this vibrant, award-winning artist
with over 30 years of experience as an instructor
brings the canvas to life in rich pastel. Robert Liberace
models, as Judith makes us laugh and energizes the
live audience and home viewers alike with her enthusiastic
technique and vivid palette.
 DANIEL
E. GREENE, NA
- PAINTING FROM LIFE: A PORTRAIT IN OIL
In a live demonstration, Daniel Greene shares his
approach to painting a portrait and his remarkable
ability to achieve a striking likeness. Greene additionally
discusses his full palette for the benefit of viewers.
The lovely Dianne Bernhard, an artist herself and
notable arts philanthropist, is a compelling model
profiled in shimmering champagne tones against a deep
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Allow 2-3 weeks for shipping your DVD order. All proceeds
benefit the Portrait Society of America.
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We invite you to enter this year’s Members Only Competition by category. For the first time
we are offering the categories of Landscape (figure optional), Still-Life (figure optional), Commissioned
Portrait, Non-Commissioned Portrait and Outside the Box (submit an innovative composition that stretches
boundaries and presents a unique perspective using traditional techniques and aesthetics).
Enter the 2010 Members Only Competition
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