Sunday February 5, 1:30 pm

Inna Cherneykina, Artist

Painting a Still Life/Floral in Oils

In-person DEMO at

Congregation Shir Hadash
20 Cherry Blossom Lane
Los Gatos     MAP


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Inna is a classically trained artist who was born in Serglov Posad, near Moscow, Russia.  At age 10 she was accepted in the Sergiev Posad Art School, and then studied watercolor painting with Ivan Kharchenko. In 1988 she was accepted in the Moscow Art University for the five-year Master Program of Art and Graphics.

Inna followed a path into computer art and graphics and worked on major projects of the fantasy worlds games. In 2007 she took an Ala Prima class, which led her to study under famous American-Armenian artist Ovanes Berbarian. His passion for colors had a huge influence on Inna's art.  His workshop was a great source of inspiration for Inna and fueled her love of still life painting. Inna's beautiful painterly style is admired and loved by many.

See examples of Inna's art and learn more about her at her website inna-art.org

Sunday March 19, 1:30 pm

Nancy Seamons Crookston

Painting a Portrait in Oils

In-person DEMO at

Congregation Shir Hadash
20 Cherry Blossom Lane
Los Gatos
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Nancy studied art with Russian master Sergei Bongart in Thornton, Idaho.  She attended Idaho State University and Utah State University.  She was drawn to the quality of a simple time and to the Old World feel of the European countryside.  She is attracted to the human figure in moments of stillness and reflection, which she masterfully captures in her portraits.  She teaches workshops across the nation, helping painters learn the principles of Russian Color, which she learned from Sergei Bongart.

Nancy has been the recipient of countless prestigious awards.  Her work can be seen in galleries throughout the United States, and she has exhibitions in the U.S., Japan, and China. 

See examples of Nancy's art and learn more about her at nancycrookston.com

Sunday August 14, 1:30 pm

Bruce Marion, Impressionist

Painting a Landscape in Acrylics

BIG SCREEN DEMO at

Congregation Shir Hadash
20 Cherry Blossom Lane, Los Gatos
(also on Zoom)

Bruce is a contemporary impressionist who paints with a distinctive abstract style using multiple layers of acrylic paint applied with pallete knives, brushes, and various tools. Painted in vibrant colors, his landscapes, cityscapes, figures, and wildlife all resonate with the viewers.

Having been classically trained, Bruce now teaches across the US and abroad. Read more about Bruce and see examples of his work at BruceMarion.com. His streaming online video painting lessons are available at BruceOnArt.com. Bruce is making a special offer for LGAA members and anyone who watches this demo...receive the first month's lesson free of charge. If interested, email Bruce at brucemarionstudios@gmail.com. If you want to continue with subsequent lessons, you may do so at the regular fee. Otherwise, you may cancel for no charge.

Sunday, July 17, 10:30 - 1:00 pm

LGAA Party and Kennedy Road Art Show

The location is a private residence at
15155 Kennedy Road, Los Gatos

The Kennedy Road Art Show is a week-long event that includes several viewing times, a paintout, and an artists' reception. The paintings are done by local artists and are displayed in the cottage on the property. This year the theme of the show is Reflections.

New this year, LGAA has added a party to the summer art show  The combined event is held at the park-like residence of LGAA members Hershel Abelman and Ingeborg Jakobson. The public as well as LGAA members are invited. Click on the date August 17 on the Calendar to see a map in which you can obtain driving directions.

At the venue there are restrooms, ample parking, and refreshments are provided.