Nelson Bay Artist and Teacher seeks Life Drawing Models FEATURED Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 15, 2017 Margaret Watson with one of her works which she has donated to the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre as a raffle prize. Photo by Marian Sampson. ARTIST Margaret Watson’s works are being featured between 12 July and 8 August at the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre in Nelson Bay. Modern Media: Advertise with News Of The Area and you get your ad in 1) in Print, 2) on the News Website (like this ad), and 3) on our Social Media news site. A much more efficient way to advertise. Reach a HUGE audience for a LOW price TODAY! Call us on 02 4983 2134. Or media@newsofthearea.com.au Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Margaret not only paints at the centre but runs classes as well, including the Life Drawing sessions, and is constantly recruiting models for the classes. English born Margaret migrated to Australia in 1964 with her husband and small children and still has her north of England accent. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts as well as a Graduate Diploma in Art from Newcastle University. Between 1989 and 2007 Margaret won several awards and had her works included in various exhibitions. In 1993 she won first, second and third place at the Morisset Art Show and in 2003 took out the coveted Port Stephens Art Prize. “I started winning art competitions when I was 12,” Margaret told News Of The Area. “I started studying at university when I was 45 years old and believe that you are never too old to learn, I tell everyone to come along and have a go, if you want to create art you can.” “The hardest thing I have to deal with at the moment is recruiting models for the life drawing classes; the models don’t have to undress entirely, and they are paid $80 per sitting at the centre.” “My husband tries to stops me from approaching strangers asking them to pose for the classes, but I just strike up a conversation and quite often people say yes,” she said. The artworks displayed at the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre are changed every six weeks. Entry is free and the not for profit organisation is always holding a raffle. This month you could win one of Margaret’s paintings. By Marian SAMPSON
Hi Margaret I would happily sit as a life model. Please contact Nicole on 0400 380 727 to discuss Reply
Hi Margaret. I am happy to be a life drawing model. I have burn scars and tattoos. I am very comfortable without cloaking. I am 54 years old. I live on the Central coast Reply
Hi Margaret, I am in Adelaide but I would love to work with you if I can get up there sometime. Reply
Hi Margaret I’ll come model for you.. I have 33 years experience, 1st started in 1984. Where is Nelson Bay tho? Reply
Hi Margaret I have an oil painting called “Rockholes” signed M.Watson 1998?, also Margaret Watson inscribed verso. It is on a board purchased in Alice Springs. Could it be one of your early works? If you send me an email address I’ll send you an image of it. Best regards, Richard Howard Reply
Hi margert not sure if im what your looking for but would like to give it a go send me an email i am 61 but think i have a good body would love to have someone draw me warts and all lol Reply
My name is Shaun Kelly ,I have experience as a Life model ,for various Arts studios in Melbourne ,I live in Newcastle east and its a short journey to Port Stephens my No is 0415355922 Reply
Hello I am Brian , I would be interested in modelling for you & classes , I have several sessions experience , althletic build & in my early 60s Many thanks . Reply
